September 18, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom, Britam to Allow Kenyans to Buy Insurance Covers for as Little as Sh25 Daily
Customers using Safaricom services will now be able to buy insurance covers for as little as Sh25 through a deal with Britam Kenya. Read more »
September 21, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom Increases M-Pesa's Each Transaction Limit to Sh250,000 After CBK Nod
Safaricom has today increased each transaction on M-Pesa to Sh250,000 from Sh150,000 after getting approval from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Read more »
September 04, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom in a Sh15 Billion Deal With Kenyan Banks to Fund Sustainable Programs
Safaricom has entered into an agreement with a consortium of Kenyan banks to support its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda. Read more »
September 21, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Set to Host Major Agricultural and Processing Expo
Nairobi is set to host the Agro-Food pack Exhibition, which seeks to boost local enterprises production capacity. Read more »
Kenya: Nyandarua's New Cold Storage Facility Ready for Use
The National Government Development County Implementation, Coordination, and Management Committee (NGD-CICMC) in Nyandarua County has announced the completion of a potato cold… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Kenya: Kenya, Chinese Traders Sign Agreement to Boost Investment
The Kenya Investment Authority and the Kenya China Chamber of Commerce and Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at fostering investment in Kenya. Read more »
September 21, 2023
Kenya: Kenya, UK Sign MOU to Promote Market Access, Business Integrity
Kenya and the UK yesterday evening signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on market access and business integrity between the Ministry of Investments, Trade, and Industry… Read more »
September 20, 2023
Kenya: Kenya, Korea Govts Conclude Second Stage of EIPP Projects
The Kenyan and Korean governments today concluded the second phase of the Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP), whose purpose is to fast-track development at Konza… Read more »
Kenya: CS Kuria Apologizes Over Fuel Price Hike Remarks
Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has apologised over his remarks on fuel price increase. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Kenya: Artificial Intelligence Searches Hit Record High, Google Survey
More Kenyans are searching for artificial intelligence (AI) online, new data reveals, with job searches among the most requested terms. Read more »
Kenya: Army Launches Inquiry Into Crash of Surveillance Helicopter in Lamu
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has constituted a Board of Inquiry to probe Tuesday's night fatal crash of surveillance helicopter in Lamu. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Unveils Toll Free Hotline for Reporting Illegal Logging
The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry has unveiled '0800724570' as the 24-hour toll free telephone number for reporting illegal forest activities including… Read more »
September 18, 2023
Kenya: Treasury Warns of Looming Debt Crisis
The National Treasury is warning of a looming debt crisis as a result of global shocks and a slowdown in economic growth. Read more »
Kenya: SGR Extension to Malaba Open for Private Investment - CS Murkomen
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured that the government is committed to constructing the remaining phases of the Standard Gauge Railway to include… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Exports First Consignment of Avocados to India
Kenya has exported its first batch of avocados to India as the country seeks to expand its market in Asia. Read more »
Kenya: SGR, Port to Boost Kenya's 'Cool Logistics' Plan With Netherlands, CS Murkomen Says
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has disclosed that the country will collaborate with the Netherlands on the development of Cool Logistics Corridor to… Read more »
September 17, 2023
Kenya: CSs Kuria, Chirchir, Must Go! Khalwale Demands Over Fuel Surge
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has asked President William Ruto to dismiss government officials he believes have been providing him with misguided advice regarding fuel-related… Read more »
September 16, 2023
Kenya: CS Kuria Justifies Fuel Price Increase Projection, Links It to Climate Change
Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has come out to defend his projection of a possible increase in fuel prices until February 2024, in what has been described by… Read more »
Kenya: Drill Your 'Oil Boreholes' or Remain Silent, Kuria Tells Govt Critics on Escalating Fuel Costs
Trade, and Investments Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has scoffed at those criticizing the Kenya Kwanza Alliance regime for the escalating fuel prices whose spiral effect is… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges American Tech Firms to Set Up Offices in Kenya
President William Ruto has invited American technology firms to set up operations and regional offices in Kenya. Read more »
September 17, 2023
Kenya: Stop the Arrogance! Gachagua Tell CS Kuria, Ndii Over Fuel Increase Debate
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned Trade and Investment Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria against arrogance and insensitive talk on issues bedeviling Kenyans, especially on… Read more »
September 16, 2023
Kenya: Kenyan Towns With Most Expensive, Cheap Fuel Prices
Yesterday, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) increased fuel prices countrywide, which sent shockwaves across the country. Read more »
September 17, 2023
Kenya: At Least 4 People Killed After Vehicle Runs Over IED in Mandera
At least four civilians were on Saturday killed when their vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device in Qurqura area, Elwak, Mandera County. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom and Apple to Work on MPESA Partnership, President Ruto Says
Telecommunication giant, Safaricom, will be developing a partnership with Apple Inc. to integrate MPESA and its Paypal platform. Read more »
Kenya: iPhone Maker Apple Seeks to Put a Developer Academy in Kenya
President William Ruto has invited American technology companies to set up manufacturing operations and regional offices in Kenya. Read more »