April 22
Kenya: Huawei to Sponsor University Students to Undergo Tech Training in S.Africa
Huawei Kenya is set to sponsor selected students from different universities in the country in a technology teaching program in South Africa. Read more »
April 15
Kenya: South African-Based Fashion Brand Foschini Group Exits Kenya
Foschini Group Kenya, a South African-based fashion brand, has announced its exit from the Kenyan market after appointing new liquidators to take over its establishments. Read more »
March 26
East Africa: Kuramo's 74pc Buyout of Trans-Century Approved By Comesa Commission
The proposed merger between Kuramo Africa Opportunity Kenyan Vehicle Ltd (KAOKV) and Trans-Century PLC has been approved by the COMESA Commission. Read more »
Kenya: Ugandan Milk Processor Lato Acquires 100pc Stake in Kenya's Highland Creamers
Uganda-based milk processor Lato has acquired Kenyan dairy firm Highland Creamers. Read more »
Kenya: Tough Times for the Media, but Resilient Ones Will Remain
By and large, it’s not an interesting time for journalists in Kenya. Journalism in Kenya, just like in the rest of the world, is going through a challenging time… Read more »
March 07
Kenya: Tullow Singles Out Kenya Oil Project As One of Its Key Growth Area
Tullow Oil plc, the independent energy Company building a better future through responsible oil and gas development in Africa, has announced its Full-Year Results for the year… Read more »
March 04
Kenya: Safaricom Sacco to Rebrand As It Sets Sights On Growth
Safaricom Sacco has announced an upcoming rebranding initiative after significant growth since its establishment in 2001. Read more »
February 12
Kenya: 2 'Super Rich' Cards Unveiled By KCB, Visa
The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) and Visa have rolled out two cards that target those earning above Sh300,000. Read more »
January 29
Kenya: Bayer Named 2024 Employer of Choice in Kenya, South Africa
German pharmaceutical firm Bayer East Africa has been named 2024 Top Employer in both Kenya and South Africa for demonstrating exceptional Human Resource practices. Read more »
January 25
Kenya: Old Mutual to Dispose of Tanzanian Unit to a Minority Shareholder
Old Mutual Limited is in the process of selling its Tanzania unit to a minority shareholder, pending regulatory approval. Read more »
January 23
Kenya: Twiga Foods Settles Google Cloud Debt Dispute With IT Firm
Agri-tech firm Twiga Foods has settled a Google Cloud Services debt dispute with Incentro Africa, a global Google Cloud provider. Read more »
Kenya: NKG Coffee Mills Kenya Shuts Down Milling Operations After Failing to Secure a License
Coffee miller NKG Coffee Mills Limited is shutting down its milling business in Kenya after failing to secure a government license. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Safeboda Eyes Kenyan Entry After Exit
Ugandan motorbike taxi and delivery platform SafeBoda will be resuming its operations in the country after exiting the market about three years ago. Read more »
January 11
Kenya: Kalonzo Slams Kenya Kwanza for 'Hiked' Electricity Fee
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has protested what he terms as a 16 percent electricity price increase saying it will affect Kenyans adversely. Read more »
Kenya: Ex-Safaricom CEO Anwar Soussa Joins Airtel Africa
Former Safaricom Ethiopia CEO Anwar Soussa has joined Airtel Africa as its Regional Operations Director for the Franco markets. Read more »
January 08
Kenya: Family Bank Extends Right Issue to January 31
Family Bank has extended its Sh9.3 billion right issue to January 31, 2024. Read more »
January 02
Kenya: Airtel Africa Picks New MD, CEO
Sunil Taldar has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Equity Group Acquires 99.26 Stake in Rwandese Cogenbanque
Equity Group Holding is acquiring a 99.26 percent of Rwanda's Cogebanque from the Government of Rwanda and other minority shareholders. Read more »
December 28, 2023
Kenya: Keninvest Reveals Ambitious 5-Year Strategic Plan 2023-2027 to Boost Kenya's Investment Climate
Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) has unveiled comprehensive measures to enhance investment climate through the launch of its Strategic Plan. Read more »
December 20, 2023
Kenya: Carrefour Surprised By Competition Authority's Sh1.1 Billion Penalty
Majid Al Futtaim, the owner of Carrefour in Kenya, says that it was surprised by a Sh1.1 billion penalty from the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK). Read more »
December 19, 2023
Kenya: Competition Authority Fines Carrefour Sh1.1 Billion for Abuse of Buyer Power
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has fined Carrefour Sh1.1 billion for abuse of buyer power. Read more »
December 06, 2023
Africa: Henok Teferra Shawl Appointed Boeing Africa MD
Boeing has appointed Henok Teferra Shawl as the new managing director (MD) for Boeing Africa to strengthen the company's operations and relationships across the African continent. Read more »
December 04, 2023
Kenya: High Court Halts Sale of 11 State Corporations to Hear ODM Petition
The High Court has temporarily suspended the sale of 11 state corporations following a petition filed by Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga. Read more »
Kenya: Kakuzi Bags 5 Avocado Awards
Listed superfood producer Kakuzi has won five avocado awards in this year's Avocado Industry Excellence Awards. Read more »
November 30, 2023
Kenya: Bamburi Cement Commences Construction of Two Solar PV Plants
Bamburi Cement Plc is embarking on the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants, marking a significant stride in the company's efforts towards decarbonization. Once… Read more »