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Surge in Foreign Investor Exits at Nairobi Securities Exchange Amid Q4 2024 Gains

Foreign investor exits at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) hit Sh16.6 billion in Q4 2024 despite a strong local currency and ...

Kenya-UAE Trade Deal: A Strategic Shift in Global Trade Dynamics

Discover how the Kenya-UAE trade deal aims to boost trade, expand markets for Kenyan exports, and challenge China's dominance in K...

Air Cargo Africa 2025: Showcasing East Africa’s Rise as a Global Logistics Hub

In February 2025, Nairobi will become the epicenter of East Africa’s logistics revolution as it hosts Air Cargo Africa 2025, a p...

CMA Denies Reports on Standard Media Group Sale to Rwandan Firm

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has dismissed reports of Standard Media Group's sale to a Rwandan company as fake. Learn about...

New Marine Cargo Insurance Rules for Kenya: What Importers Need to Know

Starting February 14, 2025, Kenya mandates local Marine Cargo Insurance for import clearance. Learn how this new digital process b...

New Microfinance Act Protects Borrowers From Abusive Debt Collection

Discover how the amended Microfinance Act 2025 safeguards borrowers from harassment and ensures transparency in debt collection. L...

Treasury CS John Mbadi Orders Budget Cuts for State Corporations in 2025/2026

Treasury CS John Mbadi has issued directives for State Corporations to slash spending on legal fees, travel, training, and more in...

Sanlam Kenya Shareholders Approve KSh 3.25 Billion Rights Issue to Recapitalise Balance Sheet

Sanlam Kenya shareholders approve a KSh 3.25 billion rights issue to repay debts and fund growth. Discover the strategy behind thi...

Tetra Pak Wins 2024 Sustainable Packaging Award for Paper-Based Barrier Innovation

Tetra Pak’s paper-based barrier material wins the 2024 Sustainable Packaging News Resource Efficiency Award. The innovation cuts...

Absa Bank Shines in 2024 Banking Awards with Outstanding Leadership and Innovation

Discover how Absa Bank Kenya’s exceptional leadership and innovative strategies secured multiple accolades, including CXO of the...

M-Pesa Reaches 34 Million Subscribers: Revolutionizing Financial Services in Africa

Discover how M-Pesa, Safaricom's mobile money service, hit 34 million subscribers in November 2024. Learn about its innovative fin...

Savannah Clinker Withdraws Bamburi Cement Acquisition Amid Controversy

Savannah Clinker Limited has withdrawn its bid to acquire Bamburi Cement following approval by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA)...

Safaricom Revamps 5G for Business to Empower SMEs with Faster Internet

Safaricom has enhanced its 5G for Business service to provide SMEs with faster and more reliable internet connectivity, catering t...

I&M Bank Reduces Interest Rates by 0.75% to Support Economic Growth

I&M Bank has announced a 0.75% reduction in its interest rates, following the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) decision to ...

NSSF Leverages Technology to Process Benefits Within 24 Hours

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in Kenya has implemented advanced digital solutions to process retirement benefits within...

State Issues Warning to Sugar ‘Cartels’ Hindering Sector Growth with Court Cases

Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Rono has urged sugar cartels in Kenya to halt their legal battles, which are stalling sector ...

Mobius Motors Ceases Operations in Kenya

Mobius Motors is set to cease its operations in Kenya after shareholders voted for liquidation. A creditors' meeting is scheduled ...

Farmers Rejoice as Sony Sugar Settles Ksh306 Million Historic Debt

Sony Sugar clears Ksh306 million in historical debts to farmers, including a government contribution of Ksh181 million and additio...

Tanzanian Company Set to Purchase Bamburi Cement for Sh23 Billion

Discover how Amsons Group plans to acquire Bamburi Cement, a major move in East African investment, signaling growth in the region...

Licensing Delays and Regulatory Gaps Impact Mining Sector

Discover the challenges facing Kenya's mining sector, including regulatory hurdles in permit issuance and concerns over discrimina...