Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE: FDP) has issued a clear statement reinforcing its independence and financial stability following reports surrounding the bankruptcy and litigation proceedings involving Del Monte Foods …
After years of setbacks and mounting losses, Tullow Oil has formally handed over its Kenya oil operations to Gulf Energy in a deal that marks a significant turning point for …
Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club has been named Africa’s Leading Hotel at the 2025 World Travel Awards. This is the tenth time since 2009 and the fourth consecutive year that …
Tatu City has announced the official opening of Jabali Towers, a premier mixed-use, high-rise development that redefines sustainable living, working, and leisure in Africa’s business and lifestyle hub. Jabali Towers …
In an increasingly interconnected world where seamless communication is no longer a luxury but a necessity, one Kenyan company is redefining the rules of global connectivity. Elige Communications Limited Africa, …
Opalnet turned thirteen, and to celebrate this major milestone, they didn’t just throw a party; they rolled out a festival of offers, rewards, community action, and customer appreciation. In partnership …
Across Sub-Saharan Africa, businesses are navigating an economic environment shaped by evolving global and regional forces. Currency movements, changing capital flows, and shifts in trade dynamics continue to influence strategic …
In a transformative step for healthcare delivery in Kenya’s Eastern region, The Tala Hospital has officially opened its doors marking the debut of a modern, purpose-built medical facility designed to …
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) has become the first hospital in Kenya to offer Lutetium-177 PSMA therapy, an advanced nuclear medicine treatment for patients with advanced prostate …
For the first time in history, five generations are working side by side. This unprecedented convergence spanning from seasoned traditionalists to tech-savvy Gen Zs presents both a challenge and an …
Tullow Oil PLC’s latest financial disclosures show why its decision to sell its Kenyan assets to Gulf Energy was both timely and necessary, with Gulf Energy looking at capitalizing on …
Traders moving goods through the Mombasa Port have reason to celebrate. Improved operational efficiencies and higher trade flows resulted in a significant growth in cargo handled at the port in …
Last year was good for Landlords, especially those housing university students. Landlords who own multiple hostels under the Qwetu and Qejani brands earned record rents in 2024, highlighting why investing …
Kenya Airways (KQ) has today marked a significant milestone in its expansion strategy with the official launch of direct flights from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to London’s Gatwick …
This July, Showmax is serving up an irresistible lineup of must-watch titles. From heartwarming comedies and genre-defying biopics to pulse-pounding thrillers and award-winning dramas. Whether you’re in the mood for …
Liberty Kenya donated desktop computers, laptops, and early childhood classroom chairs worth 350,000 to the Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST) Primary School, a public school located in …
From the steady roar of Nollywood productions to Nairobi fresh productions, African animators and digital storytellers are catching eyes on worldwide screens, and no one can ignore how fast the …
We are living in a time when the rapid pace of digital transformation, while unlocking immense opportunity, is also dramatically expanding the cyber threat surface. The digital age has become …
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has moved to clarify and defend its procurement process following a wave of false and misleading claims circulating online, which allege corruption and manipulation in …
In recent weeks, Kenya’s defense spending has become the subject of intense scrutiny in Parliament, on social media, and in the public sphere. Yet behind the noise, emotion, and sometimes …
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has refuted allegations made by a group of demonstrators outside the Eldoret depot, who claimed delays in service delivery. In a statement, KRA termed the …
Glee Hotel Nairobi has been awarded Executive Level Certification by Safehotels Alliance, the highest international safety and security standard available to hotels globally. This milestone makes Glee the first independent hotel in Kenya to …
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks released its sixth annual State of Ransomware report, a vendor-agnostic survey of IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries …
Buying a car in Kenya is not just a financial decision; it’s an emotional rollercoaster, a rite of passage, and for many of us, a symbol that we’re finally “making …
In an age where noise often masquerades as achievement, Humphrey Kariuki has built an empire with a whisper. The Kenyan billionaire, whose business interests span energy, beverages, real estate, and …
Eldoret, the commercial capital of Uasin Gishu County, is undergoing rapid urbanization, infrastructure growth, and economic diversification. In just one year, Eldoret’s population has expanded by over 20,000 people, thanks …
Uber Eats has announced a partnership with Carrefour Kenya to make grocery shopping faster, easier, and more convenient than ever. This collaboration brings together the country’s leading retail brand with …
Financial independence feels incredible when it first arrives. Landing that dream job, closing your first big deal, or watching your business take off brings a natural desire to celebrate and …
One in five Kenyan adolescents has experienced four or more adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), placing them at high risk for mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and bullying. This …
Britam Holdings Plc channeled Ksh 2.4 billion to local and minority-owned suppliers in 2024, reflecting the firm’s growing commitment to inclusive procurement and ESG-aligned business practices. The disclosure is part …
Twenty years ago, success in Kenya followed a familiar formula. You went to school, worked hard, got a job, and hoped for stability. Today, more people are building their paths, …
Retirement should be a time of peace, dignity, and fulfilment, a season where you finally reap the rewards of a lifetime of hard work. Yet for millions of Kenyans, retirement …
In Kenya, conversations about death are often cloaked in cultural taboos. Yet, when death strikes, families are thrust into a whirlwind of grief, coupled with intense financial strain. The costs …
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), in collaboration with UBA Kenya, hosted an Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Mixer at the UBA Kenya Headquarters on Westlands Road, Nairobi. The gathering brought together beneficiaries of …
What role will partnerships, product customization, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) play in deepening insurance penetration? These are among the key emerging issues that will be explored at the upcoming 3rd …
In a country where healthcare costs can be the difference between survival and suffering, Jubilee Health Insurance’s introduction of the Lipa Pole Pole option is not just an innovation but …
Kenya Airways (KQ) has once again solidified its position as a leader in African aviation, receiving four top honors at the 2025 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala …
With schools closed for the mid-term break, parents and caregivers in Kenya have a unique window to engage their children, especially girls, in meaningful conversations about School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV). …
In the wake of Africa Spirits Limited’s (ASL) notice of insolvency issued in June 2025, a whirlwind of speculation has engulfed public discourse, fueled largely by years of misreporting and …
Kenya is losing its forests at an alarming rate. According to a 2024 report by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS), the country sheds over 84,000 hectares of forest cover annually due …
Britam Holdings Plc held its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) where shareholders engaged leadership on strategic updates, growth plans, and financial performance. The AGM, as Britam marks 60 years of …
LG Electronics (LG), has been honored with the Global Innovation Award at the 2025 Nissan Global Innovation & Quality Award ceremony. This annual program celebrates suppliers who have made exceptional …
Family Bank shareholders have approved a KES 1.1 billion, KES 0.85 per Share, dividend payout for the 2024 financial year. The dividends represent a 53% increase from the 2023 payout, …
Have you heard the story? The story of a couple deeply in love, but with a story full of ups and downs. They care for each other fiercely, but their …
As the public digests the implications of the June 2025 notice declaring Africa Spirits Limited (ASL) insolvent, one truth is finally emerging from the shadows, one that contradicts a widely …
Java House, East Africa’s leading casual dining restaurant, has reached an impressive milestone of getting closer to reaching 100 stores by opening its latest branch located in Kisii Town. This …
Kenya Airways has made history by becoming the first organisation on the continent to launch the first-ever stand-alone and externally assured Sustainability Report for the financial year ending December 31, …
In 2017, Kenya made global headlines by enacting one of the world’s strictest bans on single-use plastic bags. It was a bold step, signalling that we were not afraid to …
Suppose you are dreaming of buying a new car, upgrading your business equipment, or investing in agricultural machinery, but the upfront cost is holding you back. In that case, this …
In February 2021, Acorn, the developers behind the Qwetu Student Residences, went to the market and sold an idea to investors. Give us your money, we build quality hostels, sell …
LG Electronics (LG) has today launched a brand new campaign dubbed, “Radio Optimism,” designed to help strengthen meaningful human connections and spread optimism through shared musical experiences. This initiative aligns …
There is no doubt that environmental and social responsibility are fast becoming critical indicators of corporate performance, not just in Kenya but around the world. Kenya Airways (KQ) is among …
Schneider Electric (Kenya) Limited, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognized sustainability leader, and Rwanda Airports Company (RAC) have entered into a Technical Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) …
SISCOM Tech unveiled its newest data-center cluster, hosted inside IX Africa’s Tier III-designed, 4.5 MW, 780-rack, carrier-neutral campus on Mombasa Road in Nairobi The deployment immediately triples SISCOM’s available capacity …
Kenyans have massively taken to the social media platform, X (Twitter), to air their frustrations after they woke up unable to check statements or withdraw from Safaricom’s money market fund …
More than 60 cybersecurity professionals gathered last Friday in Mombasa at the Sophos Experience Partner Roadshow 2025, a key annual event for Sophos channel partners in Kenya. The full-day engagement provided …
The Kenyan business landscape has become one of the most unforgiving terrains for entrepreneurs and investors. Despite the rise of innovative startups and regional giants, the rate at which businesses …
The recently presented 2025/26 national budget has drawn attention for its potential to influence household finances in Kenya. In a recent interview, Moses Muthui, Director of Consumer Banking at Absa …
Shoppers at Opalnet retail outlets and online store will enjoy exclusive discounts on a wide range of LG appliances and electronics. The campaign celebrates Opalnet’s 13th year in business and its …
Britam’s innovation and incubation hub, BetaLab, has invested Ksh 5 million into Oye, a Kenyan fintech, to boost access to insurance and ease fuel costs for the country’s two million …
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, has opened its 54th Medical Centre along Rhapta Road in Westlands. The Rhapta Medical Centre provides a comprehensive range of general and specialist services such …
Pwani Oil is the winner of this year’s Water Efficiency Award at the 21st Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Energy Management Awards (EMA). The company emerged the overall winner in …
Consumers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability in their purchasing decisions. This has therefore fostered the need for new operational practices that support sustainability in manufacturing. According to PwC’s 2024 Voice of …
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming tax administration through digital innovation, with a spotlight on making Value Added Tax (VAT) the best-performing tax head in the …
Air France has introduced the Airbus A350-900 on its Paris–Nairobi route, reinforcing its strategic commitment to increase seat capacity in response to growing demand for both business and leisure travel. …
Engage Communications, a leading Kenyan indigenous public relations agency, has once again demonstrated its exceptional capability in strategic communications, securing top honours at the prestigious 2025 Africa SABRE Awards. The …
In February 2021, Acorn, the developers behind the Qwetu Student Residences, the group’s flagship brand for quality hostels, listed two Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, …
Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, is marking 10 years of operations in Kenya amid a boom in the country’s tech and energy sectors. Since entering …
APA Insurance, a member of the Apollo Group, has joined the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) as a strategic partner for the 3rd edition of the Cleantech Innovation Competition. The …
Insurance for most Kenyans is a grudge purchase – something people reluctantly buy because it is mandated, not necessarily because they see its value. This has contributed to a low …
The creations of our minds—songs, scripts, films, brand names, and so on—hold immense economic and cultural value. To fully realize that value, protecting these creations is crucial. If a creator …
Del Monte Kenya Limited is proud to announce that it has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. As a member of this prestigious …
Kenya is an emerging economy and is vulnerable to the impact of climate change. Recognizing this vulnerability, the country has since 2015 intensified its efforts to address its vulnerability to …
Epson Atmix Corporation (“Atmix”), a group company of Seiko Epson Corporation, has begun full operations at a new metal-recycling plant in Hachinohe, Japan. Built at a cost of approximately KES …
Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP), Africa’s largest wind farm, today launched its 2024 Sustainability Report. The report, titled “Beyond Turbines: Impacting Kenya, Empowering People,” details LTWP’s 2024 impact that includes …
In the past five years alone, failed rainy seasons have left over 4 million people across Kenya in need of humanitarian aid, with livestock dying in their thousands. Across the …
Glovo has announced a landmark Memorandum of Cooperation with Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, led by Dr. Alfred Mutua. This partnership underscores Glovo’s deep commitment to accelerating Kenya’s …
Kenafric Properties has addressed public concerns following the recent repossession of a parcel of land in Baba Dogo, Nairobi, commonly known by residents as the “Baba Dogo football grounds.” The …
Father’s Day is a cherished chance to pause and truly recognize the quiet strength and unwavering sacrifices of fathers. If you are looking for the perfect way to celebrate Father’s …
By 2020, Acorn’s Qwetu hostels or Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) were a proven hit. The developer had broken ground on three properties with a combined capacity of 1,852 beds. Better, …
In 2025, Kenya, its farmers, and its consumers will be delivering a world demonstration of why scientists have been pleading for government policies on pest control to be evidence-based, as …
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa has today planted 300 trees in the Ngong Hills Forest as part of its World Environment Day activities, which began last week. Ngong Hills Forest, …
Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa has released a statement, joining Kenyans in mourning and calling for justice for Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan teacher who was arrested by the police and …
You’ve probably seen it on your store receipt or felt it at the gas pump: Value Added Tax (VAT). Whereas it’s not the most glamorous line item, VAT is a …
Kenya’s leading ride-hailing platform, Bolt, has today launched Bolt Comfort, a new ride category designed to meet growing demand for high-quality transport services among Nairobi’s expanding middle class and professional …
Family Bank has expanded its national footprint with the opening of its 96th branch in Kilifi County and the 9th branch in the coastal region. Located at Kilifi Plaza, the …
Superior Homes Kenya (SHK) and HFC Kenya, a subsidiary of HF Group, have signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that is set to merge quality development with affordable financing …
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to implement a new tax valuation system for imported used vehicles under the Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) framework starting 1st July 2025. …
Every minute, a garbage truck’s worth of plastic enters our oceans. As we mark World Environment Day 2025 with the rallying cry #BeatPlasticPollution, it’s clear that we need more than …
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks,, announces an update to its Sophos Firewall, now including Sophos NDR Essential, which is free for all customers with …
Kenya has quietly notched a milestone in the fight against climate change. All 47 counties have passed laws supporting climate action and ring-fencing funds in their annual budgets, marking a …
In a bold stride toward its reforestation target, Pwani Oil has planted 3,000 tree seedlings along Kenya’s North Coast Beach, reinforcing its commitment to grow 1 million trees across the …
The year was 2000, and Kenya was facing a student housing crisis. To provide students with opportunities for higher learning, the government encouraged both public and private universities and technical …
Ashok Shah, Group CEO of APA Apollo Group, has been honored with the prestigious CEO of the Year award at the 10th African Insurance Awards hosted by Africa Re in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The awards …
Mawingu, Kenya’s largest internet service provider for rural and peri-urban markets, is celebrating a decade of impactful connectivity, largely due to a partnership with Microsoft that has connected nearly 100,000 …
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to implement a revised Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) list for new motor vehicles, marking the first update since 2019. The CRSP, which is …
Over 63,000 residents of Makueni and Tana River counties are set to benefit from knowledge and tools to navigate health challenges brought about by climate change. Prudential Kenya, through its …
KRA is set to roll out an online chatbot that will support MSMEs seeking tax information and services from the Authority. Speaking during an MSME roundtable held in Nairobi, KRA …
Tanzania has many historical facts, but no one anticipated that at one point in time and life, Tanzania would give Africa the first brutal female dictator in the name of …
Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) has filed a lawsuit in a US Federal Court against eight individuals for attempting to abuse X’s Creator Revenue Sharing Program by posting inauthentic content …
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