Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has hit the two trillion mark after collecting Ksh 2.112 trillion as of 30th April, 2025. The collection reflects a performance rate of 96.5% against the …
LG Electronics (LG) is rolling out its 2025 QNED evo lineup, reinforcing its presence in the premium LCD TV segment. Marking a significant leap forward for LCD TVs, the new …
The Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), through the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) and in collaboration with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), convened a high-level roundtable on creating …
TechTrends Media, a leading technology and innovation platform in Africa, is excited to introduce its latest podcast, The Green Shift. Hosted by renowned tech journalist Nixon Kanali, the podcast will …
Stanbic Bank has announced a KES 3.3 billion profit after tax for the period ended 31st March 2025. The Bank has attributed the Q1 performance to a shift in year-on-year …
100 drivers on Bolt benefited from financial literacy training provided by Absa Bank Kenya, aimed at promoting the financial stability and independence of the drivers. This is part of a …
Endeavor Kenya, in collaboration with its global research arm, Endeavor Insight, has initiated a comprehensive study aimed at dissecting the dynamics of high-growth entrepreneurship within the country. Employing network mapping …
The recent success of the Shanghai Motor Show is a strong indicator of the growth of the Chinese automotive sector, particularly in terms of electric cars and onboard intelligence. Of …
Mother’s Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a heartfelt opportunity to shower the incredible women in our lives with the love, appreciation, and laughter they so …
Golden Africa Kenya Ltd (GAKL) hosted a high-level delegation from Malaysia this week, spotlighting its industrial capabilities, sustainable practices, and strong bilateral ties with Malaysia. The delegation, led by YB …
Absa Group, a leading financial institution in Africa, has been named the lead sponsor of the 2025 East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit set to take place between 7-8 May …
Tony Elumelu, Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), has been awarded the Commander of the National Order of Merit by the …
Growth momentum in Kenya accelerated even further in April, according to the Stanbic Bank Kenya PMI®, which rose to its highest level since January 2023. Strengthening customer demand led to …
Airtel Africa announced today an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in Africa. Currently, SpaceX has acquired requisite licenses in 9 out of 14 …
KCB Bank Kenya and Centum Real Estate Limited have partnered to make home ownership more affordable and accessible to Kenyans through structured financing mechanisms. Through the partnership, KCB Bank will …
The Government of Kenya, in partnership with Thika Clothing, has launched a Kes. 1.2 billion Cotton Ginning and Oil Extraction Factory at Lamu Port, signaling a major step in the national …
Kenya is undergoing a shift in personal health management, driven by the widespread adoption of wearable technology. Devices such as smartwatches and fitness trackers have evolved from trendy accessories to …
The British Council has announced the launch of the UK/Kenya Season 2025, a cross-cultural program designed to strengthen ties between Kenya and the UK through a wide range of artistic …
Equity Group Foundation Executive Chairman Dr. James Mwangi has received the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, UNHCR Visionary Award for his bold leadership and pioneering efforts in financial inclusion for …
Equity Bank Kenya has partnered with American Express (AmEx) and Majid Al Futtaim’s Carrefour Kenya. This collaboration aims to provide secure, world-class payment solutions and advance financial inclusion within the …
Women, let me tell you something: you can never fight a man’s ego and win. A man’s ego is everything to him. A good man would rather lose everything, including …
EV Explorers unveiled the first-ever zero-emissions electric vehicle designed to compete in the Rhino Charge, marking a pioneering moment for sustainable mobility in extreme conditions. The initiative advances the use …
Nairobi’s satellite towns grew at the fastest pace in two and a half years, on rising demand due to more affordable prices. Overall property prices rose by 2.45 per cent …
The world of smartphones keeps on evolving at a faster rate. The current smartphone is not your typical smartphone. Every smartphone manufacturer is rushing against time to come up with …
When Kevin got his first paycheck working as a junior analyst at an uptown firm in Westlands, he felt unstoppable. Fresh out of campus, armed with a gleaming new ID …
Financial Literacy Month, marked every April, serves as a timely reminder of the importance of informed financial decision-making. But beyond the calendar, financial literacy is a continuous journey that must …
There is no dispute that insurance plays an indispensable role in society by securing individuals, families and businesses against financial losses emanating from a multiplicity of risks like illness, accidents and natural …
Bolt has launched a campaign aimed at celebrating the resilience, determination, and daily hustle of ordinary Kenyans with the (Bolt Valuable People) campaign, to highlight and celebrate the unsung heroes …
Francis Atwoli has been the Secretary General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) for more than 20 years. He was first elected to the position in August 2001. …
Syprose Nzilizani had worked diligently for Gain, the technology behemoth, for the past 25 or so years. Her work ethic, which had hitherto remained unquestioned, had led to her multiple …
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a list of requirements that Kenyan betting companies must meet ahead of their license renewal by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB). …
As organizations worldwide navigate the next wave of workplace transformation, Microsoft’s fifth annual Work Trend Index (WTI) Report uncovers the emergence of a new kind of enterprise: the Frontier Firm. …
Two traders who were busted in a separate but similar tax evasion scheme involving the use of false Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) to evade taxes have …
Golden Africa Kenya Limited has proudly joined the ranks of a select few edible oil refining companies in Kenya to achieve the internationally acclaimed FSSC 22000 certification, setting a new …
The Old Mutual tower was lit up in blue on Friday in a symbolic gesture to mark World Parkinson’s Day. This initiative is a collaboration between Old Mutual and the …
Undoubtedly one of the most influential technologies in recent decades, the ascent of artificial intelligence has produced a mixture of reactions from individuals, organisations, and countries. Eyes widen as we …
Kenya must urgently implement financial system reforms to strengthen its economic resilience and global credibility, a report on anti-financial crime has recommended. A Post-Summit Report on the Inaugural Kenya Anti-Financial …
Kenya Airways (KQ) has expanded its network to 9 new destinations following the codeshare partnership agreement with Safarilink Aviation. The one-way codeshare partnership is designed to revolutionize the way travelers …
Africa Soft Power (ASP) has announced that the fourth instalment of its flagship summit will take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 21st – 25th 2025. Staged for the first …
Eight years ago, Samsung Electronics East Africa made a quiet promise: to plant and care for 10,000 indigenous trees in Nairobi’s Karura Forest. Today, that promise stands tall — literally …
In Kenya’s evolving healthcare landscape, a quiet revolution has been taking place—one that’s digitizing, simplifying, and humanizing health insurance as we know it. At the heart of this shift is …
Kenya’s commercial laundry industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by rapid urbanization and an increasing demand for professional laundry services and related equipment. This sector is now considered one of …
Air France-KLM has announced the appointment of Joris Holtus as General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria and Ghana, effective immediately. Holtus succeeds Marius van der Ham, who held …
I am an entrepreneur. In a Kenyan context, this means I run a “small business.” In a country where more than 400,000 small businesses are dying annually, running and sustaining …
Nobody likes it when their personal belongings are displayed in public, especially when they land from another country. But as they say, the law is a jealous mistress. Sometimes it …
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. What many don’t know is that, this institution has free courses where anyone can undertake without paying anything. …
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday. The Vatican has announced that he will be buried on Saturday and the process of electing a new Pope starts. Many world leaders have …
The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), established in 1973, has been instrumental in shaping Kenya’s energy infrastructure and bolstering the East African petroleum supply chain. As a state corporation under the …
Tim-Sky Media Services has mastered the art of turning ideas into headlines, breathing life through words into brands, products, and services, for 14 remarkable years. What started as a bold …
There’s a fresh new vibe in town, for the normal traditional newspaper readers, and it’s draped in Daily Nation Blue. The Daily Nation has unveiled a revamped digital experience that …
Mart Networks, a leading cybersecurity distributor in Africa and the Middle East, has announced the launch of Invinsense 6.0, the latest version of its flagship cybersecurity platform. With this release, …
The Easter season comes with a sense of joy. Families reconnect, travel picks up, and for many, it is a moment to pause and celebrate. But as the holiday glow …
Finsco Africa and the Co-operative Bank of Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)that will see the two institutions collaborate to enhance access to financial solutions and drive investment …
Twiga Holdings, the parent company of Kenya’s leading B2B eCommerce platform, Twiga Foods, today announced a landmark majority investment with three leading food distribution firms, as part of a strategic move to strengthen …
Novotel Nairobi Westlands has announced its special Easter weekend celebration at Gemma’s Italian Kitchen and Bar set to take place on April 20th, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM. …
Gertrude’s Hospital Foundation has received a donation earmarked for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric cancer under the Kenya Childhood Cancer Programme from AM Communications. The donation, presented at Gertrude’s …
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa has announced an exclusive Easter campaign dubbed ‘Forget the Bunny, Get the Deals’ that will see customers get special discounts across a wide range of select …
Absa Bank Kenya has unveiled an enhanced home loan solution offering 110% financing to help Kenyans step confidently onto the property ladder. The new facility is available at competitive interest …
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has waived Kshs. 158 billion in penalties, fines, and interest under the ongoing Tax Amnesty Programme, which was launched on 27th December 2024. This has …
Kenyan small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are walking a tightrope, squeezed by global tariff wars, rising local taxes, and limited access to affordable credit, forcing a fresh call for resilience, …
An epidemic wind is sweeping across Nairobi, one that stakeholders are not willing to discuss openly, perhaps hiding their heads in the sand like the proverbial ostriches. Talking about HIV/AIDs …
A stroke can occur when blood flow to the brain is blocked or there is sudden bleeding in the brain. There are two types of strokes. A stroke that occurs …
MyCredit, a digital credit provider, has secured Kshs. 1.4 billion in funding through strategic partnerships with global impact leaders Oikocredit and BlueOrchard financing for private schools in Kenya. The funding …
Prudential Assurance has announced plans to recruit and train more than 5,000 sales agents across Kenya over the next five years, boosting its agent network from the current 1,000 to 5,000. This …
Notwithstanding recent market volatility, institutional investors have been positive on Africa. Speaking at The Network Forum’s (TNF) Africa Meeting, Hari Chaitanya, Head of Investor Services, Africa at Standard Bank Corporate and …
Gen Z, the generation born between 1997-2012, have emerged as the biggest spenders in Kenya according to the latest World Data Lab (WDL) research. Over 17 million Gen Z consumers …
On April 9, 2025, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe assembled tea stakeholders from the Rift to stop protests that had seen farmers in Motigo and Olenguruone boycott delivering harvested tea …
The convergence of the Internet of Things [IoT] and automation is reshaping industries, and Epson is at the forefront of this transformation in Business Imaging [BI]. By integrating advanced IoT …
Kenya’s leading food processing company, Del Monte Kenya, has joined its parent company, Fresh Del Monte, in its ambitious goal to plant 2.5 million trees globally as part of its …
The paint industry is undergoing significant transformation as it shifts toward more sustainable and environmentally friendly products driven by increasing consumer demand, industry innovation, and regulatory requirements. At the forefront …
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Stanford University jointly announced a research project with Stanford Medicine to initiate an innovative health solution based on Samsung’s obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) feature, which …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC is increasing its lending limit under an ongoing KES500 million financing agreement with agri-tech firm Hello Tractor and John Deere, a U.S. agricultural machinery manufacturer signed …
BNI Kenya, part of the world’s largest business networking organization, BNI, will be hosting a dynamic business growth conference headlined by renowned international coach, consultant, and trainer Phil Berg, under …
Jubilee Health Insurance Limited (JHIL), a subsidiary of Jubilee Holdings, has announced stellar financial results for the year that ended on 31 December 2024, underscoring its resilience, innovation, and unwavering …
KICTANet, in collaboration with the UK Government and partners, marked the successful culmination of the Strengthening Digital Communities (SDC) Project, which has empowered over 500,000 citizens in marginalized communities in …
Property owners, Consultants and Contractors in Kenya, now have access to futuristic air-conditioning and water heating solutions following the introduction into the market of state-of-the-art chillers, Air-to-Water Heat Pumps (AWHP) …
Ajua, Africa’s leading customer experience (CX) intelligence platform, today announced the appointment of Claire Munene as its new Chief Experience Officer (CXO). A trailblazer in CX innovation, Claire rejoins Ajua from Telkom Kenya, …
Tatu City continues to redefine urban living with its premier residential neighborhood, Kijani Ridge. With over 100 families now settled and 100 more moving in by the end of 2025, …
KICTANet is implementing the SDC project in Busia and Mandera Counties, with support from the UK Government. The move is aimed at bringing the marginalized communities in these counties into …
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has unveiled an Electronic Rental Income Tax System (eRITS) to foster voluntary compliance among landlords and property owners. The system built on KRA’s Enterprise Integration Platform …
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially launched the Electronic Rental Income Tax System (eRITS) to simplify tax compliance for property managers and owners across the country. This is the first …
100 dependents, aged 18-25, of Kenya Navy servicemen and women have graduated with plumbing and electrical skills from the 3rd cohort of the partnership between The Family Group Foundation and …
The Kenyan financial sector is progressively adopting Islamic banking by integrating new Islamic finance products, including loan facilities, insurance, mortgages, real estate trusts, and derivatives that adhere to “Ahkamu Shariah” …
In 2004, the Central Bank of Kenya took a significant step by granting the first commercial bank the authority to operate a bancassurance business. This landmark decision paved the way …
This year’s International Women’s Day served as a vital opportunity to celebrate progress in gender equality while acknowledging the challenges that persist. Centered around the theme “Accelerate Action,” it emphasized …
Jubilee Holdings has recorded a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Ksh 6.2 billion for the year that ended December 2024. This marks the first time in the company’s history that …
Bolt Kenya has announced a 46% reduction in offline (off-app) trips across its platform, following the implementation of a series of enhanced safety measures designed to protect both passengers and …
The inaugural Africa Technology Leadership Conference (ATLC 2025) officially opened today at Eka Hotel in Eldoret City, launching a transformative two-day forum that has brought together over 400 delegates from …
The Gordon’s High Tea Experience, hosted on April 5th at Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers, was an afternoon where sophistication met spirited fun, as guests indulged in a modern, gin-infused …
Sophos has announced it has named Chris Bell as senior vice president of global channel, alliances and corporate development, where he will lead the evolution of Sophos’ global channel strategy. This …
Life doesn’t stand still—and neither should your health insurance. From the joy of welcoming a newborn to managing a growing business, from securing your family’s future to planning for retirement—every …
A bold new education initiative is bringing hope to children in Kenya. Nairobi’s informal settlements are home to thousands of children who attend smaller private schools, often the only educational …
Women Link Worldwide and CFK Africa recently convened an impactful intergenerational dialogue at CFK Africa’s center in Kibera, focusing on the urgent issue of School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV). The dialogue …
APA Life Assurance proudly hosted the Bancassurance Masterclass 2025, bringing together industry leaders, financial institutions, and insurance experts to explore the future of bancassurance in Kenya. The highly engaging session …
DigiTax, a startup making tax compliance easier for Kenyan corporates, has won 10,000 US Dollars in cash at The Next Stage to use for business growth and expansion, $50,000 USD …
Family Bank has been in business for the last 40 years, serving millions of customers especially small and micro-businesses (SMEs). Today Family Bank is one of the largest banks by …
Stanbic Bank Kenya on Thursday hosted the Chinese Economic Forum, reaffirming its position as a key enabler of trade and investment between China and Africa, with a special focus on …
Anyone who resided in Kenya during the 1980s would recount a markedly different narrative regarding the entertainment industry. With limited access to the internet, the primary sources of entertainment were …
Sidian Bank Kenya Limited- one of the fastest growing Tier 3 Banks in Kenya, today relocated its Kitui Branch into a more strategic and customer-focused location in Kitui town. The …
Britam’s BetaLab has relocated to Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre (TRIFIC), a service-focused Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Nairobi. The move, which comes one year after BetaLab’s official …
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