Stories By Naaman Otieno
RTGS operation now extended by 4 hours
Jun 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) will extend the operating hours for the Kenya Electronic Payment and Settlement System (KEPSS) from July 1, 2025, in a move intended to enhance the ...
Anne Waiguru urges counties to harness unique strengths for growth
Jun 14, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called on counties across Kenya to leverage their distinct resources and invest strategically in local value chains to help revive and grow the ...
COMESA and EACCA sign MoU to boost cross-border competition enforcement
Jun 12, 2025 at 02:28 PM
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission and the East African Community Competition Authority (EACCA) have formally entered into a cooperat...
NCBA drives HACO’s sustainability agenda with 311-panel solar financing
Jun 10, 2025 at 10:41 AM
NCBA Bank has reinforced its position in green financing by backing the latest solar energy project at HACO Industries, aimed at reducing the factory’s reliance on non-renewable ...
KRA speaks amid public concerns over effect of new CRSP on used car prices
Jun 09, 2025 at 08:37 AM
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a clarification following public inquiries and media reports on the implementation of its revised Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) l...
EABL trains 25 youth with disabilities under Sh6 million DigiBility programme with USIU
Jun 04, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Twenty-five young people living with disabilities have graduated from the inaugural DigiBility programme, a digital marketing skills initiative launched in March 2025 through a par...
NTSA cracks down on matatu graffiti, flashy branding in key compliance sweep
May 27, 2025 at 03:24 PM
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has ordered an immediate and sweeping purge of graffiti, garish decorations, and unauthorised branding on Public Service Vehicles...
Kenya and India forge stronger economic ties with landmark investment deal
May 27, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) and the India Kenya Business Council (IKBC) have inked a fresh investment agreement in Nairobi, setting in motion a new chapter of commercial...
Govt unveils ambitious digital strategy ahead of Connected Africa Summit 2025
May 19, 2025 at 06:29 PM
Kenya is set to host the Connected Africa Summit 2025, a pivotal continental event aimed at breaking down digital barriers and fostering innovation across the African continent....
Kakuzi targets fourth crop and export growth as it unveils its 10-year strategy
May 14, 2025 at 09:18 PM
Kakuzi Plc has unveiled a ten-year plan to introduce a fourth commercial crop and expand its export capacity, aiming to strengthen returns and diversify markets....
MCAs order all Naivas Supermarkets in Nairobi County to shut down - VIDEO
May 14, 2025 at 01:04 PM
Members of a Nairobi County Assembly committee have ordered all Naivas Supermarkets within the county to be shut down temporarily due to what it termed as critical breaches of mult...
Why KQ flight was forced to return to JKIA shortly after departure for Dar
Apr 28, 2025 at 10:37 AM
A Kenya Airways (KQ) flight bound for Dar es Salaam was forced to return to Nairobi shortly after take-off on Sunday following a medical emergency on board....
Why Kenya Railways suspended services to Lukenya and Syokimau on Thursday
Apr 24, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Kenya Railways Corporation on Thursday morning announced the suspension of its commuter link trains to Lukenya and Syokimau....
Alcoblow returning to roads this week
Apr 07, 2025 at 06:06 PM
The government will deploy 1,000 breathalysers, commonly known as alcoblows, across the country as part of the reintroduction of the Traffic (Drink-Driving) Rules, 2025, which come...
KAM and KNCCI raise issues over effects of Trump’s reciprocal tariff on Kenya-US trade
Apr 04, 2025 at 07:44 PM
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) have raised concerns over the United States' decision to impose a 10 pe...
US report exposes graft, transparency flaws in Kenya’s procurement system
Apr 04, 2025 at 03:27 PM
The 2025 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers underscores the significant hurdles faced by foreign firms attempting to secure government contracts in Kenya....
Samsung unveils Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, A26 5G in Kenya with modern AI features
Apr 03, 2025 at 09:17 PM
Samsung Electronics East Africa has introduced the new Galaxy A series smartphones – the Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, and A26 5G – to the Kenyan market....
OPPO A5 Pro debuts in Kenya with military-grade durability and AI smarts
Mar 29, 2025 at 01:00 AM
OPPO Kenya has rolled out the A5 Pro, a smartphone built for those who demand durability without compromising on cutting-edge technology....
Africa Global PR Week 2025: Nairobi to host Africa's top PR summit in August
Mar 28, 2025 at 03:40 PM
Nairobi will host Africa Global PR Week 2025, a major gathering of public relations professionals, business leaders, and industry experts from 26th to 29th August....
Kenya unveils its five-year AI strategy, Sh152 billion 'powerhouse' funding plan
Mar 28, 2025 at 01:53 PM
Kenya has set its sights on becoming Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse with the unveiling of a five-year national AI strategy, which will require at least Sh152 bi...