Stories By Swala Nyeti Reporter
Donald Trump reinstates travel ban on 12 countries, restricts visas for 7 more
Jun 05, 2025 at 02:15 PM
President Donald Trump has reinstated a sweeping travel ban affecting nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran and Yemen, in a move that echoes one of the most cont...
Why Treasury shelved PAYE tax cut plan
Jun 04, 2025 at 04:50 PM
A plan to relieve the tax burden on salaried workers has been shelved after the Kenya Revenue Authority failed to meet its revised revenue target by a margin of Sh130 billion, Trea...
NCBA forum explores SME challenges, financial opportunities in Migori County
Jun 03, 2025 at 07:02 PM
Over 100 small and medium business owners gathered in Migori during a dinner organised by NCBA Bank to explore financial solutions and discuss economic opportunities in the region....
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Moniepoint gets CAK nod to acquire 78 per cent stake in Sumac Microfinance
Jun 03, 2025 at 02:42 PM
Moniepoint Inc. has received unconditional regulatory approval from the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to acquire a 78 per cent shareholding in Sumac Microfinance Bank Limite...
HELB turns to police to track defaulters as Govt intensifies loan recovery efforts
May 31, 2025 at 03:51 PM
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has disclosed plans to work with law enforcement to trace former university students who have defaulted on their student loans....
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EV Explorers among 64 cars slated for the 2025 Rhino Charge in Baringo North
May 30, 2025 at 09:47 PM
The rugged terrains of Saimo Soi in Baringo North are set to roar to life this Saturday as the 36th edition of the iconic Rhino Charge motorsport challenge gets underway....
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Binance-backed Kenya blockchain event draws over 1,500 amid crypto tax reforms
May 29, 2025 at 08:31 PM
More than 1,500 participants from across Africa’s blockchain and crypto ecosystem are set to converge in Nairobi for the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference (KBCC) 2025....
NSSF partners with Chinese firm in bid for Nairobi–Mau Summit highway project
May 29, 2025 at 01:28 PM
Kenya’s largest pension fund, the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), is positioning itself to channel part of its Sh477 billion asset base into the dualing of the busy Nairobi...
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Kenya’s literary icon who fought to decolonise the mind, dies
May 28, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Kenya is in mourning following the death of one of its most revered sons, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, a towering figure in African literature, a fearless voice for justice, and a global...
Safaricom unveils Sh66 billion AI drive to transform East Africa's digital landscape
May 28, 2025 at 03:06 PM
Safaricom has unveiled a Sh66 billion initiative aimed at building artificial intelligence infrastructure across East Africa over the next three years, marking one of the region’...
Safaricom reaffirms support for Africa’s digital future at Connected Summit
May 27, 2025 at 03:53 PM
Safaricom has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Africa’s digital transformation, citing investment in connectivity, innovation, and inclusive technology as central to its...
Local telecom giants challenged on automatic data charges and expiry rules
May 26, 2025 at 02:15 PM
A bold legal petition has placed Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom under scrutiny, challenging long-standing mobile data practices that could soon face sweeping reform....
Sh5.7 billion at risk in donor-funded state projects, Auditor General's report reveals
May 23, 2025 at 09:33 PM
Delays, debts, and disarray may have cost Kenyan taxpayers Sh5.7 billion in donor-backed government projects, according to the Auditor General’s latest report—a finding that pa...
15 counties face strong winds and large waves from Friday, Met Department says
May 23, 2025 at 12:53 PM
A powerful weather advisory from the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that strong southerly winds and large waves are expected to sweep through coastal and inland countie...
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Nairobi goes up six places to 107 among the world’s most startup-friendly cities
May 22, 2025 at 02:09 PM
Kenya, after years of treading water, has gained new ground in the global startup arena, with Nairobi rising six places to rank 107th among the world’s most startup-friendly citi...
Safaricom rolls out new credit lifeline for MSMEs with quick loans up to Sh400,000
May 21, 2025 at 02:54 PM
Safaricom has rolled out a trio of enhanced digital credit solutions, Fuliza Biashara, Taasi Pochi, and Taasi Till, targeting small and micro-enterprises (MSMEs) seeking quick, fle...
Diageo makes tough decisions in Sh65 billion major cost cutting to tackle debt
May 20, 2025 at 03:59 PM
Diageo has announced a sweeping cost-saving strategy amounting to approximately Sh65 billion by 2028, coupled with significant asset sales, in an attempt to steady its financial fo...
Kenya targets 3.4 billion litres of milk annually by 2028 as dairy revenue rises
May 19, 2025 at 06:55 PM
Kenya could see its annual milk production swell to 3.4 billion litres by 2028, unlocking an estimated Sh156 billion in additional revenue, as a privately-led campaign to boost for...
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Homeschoolers dominate in thrilling NCBA Interschools Golf Tournament
May 18, 2025 at 06:45 PM
The fairways of Windsor Golf and Country Club turned into a classroom of champions on Friday as the Homeschool team once again proved their mettle, clinching victory in the second ...
Kirinyaga's health financing model sets national healthcare benchmark
May 16, 2025 at 04:49 PM
Kirinyaga County has emerged as a national benchmark for health sector reforms, following widespread praise for its successful rollout of the Facility Improvement Financing (FIF) m...
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