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Kamukunji: From Saba Saba venue to sports ground
The ground is historical because the Saba Saba movement was born here on July 7, 1990.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 6 days ago
Kamukunji: From Saba Saba venue to sports ground
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Ruto targets productivity to cut State wage bill
President William Ruto has unveiled public service reforms that will tie civil servant pay and promotions to productivity in a bid to cut Kenya’s wage bill and improve efficiency.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 8 days ago
Ruto targets productivity to cut State wage bill
Kenyan SMEs land Sh181m for clean energy projects
High up-front set-up costs and costs associated with running inefficient appliances are the primary barriers to growth for businesses in Africa.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 7 days ago
Kenyan SMEs land Sh181m for clean energy projects
Insurer unveils instalment medical cover
Jubilee Health Insurance has launched an installment-based premium payment model for its medical covers in Nairobi.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 11 days ago
Insurer unveils instalment medical cover
Initiative to upskill youth in construction sector launched
A partnership to promote vocational training and improve youth employability prospects in the construction sector has been launched.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 13 days ago
Initiative to upskill youth in construction sector launched
Singapore, Sydney most expensive cities to restart your life - report
A new report on relocation costs found that restarting your life in major cities like Singapore requires over $10,500 (Sh1.4 million) to cover rent deposits.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 13 days ago
Singapore, Sydney most expensive cities to restart your life - report
State rallies behind packaging sector as catalyst for growth
The government and private sector leaders have called for closer collaboration to unlock the full potential of Kenya‘s packaging, printing and graphics industry.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 14 days ago
State rallies behind packaging sector as catalyst for growth
KDC lines up Sh18.5 billion funding pipeline for SMEs
The Kenya Development Corporation has unveiled financing programmes worth more than Sh18.5 billion and over Sh51.8 billion aimed at expanding access to long-term capital for businesses.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 15 days ago
KDC lines up Sh18.5 billion funding pipeline for SMEs
Equity shareholders approve record Sh21.7 billion dividend payout
Equity Group shareholders have approved a first and final dividend payout of Sh21.70 billion for the financial year that ended on December 31, 2025.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 19 days ago
Equity shareholders approve record Sh21.7 billion dividend payout
Police roadblocks cripple transport, business in Ongata Rongai
Traffic remained light, with only a few public service vehicles operating and a limited number of shops open for business
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 19 days ago
Police roadblocks cripple transport, business in Ongata Rongai
Dubai, Tokyo and Rome named most beautiful cities at night
A new study by the digital entertainment platform JB.com analysed nighttime safety, light pollution, social media popularity, night tours, and viewing platforms across global destinations.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 20 days ago
Dubai, Tokyo and Rome named most beautiful cities at night
Local farmers eye higher returns on Paris purple tea deal
Kenyan tea farmers are expected to earn higher returns after the launch of premium purple and orthodox tea brands in Paris.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 20 days ago
Local farmers eye higher returns on Paris purple tea deal
Little Cab syncs billing platform with eTIMS
More Kenyans are embracing digital platforms to file tax returns as the government's push for technology-driven compliance gathers momentum.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 20 days ago
Little Cab syncs billing platform with eTIMS
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Climate financing: How will Africa fund climate change mitigation?
Africa faces an annual climate finance gap of $125 billion (Sh16.18 trillion), highlighting the urgent need to channel more investment to the cities, regions and communities leading climate action.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 23 days ago
Climate financing: How will Africa fund climate change mitigation?
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Study: Day care expansion eases women's unpaid care load in low-income settings
Study in Nairobi shows social-franchise daycare reduces unpaid care work, improves child outcomes and boosts women’s ability to work and earn income.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 23 days ago
Study: Day care expansion eases women's unpaid care load in low-income settings
122 students affected as fire guts dormitory at Ofafa Jericho High School
Fire breaks out at Ofafa Jericho High School in Makadara, Nairobi, destroying a dormitory; cause yet to be established.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 24 days ago
122 students affected as fire guts dormitory at Ofafa Jericho High School
Go for individual suspects in South C building collapse, surveyors tell DPP
Surveyors have opposed blanket charges against Nairobi planning committee members over the Manzil Towers collapse, calling for individual accountability.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 27 days ago
Go for individual suspects in South C building collapse, surveyors tell DPP
Mwalimu Sacco taps NCBA to rev up salary processing
Teachers and members of Mwalimu Sacco are set to experience faster salary processing following the launch of "Salo Xpress," a digital payroll management solution powered by NCBA Bank.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 26 days ago
Mwalimu Sacco taps NCBA to rev up salary processing
Coalition urges MPs to fast-track Tobacco Control Bill to protect the youth
The Kenya Tobacco and Nicotine Tax Coalition has called on the National Assembly to retain the strong regulatory measures proposed in the Tobacco Bill
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 28 days ago
Coalition urges MPs to fast-track Tobacco Control Bill to protect the youth
Cloud technology brings clearer MRI scans to Africa
Tyger, to improve the quality of MRI scans generated by ultra-low-field systems, a development that could expand access to advanced medical imaging in underserved communities across Africa.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Cloud technology brings clearer MRI scans to Africa
KQ to revive grounded jets as it seeks Sh194b in turnaround funds
The national carrier is also eyeing $1.5 billion (Sh194 billion) in fresh capital injection by March next year to fund its turnaround plans.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 29 days ago
KQ to revive grounded jets as it seeks Sh194b in turnaround funds
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Why SHA wants hospitals not dispensing drugs punished
Starting Monday, hospitals accredited by the Social Health Authority (SHA) to offer primary healthcare will be surcharged if they do not dispense prescribed drugs to patients after treating them.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Why SHA wants hospitals not dispensing drugs punished
NTSA revokes Nicco Sacco's license over the death of a student
NTSA revokes license of NICCO Movers 1 Sacco after matatu crew allegedly pushed student from moving vehicle, leading to his death, cites inadequate safety measures.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
NTSA revokes Nicco Sacco's license over the death of a student
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Real-time electronic tracking system cuts cargo theft, dumping
KRA says its electronic cargo tracking system has cut cargo theft and dumping, improving transit security and reducing delivery times along the corridor.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Real-time electronic tracking system cuts cargo theft, dumping
Kenya woos Slovak investors at Nairobi forum
The government has urged Slovakian investors to consider setting up businesses in the country. 
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Kenya woos Slovak investors at Nairobi forum
KRA forgoes Sh9.1b under State's fuel price relief plan
This follows the reduction of VAT on fuel from 16 per cent to eight per cent as part of measures aimed at cushioning consumers from rising global fuel prices
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
KRA forgoes Sh9.1b under State's fuel price relief plan
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Why most Kenyans prefer self employment to looking for jobs
More Kenyans prefer self employment over employment
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Why most Kenyans prefer self employment to looking for jobs
Nairobi launches five-year plan to cut road deaths
A five-year initiative aimed at reducing traffic-related deaths, crashes and injuries in Nairobi has been launched, marking a major push to make the city’s roads safer.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Nairobi launches five-year plan to cut road deaths
ITC, Equity partner to unlock trade finance for coffee, leather and creative industries
The partnership will initially be implemented in Kenya through a pilot phase running until December 2026, with plans to expand into other East African markets from 2027.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
ITC, Equity partner to unlock trade finance for coffee, leather and creative industries
Fixing execution crucial for Kenya's growth, official says
Project management must be embedded more firmly within public sector policy and decision-making frameworks if Kenya is to strengthen government delivery
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Fixing execution crucial for Kenya's growth, official says
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Slow decarbonisation of buildings, construction sector raise concerns
A UN report warns global building decarbonisation is slowing, leaving the sector a major source of emissions and climate risks.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Slow decarbonisation of buildings, construction sector raise concerns
Kenya's flower exports now feel the heat of rising freight costs
Kenya’s flower industry, long celebrated as one of the country’s biggest export success stories, is staring at uncertainty as rising freight costs pile pressure on growers and exporters.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Kenya's flower exports now feel the heat of rising freight costs
HF Group changes name to HFCB after rebrand
HF Group has rebranded to HFCB to unify its subsidiaries and strengthen market positioning after reporting strong profitability growth.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
HF Group changes name to HFCB after rebrand
Carrefour says it has invested Sh15 billion in Kenyan economy
Since entering the market in 2016, the retail giant says it has spent more than Sh239 billion in sourcing its goods from local suppliers.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Carrefour says it has invested Sh15 billion in Kenyan economy
Sakaja donates 700 goats ahead of Eid, backs Nubian land rates waiver
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja donated 700 goats to Muslim families ahead of Eid al-Adha and pledged support for the Nubian community through a proposed waiver of land rates debt.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Sakaja donates 700 goats ahead of Eid, backs Nubian land rates waiver
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Employers raise concern over rising cost of doing business
Federation of Kenya Employers has raised concerns over rising business costs and provisions in the Finance Bill, 2026, that would expand KRA’s powers.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Employers raise concern over rising cost of doing business
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New push to increase funding for research and development
Kenya and African countries are being urged to boost funding for science, technology and research to reduce reliance on donor support and build stronger innovation-driven economies.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
New push to increase funding for research and development
Youth gain skills in electronics repair and e-waste management
A total of 238 young entrepreneurs in Kisumu graduated last Thursday under the Power Up programme.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Youth gain skills in electronics repair and e-waste management
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Retail investors can now own a piece of mega infrastructure projects through NSE
Kenyans can now invest in major infrastructure projects through the Nairobi Securities Exchange after the listing of the Sh3.4 billion Spearhead Africa Infrastructure Fund.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Retail investors can now own a piece of mega infrastructure projects through NSE
Alarm raised over lagging decarbonisation in construction industry
Decarbonisation of buildings in the construction sector has slowed globally, leaving it as a major source of emissions and increasingly vulnerable to climate impacts and energy price shocks.
By Steven Kisuli Muendo 1 month ago
Alarm raised over lagging decarbonisation in construction industry
Report reveals what Kenya's superrich spend on
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Six Catholic priests suspended over disciplinary cases
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