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Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Small-scale importers and micro-entrepreneurs have announced an immediate boycott of cargo clearance to protest higher taxes
By John Maina 7 days ago
Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Kenya will host the Africa Blockchain Festival 2026 in Nairobi from October 15 to 17, bringing together global technology leaders, investors, policymakers and entrepreneurs.
By John Maina 8 days ago
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Britam unveils children's investment account
Britam Asset Managers has launched a children’s investment account to promote early wealth creation and bolster long-term financial resilience among households.
By John Maina 12 days ago
Britam unveils children's investment account
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi has stepped up its agricultural technology (Ag-Tech) adoption strategy as part of an elaborate business development plan.
By John Maina 13 days ago
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
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Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
Kenya’s small traders have opposed a planned 28 per cent increase in consolidated cargo that is set to take effect on August 21.
By John Maina 15 days ago
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
The Government has called for engineers to take a central role in Kenya's economic planning, terming the profession key to meeting the country's ambitions for sustainable development
By John Maina 15 days ago
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
During the event, participants laid wreaths, observed a moment of silence, and listened to testimonies from survivors who still bear physical and psychological scars
By John Maina 19 days ago
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
Leaders voiced that many young Muslims feel excluded from governmental decisions, calling for substantive representation in policy making.
By John Maina 19 days ago
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
SBM Bank Kenya has reported a 171 per cent growth in profit before tax to Sh548 million over the first half to June 2026, up from Sh202 million in the same period last year.
By John Maina 1 month ago
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
The NCCK has urged the IEBC to curb voter bribery and implement campaign finance reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that money is undermining Kenya's democracy.
By John Maina 1 month ago
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
KRA has destroyed contraband goods worth Sh218 million that were seized during coordinated crackdowns in Nairobi and the Coast region.
By John Maina 1 month ago
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Diageo has appointed John Musunga as managing director, Africa, effective July 1, 2026, reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the continent as a strategic growth market.
By John Maina 1 month ago
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
Today’s businesses face a complex risk environment that spans global supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty, digital vulnerabilities and climate related disruptions.
By John Maina 2 months ago
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
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Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Small-scale importers and micro-entrepreneurs have announced an immediate boycott of cargo clearance to protest higher taxes
By John Maina 7 days ago
Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Kenya will host the Africa Blockchain Festival 2026 in Nairobi from October 15 to 17, bringing together global technology leaders, investors, policymakers and entrepreneurs.
By John Maina 8 days ago
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Britam unveils children's investment account
Britam Asset Managers has launched a children’s investment account to promote early wealth creation and bolster long-term financial resilience among households.
By John Maina 12 days ago
Britam unveils children's investment account
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi has stepped up its agricultural technology (Ag-Tech) adoption strategy as part of an elaborate business development plan.
By John Maina 13 days ago
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
Premium
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
Kenya’s small traders have opposed a planned 28 per cent increase in consolidated cargo that is set to take effect on August 21.
By John Maina 15 days ago
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
The Government has called for engineers to take a central role in Kenya's economic planning, terming the profession key to meeting the country's ambitions for sustainable development
By John Maina 15 days ago
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
During the event, participants laid wreaths, observed a moment of silence, and listened to testimonies from survivors who still bear physical and psychological scars
By John Maina 19 days ago
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
Leaders voiced that many young Muslims feel excluded from governmental decisions, calling for substantive representation in policy making.
By John Maina 19 days ago
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
SBM Bank Kenya has reported a 171 per cent growth in profit before tax to Sh548 million over the first half to June 2026, up from Sh202 million in the same period last year.
By John Maina 1 month ago
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
The NCCK has urged the IEBC to curb voter bribery and implement campaign finance reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that money is undermining Kenya's democracy.
By John Maina 1 month ago
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
KRA has destroyed contraband goods worth Sh218 million that were seized during coordinated crackdowns in Nairobi and the Coast region.
By John Maina 1 month ago
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Diageo has appointed John Musunga as managing director, Africa, effective July 1, 2026, reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the continent as a strategic growth market.
By John Maina 1 month ago
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
Today’s businesses face a complex risk environment that spans global supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty, digital vulnerabilities and climate related disruptions.
By John Maina 2 months ago
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
Premium
Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Small-scale importers and micro-entrepreneurs have announced an immediate boycott of cargo clearance to protest higher taxes
By John Maina 7 days ago
Small-scale traders halt cargo clearance over rising levies
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Kenya will host the Africa Blockchain Festival 2026 in Nairobi from October 15 to 17, bringing together global technology leaders, investors, policymakers and entrepreneurs.
By John Maina 8 days ago
Kenya to host key Africa blockchain festival 2026 in October
Britam unveils children's investment account
Britam Asset Managers has launched a children’s investment account to promote early wealth creation and bolster long-term financial resilience among households.
By John Maina 12 days ago
Britam unveils children's investment account
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi has stepped up its agricultural technology (Ag-Tech) adoption strategy as part of an elaborate business development plan.
By John Maina 13 days ago
Agribusiness firm steps up tech adoption
Premium
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
Kenya’s small traders have opposed a planned 28 per cent increase in consolidated cargo that is set to take effect on August 21.
By John Maina 15 days ago
Small traders oppose KRA's planned 28pc customs hike
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
The Government has called for engineers to take a central role in Kenya's economic planning, terming the profession key to meeting the country's ambitions for sustainable development
By John Maina 15 days ago
State urges engineers to take a bigger role in economic planning
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
During the event, participants laid wreaths, observed a moment of silence, and listened to testimonies from survivors who still bear physical and psychological scars
By John Maina 19 days ago
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
Leaders voiced that many young Muslims feel excluded from governmental decisions, calling for substantive representation in policy making.
By John Maina 19 days ago
Muslim leaders defend State House visit after backlash
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
SBM Bank Kenya has reported a 171 per cent growth in profit before tax to Sh548 million over the first half to June 2026, up from Sh202 million in the same period last year.
By John Maina 1 month ago
SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
The NCCK has urged the IEBC to curb voter bribery and implement campaign finance reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that money is undermining Kenya's democracy.
By John Maina 1 month ago
NCCK calls on IEBC to act over rampant voter bribery
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
KRA has destroyed contraband goods worth Sh218 million that were seized during coordinated crackdowns in Nairobi and the Coast region.
By John Maina 1 month ago
KRA destroys illicit goods worth Sh218 million in nationwide crackdown
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Diageo has appointed John Musunga as managing director, Africa, effective July 1, 2026, reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to the continent as a strategic growth market.
By John Maina 1 month ago
Diageo appoints John Musunga as Managing Director for Africa
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
Today’s businesses face a complex risk environment that spans global supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty, digital vulnerabilities and climate related disruptions.
By John Maina 2 months ago
Maritime stakeholders call for adoption of marine insurance
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
During the event, participants laid wreaths, observed a moment of silence, and listened to testimonies from survivors who still bear physical and psychological scars
By John Maina 19 days ago
Kenya Society for the Blind joins 28th memorial of 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing
'G Bag na Jug' hitmaker Stoopid Boy reported dead
Entertainment
By Raymond Muthee
51 mins ago
Peter Cullen, iconic voice of Optimus Prime, dies aged 85
Entertainment
By Raymond Muthee
1 hr ago
China, Kenya and Tanzania advance community-based conservation
Environment & Climate
By Edwin Nyarangi
2 hrs ago
Antibiotic misuse fuels drug resistance, experts warn
Health & Science
By Mercy Kahenda
3 hrs ago