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Why it is costly to be a Kenyan citizen today

Basic documents such as IDs which used to be free will now cost Sh300. Replacing a lost ID used to cost Sh100 but will now cost Sh1,000.

By Graham Kajilwa 17 days ago

Why it is costly to be a Kenyan citizen today

How to address mental health hurdles affecting 12m Kenyans

How to address mental health hurdles affecting 12m Kenyans

By Isaac Kalua Green 18 days ago

Illicit brews fight calls for buy-in from society and no sacred cows

Illicit brews fight calls for buy-in from society and no sacred cows

By Koki Mili Grignon 18 days ago

State adamant as Raila weighs in on health crisis

State adamant as Raila weighs in on health crisis

By Antony Gitonga and Grace Ng'ang'a 21 days ago

Unanswered questions in the new affordable housing law

The lack of a definition of who a person is is among the key gaps legal practitioners have detailed in the new law that still does not sit well with Kenyans owing to numerous court battles.

By Graham Kajilwa 21 days ago

Unanswered questions in the new affordable housing law

ODM hits out at Ruto over delayed funds, begins grassroots elections

ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna says the government has used the parties fund to cripple the outfits

By Grace Ng'ang'a 21 days ago

ODM hits out at Ruto over delayed funds, begins grassroots elections

How high interest rates impede credit access by small businesses

The report notes that before joining the programme, 63 per cent of enterprises did not have access to any credit from a financial institution.

By Graham Kajilwa 21 days ago

How high interest rates impede credit access by small businesses

Raila to chair ODM meeting today amid succession politics

ODM leader Raila Odinga has endorsed Ali Hassan Joho and former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya, his two deputies, if he wins the AU top job.

By Grace Ng'ang'a 22 days ago

Raila to chair ODM meeting today amid succession politics

Lobby: Kenya could miss out on continental trade deal

The trade imbalance between exports and imports to the rest of the continent is one of the reasons that could deny Kenya the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

By Graham Kajilwa 23 days ago

Lobby: Kenya could miss out on continental trade deal

Affordable housing: Will State's data-backed action now pay off?

The Government is banking on an elaborate breakdown of Kenyans' incomes to ensure those in need of housing units will be able to afford no matter their take home.

By Graham Kajilwa 28 days ago

Affordable housing: Will State's data-backed action now pay off?

The making of a social entrepreneur: When impact supersedes profit

Megan Mukuria is a rebel. But a rebel with a cause. And her cause, to provide opportunities to girls and women, has seen her build a budding business - Zana Africa.

By Graham Kajilwa 29 days ago

The making of a social entrepreneur: When impact supersedes profit

Bottlenecks stagnating the EAC integration amid fresh lobbying

Meeting in Nairobi noted some of tools put in place to reduce trade barriers and increase regional exchange of goods and services are not working.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Bottlenecks stagnating the EAC integration amid fresh lobbying

When do you stop working? Age-old debate just won't retire

New Bill in the National Assembly wants the retirement age increased from the current 60 to 65 years amid reports of improved life expectancy at 66.5 for women and 60.6 for men.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

When do you stop working? Age-old debate just won't retire

Reconstitute the IEBC now for it to deliver and be legally formed

IEBC has been without a chairperson and commissioners for more than a year thereby paralysing essential work.

By Koki Muli Grignon 1 month ago

Reconstitute the IEBC now for it to deliver and be legally formed

Only decisive actions can save us from resurgence of road carnage

Last week's road accident on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway, claiming 11 lives from Kenyatta University resonated deeply with every parent, I included.

By Isaac Kalua Green 1 month ago

Only decisive actions can save us from resurgence of road carnage

The downside of the Sh1 billion per day boda boda industry in Kenya

It costs a boda boda rider between Sh1,680 and Sh2.8 million to treat motorcycle-related injuries. These injuries range from polytrauma, limb, abdomen, head, and thoracic injury.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

The downside of the Sh1 billion per day boda boda industry in Kenya

Kenya tops regional peers and China in growth prospects among executives

Kenya tops China and East African Community (EAC) economies in the prospect list as documented in the survey published by consulting firm PwC.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Kenya tops regional peers and China in growth prospects among executives

Nostalgia, despair as city estates with rich history set to come down

Demolition of old estates where some families have called home for up to three generations will give rise to units that are expensive.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Nostalgia, despair as city estates with rich history set to come down

Second-generation liquor: Legal lacuna impeding illicit brew war

This type of alcohol may not necessarily be illicit owing to the fact that KRA and KEBS issued certifications and licenses to the manufacturers.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Second-generation liquor: Legal lacuna impeding illicit brew war

How corporate CEOs can play big role in securing country's future

The CEOs who steer the medium-sized and large companies in Kenya, hold in their hands, the jobs of millions and they are, therefore, our unsung heroes.

By Isaac Kalua Green 1 month ago

How corporate CEOs can play big role in securing country's future

New era beckons as justice administration goes virtual

Chief Justice Martha Koome on March 11 launched e-filing of all cases countrywide thereby eliminating the need for printing of acres of pages of pleadings.

By Koki Muli Grignon 1 month ago

New era beckons as justice administration goes virtual

Banks up credit collection in real estate amid loans appetite

The latest Credit Officer Survey by CBK also shows building and construction as another sector that banks will intensify their recovery efforts this quarter.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Banks up credit collection in real estate amid loans appetite

Heavy machinery company unveils innovative fuel-efficient excavator

This Komatsu excavator is engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern construction projects while prioritising efficiency, sustainability, and operator comfort

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Heavy machinery company unveils innovative fuel-efficient excavator

Why ODM and UDA cannot handle decades-old party polls nightmare

The oldest party and the ruling outfit are struggling to hold credible grassroots elections.

By Ndung'u Gachane and Grace Ng'ang'a 1 month ago

Why ODM and UDA cannot handle decades-old party polls nightmare

Staff attrition and obsolete equipment slows State agency's bid to commercialise products

The institute is now seeking the help of regulatory bodies to aid in the commercialisation of the developed products.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Staff attrition and obsolete equipment slows State agency's bid to commercialise products

Looming mergers now put State corporations on edge

Plans to merge several State corporations have caused anxiety among agencies with overlapping roles as they craft ways to stay relevant.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Looming mergers now put State corporations on edge

Region's private sector moot plan to grow intra-EAC trade

The visit is aimed at determining the extent of the challenges affecting cross-border trade in the region.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Region's private sector moot plan to grow intra-EAC trade

Enforcement of contentious NSSF Act illegal, governors say

Argue directive by NSSF following the Supreme Court judgement is ill-advised and not grounded on any law after the apex court reverted the case to the Court of Appeal.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Enforcement of contentious NSSF Act illegal, governors say

Invest in women for a healthier society and a thriving economy

The changing faces of gender inequality and the many crises the world is facing perilously mask the faultline of expanding gender inequality.

By Koki Muli Grignon 1 month ago

Invest in women for a healthier society and a thriving economy

Why the passport gridlock is hard to break and what Kindiki must do

Last year on May 31, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki promised to clear the backlog of 42,000 passport applications within 21 days.

By Isaac Kalua Green 1 month ago

Why the passport gridlock is hard to break and what Kindiki must do

Treasury banks on tax policy reforms to increase revenues

CS Ndung'u says country needs tax system that optimises collection and reduces expenditure.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Treasury banks on tax policy reforms to increase revenues

Standard Group appoints two new board members

The board of directors of The Standard Group PLC has announced the appointment of Leonie Von Elverfeldt and Chris Otundo as independent non-executive directors with effect from March 6, 2024.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Standard Group appoints two new board members

Concerns over government crackdown on illicit alcohol

The beer sector is a multibillion shillings industry and has been a cash cow for the government for ages.

By Graham Kajilwa and Brian Ngugi 1 month ago

Concerns over government crackdown on illicit alcohol

KRA's battle to collect taxes from elusive landlords continues

Prof Njuguna Ndung'u proposes to review the residential rental income tax regime to ensure fairness and improve tax collection.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

KRA's battle to collect taxes from elusive landlords continues

Tackle systemic issues that hinder women from engaging fully in public life

From the boardroom to the classroom, and from the laboratory to the studio, women's contributions shape our world in ways both seen and unseen.

By Sheila Van de Graaph 1 month ago

Tackle systemic issues that hinder women from engaging fully in public life

Agency eyes Sh1.6tr export earnings in new game plan

KEPROBA plans to increase Kenya's exports by 10.7 per cent annually from Sh873.1 billion in 2022 to Sh1.6 trillion BY 2028.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Agency eyes Sh1.6tr export earnings in new game plan

How ready are you to start a business?

What is your business objective? Your target, mission and vision are important in creating your strategy.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

How ready are you to start a business?

Why Nairobi deserves to be made the world's environmental capital

President William Ruto, during his address to UNEA-6, asked member states to allow Nairobi to host the Treaty's Secretariat.

By Koki Muli Grignon 1 month ago

Why Nairobi deserves to be made the world's environmental capital

How politics, personal steps and private sector can propel Kenya

Kenya's leadership in environmental stewardship, exemplified by hosting the UNEP and UNEA conferences, signifies our role in global sustainability.

By Isaac Kalua Green 1 month ago

How politics, personal steps and private sector can propel Kenya

Embakasi gas explosion survivors to wait longer for compensation

Twenty-seven days after the Embakasi gas explosion killed seven people and left more than 200 injured, the government is yet to compensate the survivors.

By Grace Ng'ang'a 1 month ago

Embakasi gas explosion survivors to wait longer for compensation

Night construction, lack of PPEs key safety concerns in the built industry

Night-time construction is one of the key safety hazards identified by players in the built industry, who recently met to deliberate on ways to improve health and safety standards in the sector.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Night construction, lack of PPEs key safety concerns in the built industry

Why lenders are shunning agri-based small enterprises

Most loans to SMEs in the country are borrowed by the informal value chain part of the agricultural sector.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Why lenders are shunning agri-based small enterprises

Kenyan electric vehicle company unveils latest model in Rwanda

Go Electric Ltd is set to unveil its latest electrical and solar vehicle models in Rwanda, marking a significant stride in the realm of sustainable transportation.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Kenyan electric vehicle company unveils latest model in Rwanda

Manufacturing slowdown, debt burden to cut Kenya growth

Agriculture, which is the backbone of Kenya's industries, is not expected to be as vibrant as was the case last year.

By Graham Kajilwa 1 month ago

Manufacturing slowdown, debt burden to cut Kenya growth

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