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Business
Manufacturers shift to biomass to cut energy costs
Manufacturers are turning to renewable thermal energy solutions to cut operating costs and reduce reliance on imported diesel.
By Esther Nyambura
15h ago
A total of 8.4 million units (kWh) of electricity were used in powering electric vehicles in 2025, an indication that more Kenyans are increasingly embracing electric mobility (e-mobility).
By James Wanzala
20h ago
By Graham Kajilwa
20h ago
By Esther Dianah
1d ago
By Nanjinia Wamuswa
1d ago
By Esther Nyambura
1d ago
Beatrice Kirundu is one of millions of Kenyans who have invested in indigenous knowledge–based intellectual assets, commonly referred to as the Natural Products Industry.
By Nanjinia Wamuswa
1d ago
Agricultural experts have called on the government provide greater support for organic farming, warning that increased use could pose risks to public health.
By Esther Nyambura
1d ago
Kenyan traders are urging amendments to the proposed Trade Bill to tackle unfair competition, multiple levies and structural barriers.
By Sofia Ali
1d ago
Nairobi is strengthening its position as China’s regional hub in Africa as Kenya and China deepen strategic ties, pledging expanded job creation and stronger people-to-people exchanges in 2026.
By Brian Ngugi
1d ago
President Ruto rode to power on a promise to uplift the “hustler” class of small traders, farmers, and informal workers.
By Standard Digital
1d ago
Ecobank Kenya has appointed Rebecca Mbithi as its new managing director, effective February 9, subject to approval by the CBK.
By Esther Dianah
2d ago
Under pressure, Dutch brewer Heineken said Wednesday that it would scrap up to 6,000 jobs as it faces what it called "challenging market conditions," with beer volumes down compared to last year.
By AFP
2d ago
Kenya Power Meru branch operations and maintenance manager Gideon Mbiuki said geospatial mapping of its installations unearthed theft of transformers.
By Phares Mutembei
2d ago
Naivas Supermarket has received compensation of Sh134 million from CIC Insurance Group for its properties damaged during the Gen Z protests on June 25, 2025.
By Esther Dianah
2d ago
The Central Bank of Kenya cut its benchmark interest rate on Tuesday and took technical steps designed to push commercial lending costs lower.
By Brian Ngugi
3d ago
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