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De La Rue counts heavy cost of unceremonious Kenya exit
Closure of British currency printer’s lucrative Kenyan unit saw revenue in its currency division plummet by 18.7 per cent to Sh35.94 billion in 2023 from Sh44.19 billion.
By 4 days ago
De La Rue counts heavy cost of unceremonious Kenya exit
Kenya and rest of Africa lagging in green energy wave, UN warns
The report emphasises, "government action must steer markets by providing coherent and sustained long-term policy signals, regulatory frameworks, and market incentives." 
By 3 days ago
Kenya and rest of Africa lagging in green energy wave, UN warns
Djibouti opens market for Kenya's miraa exports
Kenyan miraa, also known as khat, has been cleared for export to Djibouti, marking a significant new market opportunity for farmers and traders of the lucrative stimulant crop. 
By 6 days ago
Djibouti opens market for Kenya's miraa exports
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Revealed: How select oil importers shared more than Sh32 billion
The controversial G-to-G fuel import deal, touted as a way to ease dollar liquidity and stabilise the shilling, has seen billions of shillings disbursed to a select group of oil marketers. 
By 7 days ago
Revealed: How select oil importers shared more than Sh32 billion
Moody's sees risks to Kenya's economic recovery
Kenya's medium-term fiscal consolidation, critical for any potential ratings upgrade and access to more affordable international capital, is likely to get more challenging.
By 7 days ago
Moody's sees risks to Kenya's economic recovery
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How Trump's new policies are pushing Kenya towards China
Kenyan manufacturers are bracing for severe economic consequences as the Trump administration prepares to reinstate 10 per cent tariffs on key exports.
By 8 days ago
How Trump's new policies are pushing Kenya towards China
KRA's Sh47.3b tax shortfall hits Ruto's economic agenda amid fiscal strain
Kenya's fiscal stability faces fresh challenges after the Kenya Revenue Authority fell Sh47.3 billion short of its tax collection target for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
By 8 days ago
KRA's Sh47.3b tax shortfall hits Ruto's economic agenda amid fiscal strain
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Why an acre of land in Eastleigh and South B will cost you Sh600 million
The report released on Thursday indicates that Eastleigh and South B recorded average land prices of Sh600 million per acre. 
By 12 days ago
Why an acre of land in Eastleigh and South B will cost you Sh600 million
Economy feels the pinch as June inflows drop Sh2.1b
Data from the Central Bank of Kenya reveals that diaspora remittances to Kenya declined by $17 million (Sh2.1 billion), or 3.86 per cent, in June.
By 15 days ago
Economy feels the pinch as June inflows drop Sh2.1b
Centum maintains dividend payout following Sh813 million net profit
Centum Investment Company Plc has maintained its dividend payout after reporting a consolidated net profit of Sh813 million for the financial year ended 31 March 2025.
By 15 days ago
Centum maintains dividend payout following Sh813 million net profit
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Kenya's exports brace for Sh13b blow as Trump tariffs resume
Despite last-ditch negotiations by Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi, Nairobi has been unable to clinch an interim deal.
By 16 days ago
Kenya's exports brace for Sh13b blow as Trump tariffs resume
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Why IMF is demanding corruption audit on Kenya
Kenya’s quest for billions in crucial financing from the IMF now hinges on its commitment to tackle endemic corruption. 
By 26 days ago
Why IMF is demanding corruption audit on Kenya
Digital loans challenge credit norms, boost income
Those granted digital loans were nearly 24 per cent more likely to be employed or self-employed compared to a control group of rejected applicants.
By 27 days ago
Digital loans challenge credit norms, boost income
Cameroon's George Elombi to take over Afreximbank's leadership
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) named veteran executive Dr George Elombi as its next president and board chairman on Saturday.
By 1 month ago
Cameroon's George Elombi to take over Afreximbank's leadership
Standard Chartered partners with CISI to boost wealth management expertise
The programme offers a broad introduction to the financial services professional sector, with a specific focus on investments from a global perspective
By 1 month ago
Standard Chartered partners with CISI to boost wealth management expertise
Oramah's new book foresees intra-African trade doubling in decade
The updated “Foundations and Evolutions of Structured Trade Finance” argues that implementation of AfCFTA should boost regional commerce from its current 15-17% share of Africa's total trade.
By 1 month ago
Oramah's new book foresees intra-African trade doubling in decade
Outgoing Afreximbank's president Oramah hailed as continental integration engine
Under his command, Afreximbank became the operational backbone of Africa’s integration ambitions.
By 1 month ago
Outgoing Afreximbank's president Oramah hailed as continental integration engine
AAR slashes sickle cell test costs in accessibility drive
The hospital will offer comprehensive blood tests, known as full haemograms (which analyse red and white blood cells, haemoglobin, and platelets), for Sh500
By 1 month ago
AAR slashes sickle cell test costs in accessibility drive
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Will zero-tariff fix Kenya-China trade imbalance?
Kenya is increasingly pivoting towards Beijing, seeking to leverage China’s expanded zero-tariff trade policy to address a widening trade imbalance that favours the Asian economic giant.
By 1 month ago
Will zero-tariff fix Kenya-China trade imbalance?
Kenya braces for new economic shocks as Israel-Iran war escalates
Kenya is bracing for significant economic repercussions as the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel threatens to disrupt global trade routes.
By 1 month ago
Kenya braces for new economic shocks as Israel-Iran war escalates
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China signals breakthrough in new financial talks with Kenya
China on Wednesday hinted that Kenya’s urgent request for a key financial cooperation pact is likely to succeed.
By 1 month ago
China signals breakthrough in new financial talks with Kenya
No more delays as CBK extends payment hours for 24-hour economy
The banking regulator will extend the operating hours of its critical national payment system from July 1, aiming to significantly boost Kenya’s transition towards a round-the-clock digital economy.
By 1 month ago
No more delays as CBK extends payment hours for 24-hour economy
Kenyan farmers urged to tap into China's zero-tariff market
China is committed to implementing zero-tariff treatment on all tariff lines for 53 African nations with which it maintains diplomatic relations.
By 1 month ago
Kenyan farmers urged to tap into China's zero-tariff market
IFC disburses Sh2.6b to Centum Re's 2,000 affordable houses
IFC has disbursed Sh2.6 billion Centum RE to finance the construction of 1,940 affordable, energy-efficient homes in Nairobi’s Two Rivers Development.
By 1 month ago
IFC disburses Sh2.6b to Centum Re's 2,000 affordable houses
Manufacturers warn new rules on alcohol will hurt production
Firms say regulations could undermine their competitiveness and inadvertently fuel the illicit alcohol market.
By 1 month ago
Manufacturers warn new rules on alcohol will hurt production
Bitter IMF austerity pill return overshadows budget unveiling
The Bretton Woods institution has demanded deep cuts to public spending, which could impact public jobs as part of a new funding deal.
By 1 month ago
Bitter IMF austerity pill return overshadows budget unveiling
Beijing opens door to Africa with zero tariffs amidst global turmoil
Chinese President Xi Jinping said the move provides ‘new impetus’ for shared development in a world defined by ‘changes and turbulence’.
By 1 month ago
Beijing opens door to Africa with zero tariffs amidst global turmoil
Kenya pushes China to seal key pact ahead of new financial year
  Kenya is pressing its largest bilateral creditor, China, to finalise a crucial financial cooperation agreement by the end of this month, which marks the start of a new financial year.  
By 1 month ago
Kenya pushes China to seal key pact ahead of new financial year
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Kenya steps up China charm offensive amid US trade scrutiny
It saw Kenya and China elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership and sign 22 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) spanning infrastructure, trade, health, and security.
By 1 month ago
Kenya steps up China charm offensive amid US trade scrutiny
African payments system taps more States to grow trade, cut forex woes
For companies like Kenya Airways (KQ), the system offers a potential lifeline against persistent issues of blocked funds.
By 1 month ago
African payments system taps more States to grow trade, cut forex woes
Mudavadi meets China's Wang Yi to formalise bilateral deals
Mudavadi’s visit follows President William Ruto's state visit to China in April, where he and Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined broad areas of cooperation.
By 1 month ago
Mudavadi meets China's Wang Yi to formalise bilateral deals
Kenyan firms urged to join Algeria Trade Fair
Kenyan businesses have been urged to participate in the upcoming Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algeria.
By 1 month ago
Kenyan firms urged to join Algeria Trade Fair
State's double-speak as it blocks licence for top EU tour operator
Europe’s largest tour operator, TUI, has suspended its planned expansion in Kenya, including the development of new hotels, after being denied a crucial charter licence.  
By 1 month ago
State's double-speak as it blocks licence for top EU tour operator
Firms feel heat of cost of living crisis as Kenyans cut spending
The Stanbic PMI for May fell below the 50.0 mark for the first time since September last year, signalling a deteriorating economic health.
By 1 month ago
Firms feel heat of cost of living crisis as Kenyans cut spending
Over 700 firms seek CBK licence amid crackdown on predatory digital lenders
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) revealed the overwhelming interest as it announced the licensing of an additional 41 firms, bringing the total number of regulated lenders to 126.
By 1 month ago
Over 700 firms seek CBK licence amid crackdown on predatory digital lenders
CMA to shake up boards, C-suites of blue-chip firms with new rules
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is set to crack down on errant listed firms with the new, stringent corporate governance regulations that are poised to become law.
By 1 month ago
CMA to shake up boards, C-suites of blue-chip firms with new rules
Kenya joins China-backed UN-style mediation body
The body is heralded as the world's fastest intergovernmental organisation dedicated to mediation, designed to address state-to-state disputes.
By 2 months ago
Kenya joins China-backed UN-style mediation body
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Ruto's economy: World Bank flags missing Gen Z jobs, rising poverty
The World Bank has delivered a mixed economic scorecard on President William Ruto's administration.
By 2 months ago
Ruto's economy: World Bank flags missing Gen Z jobs, rising poverty
International mediation body offers 'faster, cheaper' path to justice
Ding said mediation offers a “win-win”solution compared to adversarial litigation or arbitration, which can strain diplomatic relations and drag on for years.
By 2 months ago
International mediation body offers 'faster, cheaper' path to justice
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How Africa is fighting global protectionism through AfCFTA
With global protectionism surging, Kenya and other African countries are increasingly looking towards intra-continental trade as a bulwark against this tide.
By 2 months ago
How Africa is fighting global protectionism through AfCFTA
Where to watch African Nations Championship
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