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Jica-backed training drive aims to improve SME operations

Kenya Institute of Business Training and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have partnered to improve the efficiency and sustainability of Kenyan MSMEs through training.

Jica-backed training drive aims to improve SME operations

TVETs to get Sh49 million funding for tech training

TVETs to get Sh49 million funding for tech training

Firms seek solutions in renewable energy to curb high cost of power

Firms seek solutions in renewable energy to curb high cost of power

Enact policies to regulate contract farming, urge sector players

Enact policies to regulate contract farming, urge sector players

City youth take part in entrepreneurship initiative to raise financial literacy

Hundreds of youths in Nairobi County can now invest and make sound business decisions after undergoing a financial literacy course designed to foster entrepreneurship.

City youth take part in entrepreneurship initiative to raise financial literacy

Solar conference to boost Kenya as renewable energy hub

The Powerelec Kenya 2024 conference will focus on solar energy, renewable solutions, and grid flexibility and will feature an exhibition of cutting-edge technologies.

Solar conference to boost Kenya as renewable energy hub

State reviews laws to improve business operating environment

The Bills are designed to enhance the performance of the State Department for Industry through a series of key reform proposals.

State reviews laws to improve business operating environment

Calls for reforms in Kenya's insurance and pensions sector

Financial services firm Zamara has called for urgent reforms, particularly in insurance costs and retirement regulations.

Calls for reforms in Kenya's insurance and pensions sector

Germany's Bavaria State opens Nairobi office to foster trade ties

The Bavarian State government has inaugurated a representative office in Nairobi, Kenya, with the goal of strengthening economic relations between Bavaria and Africa.

Germany's Bavaria State opens Nairobi office to foster trade ties

Kenya's grey list status a threat to economy, job creation, say CEOs

Increased flow of illicit funds within the country’s financial system contributed to Kenya being put on the Financial Action Task Force grey list early this year.

Kenya's grey list status a threat to economy, job creation, say CEOs

Real estate stakeholders call for reforms to boost sector

Construction industry stakeholders are calling for policy reforms to address issues that are hindering the sector’s growth, including double taxation and the lack of a cohesive regulatory body.

Real estate stakeholders call for reforms to boost sector

Nairobi to host world trade chambers summit

Nairobi has been chosen as the host city for the World Chambers Federation Africa Summit 2025, marking a historic moment as Africa prepares to take the lead in global economic discussions.

Nairobi to host world trade chambers summit

Kenya, Ghana commit to improve trade relations

Floice Mukabana, CEO of Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency, said there is need for direct flights between Nairobi and Accra to further facilitate trade.

Kenya, Ghana commit to improve trade relations

State roots for maritime workers' rights, fair pay

The government has committed to safeguarding maritime workers’ rights, including fair wages.

By 2 months ago

State roots for maritime workers' rights, fair pay

NCBA splashes Sh6.5B to fortify its cybersecurity infrastructure

NCBA hosted its sacco banking division customers in a forum aimed at guiding them to strengthen their defences against the escalating wave of cyber-attacks.

By 2 months ago

NCBA splashes Sh6.5B to fortify its cybersecurity infrastructure

EU reassures Kenya on 'win-win' EPA trade deal after rollout

Kenya and European Union have renewed their commitment to the full implementation of the EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement

By 2 months ago

EU reassures Kenya on 'win-win' EPA trade deal after rollout

Kenya on the world map as female central bank governors rise

The number of women holding governor roles at central banks increased to 29 this year from 23 last year, according to a recent report.

By 2 months ago

Kenya on the world map as female central bank governors rise

Kenya, UK to build Sh1 billion macadamia factory in Lamu

Kenya and the UK plan to build a $10 million (Sh1.3 billion) macadamia processing factory in Lamu.

By 2 months ago

Kenya, UK to build Sh1 billion macadamia factory in Lamu

Quickmart celebrates 18 years of growth

Quickmart is planning regional expansion into neighbouring Uganda and eventually the Democratic Republic of Congo.

By 2 months ago

Quickmart celebrates 18 years of growth

Miano says KWS rangers deserve better working conditions

Tourism CS Rebecca Miano has underscored the importance of improving the working conditions and welfare of KWS personnel.

By 2 months ago

Miano says KWS rangers deserve better working conditions

High-level EU trade mission to visit Kenya next month

The mission is aimed at establishing the operational framework for the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) signed in 2023, which took effect in July.

By 3 months ago

High-level EU trade mission to visit Kenya next month

Stanbic Bank and Kisii County launch digital skills programme

Kisii County Government and Stanbic Bank Kenya have launched a digital skills programme aimed at empowering the region’s youth, women, and small businesses.

By 3 months ago

Stanbic Bank and Kisii County launch digital skills programme

First Assurance launches mental health insurance product for MSMEs

First Assurance Company, a member of the Absa Group, has unveiled an insurance product aimed at addressing the growing mental health crisis.

By 3 months ago

First Assurance launches mental health insurance product for MSMEs

Kenya, US negotiate new trade partnership as Agoa nears end

Agoa is set to expire in September 2025 with countries keen on new partnership.

By 3 months ago

Kenya, US negotiate new trade partnership as Agoa nears end

Loan defaults drop to 933,000 on new State regulations

Kenya’s credit market has seen negative credit listings drop from 2.2 million in 2019 to about 933,000 in 2023, a new study shows.

By 3 months ago

Loan defaults drop to 933,000 on new State regulations

Chinese firm signs deal with taxi associations to push electric mobility

Electric vehicle adoption in Kenya has been gradually increasing since 2018, with a significant surge in registrations from 2022 to 2023.

By 4 months ago

Chinese firm signs deal with taxi associations to push electric mobility

Study: Half of Kenyans have made purchases via social media platforms

Online commerce platforms have emerged as a transformative force - bridging the gap between enterprises and consumers.

By 4 months ago

Study: Half of Kenyans have made purchases via social media platforms

Alarm over economic setbacks amid anti-government protests

The chamber reported staggering losses, including Sh40 million in export revenue and a troubling 17 per cent decline in overall export activity.

By 4 months ago

Alarm over economic setbacks amid anti-government protests

Epra recovers 26,000 illegal cylinders

Over the past three years, the nationwide crackdown on illegal LPG refilling plants by the state agency has recovered 26,000 cylinders.

By 4 months ago

Epra recovers 26,000 illegal cylinders

Over 2,500 diaspora Kenyans expected to grace summit

The forum seeks to equip them with skills and facilitate access to cross-continental markets, affordable finance, and support, all while nurturing unicorn startups in Kenya.

By 4 months ago

Over 2,500 diaspora Kenyans expected to grace summit

EV firm opens city showroom

Electric mobility firm MojaEV Kenya, the exclusive distributor of Neta Electric Vehicles in Africa, has opened a flagship showroom in Nairobi.

By 4 months ago

EV firm opens city showroom

Kenya rallies against climate change mess

Recent floods left over 200 people dead, thousands displaced.

By 5 months ago

Kenya rallies against climate change mess

Envoy: Innovation is key route to up farm production

Iranian Ambassador to Kenya Ali Gholampour emphasised the pivotal role of innovation in bolstering farming practices and increasing harvest yields.

By 5 months ago

Envoy: Innovation is key route to up farm production

Tax push will erode financial inclusion, caution groups

Groups say Finance Bill, 2024 will hit vulnerable groups the hardest, especially people living with disabilities.

By 5 months ago

Tax push will erode financial inclusion, caution groups

Finance Bill 2024: Financial gurus diaspora leaders raise their concerns

Stakeholders and diaspora organisations have rallied together and urged the government to reconsider the proposed amendments outlined in the Finance Bill 2024.

By 5 months ago

Finance Bill 2024: Financial gurus diaspora leaders raise their concerns

African leaders call for climate equity and financial reforms

High financing interest rates, climate shocks, and constrained government revenues, cited as hindering growth.

By 5 months ago

African leaders call for climate equity and financial reforms

Captains of industry raise concerns over proposed tax hikes

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) called the tax proposals in the Finance Bill “unreasonable” and “overburdening” to the taxpayers.

By 5 months ago

Captains of industry raise concerns over proposed tax hikes

Trade deficit narrows as export earnings hit Sh1tr

Export earnings grew by 15.4 percent to reach Sh1 trillion in 2023.

By 6 months ago

Trade deficit narrows as export earnings hit Sh1tr

Kenya seeks to strengthen trade ties at China expo

The expo serves as a platform for industry leaders to drive innovation, forge partnerships, and expand international trade.

By 6 months ago

Kenya seeks to strengthen trade ties at China expo

Why AI could help bridge the gender gap

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) promises to reshape the world, but its impact on women’s employment in Kenya presents a complex challenge.

By 6 months ago

Why AI could help bridge the gender gap

Women in tech to receive Sh22 million as seed capital

Under the programme, each of the 16 women in tech will get $10,000 (Sh1.3 million) as seed capital.

By 7 months ago

Women in tech to receive Sh22 million as seed capital

City youth take part in entrepreneurship initiative to raise financial literacy

Hundreds of youths in Nairobi County can now invest and make sound business decisions after undergoing a financial literacy course designed to foster entrepreneurship.

City youth take part in entrepreneurship initiative to raise financial literacy

Solar conference to boost Kenya as renewable energy hub

The Powerelec Kenya 2024 conference will focus on solar energy, renewable solutions, and grid flexibility and will feature an exhibition of cutting-edge technologies.

Solar conference to boost Kenya as renewable energy hub

State reviews laws to improve business operating environment

The Bills are designed to enhance the performance of the State Department for Industry through a series of key reform proposals.

State reviews laws to improve business operating environment

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