Call to reform agriculture for increased output

Kenya must urgently step up investment in agricultural mechanisation, irrigation and skills to cut food imports and stabilise supply, policymakers and investors

By Sofia Ali 2 months ago

Business leaders renew pressure over pending bills

Business leaders are urging the government to clear pending bills promptly, citing negative impacts on cash flow, enterprise stability, and public procurement confidence.

By Sofia Ali 2 months ago

Rising middle class fuels new wave of lifestyle housing development

Kenya's expanding middle and upper-middle class is fueling increased demand for lifestyle housing developments around Nairobi.

By Sofia Ali 2 months ago

Kenya seeks to boost farm productivity gains amid rising pesticide concerns

Agricultural stakeholders are being urged to urgently coordinate efforts to boost farm productivity and strengthen the safe use of pesticides.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Africa urged to fund its own climate action as drought risks deepen

Africa has been urged to tap into domestic resources to finance climate action, instead of relying on external funding.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Government steps up push for local manufacturing

The government has intensified its push for local manufacturing, warning that Kenya's growing dependence on imported goods and the proliferation of counterfeit products.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Official: State-owned tourism facilities key to sector growth

Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) Director General Norah Ratemo said access to financing remains a major challenge for tourism operators.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Kenyan firm expands services to Gulf region

Kenyan digital services firms are increasingly placing international expansion at the centre of their growth strategies

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

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Low financial literacy holding back more funding to farmers, says top bank official

Many farmers remain ineligible for financing due to a lack of consistent transactions through bank accounts, denying lenders the financial data needed to assess creditworthiness.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Intra-African trade hits Sh28.8tr, but AfCFTA rollout lags

Africa has been urged to speed up implementation of the AfCFTA as trade within the continent hits a record high.

By Sofia Ali 3 months ago

Engineers told to uphold integrity amid graft concerns

Dr David Oginde cautioned engineers against becoming conduits of corruption.

By Sofia Ali 4 months ago

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A Christmas on budget as Kenyans cut back on festive spending

This year, traders say foot traffic is lower and spending weaker, reflecting mounting economic pressure on households.

By Sofia Ali 4 months ago

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Kenya and Sweden agree new pact to reduce Sh72b food losses

State to leverage Swedish bioeconomy expertise as part of initiative aimed at improving food utilisation, boosting farmer incomes.

By Sofia Ali 4 months ago

New plan to cut Sh72b food losses

Kenya is turning to Sweden's agricultural and bioeconomy expertise in a bold plan to curb Kenya's Sh72 billion losses from post-harvest waste.

By Sofia Ali 4 months ago

Hydrogen tech to help curb Kenya's power crisis

Kenya's electricity reliability crisis is attracting new foreign interest in clean energy, positioning hydrogen technology as one of the latest frontiers in the country's quest to curb blackouts.

By Sofia Ali 4 months ago

Mbadi seeks backing for State's privatisation agenda

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says Kenya must urgently shift towards private capital as traditional international funding for infrastructure continues to decline.

By Sofia Ali 5 months ago

Experts: AI, entrepreneurship skills key to engineering's future

Aspiring engineers have been encouraged to embrace innovation, entrepreneurship, and AI as key drivers of future infrastructure development and economic transformation.

By Sofia Ali 5 months ago

Paramount Bank rights issue nets Sh332m, beating Sh3b CBK deadline

The bank joins a small group of lenders that have met the revised regulatory threshold meant to strengthen Kenya's banking sector.

By Sofia Ali 5 months ago

Regional states advance plan for unified shipping line

The states are reviewing draft feasibility reports on setting up the shipping line alongside a regional maritime cargo protocol aimed at strengthening Africa's control over its maritime trade.

By Sofia Ali 5 months ago

Construction industry in Kenya bounces back, driven by new innovations

Kenya's construction sector is showing signs of recovery as investors, developers, and government agencies focus on innovation and sustainability.

By Sofia Ali 5 months ago

Local finance sector faces skills and technology gaps

Kenya's finance and accounting sector is grappling with deep-seated challenges, including skills shortages, slow technology adoption and weak governance.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

Counterfeiting costs Kenya nearly 9 per cent of GDP, new data shows

Kenya is losing more than Sh800 billion every year to counterfeiting and intellectual property (IP) violations, this is according to new estimates by the Anti-Counterfeit Authority.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

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Inside government's direct tech-driven VAT refunds plan

Kenyans are set to start receiving Value Added Tax (VAT) refunds directly as the government plans to make deductions at the retail level.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

Kenya urged to scale up sustainability efforts as climate threats intensify

According to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), more than 80 per cent of Kenya's electricity is generated from renewable sources such as geothermal and wind power.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

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Kenya, China eye Sh272m agribusiness deals at Nairobi forum

Kenya is seeking to diversify its agricultural exports to China in an effort to narrow the growing trade imbalance between the two nations.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

Meru, Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties sign deal on joint waste management

The three counties have agreed to jointly develop a modern waste management system that will not only keep towns clean but also turn waste into useful products like fertilizer and energy.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

World's oldest motorcycle maker eyes piece of Kenya's adventure riding

Royal Enfield-the oldest motorcycle manufacturer in the world-has announced its entry into Kenya, positioning the country as its gateway into the African continent.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

Businesses urged to patch software vulnerabilities

Safaricom has called on enterprises to urgently strengthen their cybersecurity platforms, warning that vulnerabilities are leaving many firms exposed to costly and disruptive attacks.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

Safaricom banks on innovation as it launches 2025 sustainability report

Safaricom has reaffirmed its dedication to inclusive growth, innovation, and sustainability with the release of its 14th Sustainable Business Report.

By Sofia Ali 6 months ago

itel banks on AI-powered tech to increase market presence

Chinese firm itel Mobile has unveiled its latest device, the itel SUPER 26 Ultra series, in the Kenyan market.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Icpak heads to EACC over treatment of whistle blower auditor

The move underscores the Institute's push for transparency, institutional reforms, and the protection of professionals who serve the public interest.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Adopting tech for tourism

Even though the tourism industry has made major strides in recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, the sector is still struggling with digital transformation.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Kenya to host continental EV mobility forum

Organizers say the Expo aims to accelerate Africa's transition to sustainable transportation and will feature exhibitors, policy forums, and trade facilitation programs.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

New fintech partnership to cut costs, simplify payments for Kenyan SMEs

Tende Pay is already gaining traction among contractors, schools, hospitals, logistics firms, and SMEs in the matatu sector.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

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State tightens grip on saccos as sector's asset base hits Sh1 trillion

Small-sized Saccos with deposits of below Sh100 million will be required to merge with larger ones as the government tightens its grip on the sector.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

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M-Pesa set for major system upgrade to enhance capacity

Safaricom has announced a major upgrade of its M-Pesa platform, unveiling Fintech 2.0, a next-generation core system.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Calls for mentorship to beat youth unemployment

Stakeholders have underscored the need for mentorship programmes as a sustainable way to tackle youth unemployment in Kenya, citing the gap between academic training and workplace readiness.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Africa launches first AI data centre

Africa has unveiled its first AI data centre in Uganda, a project hailed as a turning point that will shift African data from foreign servers back to the continent.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Stakeholders call for mentorship programmes to combat youth unemployment

The call was reinforced during the launch of the inaugural cohort of the MD Mentorship Program, spearheaded by Treasure Communications in partnership with Generation Kenya.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago

Kenya launches bid for re-election to global maritime body

Their endorsements signal growing recognition of Kenya's leadership role in championing regional maritime interests and advancing global shipping standards.

By Sofia Ali 7 months ago