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Dutch brewer Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs

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 2026-02-11 12:11:43
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 2026-02-11 07:19:00
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 2026-02-11 00:00:00
Cabinet endorses financial year 2026-27 budget totalling Sh4.7 trillion, allocating Sh495.7 billion in transfers to county governments.
By David Njaaga 2026-02-10 18:28:38
EU lawmakers backed plans Tuesday for a digital euro, a project that has split the bloc but has gained greater urgency as Europe seeks to bolster its financial sovereignty.
By AFP 2026-02-10 18:05:35
Kenya and Italy have taken a significant step toward deepening bilateral cooperation following the launch of the Med-Or Italian Foundation for Africa’s first overseas office in Nairobi.
By Juliet Omelo 2026-02-10 17:54:37
Cabinet approves payroll reforms following a special audit that uncovered widespread manipulation of 4.7 million records by 720 system editors within the Government Human Resource Information System.
By David Njaaga 2026-02-10 17:51:05
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority says Murang’a was the only county that had wholly embraced the system, which faced opposition from the Council of Governors.
By Antony Gitonga 2026-02-10 15:40:02
Tier one lender Co-operative Bank of Kenya has rolled out a new treasury management system aimed at improving operational efficiency and delivering faster services
By Brian Ngugi 2026-02-10 15:37:45
A potential strike by civil aviation workers threatens to disrupt operations at key airports such as JKIA next week, a move that could affect airlines and passengers.
By Graham Kajilwa 2026-02-10 06:00:00
Ratings agency Moody's has given a stable outlook for Kenya's three largest banks, reflecting their systemic importance and solid capital buffers. 
By Brian Ngugi 2026-02-10 06:00:00
President William Ruto urged diplomats and investors to back Kenya’s Sh5 trillion infrastructure fund to finance roads, energy, irrigation and schools without new taxes or debt.
By David Njaaga 2026-02-09 12:46:45