Month: March 2021

168 Articles
The Machakos Country Bus Terminal in Nairobi. A multi-storey parking lot is to be constructed at the iconic location.
ECONOMY

NMS to Demolish Machakos Country Bus Station for Multi-Storey Parking Lot

Located close to the Central Business District (CBD), the terminus is currently a hub for upcountry-bound matatus among other vehicles. It has, however,...

Sanlam Kenya Group CEO Patrick Tumbo at a past briefing. The firm closed the 2020 full financial year on a Ksh78 million after-tax loss representing a decline from the prior-year after-tax profit of Ksh114 million.
BUSINESSMARKETS

Sanlam Slips Into The Red With Ksh78M After-Tax Loss

With increased claims and lower investment returns, Sanlam closed the year on a Ksh78 million after-tax loss representing a drop from the prior-year...

Sidian Bank financial results 2020
ECONOMYMARKETS

Sidian Bank Records Tiny But Crucial Profit In a Tight Year

Financial Results: Sidian Bank, the mid-tier bank focusing on SMEs, has recorded a profit before tax of Ksh72 million for the year ended...

Alex Olum - d.light Managing Director for Kenya PayGo solar home systems
BUSINESS

d.light Slashes Prices of Solar Home Systems

Easter Deals: Solar company d.light Kenya has announced price reductions for its products to cushion clients from adverse economic challenges brought by the...

forex for beginners
MARKETS

How To Trade Forex For Beginners?

Forex For Beginners: Want to know how to trade forex? This forex guide offers basic aspects to better understand what the largest financial...

The late Lorna Irungu. A foundation has been set up in her name by her family after she succumbed to Covid-19.
FEATURED STORY

Lorna Irungu’s Family Sets Up Foundation to Honor Her Legacy

The family urged Kenyans to adhere to Covid-19 control measures such as hand-washing, mask-wearing and social distancing, highlighting the fact that Lorna was...

build or buy a house
REAL ESTATE

3 Reasons Why It’s Cheaper To Buy Land And Build

Build or Buy? Many people dream about owning homes. Some think about owning homes, but they all grapple with whether to buy land...

Technicians work on a train on the Nairobi-Nanyuki line. Passenger trains from Nakuru-Kisumu are set to begin operations later this year.
ECONOMYFEATURED STORY

Kisumu Passenger Train Set for Maiden Trip as Residents Await Benefits

Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) expects residents of Western Kenya to enjoy rides between Kisumu and Nakuru where they will be able to join...

NMG headquarters in Nairobi. The group has axed several workers in Uganda effective Wednesday, March 31, 2021
MEDIA

Nation Media Group Fires Staff in Uganda Over Digital Shift, Covid-19

The company operates leading media brands in the country - including NTV Uganda, The East African and the Daily Monitor. A letter from...

TECHNOLOGY

Safaricom Set to Launch 5G Network

According to Safaricom, it will be the first operator in East Africa to launch 5G services and will be showcasing the capabilities of...