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Kenya’s Commodity Trading Sector
MARKETS

How Kenya’s Commodity Trading Sector is Poised for Sustainable Growth and Economic Impact

Kenya’s commodity trading market has gained steady momentum in recent years, emerging as a key player in Africa’s economic transformation.

Mash Poa
NEWS

Senator Orwoba Demands Probe into Alleged Drugging and Robbery on Mash Poa Bus

Senator Gloria Orwoba is pressing for an urgent investigation after Adelle Omondi, a Nairobi woman, alleged she was drugged and robbed while travelling...

Two Killed in Tragic Electrocution at Easter Disco in Oyugis
NEWS

Two Killed in Tragic Electrocution at Easter Disco in Oyugis

A festive Easter disco in Oyugis, Homa Bay County, ended in tragedy on Friday night when two revellers were electrocuted, police have confirmed....

Open University of Kenya Appoints Professor Elijah Omwenga as Vice-Chancellor
NEWS

Open University of Kenya Appoints Professor Elijah Omwenga as Vice-Chancellor

The Open University of Kenya (OUK) has named Professor Elijah Omwenga as its new Vice-Chancellor, marking a significant leadership transition for the institution...

NTSA New Rules for Boda Bodas
NEWS

NTSA New Rules for Boda Bodas

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has introduced sweeping reforms to regulate the boda boda industry, slashing motorcycle licensing fees by over...

Kenya Space Agency Says Another Debris Is Coming
NEWS

Kenya Space Agency Says Another Debris Is Coming

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has issued a warning about the potential re-entry of space debris over south-eastern Kenya, urging residents to remain...

President William Ruto with Chinese President Xi Jinping
NEWS

List of Goodies Kenya Could Get During Ruto’s 5-day Visit to China

President William Ruto is set for a five-day state visit to China from April 22 to 26, 2025, barely a year after he...

From Deputy Governor to Firewood Vendor: The Story of Caleb Amaswache
PEOPLE

From Deputy Governor to Firewood Vendor: The Story of Caleb Amaswache

In a striking turn of supposedly daily doings, Caleb Amaswache, once the Deputy Governor of Vihiga County in Western, has been spotted selling...

ABSA BANk IFC Recognition
BUSINESS

Women: Absa Bank Gets Special IFC Recognition

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has made progress in enhancing the representation of women-owned businesses within its supply chain, increasing their share from 6%...

Standard Group license row
MEDIANEWS

Lifeline for Standard Group TV and Radio Licences

Communications Authority of Kenya’s decision to revoke several broadcast licenses held by the Standard Group has been halted by a tribunal.

Ruto state visit to china
NEWS

Kenyan President William Ruto State Visit to China

Kenyan President William Ruto will pay a state visit to China from 22nd to 26th April 2025 at the invitation of Chinese President...

TUK: Technical University Declared Insolvent Amid Ksh12 Billion Debt Crisis
FEATURED STORYNEWS

TUK: Technical University Declared Insolvent Amid Ksh12 Billion Debt Crisis

The Parliament has declared the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) insolvent, citing an overwhelming debt of Ksh12 billion that has crippled the institution’s...

SBM Bank Kenya CEO Bhartesh Shah
BUSINESS

Bhartesh Shah: The New CEO Steering SBM Bank Back to Profitability

SBM Bank Kenya Limited posted a Ksh12.4 million after tax profit for the first quarter of 2025, a significant turnaround from a loss...

cable transport system
NEWSTECHNOLOGY

Tanzania to Introduce Cable Transport to Spur Tourism

Tanzanian authorities have confirmed that they are preparing to introduce regulations for operating cable transport, also known as cable car systems, to boost...

JAMES MWANGI - FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON AWARD-3
BUSINESSPERSON OF INTEREST

Equity CEO James Mwangi Conferred World’s Oldest Civic Honours

Dr James Mwangi, Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings, has been conferred the Freedom of the City of London, one of...