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Z-Library and the Disruption of Traditional Book Markets
The market now faces a world where readers expect speed range and constant access. The old model cannot move with the same ease...
BT Reporter2 Mins read
Prof. Ayub Gitau: Soft-Spoken Lecturer Rises to Become UoN Vice Chancellor
The University of Nairobi Council has appointed Prof. Ayub Gitau as the 9th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi, ushering in a new...
BT Correspondent5 Mins read
Kenya’s Live Reptile Exports Surge Tenfold, Over 870,000 Sold in the Global Market
Kenya’s trade in captive-bred wildlife is rapidly expanding, with live CITES-listed reptile exports increasing more than tenfold over the past decade.
BILL YAURA2 Mins read
Every World Cup Puts a New Spin on the Soccer Ball. Why? And What’s New This Year?
On a soccer pitch at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, John Goff rummaged through a battered bag containing his ever-growing...
JUSTUS KIPRONO3 Mins read
Bankers Propose Popular Tax Measure that Will Increase Salaries
The banking industry has called on the government to consider a uniform 5% reduction in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) across all income...
KALU MENGO2 Mins read
Atrocities Committed by M23
Human Rights Watch has documented a wave of atrocities committed by M23 rebels and Rwandan military forces during their control of Uvira in...
JUSTUS KIPRONO2 Mins read
M-PESA Growth Fuelled By Tiny Free Transactions Amounting to Ksh17 Billion
In the 2025/2026 financial year, whose results were announced on 7th May, M-Pesa Kadogo facilitated 17.1 billion free transactions, accounting for 58% of...
BT Correspondent2 Mins read
French Business School Enters Executive Training Deals With Kenyan Firms
The ESSEC Business School and a number of local business and industry leaders have sealed an agreement to advance executive training and talent development....
BT Correspondent2 Mins read
Madaraka Day Preparations in Wajir 84% Complete
Preparations for this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County are now 84 per cent complete, with the government expressing confidence that all...
BT Reporter1 Mins read
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Co-op Bank Posts 21.3% Rise in Q1 Profit to Ksh8.41B
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has kicked off 2026 with strong financial results after reporting a major increase in profits for the first quarter,...
SABRINA BT2 Mins read
Veteran CEO’s Toolkit for Navigating Africa’s Enterprise Jungle
Veteran enterprise creator and SNDBX International CEO, Mr Joram Mwinamo, has launched The Enterprise Jungle: An Entrepreneur’s Navigation Toolkit.
KALU MENGO1 Mins read
Ithookwe Airstrip Upgrade Near Completion as Govt Eyes Regional Economic Boost
The reconstruction and modernisation of Ithookwe Airstrip in Kitui County is nearing completion, with the government positioning the facility as a key driver...
BT Reporter1 Mins read
Government Proposes Sh3,000 Monthly Stipend for Village Elders
The government has proposed introducing a monthly stipend of Sh3,000 for village elders across the country in a move aimed at formally recognising...
BT Reporter2 Mins read
Kenya Power Share Price to Remain Volatile as Firm Loses Monopoly Status
Kenya Power sector is undergoing one of its biggest structural reforms in decades after Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority(EPRA) gazetted the Energy (Electricity...
JACKSON OKOTH2 Mins read
PMI Kenya Targets Public Project Delivery Gaps in Upcoming Conference
The PMI Kenya Chapter is set to convene public sector leaders, development partners, and project management professionals for a major conference aimed at...
SABRINA BT2 Mins read
