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    The CBK. It has approved the mergers of several banks with the top three jostling for the top spot in Kenya. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Banks Gambling With Billions of Depositors Money

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019
    Swissport wins AVIATION BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Swissport Emerges Top in Aviation Excellence Awards

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019

    Credit Bank Enhances Focus on Women-led Businesses

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019

    Safety Incidents Crash Silverstone Air

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019
    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) International Arrivals terminal. The airport is second-fastest growing airport in the world. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    JKIA 2nd Fastest-Growing Cargo Airport in the World

    November 19, 2019November 18, 2019
    President Uhuru Kenyatta with Swiss President Alain Berset. The two signed an agreement in July last year for the repatriation of stolen wealth from Switzerland to Kenya. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Questionably Wealthy Kenyans Hiding Ksh6 Trillion Abroad

    November 15, 2019November 15, 2019

    Fantasy: 7 Sayings that Show Uhuru is Out of Touch With Kenyans

    November 15, 2019November 15, 2019
    KPA MD Daniel Manduku www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya’s Hottest Job: The Startling Tale of Four CEOs

    November 14, 2019November 14, 2019

    Why Everyone is Disowning Paul Manyasi aka Cedric Shivonje

    November 14, 2019November 14, 2019
    Sam Vidambu got himself addicted to masturbation without knowing. He has helped many quit masturbating. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenyan CEO Who Was Addicted to Masturbation

    November 13, 2019November 13, 2019

    Critical Issues that the Next Constitution Must Address

    November 12, 2019November 12, 2019
    Trade CS Peter Munya with the the Kenya Investment Authority Board Chair Dennis Waweru during the launch of the policy. The government is planning a new method to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) into Kenya. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya to Import Billionaires in Lucrative Citizenship Deal

    November 12, 2019November 12, 2019
    The Treasury. There are several scandals that have rocked Kenya from Jomo Kenyatta to his son Uhuru’s governments. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Scandals that Bred Kenya’s Inability to Fight Public Resources Theft

    November 9, 2019November 8, 2019
    Uhuru signs into law interest capping www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Uhuru Throws Kenyans in the Sea of Banking Sharks

    November 7, 2019November 7, 2019
    The SGR Protest in Mombasa. The CBK has indicted the government for its stand saying that the multibillion developments are not impacting the common man the way they should. [Photo/Mohammed Ali]

    Kenyans Can’t Eat a Dying Economy, GDP and the SGR Mess

    November 7, 2019November 7, 2019

    Senators Cave to Govt Pressure, Raise Debt Ceiling to Sh9 Trillion

    November 6, 2019November 6, 2019
    Betty Kyalo. She narrowly escaped death and survived 7 surgeries after the freaky accident. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Beneath the Beauty Lie Traumatic Scars for Betty Kyalo

    November 6, 2019November 6, 2019

    Census Results Put Tyranny of Numbers Upside Down

    November 5, 2019November 5, 2019
    Peter Ndegwa profile New Safaricom CEO www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Safaricom New CEO Peter Ndegwa’s Enviable Career, Successes

    October 24, 2019October 24, 2019
    Former president, Daniel Arap Moi, waves to the crowd during a past Moi day celebration. The holiday had been scrapped off but was reinstated last year. www.businesstoday.co,ke

    Kenyan Hero: The Lawyer Who Brought Back Moi Day

    October 9, 2019October 9, 2019
    (L-R) KCB Group Head of Corporate and Regulatory Affairs – Judith Sidi Odhiambo, KCB Group Chief Operating Officer – Samuel Makome, and KCB Group Head of Investor Relations – David Kitheka during the launch of the UNEP FI Principles for Responsible Banking at the UN Headquarters in New York. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    KCB Among Global Banks Holding World’s Trillions in Assets

    September 23, 2019September 23, 2019
    Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen's yacht which is being sold for Ksh34 billion. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    What Sh34 Billion Can Buy You From Microsoft’s Dead Co-Founder

    September 10, 2019September 10, 2019
    HP CEO Dion Weisler (left) steps down due to family health matter. The board appointed Enrique Lores as the new HP CEO www.businesstoday.co.ke

    HP Appoints New CEO After Incumbent Steps Down

    August 23, 2019August 26, 2019
    Ramadhan Christmas Kenya

    Ramadhan: Fasting month will coincide with Christmas in the 2030s

    May 11, 2019May 10, 2019

    Word of the Day: Peppercorn value

    April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

    Liquidity

    February 25, 2019February 25, 2019

    Insider trading

    February 18, 2019February 18, 2019
  • MONEY & MARKETS
    • Stock market
    • Real Estate
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    Banda Homes Oak park estate www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Off-plan Buying the Better Option With Right Timing

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019
    A mobile phone user. Kenyans are choosing mobile phone operators based on Internet Costs, Speeds as they seek value for money. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Internet Costs, Speeds Dictate Mobile Phone Companies Kenyans Prefer

    November 18, 2019November 15, 2019
    Rental houses in Runda www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Property or Pension? Picking the Best Retirement Plan

    November 17, 2019November 15, 2019
    cytonn investment options www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Cytonn Money Market Fund Goes Mobile

    November 15, 2019November 15, 2019
    The Amara Ridge Cytonn Project www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Real Estate Developer Delivers Homes With Unique Lifestyles

    November 11, 2019November 12, 2019
    TrNairobi Securities Exchange performance www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Uhuru Recommendation Sees Investors Jostle for Banking Sector Stock

    November 4, 2019November 4, 2019

    Repealing Interest Rate Caps to Stop Real Estate Slowdown

    November 1, 2019November 1, 2019
    Kenyan Billionaires have increased as majority of Kenyans descend into poverty. More than Sh5 trillion is hidden abroad by the so called wealthy Kenyans. [Photo/ Eve D'Souza]

    Kenya’s Most Affordable Mobile Loan Lenders

    October 31, 2019October 31, 2019
    Cytonn Alma project in Ruaka www.businesstoday.co.ke

    In These Towns, Rent Favours Both Tenants and Landlords

    October 28, 2019October 28, 2019
    Peter Ndegwa. He is the new Safaricom CEO having been appointed by the company's board. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Safaricom’s New Sheriff Sends Stock Through the Roof

    October 25, 2019October 26, 2019
    ARM Cement receives another extension on the suspension of trading of its shares, constituting the longest extension yeat and placing doubts on its recovery plan. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    ARM Cement Recovery Questionable Over Lengthy Suspension

    September 27, 2019September 27, 2019
    A Safaricom retail shop. Safaricom has joined the push to scale up private sector investment for sustainable development. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Safaricom Excites Stock Market as NSE Turnover Jumps to Sh1.2 Billion

    September 26, 2019September 26, 2019
  • MOVERS & SHAKERS
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    Kenya census results www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Congratulations, We Have Been Counted. Now What?

    November 19, 2019November 19, 2019
    Casual Friday dress in Kenya www.businesstoday.co.ke

    How to Use Dress Code to Boost Employee Output

    November 12, 2019November 12, 2019
    MMC Asafo Team Leader Edward Muriu (left), MMC Asafo Managing Partner Esther Omulele and Asafo & Co. Founding Partner Pascal Agboyibor during the launch of MMC Asafo. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenyan Law Firm Signs Partnership with Africa’s International Firm

    November 11, 2019November 11, 2019
    youth unemployment in Kenya www.businesstoday.co.ke

    From Youth Bulge to Youth Bomb: Why Employment Remains Elusive for Graduates

    November 5, 2019November 5, 2019
    Ineos challenge and management www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Three Professors Take on the Ineos Challenge

    October 29, 2019October 29, 2019
    small business loans in Kenya - KYEOP opportunities www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya Govt Project Where Youth are Trained For Free and Paid

    October 26, 2019October 26, 2019
    Peter Ndegwa New Safaricom CEO Profile www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Peter Ndegwa: Safaricom CEO’s Peculiar Shift From High to Hello!

    October 24, 2019October 25, 2019
    Mistakes to avoid when starting a business. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    5 Things to Avoid When Starting a New Business

    October 23, 2019October 23, 2019
    Kenya Revenue Authority Recruitment Manager Ruth Nyamoko, BrighterMonday Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Mutuma and Head of Talent Engagement, EABL Nicholas Kasidhi during the unveil of the best 100 companies to work for in Kenya report by BrighterMonday. Out of the companies surveyed, KRA was position 5 while EABL came second. Mobile telecom company Safaricom emerged as the best company to work for as well as the most ‘desired’, and ‘respected’ brand. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya’s Happiest Workers, Those Stuck in Bad Jobs Revealed

    October 23, 2019October 22, 2019
    Bizna Founder and CEO Tonnie Mello. He started Bizna Kenya as an online platform to help, promote and support small businesses. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    The Man Whose Business is Uplifting Other People’s Businesses

    October 18, 2019October 18, 2019
    Chickens on free range. Rearing chickens is a good business idea for some quick cash over Christmas. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    7 Christmas Business Ideas You Can Start Planning For Now

    October 7, 2019October 7, 2019
    Equity Bank new look celebrating 35 years www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Equity Targets More With ‘All Under One Roof’ Strategy

    October 3, 2019October 3, 2019
    Students graduate at the University of Nairobi (UoN) during a past ceremony www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Highly Marketable Degrees in Kenya

    September 29, 2019September 29, 2019
    anlam Kenya Chief Financial Officer Kevin Mworia with Sanlam Life CEO Stella Njunge and Sanlam Kenya Group CEO Patrick Tumbo. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Despite profitability, layoffs loom at Sanlam Kenya

    September 26, 2019September 26, 2019
    Students in a graduation ceremony www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Why Your Undergraduate Degree Still Matters

    September 26, 2019September 25, 2019
    Former Kenya Pipeline Managing Director Joe Sang. The Board is yet to find a suitable replacement. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenyans Not Interested in Kenya Pipeline’s Top Job?

    September 23, 2019September 23, 2019
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    Data Protection Laws and Huduma Number www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Data Protection and the Quest for Privacy

    October 23, 2019October 29, 2019
    Satelite TV is slowly getting cheaper after entry of competition into the market. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Why Pay TV is Getting Cheaper in Kenya

    September 6, 2019September 6, 2019
    At the moment, insurance firms are yet to go mobile, with only few companies having mobile driven products but still mainly sourced through agents, brokers, or directly by insurance companies www.businesstoday.co.ke

    It is High Time Insurance Firms Embraced Technology

    September 4, 2019September 4, 2019
    Youth involved in tomato farming. Youth inclusion, engagement, and most importantly, retention in the agriculture sector are hot topics www.businesstoday.co.ke

    How to Engage, Retain Youth in Agriculture

    August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

    Time Raila stopped being a political enigma

    December 11, 2017December 11, 2017

    Slowly but surely, Kenyan media has lost its soul

    November 1, 2017November 1, 2017

    Secession debate should not divide Kenyans

    August 23, 2017August 23, 2017
  • LIFE
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    Traffic offences and their fines in Kenya www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Police Officer Who Squeezed Out a Bribe Using the Bible

    November 16, 2019November 16, 2019
    Godfather of Harlem poster. It is arguably the most followed series since it's premiere in September. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Five TV Series to Get You Thinking Big

    November 16, 2019November 18, 2019
    Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, Wu Peng, when he toured the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital. The hospital’s success is pegged on its ability to repay the Chinese loan used for its construction and equipping. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    China’s Iron Grip on Sh10bn KU Referral Hospital

    November 14, 2019November 13, 2019
    Diana van Maasdijk (Equileap CEO), Rachel Shebesh (Public Service CAS), Andia Chakava (Chairperson New Faces New Voices Kenya), Isis Nyong'o Madison (Media and technology entrepreneur) and Geoffrey Odundo (NSE Chief Executive Officer) during the launch of the Gender Equality Report. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya’s Tall, Dark and Handsome Employers

    November 13, 2019November 13, 2019
    Sam Vidambu quit a well-paying job to start Ambigen Group limited. The company majors in social entrepreneurship. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Man Who Quit Well-Paying Job Gives Hope to the Young Generation

    November 8, 2019November 12, 2019
    Kenya Film Commission CEO Timothy Owase (left) with StarTimes Kenya CEO Andy Wang. Kenyans now have to download the StarTimes app before voting for the Kalasha awards. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Did StarTimes Take Over the Kalasha Awards?

    November 5, 2019November 5, 2019
    Some dry-fry cayenne and red onion nyama choma from Kaluhi’s Kitchen. Kenyans are increasing their demand for good quality meat. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenya’s Meat Market Demands Dictating What Butcheries Offer

    November 5, 2019November 4, 2019
    Creative Garage CEO Liz Kilili and collegue during the launch of Kalabars www.businesstoday.co.ke

    New Channel Gives Viusasa a Run for Its Money

    November 4, 2019November 4, 2019
    hussein mohammed headed to where www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Powerful Life Lessons From Hussein Mohammed

    October 31, 2019November 1, 2019
    Hussein Mohammed leaves Citizen TV

    Major Headache for Citizen TV over Hussein Mohammed Exit

    October 30, 2019November 1, 2019
    The union of civil servants want out of the NHIF deal as they have not benefited from it. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    How NHIF Empties Civil Servants’ Pockets Whilst Providing Poor Services

    October 18, 2019October 18, 2019
    Kenya will become the 16th African nation to roll out a free cervical cancer vaccine for 10-year-old schoolgirls. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Kenyan Schoolgirls to Benefit From Free Cervical Cancer Vaccine

    October 17, 2019October 17, 2019
    The former president was discharged from Nairobi after receiving treatment for two weeks. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    The Only Woman Who Defied Moi

    October 10, 2019October 10, 2019
    John Wroe Winner Cars Division at the CBA CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE poses with the number one trophy and his car at the CBA CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE held at the Ngong racecourse. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    A 1930 Ford Model Wins CBA’s Classic Cars Competition

    September 30, 2019September 30, 2019
    how to stay safe in nairobi www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Simple Regular Routines to Save You From Jail if Arrested

    September 20, 2019September 20, 2019

    The menace of making a reverse call back in the day

    June 19, 2019June 19, 2019

    20 New Life and Business Lessons From Chris Kirubi

    May 25, 2019August 10, 2019

    10 types of handshakes and what they mean

    March 7, 2019

    February and its 28 days: The story behind shortest month of the year

    February 28, 2019March 7, 2019

    Common legal challenges startups face and how to manage them

    August 30, 2018August 31, 2018
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    Patrick Quarcoo Radio Africa Group www.businessstoday.co.ke

    More Media Job Losses as Radio Africa Moves to Trim its Payroll

    November 18, 2019November 19, 2019 0 Shares
    Radio African Group CEO Patrick Quarcoo announced the company was finding it hard to meet its financial obligations with shrinking revenues.

    After Receiving Millions, the Hard Part Begins For Sacked Mediamax Employees

    November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 0 Shares
    After waiting for two weeks, sacked Mediamax Network Ltd employees finally had a reason to smile when they started receiving their dues last week. The delay had started causing anxiety...

    StarTimes Enhanced Offer Likely to Spark a Price War

    November 16, 2019November 15, 2019 0 Shares
    Subscribers will get automatic upgrades to higher bouquets at a lower cost for the first two weeks upon renewal.

    Former NMG Journalist Lands Another Government Job

    November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 0 Shares
    Godffrey Olali www.businesstoday.co.ke
     Godffrey Olali worked at GDC for 10 years after leaving NMG in 2009 where he was a reporter for Taifa Leo/Taifa Jumapili and Daily Nation.

    Broke and Jobless: No Pay For Sacked Mediamax Employees

    November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 0 Shares
    KENYA-MONEY-NEW-CURRNECY www.businesstoday.co.ke
     This is an indication that Mediamax was not prepared for the retrenchment and casts the spotlight on acting CEO Ken Ngaruiya.

    KBC Board in Frantic Talks to Avert Looming Strike

    by Samuel GitongaMEDIANovember 12, 2019November 12, 2019

    Broadcaster is a perennial loss maker. Attempts to return it to profitability have plunged corporation deeper in the red

    There has been tension between the two camps, with the newcomers seen as the elevated ‘dream team’.

    Fallout at Citizen TV that Pushed Out Hussein Mohammed

    by BT ReporterMEDIANovember 8, 2019November 8, 2019

    Hidden behind the smiling faces were boiling emotions built over months to force out one of Kenya’s most respected TV anchors.

    Qwetu Radio’s New Owners Launch a Music-Only Radio Station

    by Kevin NamunwaMEDIANovember 6, 2019November 6, 2019

    TRACE, the global urban music television, and entertainment network have…

    Replacing Hussein Mohamed with Waihiga Mwaura was a No Brainer

    by Samuel GitongaMEDIANovember 5, 2019November 5, 2019

    He is not a like for like replacement but his record makes him a proper replacement

    Creative Garage CEO Liz Kilili and collegue during the launch of Kalabars www.businesstoday.co.ke

    New Channel Gives Viusasa a Run for Its Money

    by BT CorrespondentEntertainmentMEDIANovember 4, 2019November 4, 2019

    Kalabars has enhanced its entertainment offering by adding audio content, while most players focus on only video.

    (L-R) Belinda Obura, Mike Njenga and Tom Mboya during the promotional campaign by Citizen when it relaunched. Belinda and Tom were later hired and fired after a short stint at K24. www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Media Stars Fired by K24 in Less than 5 Years

    by Hakeenah N. NjengaMEDIANovember 3, 2019November 2, 2019

    As it is, the mass firing at K24 in such quick succession means that anyone looking to work there should have a contingency plan if they are to have a fall back on plan.

    Moses Kanyira Kameme FM www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Popular Radio Presenter Gets New Job Hours After Being Sacked

    by BT CorrespondentMEDIANovember 2, 2019November 4, 2019

    That’s just how swift his gears shifted when he learnt that he was among the 160 employees Mediamax Network Ltd was laying off.

    The sassy Weekend with Betty presenter Betty Kyalo. Was the latest mass firing at Mediamax a jolt for her to start thinking of her exit strategy? www.businesstoday.co.ke

    How ‘Miracle Betty’ Survived Media House Massacre

    by BT CorrespondentMEDIANovember 1, 2019November 1, 2019

    The question that remains now is how comfortable she will be at DSM place having seen many of her colleagues shown the door.

    hussein mohammed headed to where www.businesstoday.co.ke

    Powerful Life Lessons From Hussein Mohammed

    by BT ReporterMEDIAPeopleOctober 31, 2019November 1, 2019

    He was feted by his colleagues and boys live on TV and even honoured with a cake branded in the name of the show he hosted, Newsnight

    DP Ruto’s Media Business Facing Financial Problems

    by Samuel GitongaMEDIAOctober 31, 2019October 31, 2019

    Ruthless retrenchment aimed at cutting costs as the media house struggles to advertise revenue.

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