ECONOMY
Kenya is the biggest economy in East Africa and most watched in sub-Saharan Africa, being the regional business hub. BT brings you comprehensive coverage of the various economic sectors.
One Million Jobs For Youths Up For Grabs In New KEPSA Project
The program aims to support the growth of 200,000 small businesses while catalyzing the development of 10,000 start-ups through the creation of 47...
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![Strikes by Uber drivers have been a regular occurrence in Kenya over the past few years. Last week's strike included participation from drivers registered on other apps such as Bolt and Little, who also called for the companies to lower their commissions. [Photo/ TechCabal]](https://i0.wp.com/businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/uberchapchap.jpg?fit=680%2C383&ssl=1)
Uber Caves in After Drivers Strike, Cuts Its Commission
Drivers had decried the impact of the 25% commission on their earnings, in the context of the rising cost of living, with fuel...
MARTIN SIELE
Ruto’s Multi-Million Plan to Host Afcon in Kenya
To host Afcon 2027, Kenya will also need to plough millions into upgrading and possibly building new facilities including stadiums, training facilities, transport...
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![The locally assembled models included the Mercedes-Benz Actros 3340S and Mercedes Benz 2640LS with air suspension. [Photo/ DT Dobie Kenya]](https://i0.wp.com/businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/dtd.jpg?fit=680%2C510&ssl=1)
Assembled in Kenya Mercedes-Benz Trucks Roll off Production Line
DT Dobie Kenya Managing Director Chris Ndala stated that the assembly process in Kenya 'met and exceeded' standards set by Mercedes' parent firm...
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![President Ruto (r) noted that those accessing the hustler fund would not require security as they would be backed by their saccos. [Photo/ @WilliamsRuto]](https://i0.wp.com/businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/f.jpeg?fit=680%2C519&ssl=1)
Where You’ll Get Ruto’s Ksh50B Hustler Fund
The fund is supposed to offer affordable SME financing for Kenyans. Ruto stated that the business loans would be charged at a single...
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3 Uhuru Plans Ruto Has Reversed So Far
A month since he was sworn in as Kenya's fifth President, William Ruto has spent much of his time in office reversing policies...
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TV Stations Hit as Advertisers Take Cash Elsewhere
TV advertising in Kenya stood at $98 million in 2021, up from $93 million in 2020. Internet advertising revenue, on the other hand,...
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![Panadol, Augmentin and Sensodyne are among brands owned by GSK. [Photo/ Kasha]](https://i0.wp.com/businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Panadol-Extra_1-e1665645576490.png?fit=680%2C468&ssl=1)
GlaxoSmithKline Ditches Commercial Operations in Kenya
The company informed its staff members in Kenya that operations would be transferred to third-party distributors. GlaxoSmithKline Kenya further sought to assure its...
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