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.

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Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Robert Kibochi, service commanders, representatives of the military veterans and Solicitor General Kennedy Ogeto among others were present as President Uhuru Kenyatta assented to the bill on June 15th, 2022. [Photo/ MoD]
ECONOMY

5 Big Wins for KDF Veterans, Families in New Law

The establishment of the Dependants Education Fund is one of the biggest wins for veterans and their families under the new law. The...

Boda boda riders at a fuel station in Kenya. Farmers, manufacturers and service providers are likely to pass on the increased cost of fuel to consumers. [Photo/ The County]
BUSINESSECONOMY

Record-High Fuel Prices Spell More Pain for Kenyans

The increase in fuel prices comes at a time when the inflation rate in Kenya in May 2022 hit 7.1%, up from 6.5%...

BUSINESSECONOMYTECHNOLOGY

M-Pesa Disruption Hits Kenyans Hard – Here’s What You Should Know

The telco's customer care channels were flooded with angry, frustrated queries from Kenyans seeking answers on the disruption.

Power purchase agreements
ECONOMYOPINION

We Must Respect Sanctity Of Power Purchase Agreements

In March 2021, President Uhuru Kenyatta appointed a taskforce to review power purchase agreements. The taskforce’s main mandate was to undertake a comprehensive review...

Avocados in Kenya
ECONOMYOPINION

Kenya’s Untold Story Of Sustainable Avocado Production

Like never before, the world has embraced avocado consumption, leading to a significant increase in new plantings. However, therein lies environmental challenges as...

The High Court decision came as a relief to churches around the country. [Photo/ Esounds Group]
BUSINESSECONOMY

Should Churches Pay Tax? New Battle Opens Can of Worms

While churches are exempt from paying taxes on tithes, donations and offerings, KRA had argued that they needed to apply for tax exemption...

A traffic pile-up on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway in June 2021. [Photo/ Standard]
BUSINESSECONOMYFEATURED STORY

Nairobi-Nakuru, Nairobi-Mombasa: Kenyans Clamour for Major Highway Upgrades

Recent snarl-ups on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway at areas such as Gilgil, in particular, have fueled a wave of sentiments from Kenyans online on...

President Uhuru Kenyatta when he unveiled the new generation currency in 2019. The President will chair the NIFC Steering Council. [Photo/ State House Kenya]
BUSINESSECONOMY

Uhuru Set to Launch Nairobi International Finance Centre – Here’s What You Should Know

It is meant to attract greater local and foreign investment to Kenya by offering various incentives to firms looking to set up shop...

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