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.
James Mwangi’s New 4-Point Plan to Transform Africa’s Economy
Mwangi disclosed that the plan was developed in consultation with leading experts from various public and private sector bodies, including the International Finance...
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New Visa Rule Throws Kenyans’ Travel Plans Into Disarray
The new restriction means that a Kenyan travelling to North America or elsewhere with a connecting flight through Amsterdam or Paris, for instance,...
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Mandatory Masks Make a Comeback as Covid Cases Spike
Kenyans will be required to wear masks in public service vehicles (PSVs), supermarkets, churches, mosques, offices and flights.
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![The Federation of Public Transport Sector lobby, whose members include the Matatu Owners Association (MOA), had advised its members to increase fares by 20%. [Photo/ Migrationology]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/images-2022-06-20T092245.325.jpeg)
Nairobians Hit With Matatu Fare Hikes as Cost of Living Skyrockets
Matatus aren't the only one passing on the cost to consumers. Cab-hailing services including Uber also announced that they would increase fares in...
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![Raila Odinga presiding over a past groundbreaking ceremony as Keroche founder Tabitha Karanja looks on. Although they find themselves on different sides on the political divide in 2022, Raila and Karanja have a long-standing personal relationship and Odinga has led a number of Keroche events over the years. [Photo/ Kenya News]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/images-2022-06-17T165653.616.jpeg)
Reopen Keroche – Raila Backs Tabitha Karanja in KRA Battle
Karanja had linked Keroche's woes to her political bid. She described the payment plan sealed in March as unsustainable and claimed that they...
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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]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/287589174_403253428497576_6551752735941712918_n-768x432-1.jpg)
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...
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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%...
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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.
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