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.
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...
EDWIN BARUA2 Mins read
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...
CHRIS FLOWERS4 Mins read
![The High Court decision came as a relief to churches around the country. [Photo/ Esounds Group]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/278463982_1624574297898095_5229428675808485392_n.jpg)
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...
BUSINESS TODAY2 Mins read
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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...
MARTIN SIELE2 Mins read
![President Uhuru Kenyatta when he unveiled the new generation currency in 2019. The President will chair the NIFC Steering Council. [Photo/ State House Kenya]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/images-92.jpeg)
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...
MARTIN SIELE2 Mins read
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Ksh600 Nairobi-Kisumu Night Train Finally Introduced
The first night train will depart Nairobi for Kisumu on Friday, June 10th at 6.30 PM. It is scheduled to arrive in Kisumu...
MARTIN SIELE1 Mins read
![On crypto in Africa, James Mwangi emphasized the need for regulators to come on board. [Photo/ The Africa Report]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/RTX78HUS-scaled-e1612285306397.jpg)
James Mwangi’s Crypto Endorsement Stirs Debate
“Africa will benefit substantially from leapfrogging on the fourth industrial technologies, and cryptocurrency is one of them,” he stated.
MARTIN SIELE1 Mins read
![On average, Ksh962.2 million was disbursed everyday via Fuliza in the full year to 31st March 2022. [PHOTO/ ANDREW KASUKU]](https://businesstoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/images-80.jpeg)
Kenyans Fuliza Ksh962M Daily – Safaricom
In comparison to Fuliza's 31% revenue growth in 2021, M-Shwari and KCB M-Pesa - Safaricom's two other mobile lending products - fell 13.4%...
MARTIN SIELE1 Mins read
