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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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Insurance Premiums Hit Ksh144 Billion in Q2 of 2021

Insurance premiums went up by 19 percent in the second quarter of 2021 to hit Ksh144.02 billion compared to Ksh121.04 billion in Q2,...

CBK is seeking for KSh 60 billion in January 2026 for budget spending
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From CBK, Another Fat Dividend Cheque For Gov’t

The latest payout adds to the Ksh5 billion the National Treasury received seven months ago from the banking sector regulator, bringing the total...

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Weakened Prime Office Rents Drive Up Appetite For New Office Space In Africa By 29PC

New office space requirements increased by 29 percent in Q2 2021 compared to Q1 across Africa according to Knight Frank. This increased office...

Equity Bank Managing Director Gerald Warui, KBA CEO Dr. Habil Olaka, Central Bank of Kenya Deputy Governor Sheila M'Mbijjewe, Kenya Bankers Association Governing Council Chair and NCBA Bank Managing Director John Gachora and SBM Bank CEO Moezz Mir during the opening of the 10th KBA Annual Banking Research Conference.
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Banking Sector To Play Key Role In Post-Covid Economic Recovery

The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) believes that the banking sector will continue to play a key role in steering economic recovery in the...

The lender banks on Isiolo town being a key connection point of the region enabled by the infrastructure growth brought about by the LAPSSET Corridor, the tarmac roads connecting the region, Isiolo International Airport and the presence of military barracks, training schools and the vibrant business community.
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Not Stoppig Soon: Family Bank Opens 93rd Branch In Isiolo

Family Bank has expanded its branch network to 93 branches across the country with the opening of a new branch in Isiolo County bringing...

In the last four matches between the two sides, Tusker has only managed to beat Gor Mahia once in last season’s second game when they won 2-1. [Photo/ @Tusker_fc]
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Tusker vs Gor Mahia: StarTimes Set to Air FKF Super Cup

Tusker will be facing Gor Mahia by virtue of Tusker winning the FKF Premier League title last season while Gor Mahia clinched the...

Shelter Afrique Group Managing Director and CEO Andrew Chimphondah
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Shelter Afrique Clears Commercial Debts, Eyes Regional Bonds

Pan-African housing development financier Shelter Afrique has fully paid commercial debts owed to eight lenders, giving the company the leverage to underwrite new debt. In 2018,...

Caption:Sendy Ltd Fulfillment Project Manager Thatcher Mweu signs a partnership agreement as Meta Electric Director Harry Minter looks on.
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Sendy, META Electric Partner For Electric Delivery Vans

Sendy Ltd, a tech-logistics company, and META Electric, an electric vehicle dealer and leaser, have teamed up to introduce electric-powered vans for delivery...

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