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.
Matiangi’s Interior Ministry Recognized Among Top Taxpayers
The CS called upon all government agencies to work as a unit for efficient service delivery to Kenyans. He urged Kenyans to support...
BUSINESS TODAY1 Mins read
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Digital Loans to Flow Once Again as CBK Backs Apps’ Return to CRBs
The suspension of digital lenders from CRB reporting had seen a massive decline in the volumes of loans they issued. According to the...
MARTIN SIELE2 Mins read
UN Report Outlines Systemic Change Necessary for the Plastics Economy
The experts say they know their recommendations are probably the most demanding and ambitious yet, but warn that time is running out.
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KEMSA to Exorcise Ghosts of Covid-19 Graft With New Procurement Measures
Having undertaken extensive integrity adjustments at KEMSA, prospective suppliers to the Authority, including local manufacturers and disadvantaged groups (AGPO), will also be required...
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6,600 New Hires to be Made at KRA as Taxman Eyes Ksh6.83 Trillion
The KRA has identified segments with high potential for growing revenues, including online businesses, informal small-scale trade, real estate (landlords) and HNWIs.
MARTIN SIELE1 Mins read
Kenya’s Tourism, Battered By Covid-19, Is Getting Back Its Groove
Kenya’s tourism industry, as it were, contributes 10% of economic output and employs over two million people, a large percentage of whom lost...
KNA3 Mins read
Mass Housing: Kenya Signs Yaoundé Declaration
Kenya is among the 25 countries that signed a joint declaration seeking to enhance mechanisms for the mass production of decent and affordable...
BUSINESS TODAY2 Mins read
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Lobby Welcomes Reinstatement of VAT Exemption on Clean Cooking Fuels
As outlined in a recent policy brief, increased access to clean cooking has tremendous positive benefits for Kenyan households and society, including reductions in...
BUSINESS TODAY2 Mins read
