CBK announces results of 15 year treasury bond switch auction

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has released the results for the auction of Treasury Bond Issue No. FXD3/2019/015, conducted as a Switch Auction. This financial...

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Kenya Ports Authority announces 194 internship & apprenticeship opportunities

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 internship and apprenticeship program. With a mission to provide efficient and comp...

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Government invites bids for Cytonn properties to recover Ksh. 11B for 3K+ investors

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

In a significant step toward compensating thousands of aggrieved investors, the Kenyan government, through the Business Registration Service (BRS), has official...

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GIZ is offering green loans for women entrepreneurs in Kenya

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

GIZ Uganda, in partnership with the IYBA WE4A Project and Melanin Kapital, has announced a new initiative to provide green financing for women entrepreneurs acr...

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High Court rules long term retention of criminal records data is unconstitutional

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

The High Court of Kenya has ruled that the indefinite retention of criminal records for individuals who were never convicted is unconstitutional. The case, Pat...

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GIZ Kenya launches accelerator programme for young entrepreneurs in manufacturing

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

GIZ Kenya, in a partnership with the Kenya Institute of Business Training (KIBT) and the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), has officially announced a ne...

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AfrexInsure enters appoints Lesley Ndlovu as new CEO

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

AfrexInsure, the specialty insurance subsidiary of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has officially appointed Lesley Ndlovu as its new Chief Executi...

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EIB Global injects €40 Million into Speedinvest to fuel African tech

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

In a move that signals a strengthening of digital and economic ties between Europe and Africa, EIB Global has announced a €40 million commitment to Speedinvest’...

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Update on Boehringer Ingelheim’s access to healthcare program in Kenya

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

Since its launch in 2022, the Access to Healthcare program, a partnership between Boehringer Ingelheim and mPharma, has expanded its reach to more than 150,000 ...

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Njerae unveils video for new single “Ingia Ndani”

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

Acclaimed Kenyan-born singer, songwriter, and producer Njerae has officially released the music video for her latest single, “Ingia Ndani.” Translating to come...

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EPRA holds fuel prices steady for March-April cycle

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

The Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced that retail pump prices for Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene will remain unchanged for th...

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KRA appoints Mohamed Abdul M’maka as Commissioner for investigations and enforcement

Zenia ObamoMarch 16, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the appointment Mohamed Abdul M’maka as the new Commissioner for Investigations and Enforcement. The appointmen...

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Ghana launches legal pursuit of Russian man who filmed African women without consent

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The Ghanaian government has officially launched an international legal pursuit of 36-year-old Russian national Vladislav Luilkov, known online as Yaytseslav, fo...

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Nairobi County to introduce new conservancy fee on water bills

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

Residents of Nairobi will soon face a new charge on their monthly water bills as the County Government moves to overhaul waste management across the city. Gove...

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Kenya moves stamp duty services online to ArdhiSasa platform

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The Ministry of Lands has officially rolled out a mandatory digital system for Stamp Duty. Effective immediately, all stamp duty services must be processed excl...

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COMESA launches investigation into Meta over alleged WhatsApp AI monopoly

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) has officially commenced an investigation into Meta Platforms Ireland Limited for potential abuse of its d...

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Kenya initiates Ksh 64.5B Eurobond buyback ahead of new Global debt issue

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The Government of Kenya has announced a plan to buy back up to $500 million (approximately KSh 64.5 billion) of its outstanding Eurobonds. The offer, revealed ...

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Lenacapavir, a 2-shot a year HIV prevention drug, lands in Kenya

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a breakthrough HIV prevention drug, has landed in Kenya. Developed by the American biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences,...

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Kamera Kwanza to showcase African documentaries starting with Widow Champion on Feb 25

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

The Goethe Institut Kenya and Docubox have officially formalized their long-standing collaboration through Kamera Kwanza, a premier film screening series dedica...

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Senator Edwin Sifuna criticizes National Government takeover of Nairobi County

Zenia ObamoFebruary 19, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has issued a scathing critique of the newly signed Cooperation Agreement between President William Ruto and Governor Johnson Sakaja...

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KCB & Visa join forces to bridge the financing gap for Kenyan SMEs

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

KCB Bank Kenya and Visa have officially launched a specialized Business Credit Card solution. The partnership aims to provide Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs...

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Kenya Power reports 188% surge in EV electricity use in 2025, hitting 8.4M kWh

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

New data from Kenya Power reveals a massive shift in the country's energy landscape, with electricity consumption for electric vehicle (EV) charging skyrocketin...

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Sitoyo Lopokoiyit exits M-PESA Africa for CEO role at Absa Group

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

Absa Group has announced a series of high-level executive appointments aimed at deepening leadership bench strength and driving customer-led growth. Chief among...

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Rebecca Mbithi takes the helm at Ecobank Kenya as new Managing Director

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

Ecobank Kenya has officially ushered in a new era of leadership, appointing seasoned banking executive Rebecca Mbithi as its Managing Director, effective Februa...

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All you need to know about the Magical Kenya Open 2026

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO 2026) golf tournament will tee off from February 19 to 22, 2026. Returning to Karen Country Club for the first time since 2021,...

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Kenya Airways takes flight as official airline for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Kenya Airways (KQ) has officially been named the Official Airline Partner for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO 2026). The international tournament is set to te...

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You can now buy shares online on Ziidi Trader in new Safaricom & NSE partnership

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Safaricom has announced that it has partnered with the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to launch Ziidi Trader. The new platform is integrated directly into th...

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Co-operative Bank & World Vision launch Inuka Angaza online donation platform

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Co-operative Bank of Kenya and World Vision Kenya have announced a strategic partnership to integrate the Chapa Pay gateway into the Inuka Angaza online donatio...

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KCB Bank turbocharges 2026 WRC Safari Rally with Ksh. 227 million sponsorship

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

KCB Bank Kenya has announced that it has invested Ksh. 227 million to the 2026 World Rally Championship Safari Rally Kenya (2026 WRC Safari Rally Kenya). The i...

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Rushlake Media’s TidPix channel launches on VIDAA

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Rushlake Media has announced the launch of its FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) channel, TidPix, on the VIDAA smart TV operating system. VIDAA is the platf...

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Michelle Shingi & Nidhi Buty among creatives selected to represent Kenya at Cannes Lions 2026

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Six of Kenya’s most brilliant young minds are packing their bags for France after clinching top honors at the second edition of the Cannes Young Lions Kenya com...

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Safaricom invests Ksh. 10M in HSBC SVNS 2 Rugby Sevens Tournament

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Safaricom, through its flagship mobile money brand M-PESA, has announced a Ksh. 10 million sponsorship for the upcoming HSBC SVNS 2 Rugby Sevens Tournament. The...

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Old Mutual & Agencify partner to digitize insurance in Kenya

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Old Mutual has announced a strategic partnership with Agencify to automate and scale insurance in Kenya. By integrating Agencify’s technology, Old Mutual inten...

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Mabati Rolling Mills invests in classroom block in Nyanjoro Primary School

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Mabati Rolling Mills Ltd (MRM) has officially handed over a newly constructed classroom block to Nyanjoro Primary School. The project was spearheaded by the Saf...

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Wanuri Kahiu & Shirleen Wangari among nominees in the Women in Film Awards 2026

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The spotlight is shining bright on Kenya’s female storytellers as public voting for the 7th edition of the Women in Film Awards Kenya (WIFA Kenya) officially op...

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Khaligraph Jones & Vijana Barubaru to headline HSBC SVNS 2 rugby weekend

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The stage is set for a massive rugby extravaganza as the HSBC SVNS 2 lands at Nyayo Stadium this weekend. The two-day experience is powered by Tusker, followin...

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Kenya’s tennis star Angella Okutoyi is fundraising for Ksh. 10M to boost her pro career

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Angella Okutoyi isn’t just a tennis player; she is a trailblazer. From the red clay of Nairobi to the prestigious grass of London, she has rewritten the history...

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Kenya Power Foundation boosts 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 with Ksh. 3M sponsorship

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The inaugural 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 Nairobi leg has received a Ksh 3 million sponsorship from the Kenya Power Foundation. The tournament will be at the Nyayo Nationa...

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KNCHR condemns extra-judicial actions & livestock killings by the police in Baringo

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has issued a formal condemnation of the "Operation Maliza Uhalifu" security initiative in the North Rift R...

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How to file KRA tax returns on iTax if you are employed: 2026 guide

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Filing your KRA (Kenya Revenue Authority) tax returns for employment income is a mandatory requirement for all registered taxpayers in Kenya with a Personal I...

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How to file your KRA tax returns on iTax in 2026

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The deadline of June 30th remains the most critical date in the Kenyan tax calendar. If you hold an active Personal Identification Number (PIN), the Kenya Reven...

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KRA announces that taxpayers can now file Nil returns

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially reinstated the option to file Nil Returns on iTax, but with a catch. Starting April 1, 2026, every nil declara...

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