Absa Bank launches Ksh. 100B asset financing product to fuel economic growth

Zenia ObamoMay 7, 2026

Absa Bank Kenya has officially launched a revamped asset financing proposition, committing Ksh. 100 billion over the next three years to empower businesses and ...

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Old Mutual launches drive to shield SMEs & households from economic turbulence

Zenia ObamoMay 7, 2026

Old Mutual has officially rolled out a comprehensive, countywide financial wellness initiative. The drive is designed to equip Small and Medium-sized Enterprise...

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Adipo Sidang’s play ‘In the Seashell Hum’ debuts May 15 at Kenya National Theatre

Zenia ObamoMay 7, 2026

Award-winning playwright Adipo Sidang’ is returning to the stage with a production that promises to be as haunting as its title suggests: In the Seashell Hum. ...

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The SHA AI algorithm overcharges the poor while undercharging the rich

Zenia ObamoMay 7, 2026

When President William Ruto launched the Social Health Authority (SHA) in 2024, the promise was historic: Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for every Kenyan, ensu...

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Decoding the paradox of Kenya’s prison system in 2026

Zenia ObamoMay 4, 2026

While the 2026 Economic Survey highlights GDP growth and infrastructure milestones, a more complex narrative is emerging from within the walls of Kenya’s correc...

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Kenya to host the first African Global Flyways Summit this September

Zenia ObamoMay 4, 2026

As the skies fill with the beat of millions of wings this May, a sobering reality casts a shadow over one of nature’s most spectacular displays. New data releas...

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Fly 748 officially relaunches domestic flights from Nairobi to Mombasa & Ukunda

Zenia ObamoMay 4, 2026

Fly 748 has officially re-launched its scheduled flight operations. The airline returns to the market with a renewed promise to deliver affordable, safe, and cu...

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Why you should marry a woman who reads

Zenia ObamoApril 26, 2026

There is something undeniably magnetic about a woman who reads. She is a woman who carries worlds within her, whose mind is a library of thoughts, dreams, and q...

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Sanlam Allianz reports Ksh. 832 million net profit for 2025

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

Sanlam Allianz Holdings has announced a robust financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting a net profit of Ksh. 832 million. The re...

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Maahir Patel & Cherono Kipkorir shine at the 4th NCBA Coast Junior Open

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

The picturesque Nyali Golf & Country Club served as the backdrop for three days of intense competition as the 4th NCBA Coast Junior Open 2026 concluded on A...

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Kenya Golf Union unveils 2026 Level 1 Rule School calendar

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

For any golfer looking to sharpen their game beyond the swing, the Kenya Golf Union (KGU) has officially released its much-anticipated 2026 Rule School Level 1 ...

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How TVETA’s ruthless crackdown on KIM is robbing Kenya’s youth

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

On April 20, 2026, the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) issued a directive that can only be described as an administrative exec...

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Kenyan schools are reopening with meagre funds while Ruto lives large with public money

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

This Monday, April 27, the gates of public schools across Kenya will swing open for Term Two, the 14-week marathon term. This is the stretch that defines the ac...

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Safaricom sued for violating consumer rights in their use of AI in their business

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

Safaricom is facing a landmark legal challenge that could redefine the relationship between African customers and Artificial Intelligence. A lawsuit filed in t...

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Farewell Patrick Mukabi (1969–2026): The man who painted Nairobi’s soul

Zenia ObamoApril 24, 2026

Nairobi has lost its most vibrant mirror. With the passing of Patrick Mukabi, the city loses more than just a painter; it loses a chronicler of its heartbeat, a...

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Nancy Wairimu & Elizabeth Ng’ethe shine at at the 2026 Karen Ladies Open

Zenia ObamoApril 20, 2026

The lush fairways of the Karen Country Club played host to a masterclass in amateur golf today as the annual Karen Ladies Open reached a thrilling conclusion. N...

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73% of Kenyan woman are asked for sexual favors in exchange for public services

Zenia ObamoApril 20, 2026

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), has released the Kenya National Ge...

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“African Twist” musical by Ketebul returns for a special performance on July 30

Zenia ObamoApril 19, 2026

The vibrant, brassy sounds of the 1960s are set to echo through the Alliance Française once again. Following a critically acclaimed debut, the musical productio...

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Kenya’s top Golf amateur, John Lejirma, officially turns pro

Zenia ObamoApril 19, 2026

The landscape of Kenyan golf has officially shifted. John Lejirma, the powerhouse from Railway Golf Club and Kenya’s top-ranked amateur, has officially announce...

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M-Pesa Foundation & partners tackle fistula crisis in Murang’a County

Zenia ObamoApril 19, 2026

Kenya faces a significant maternal health hurdle with an estimated 120,000 women living with untreated obstetric fistula. This crisis is fueled by a shortage of...

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How to verify your 2026 KPSEA & KJSEA registration status via SMS

Zenia ObamoApril 19, 2026

As the academic calendar progresses, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has streamlined the process for parents and guardians to verify the registra...

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NTSA cleared to roll out mandatory inspection for private cars & PSVs

Zenia ObamoApril 19, 2026

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has received the green light to implement sweeping new traffic regulations following a landmark High Court ru...

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The Affordable Art Show returns to the Nairobi National Museum on May 22-24

Zenia ObamoApril 18, 2026

The Nairobi National Museum will host the 20th Affordable Art Show from May 22nd to May 24th, 2026. Organized by the Kenya Museum Society (KMS), the event is d...

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How to verify your 2026 KCSE registration status

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

As the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) prepares for the upcoming 2026 national examinations, it is vital for candidates, parents, and guardians to en...

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Safaricom’s rigid eSIM replacement rules are failing customers

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

For years, we were told the eSIM would be the death of the SIM ejector tool. It promised a seamless, digital-first world where switching carriers or devices was...

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How to get a Safaricom eSIM in Kenya

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

Safaricom introduced the eSIM (Embedded Subscriber Identity Module) service on their network in Kenya in 2021. With an eSIM, the customer just needs some Pro...

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How to get an Airtel eSIM in Kenya

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

Airtel launched their eSIM service in Kenya in 2023, offering customers to access same functionality as someone using a physical SIM. The eSIM service is ava...

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How to get a Faiba eSIM in Kenya

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

Jamii Telecommunications Ltd (JTL) introduced the first eSIM in Kenya under the Faiba brand in February 2021, enabling digital SIM activation on compatible smar...

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St. Luke Hospital fined Ksh. 525,000 by ODPC over medical record mix-up

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has slapped St. Luke Orthopaedic & Trauma Hospital in Eldoret with a Ksh. 525,000 fine. The penalty fo...

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Meta ends Sama contract in Kenya amid legal turmoil & privacy scandals

Zenia ObamoApril 17, 2026

Samasource Impact Sourcing Inc. (Sama) has officially announced the redundancy of 1,108 employees at its Nairobi office. The decision follows a formal notice fr...

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NCBA & City Shuttle partner to add 5 Isuzu buses to Nairobi routes

Zenia ObamoApril 16, 2026

NCBA Asset Finance has officially handed over a new fleet of Isuzu NQR buses to City Shuttle Sacco. The partnership highlights a growing trend of financial inst...

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Fly 748 to resume flights to Mombasa & Ukunda starting this May

Zenia ObamoApril 16, 2026

748 Air Services has announced the official relaunch of its scheduled flight operations, Fly 748, set to take flight this May. Operating out of Jomo Kenyatta I...

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Fahari Aviation & CropLife Kenya partner to boost precision farming via drones

Zenia ObamoApril 16, 2026

Fahari Aviation, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways (KQ), and aak-GROW/CropLife Kenya have officially entered into a strategic partnership. The two organizations sig...

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CBK raises Ksh. 30B in over-subscribed 30-year bond auction

Zenia ObamoApril 16, 2026

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has signaled continued investor confidence in long-term government securities, successfully raising Ksh 30.06 billion in its lat...

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List of CBK licensed digital loan companies in Kenya – April 2026

Zenia ObamoApril 16, 2026

In April 2026, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reached a significant milestone in financial regulation by granting licenses to an additional 32 Digital Credit...

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Kenya’s Madina Okot drafted into the WNBA: To play for Atlanta Dream

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

For decades, the global sporting identity of Kenya has been synonymous with the rhythmic stride of marathoners and the golden triumphs of the track. But in 2025...

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Tech reforms that should be adopted by IEBC ahead of 2027 elections

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

As Kenya transitions toward the 2027 General Election, the technology used to manage the Register of Voters (RoV) by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Co...

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AU adopts Equal Earth projection to accurately show Africa’s true size

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

In a historic move during its 39th Ordinary Session, the Assembly of the African Union (AU) has officially moved to dismantle centuries of cartographic invisibi...

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Juanita Tunu drops new single “Body Tea” after signing with UMG East Africa

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

Following her high-profile signing to Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA) in March 2026, bilingual Afro-pop sensation Juanita Tunu has officially premier...

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Why we must finally decolonize the Kenya Police Service

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

For many Kenyans, the sight of a police uniform does not evoke a sense of safety; it evokes a sense of dread. This collective anxiety is not accidental, nor is ...

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Jambojet marks 12th birthday by launching an Integrated Operations Control Centre

Zenia ObamoApril 10, 2026

Jambojet has officially launched its new Integrated Operations Control Centre (IOCC), which will serve as the airline’s operational backbone. The facility cons...

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Kenyan creators earned Ksh. 1.07B in 2025, according to Odipo Dev report

Zenia ObamoApril 10, 2026

The digital landscape in Kenya has officially matured from a hobbyist’s playground into a billion-shilling industry. According to the latest flagship report by ...

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