4 women to represent Kenya at the Absa GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Four talented young Kenyan women are set to represent the nation at the prestigious Absa Bank Kenya-GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon continental finals. Thei...

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KIFWA & Capital Pay seal Ksh. 12B partnership to digitise Kenya’s logistics sector

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (KIFWA) has signed a landmark $80 million (Ksh. 12 billion) partnership with Capital Pay Internation...

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Carrefour Kenya Partners with Food Banking Kenya to Combat Food Waste and Insecurity

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Carrefour Kenya, operated by Majid Al Futtaim, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Food Banking Kenya (FBK) to redistribute surplusfood to vulne...

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Actis exits Mi Vida Homes in management-led buyout

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Mi Vida Homes Limited has signed a share purchase agreement for a management-led buyout of the company from Actis. The transaction is subject to regulatory appr...

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Suspect arrested in Uasin Gishu for illegal stream distribution

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO), in collaboration with enforcement authorities, has arrested a suspect following an investigation into a online piracy networ...

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Kenyans must now register their biometric data when travelling to Europe

Zenia ObamoOctober 12, 2025

Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) officially begins its phased rollout today, October 12, fundamentally changing how non-EU citizens enter and exit the Schen...

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Kenya buys back Ksh. 81.2B of 2028 Eurobond following successful dual issuance

Zenia ObamoOctober 12, 2025

Kenya has successfully concluded a tender offer for its 2028 Eurobond, repurchasing US$628.44 million (Ksh. 81.2 billion) of the notes. This liability managemen...

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Kenya to invest Ksh. 19B to boost TDB & Afreximbank shareholding

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya has announced a major financial commitment to African led institutions, pledging a total of $150 million (Ksh. 19 billion) to two key multilateral banks. ...

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COMESA launches user trials for digital retail payments platform in Malawi & Zambia

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

The COMESA Clearing House (CCH) initiative, the Digital Retail Payments Platform (DRPP), has successfully moved into user trials within the Malawi and Zambia pa...

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Kenya Power’s profit dips 18% to Ksh. 24.47 billion for FY 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya Power has announced a net profit of Ksh. 24.47 billion for the financial year ended 2025. This is a 18.7% decline from the previous year's Ksh. 30.08 bill...

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Kenyan parliament passes landmark crypto law

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya is set to establish its first comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies after Parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 20...

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Kenya Airways is the official airline partner for Safari Sevens 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

In the world of sport, Kenya Airways (KQ) has cemented a new partnership with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), officially becoming the airline partner for the 27th ...

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M-Pesa Foundation to invest Ksh. 120M in Maseno University Innovation Hub

Zenia ObamoOctober 10, 2025

The M-Pesa Foundation is set to build a modern innovation hub at Maseno University with an investment of KES 120 million. This project is designed to boost digi...

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BBS Mall owner to build Ksh. 65 billion mega project at Tatu City

Zenia ObamoOctober 10, 2025

Abdiweli Hassan, the owner of Business Bay Square Mall (BBS Mall), is set to construct a massive 60-acre mixed-use development at Tatu City Special Economic Zon...

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NBO Film Festival returns for the 7th edition on October 16–27

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

The NBO Film Festival is set for the return of its 7th edition, running from October 16th to 27th, 2025. This year’s festival will once again transform Nairobi ...

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Come watch amazing films for free at the Kilifi Creek Festival 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

The Kilifi Creek Festival is a celebration of cinema, storytelling, and cultural heritage in Kilifi Creek in coastal Kenya. The 2025 Kilifi Creek Festi...

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Airtel Kenya opens experiential customer centre at Sarit Centre

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

Airtel Kenya has launched an experiential customer care hub at Sarit Centre in Nairobi. The new hub is designed to allow customers to engage directly with Airte...

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Prioritizing eye health could unlock a Ksh. 33B annual boost for Kenya’s economy

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

On World Sight Day, groundbreaking research, the Value of Vision report, has revealed that a small investment in eye health could yield massive economic returns...

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112 Kenyans shortlisted for Absa Bank’s GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

112 women, aged 18-35, have been shortlisted from over 200 applicants to compete in the Absa Bank Kenya-GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon. The competition thi...

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Kampala hosts Stanbic East Africa Summit as Uganda drives regional integration agenda

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

Over 400 business leaders, investors, and policymakers are gathered in Kampala this week for the 3rd Stanbic East Africa Business Summit, the premier platform d...

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Flawed termination costs Nairobi Hospital Ksh. 196M in record setting ex-CEO payout

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

In a landmark ruling that has redefined the financial liability for corporate governance failures in Kenya, the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has...

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NCBA leads in digital security with landmark PCI DSS 4.0.1 Certification

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

NCBA has successfully completed the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Version 4.0.1 certification for both its Bank and Loop Cards, as conf...

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Using your smartphone on the toilet can lead to haemorrhoids

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

A modern medical dilemma is emerging from an age-old fixture: the toilet. Gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BID...

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Understanding your cycle: 5 key facts you need to know about your period

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

The conversation around periods is changing, moving away from stigma and toward understanding and awareness. Your menstrual cycle is a vital sign of your health...

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President Ruto officially launches Ksh. 14B industrial hub, Vipingo SEZ

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Kenya reaffirmed its position as a major hub for industrial growth as the Arise IIP–Kenya Investment Forum 2025 convened over 500 high-level delegates in Kilifi...

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Mars Wrigley donates 30 laptops & renovates computer lab at St Patrick’s High School

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Students at St Patrick’s High School, Nairobi, have received a significant boost to their academic and digital learning following the donation of 30 new laptops...

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M-PESA Foundation launches phase 2 fistula camp in Migori, targeting 200 women

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

The M-PESA Foundation today launched Phase 2 of its integrated fistula surgery and medical camp at the Migori County Referral Hospital. The intensive two-week e...

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CIC Insurance launches fund to enable Kenyans to participate in offshore investment

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

CIC Insurance Group has announced a major expansion into the global investment landscape with the launch of the CIC Global Balanced Special Fund. This USD-denom...

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Bamburi & Superior Homes launch road safety campaign for truck drivers

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Bamburi Cement and Superior Homes Kenya, through a joint Corporate Social Investment initiative, are hosting a free eye screening campaign for truck drivers alo...

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KCB’s green lending jumps 40% as Ksh. 53.2B funds energy transition & e-mobility

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

KCB Group Plc has significantly ramped up its commitment to sustainable finance, revealing that it assessed Ksh. 578.3 billion worth of loans for environmental ...

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Sanlam launches Akiba Plus pensions product to boost retirement savings

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Sanlam Kenya Plc has announced the launch of Sanlam Akiba Plus pensions product. It is a new tech-driven solution aimed at making flexible retirement planning a...

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Safaricom contributed Ksh. 809 billion to the GDP in FY 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Safaricom PLC has reported Ksh. 1.1 trillion in True Value for the 2025 financial year. The company's latest Annual Sustainable Business Report reveals that the...

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Captain’s Yard Takeover brings fun & spiced energy to Nakuru

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Captain Morgan delivered an unforgettable night of music, flavor, and adventure as the Captain’s Yard Takeover stormed the Rift Valley Sports Club on Saturday, ...

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TECNO kicks off project to renovate 100 African football pitches

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

TECNO has  announced the groundbreaking of a landmark initiative to renovate 100 football pitches across African communities. This community effort is a practic...

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Dismas Indiza dominates in Nakuru, claims fifth PGK Equator Tour title

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Veteran professional golfer Dismas Indiza of Kakamega Golf Club has secured his first Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) Equator Tour title, winning the highly...

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Willie Oeba to launch “Yellow Paper Bag” album on Dec 12 at KNT

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

For urban wordsmith and acclaimed poet Willie Oeba, his upcoming annual Oebaism Concert on December 12th, 2025, is more than just a show, it's a tribute to ...

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Airtel zero rates education platforms, boosting digital learning for Kenyan teachers & students

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

Airtel Kenya is intensifying its commitment to digital education by making access to the Kenya Education Cloud and Elimika platforms free of charge (zero-rated)...

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Tusker pumps Ksh. 22M in sponsorship for the 2025 Safari Sevens

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

The 2025 Safari Sevens has received a massive financial boost with the announcement of a Ksh 22 million sponsorship from Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL), through ...

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Let’s talk about the insane ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup

Zenia ObamoOctober 8, 2025

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest and most inclusive tournament ever with 48 teams across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It is quickly ga...

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BrighterMonday, Mastercard Foundation launch ‘EmpowerHer’ initiative to uplift 217,000 young women

Zenia ObamoOctober 3, 2025

BrighterMonday, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has launched EmpowerHer, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at strengthening the workforce and ent...

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Ryk van Niekerk is the 2024 Sanlam Group Financial Journalist of the Year

Zenia ObamoOctober 3, 2025

The 2024 Sanlam Group Financial Journalist of the Year Award was presented to Ryk van Niekerk, the editor of Moneyweb and news presenter for RSG Geldsake, at a ...

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Kenya’s economy rebounds as business activity jumps for first time since April

Zenia ObamoOctober 3, 2025

Kenya’s private sector economy showed strong signs of recovery in September, registering its first improvement since April, according to the latest Stanbic Bank...

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