Key takeaways from the 25th Ordinary EAC Heads of State Summit

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

On March 7, 2026, the East African Community (EAC) reached a pivotal milestone during its 25th Ordinary Summit. Held under the theme Deepening Integration fo...

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Wellington College day & boarding school to open in Tatu City in 2028

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

Rendeavour and Wellington College Education have announced the launch of Wellington College International Kenya. Scheduled to open its doors in September 2028, ...

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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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KDC provides Ksh. 250 million financing to Trans Elite SACCO for loans to SMEs

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

The Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) has provided a Ksh. 250 million financing facility to Trans Elite County SACCO. The capital injection is set to provide ...

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Takamoto Katsuta wins the 2026 WRC Safari Rally

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

The 2026 edition of the WRC Safari Rally concluded in spectacular fashion this past weekend, solidifying its reputation as the World’s toughest rally. The ev...

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Why Kenya must start buying oil from African countries to safeguard energy sovereignty

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

As the global energy landscape undergoes a violent shift, the recent headlines out of South Africa offer a masterclass in strategic foresight. While much of ...

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A summary of the Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

The Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026, sponsored by Senator Karen Nyamu, represents Kenya’s first comprehensive legislative attempt to regulate the lifecycle of...

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Kenya’s proposed AI Bill is a threat to innovation and freedom

Samson NderiMarch 16, 2026

As the Senate begins deliberations on the Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026, a growing chorus of tech experts, legal analysts, and civil society groups is raisi...

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High Court stops the NTSA instant fine system amid constitutional concerns

Samson NderiMarch 12, 2026

In a major legal victory for Kenyan motorists, the High Court has officially suspended the National Transport and Safety Authority’s (NTSA) newly launched digit...

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Kenya makes history with listing of first USD industrial REIT at the NSE

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) marked a historic milestone this morning, March 11, 2026, as Africa Logistics Properties Holdings Limited (ALPH) officiall...

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Hankook debuts enhanced soft-compound tyre to tackle Safari Rally

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

As the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) descends upon the African continent for one of the most punishing events on the calendar, official tyre supplier Hanko...

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Stanbic Holdings posts flat Ksh. 13.7 billion net profit for FY 2025

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

Stanbic Holdings Plc, the parent company of Stanbic Bank Kenya, has announced that it has reported a net profit of Ksh. 13.7 billion for the year ended December...

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Safari Rally 2026 to be broadcast on DStv and GOtv

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

MultiChoice Kenya has officially announced that the 2026 WRC Safari Rally will be broadcast live to millions of viewers across the country. Fans can catch the a...

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Pesalink & PAPSS partner to boost cross-border payments in local currencies in Africa

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

Kenya’s Pesalink and the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) have officially joined forces. The core of this partnership is the ability to settle...

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NCBA & Kenya Seed partner to boost 2026 planting season with financial solutions & market links

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

NCBA, in a strategic partnership with the Kenya Seed Company, today convened over 150 maize seed farmers in Kitale to address the critical pillars of the upcomi...

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HACO Industries crowned Circular Economy Leader at Kenya ESG Awards 2026

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

HACO Industries Kenya Limited has been named a Circular Economy Leader at the 2026 Kenya ESG Awards. The ceremony, held at the Emara Ole-Sereni, brought togethe...

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Kenya Pipeline debuts on the NSE at Ksh. 9.30 after Ksh. 112B IPO

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Kenya Pipeline Company PLC (KPC PLC) officially debuted on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on March 10, 2026. The listing, the first privatization ...

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Copyright and Related Rights Bill 2026 bill summary

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has invited the public and industry stakeholders to review and comment on the Proposed Copyright and Related Rights Bill 2026...

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Copyright Bill 2026 aims to overhaul of intellectual property laws in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

In a move to modernize the protection of creative works, the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, h...

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Aga Khan sells Nation Media Group stake to Tanzania’s Rostam Azizi

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

In a landmark move for the East African media landscape, the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) has announced the sale of its majority stake in Nati...

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LSK sues Safaricom & Police over systemic data breaches and state-sponsored surveillance

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has moved to the High Court in a landmark constitutional petition, alleging a massive and systemic conspiracy between the country...

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Cancer is a continuity risk whose true cost extends far beyond the patient

Staff WriterMarch 10, 2026

In Kenya, cancer has become a long-tail risk with profound implications for financial stability, workforce continuity and institutional resilience.  The country...

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The NTSA instant fine system is unconstitutional

Samson NderiMarch 10, 2026

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) recently launched its Instant Fines Traffic Management System, a fully automated platform that issues fines v...

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Why we should fight for Kenya’s data sovereignty

James WamathaiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya currently finds itself entangled in a geopolitical trade-off that threatens the very foundation of its national autonomy. In late 2025, the Kenyan governm...

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The economic power of women in Africa’s creative and media industry

Staff WriterMarch 9, 2026

The global film and media industry is often celebrated as the beating heart of modern culture, an arena where stories transcend borders, shape identities, and f...

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Healthcare under attack: why cybersecurity is now critical care

Staff WriterMarch 9, 2026

Africa’s healthcare sector is facing a silent emergency. Many healthcare operators, facilities and doctors across Africa already grapple with the challenges of ...

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BAT Kenya appoints Sidney Wafula as MD in leadership shake-up

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has announced a significant transition within its executive suite. As part of a structured succession plan, the Board...

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Why killing Showmax is a disaster for African viewers

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

On March 5, 2026, the African streaming landscape was rocked by the news that Showmax is being discontinued. While its new owner, the French media giant Canal+,...

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Kiprono Kittony & David Ndii among new appointments to Kenya Airways Board

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya Airways Plc (KQ) has announced a significant restructuring of its Board of Directors, bringing in some of the country’s most seasoned economic and busin...

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Nairobi Litfest returns for landmark 5th Edition on May 8-10

Samson NderiMarch 5, 2026

The literary pulse of the city is set to quicken this May as the Nairobi Litfest officially announces the dates for its highly anticipated fifth edition. Runnin...

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Absa Bank reports a 10% net profit growth at Ksh. 22.9B for FY 2025

Samson NderiMarch 4, 2026

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced that it has reported a a 10% increase in profit after tax to Ksh. 22.9 billion for the 2025 financial year. This is an improve...

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Kenya Met issues heavy rainfall advisory through early March

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a Moderate to Heavy rainfall advisory, warning of sustained downpours exceeding 20mm within 24 hours across sever...

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How young professionals in Kenya can spend a paid year learning in Germany

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The German Embassy in Nairobi has officially announced the opening of applications for the AFRIKA KOMMT! 2025-2027 fellowship. It is a professional development ...

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Kenya returns to international markets with $2.25B Dual-Tranche Eurobond

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The National Treasury has officially announced the successful pricing of a new USD 2.25 billion Eurobond. The issuance was structured into two distinct tranche...

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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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Kenya emerges as a digital anchor in Africa in 2025 Speedtest insights

Samson NderiFebruary 18, 2026

The 2025 Ookla Speedtest Global Index reveals that Kenya remains a critical player in the Sub-Saharan African (SSA) telecommunications landscape. Despite sti...

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KeNHA appoints Luka Kimeli as Director General following transition period

Samson NderiFebruary 18, 2026

The Board of Directors of the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has officially announced the appointment of Eng. Luka Kipchumba Kimeli as the substantiv...

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Hallmark Marketing fined Ksh. 7.4M for firing staffer by removing her from work WhatsApp groups

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

Kenya’s Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has delivered a stinging rebuke to digital sidelining. The court ruled that removing an employee from offic...

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