Central Organisation of Trade Unions-Kenya (Cotu-K) termed the Forex Hoarding Bill, 2023 retrogressive, repressive and archaic.
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Vibrant agriculture sector key to economic growth
The Cabinet's approval to write-off Sh117 billion owed by State-owned sugar companies is a major boost to farmers who have suffered losses due to mismanagement of the sub-sector.
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Road safety initiative aims to educate drivers, reduce accidents
A new initiative that aims to reduce road accidents and promote responsible road behaviour in the country has been launched.
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Mvurya revokes 3,000 illegal mining licences as ban is lifted
The Ministry has also profiled illegal miners and mineral dealers with a view of closing all their operations.
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eCitizen revenue surges by 300pc in three months
The eCitizen platform has recorded a remarkable revenue growth of over 300 per cent in the last three months, according to Immigration PS Julius Bitok.
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Motoring: How to ready your car for El Nino and stay safe
Avoid driving through large puddles or areas of standing water, as they can cause your vehicle to hydroplane.
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U.S dollar retreats amid weak private payrolls
The U.S dollar lost in late trading on Wednesday, after weaker-than-expected U.S private payrolls based on the Automated Data Processing Inc. (ADP) National Employment Report.
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Pesticides are safe farmers told
Muchiri said banning pesticide products would deny millions of Kenyans their right to food.
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AI accelerates internet freedom decline, report finds
Artificial intelligence is contributing to the decline of global internet freedom, but more traditional means of repression are to blame as well.
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How landlords are keeping rent prices high
Landlords are more likely to discriminate against tenants who are unable to pay high rents, as they have a smaller pool of potential tenants to choose from.
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Nibs-linked hotel inks management partnership deal with global brand
Located in Kileleshwa, the hotel features 89 spacious rooms, nine meeting rooms and a gym. It also offers an all-day dining restaurant and a rooftop bar with panoramic views of Nairobi's skyline.
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Brookside Dairy distributes fodder material to farmers
Brookside rolled out the climate-smart animal feed intervention project this year by setting up forage resource centres across the country.
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Landscape architects push for legal recognition
Landscape architects are pushing for international recognition as a distinct profession like other built environment professionals.
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Cities as drivers of growth and prosperity
In a world increasingly driven by digital technologies, cities such as Konza have the potential to attract global investment and contribute to the country's economic recovery.
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Homa Bay gets World Bank approval for housing project
NHC Managing Director David Mathu said the Homa Bay project has been designed with a strong focus on sustainability, and its design choices have been rigorously assessed.
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Bill proposes stiff penalties for hoarding dollars
The Forex Hoarding Criminalisation Bill by Rongo MP also proposes amnesty for those who are willing to release the hoarded dollars into the market.
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Thugge rules out new sovereign bond as Sh296b payment nears
The government now says the global credit market conditions are not conducive for the issuance.
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Farmer banks on new farming model to grow healthier food
Tucked in the middle of a noisy quarry harvesting environment is Sylvia Kuria's agroecology farm (a type of farming that works with nature).
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CBK spares borrowers higher interest rates as bad loans soar
The Central Bank of Kenya has retained its benchmark signal rate at 10.50 per cent, effectively sparing borrowers higher cost of loans.
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Perfect pitch: Inside the mind of a venture capitalist
The South Africa-based Kenyan and chief investment officer at Catalyst Fund, has a 13-year stint running venture capital funds and accelerators within the climate tech space.
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Fresh pain for borrowers as banks rush to raise rates, again
Absa is among the first lenders to notify customers of changes in their loan terms, with others expected to follow suit in the coming days.
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Overconfidence exposing consumers to online fraud
The study found that false confidence can propel someone to click on a fake link or respond to a scam offer.
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Hunger for growth pushes hotelier into untapped Swahili food business
Jamia Food Mart and Eagle Palace Hotel situated along Oginga Odinga Street in Nakuru, have become go-to places for customers seeking unique services and delectable dishes.
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ESG: From a buzzword to opportunities galore for firms
The Environmental pillar of ESG was the overriding theme of the launch with subliminal cues hit through panoramic views of Apple's solar-roofed headquarters.
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Ghana-made herbal beer to cater for health-conscious customers
The brand, popular not only in Ghana but also in Nigeria, Togo, Ivory Coast, South Africa and Burkina Faso is set to spark a competition in the alcohol industry.
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Costly tax, out of reach incentives choke small business
The country's tax policy and structure is disadvantageous to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
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Life is hard enough, stop and smell the flowers, won't you?
Why don't we actively seek natural beauty? It's free and therapeutic. Have you ever spent a minute admiring a flower?
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Cabinet reverses Telkom purchase, firm to refund Sh6.09 billion
Cabinet rescinds decision to purchase 60 per cent of Telkom Kenya shares from Helios Investments Partners; the company to refund Sh6.09 billion it had been paid.
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Kenya Power to clear connection backlog within 90 days
Kenya Power aims to clear electricity connection backlog across the country within 90 days, Managing Director Joseph Siror says.
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Kenya to own first nuclear plant by 2034
Kenya aims to have a fully operational nuclear power plant by 2034, in its bid to increase energy security and industrial growth.
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Co-operative Bank now second most valued lender at the NSE
Country's third largest bank by assets gained slightly more than Sh1.17 billion in September. Data shows that only Absa Kenya and Standard Chartered gained more value in shares trading.
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Driving efficiency in trade for Kenya's global competitiveness
Writer says eliminating challenges related to processing of import and export cargo that have impacted Kenya's business climate and global competitiveness remains a key pillar.
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Kenya launches governance report, peer review panel
Sustainable development hinges upon effective governance, as it plays a vital role in fostering equitable economic growth and overall progress.
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Ruto moneymen, advisors in eye of a storm as cost of living crisis rages
Kenya's inflation rose marginally in September after all sectors recorded a general increase in prices, the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) said on Friday.
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Barely half of Kenyans utilised CBK's 50pc cut on defaulted loan
There are 24 million Kenyans listed with CRB with about 60 per cent of them being mobile loans related. Over 4.2 million borrowers adversely listed with CRBs were expected to repay Sh30 billion.
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Return of Red Dragon: China eyes lucrative road, rail deals
President William Ruto and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and are expected to meet for the first time in person, over a year since the Ruto government ascended to power.
