Kenya

KRA seeks more multi-million scanners for border revenue mobilisation

Currently the taxman only has 14 old scanners which are outdated and are facing obsolesce

Kenya to gain as COMESA moves to help cut post-harvest losses

It targets the horticulture sector with focus on onions, avocado and potatoes.

Kenya eyes trade deal as Ruto heads to Washington

Talks on the Kenya-US trade pact have entered the fifth round this week.

Buyers seek affordable houses amid drop in property prices

Preference for apartments remained dominant despite recording a 14 percent quarter-on-quarter decline

Budget cuts threaten key state agencies as salaries, allowances hit

The current shortfall will reduce the total allocation of NG CDF to constituencies by Sh2.3 billion.

Ruto advocates for Sh3.3tr replenishment of African Development Fund

Highlights impact on Kenya’s development as AfDB affirms support.

Hustler Fund, forex pressure hit traditional mobile lenders in Q4

Data shows the number of new mobile loans and their value, with an exception of the Fund, decreased by 20.5% and 9.5%, ...

CIC profits up 818% to Sh1.4 billion in 2023

The performance is largely attributed to the growth in insurance revenue and improved investment income during the year

Kenya's tourism sector survives floods with only Maasai Mara hit

CS Alfred Mutua, sector players say no major impact.

Time for lenders to step up Agribusiness financing

Loan accounts to the sector stood at 0.9% of the total loan portfolio.

Global Risk managers' board target Kenya in expansion drive

IRM qualifications hold significant importance for risk managers and companies.

State releases Sh1.3 billion for county industrial parks

It is targeting to address challenges in the agricultural sector.

Comprehensive health coverage key in managing rising staff costs

Balancing the need to offer quality healthcare benefits with budgetary constraints requires strategic planning.

Equity Bank Group Q1 profit up 25.2 per cent to Sh16bn

Equity Group MD and CEO James Mwangi hailed the rapid growth in Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, DRC, and South Sudan.

Tips for developing a robust savings culture

A proactive approach to savings safeguards against unforeseen circumstances.

Kenya’s urban development underfunded – Ruto

Calls on counties increase source revenues, allocate more to urban development initiatives.

Intrepid Travel marks Kenya as part of its expansion plan

Plans to go into accommodation.