When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn: Why SMEs Need Life Insurance
For many small and medium-sized businesses, success depends on a few people. The founder may lead daily operations, a technical specialist may hold critical knowledge, while…
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NCBA Takes Wealth Management Conversations Beyond Nairobi to Nakuru
The bank’s Meet, Mingle & Money Talks forum focused on investment planning, wealth preservation and succession. NAKURU, Kenya, November 2026 – NCBA Bank is expanding its…
KCB Backs Greening of Kenya’s Education Sector Through KSh2 Billion Clean Energy Programme
At COP31, the bank called for stronger partnerships and innovative financing to expand clean energy access across schools and training institutions. KCB is calling for stronger…
Predicting the Rain Is Not Enough: How AI Can Help Africa’s Farmers Navigate Climate Uncertainty
Predicting the Rain Is Not Enough: How AI Can Help Africa’s Farmers Navigate Climate Uncertainty For millions of African farmers, an unpredictable rainy season can mean…
RETRAK Calls for Crackdown on Illicit Trade Networks in Kenya
The retailers’ association wants enforcement agencies to target suppliers and distributors, while giving traders better tools to identify counterfeit and untaxed goods. The Retail Trade Association…
Beyond Brick and Mortar: Why SMEs Need Insurance to Protect Their Businesses
Beyond Brick and Mortar: Why SMEs Need Insurance to Protect Their Businesses Building a successful business takes time, money and commitment. Entrepreneurs invest in stock, equipment,…
Opening Global Doors: East African Businesses Explore Opportunities in China
Opening Global Doors: East African Businesses Explore Opportunities in China More than 100 entrepreneurs from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda are exploring new business opportunities in…
Kenya’s Milling Industry Faces a Bigger Test in Food Safety and Quality
Kenya’s Milling Industry Faces a Bigger Test in Food Safety and Quality Food safety does not begin when a packet of flour reaches a supermarket shelf.…
What Food Fortification Means for the Food on Your Table
What Food Fortification Means for the Food on Your Table Have you ever wondered why some packets of flour and bottles of cooking oil contain added…
Why Kenya’s AI Ambitions Depend on New Internet Infrastructure
Why Kenya’s AI Ambitions Depend on New Internet Infrastructure A planned $2 billion subsea cable linking Africa directly to Asia could provide the high-capacity connectivity needed…
Business Ireland Kenya Rebrands as Irish Chamber of Commerce Kenya
Business Ireland Kenya Rebrands as Irish Chamber of Commerce Kenya The new identity aims to strengthen business connections, trade and investment between Ireland and Kenya. Business…
ABAK Calls for Withdrawal of Alcohol Control Amendment Bill, Citing Jobs and Revenue Risks
ABAK Calls for Withdrawal of Alcohol Control Amendment Bill, Citing Jobs and Revenue Risks The association says proposed changes could increase compliance costs for legitimate businesses…
Running Low on Airtime? There’s a Smarter Way to Top Up
Running Low on Airtime? There's a Smarter Way to Top Up You are in the middle of an important conversation with a customer when your airtime…
Illicit Cigarette Trade Costs Kenya KSh47 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue
Illicit Cigarette Trade Costs Kenya KSh47 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue Illicit cigarettes accounted for 45.1% of Kenya’s cigarette consumption in 2025, according to new Kantar…
Safaricom Group Net Income Rises 36% to KSh58.2 Billion in HY27
Safaricom Group Net Income Rises 36% to KSh58.2 Billion in HY27 Ethiopia’s operating loss narrows by 96.5% as the business moves closer to break-even, while M-PESA…