France Launches ‘Doing Business in Kenya 2026 Guide' Offering Critical Market Insights to Foreign Investors
French and Kenyan business leaders have launched the Doing Business in Kenya 2026 Guide, a new investment roadmap aimed at helping international companies navigate Kenya’s market and deepen economic ties
Uganda Grants Visa-Free Entry to Kenya, 39 Other Countries, to Boost Tourism and Trade
The policy, announced by the Uganda Ministry of Internal Affairs and implemented by the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, allows travellers from designated nations to enter Uganda without obtaining a visa in advance for stays of up to three months for tourism or business purposes.
U.S. mining firms strike deals in Burundi as race for Africa’s critical minerals intensifies
Under the first deal, New York Stock Exchange-listed Lifezone Metals has secured a 14-month exclusivity agreement to develop the Musongati nickel laterite project, Burundi's most significant nickel deposit and a key asset within the East African Nickel Belt
Gulf War Threatens Kenya Remittances With Sh5 Billion Monthly Loss
Kenya could lose Sh5 billion every month if the Gulf conflict disrupts diaspora remittances.
France Launches ‘Doing Business in Kenya 2026 Guide' Offering Critical Market Insights to Foreign Investors
French and Kenyan business leaders have launched the Doing Business in Kenya 2026 Guide, a new investment roadmap aimed at helping international companies navigate Kenya’s market and deepen economic ties
Uganda Grants Visa-Free Entry to Kenya, 39 Other Countries, to Boost Tourism and Trade
The policy, announced by the Uganda Ministry of Internal Affairs and implemented by the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, allows travellers from designated nations to enter Uganda without obtaining a visa in advance for stays of up to three months for tourism or business purposes.
U.S. mining firms strike deals in Burundi as race for Africa’s critical minerals intensifies
Under the first deal, New York Stock Exchange-listed Lifezone Metals has secured a 14-month exclusivity agreement to develop the Musongati nickel laterite project, Burundi's most significant nickel deposit and a key asset within the East African Nickel Belt
Gulf War Threatens Kenya Remittances With Sh5 Billion Monthly Loss
Kenya could lose Sh5 billion every month if the Gulf conflict disrupts diaspora remittances.
Markets
Focuses on the performance and dynamics of the Nairobi Securities Exchange and other financial markets. Delivers updates on stocks, bonds, commodities, and investor sentiment.
Kenya Tourism Investment Surges as Global Travel Rebounds
Kenya’s tourism sector is not just recovering — it’s attracting serious global capital.
IMF Kenya Warning Signals Tough Road for Economic Stability
A global conflict thousands of miles away could soon impact Kenya’s economy.
Kenya Oil Sector Warned of Rising Prices From Global Conflict
The escalating U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran is already pushing global oil prices higher — and Kenya’s oil sector is feeling the pressure.
Jet Fuel Prices Threaten Travel Costs for Passengers
Jet fuel prices are rising — and the aviation industry is feeling the pressure.
Sasini Tea Exports Target China and India for Market Diversification
Sasini Plc is now targeting China and India as it diversifies its tea export markets amid Middle East tensions.
Kenya Tea Exports Navigate Uncertainty in Key Markets
Kenya tea exports are facing fresh uncertainty.
Industry
Comprehensive coverage of specific business sectors that power the Kenyan economy. Provides news, trends, and analysis from real estate and tourism to agriculture and aviation.
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Uganda Grants Visa-Free Entry to Kenya, 39 Other Countries, to Boost Tourism and Trade
The policy, announced by the Uganda Ministry of Internal Affairs and implemented by the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, allows travellers from designated nations to enter Uganda without obtaining a visa in advance for stays of up to three months for tourism or business purposes.
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U.S. mining firms strike deals in Burundi as race for Africa’s critical minerals intensifies
Under the first deal, New York Stock Exchange-listed Lifezone Metals has secured a 14-month exclusivity agreement to develop the Musongati nickel laterite project, Burundi's most significant nickel deposit and a key asset within the East African Nickel Belt
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- 12Mar2026
KCB Posts Record KSh 68.35Bn Profit, Dividends Scale to KSh 7 Per Share
The performance represents the highest annual profit in KCB's history and underscores the resilience of Kenya's banking sector despite persistent economic headwinds including rising interest rates, inflationary pressures, and reduced household spending power.
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- 12Mar2026
Kenya, Rwanda Sign Deal to Simplify Cross-Border Payments for PSPs
The deal, signed between the Central Bank of Kenya and the National Bank of Rwanda, establishes a framework to streamline licensing procedures for payment service providers seeking to expand across the two markets.
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Finance
Reports on corporate performance, industry developments, and major sectors like energy and real estate. Offers analysis on company results, leadership, and strategic shifts driving Kenya’s corporate growth.
Gulf War Threatens Kenya Remittances With Sh5 Billion Monthly Loss
Kenya could lose Sh5 billion every month if the Gulf conflict disrupts diaspora remittances.
Eurobond Boost Pushes Kenya Forex Reserves to Record High
The country’s forex reserves have jumped by Sh266 billion, reaching $14.59 billion (Sh1.88 trillion) after proceeds from a recent Eurobond issuance.
Pensions Equity Holdings Hit Sh312 Billion After NSE Rally
Pensions Equity Holdings Hit Sh312 Billion After NSE Rally
SHA Healthcare Funding Receives Treasury Backing for Universal Coverage
Kenya’s Treasury has allocated Sh3.5 billion in SHA healthcare funding to cover insurance contributions for the country’s poorest households.
Companies
Tracks performance, strategy, and major moves across Kenya’s corporate landscape. Reports on financial results, leadership changes, and strategic developments within local and multinational firms.
U.S. mining firms strike deals in Burundi as race for Africa’s critical minerals intensifies
Under the first deal, New York Stock Exchange-listed Lifezone Metals has secured a 14-month exclusivity agreement to develop the Musongati nickel laterite project, Burundi's most significant nickel deposit and a key asset within the East African Nickel Belt
KCB Posts Record KSh 68.35Bn Profit, Dividends Scale to KSh 7 Per Share
The performance represents the highest annual profit in KCB's history and underscores the resilience of Kenya's banking sector despite persistent economic headwinds including rising interest rates, inflationary pressures, and reduced household spending power.
No Job cuts, Nation Media’s new majority shareholder Rostam Azizi assures employees
Tanzanian billionaire Rostam Azizi says Nation Media Group will expand and create more jobs under new ownership.
Adidas eyes Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris as next chairman
Sawiris co-owns and chairs Aston Villa Football Club in the English Premier League and holds a 5 per cent stake in Madison Square Garden Sports, the parent company of the NBA's New York Knicks and the NHL's New York Rangers.
Economy
Provides authoritative coverage of the forces shaping Kenya’s economic and financial environment. Tracks policy, markets, banking, inflation, and trade to deliver data-driven insights for decision-makers.
Uganda Grants Visa-Free Entry to Kenya, 39 Other Countries, to Boost Tourism and Trade
The policy, announced by the Uganda Ministry of Internal Affairs and implemented by the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, allows travellers from designated nations to enter Uganda without obtaining a visa in advance for stays of up to three months for tourism or business purposes.
U.S. mining firms strike deals in Burundi as race for Africa’s critical minerals intensifies
Under the first deal, New York Stock Exchange-listed Lifezone Metals has secured a 14-month exclusivity agreement to develop the Musongati nickel laterite project, Burundi's most significant nickel deposit and a key asset within the East African Nickel Belt
Kenya, Rwanda Sign Deal to Simplify Cross-Border Payments for PSPs
The deal, signed between the Central Bank of Kenya and the National Bank of Rwanda, establishes a framework to streamline licensing procedures for payment service providers seeking to expand across the two markets.
Nigeria Suspends Petrol Import Licences, Monopoly Now With Dangote
Nigeria has suspended the issuance of petrol import licences for a second consecutive month, signalling a fundamental shift in the country's fuel supply chain as regulators enforce provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act that prioritise local production over foreign imports.
Technology
Covers the digital shifts, innovations, and startups shaping Kenya’s business future. Reports on AI, fintech, telecoms, e-commerce, and the broader digital economy.
Kenyan Tech Startups Create Jobs but Struggle to Scale
Kenya’s tech startups are powerhouses of job creation, generating 80% of new tech sector employment.
AI Business Lending Pressures Entrepreneurs to Modernize
A new rule is quietly emerging in the world of small business finance: No AI plan. No loan.
Africa Investment Market Signals New Era for Global Business
Today, the Africa investment market is becoming one of the most important growth frontiers for global businesses.
Online Investment Platforms Reshape Kenya’s Capital Markets
Kenya’s CMA plans new licensing rules for online investment platforms.
Analysis
In-depth storytelling and investigative journalism on Kenya’s business landscape. We deliver deep dives, detailed investigations, and expert insights that go beyond standard reporting.
Infrastructure Growth Without Industrial Policy Is Cosmetic
Kenya has built roads, rail and power at record speed, but without a clear industrial strategy, the country risks accelerating imports rather than manufacturing its own prosperity.
Kodak Invented the Future but Refused to Embrace It and Paid the Ultimate Price
Kodak didn’t collapse because it lacked innovation. It collapsed because it hesitated to lead the very future it created. Its story remains one of the most powerful warnings in modern business history.
Kenya’s Economy in 2026: Are We Heading in the Right or Wrong Direction?
Kenya’s economy is walking a tightrope between steady growth and rising debt pressures, with the coming years set to determine whether fiscal reforms translate into sustainable prosperity or deeper financial strain.
20 Years On How 2005 Reshaped Kenya’s Economy
Two decades ago, 2005 marked a turning point for Kenya’s economy — from debt relief and mobile banking breakthroughs to bold moves in mining and finance, the decisions made then continue to influence the nation’s economic landscape today.
Opinion
A platform for expert commentary, editorial perspectives, and thought leadership on Kenya’s business and economic issues. Features columns, editorials, and special guest essays.
Azym Dossa (1950–2026): The Easy Coach Founder Who Changed Kenya’s Bus Travel Forever
Kenya’s transport industry is mourning the death of Azym Dossa, the founder of Easy Coach, whose bold vision and disciplined management style transformed long-distance bus travel in the country. Dossa
The Shilling Stabilization Story — Is It Sustainable?
The Kenyan shilling has steadied after months of turbulence, but true stability depends not on temporary calm, but on deeper economic fundamentals.
Kenya’s Middle Class Is Shrinking — And We’re Pretending It Isn’t
Kenya’s economic conversation celebrates growth figures while quietly overlooking the financial suffocation of the very class that sustains its tax base and consumption engine.
Why Sameer Naushad Merali Is Considered One of Kenya’s Richest and Most Strategic Business Titans
He rarely seeks the spotlight, yet his influence runs through Nairobi’s skyline, the tea fields of Kenya, and the balance sheets of listed companies — Sameer Naushad Merali is quietly steering one of East Africa’s most formidable business empires.
Lifestyle
Explores the intersection of business, culture, and personal well-being in modern Kenya. Covers trends in executive life, leisure, and consumer behavior.
Inside Nairobi’s Most Exclusive Business Social Circles
In Nairobi, power does not always sit behind a boardroom table — sometimes it plays out quietly over golf, private dinners, and invitation-only gatherings where influence moves faster than headlines.
Leadership Is a Lifestyle Before It Is a Title
In boardrooms, startups, and family businesses alike, true leadership is not defined by position or profit margins — it is defined by discipline, consistency, and the quiet habits practiced when no one is watching.
Networking Without Desperation: How Serious Operators Build Influence Silently
Real influence isn’t loud, fast, or transactional — it’s consistent, strategic, and quiet. Successful operators aren’t chasing connections; they are cultivating value.
The Rise of Fitness Culture in Kenyan Urban Centers: A Business Perspective
In recent years, a vibrant fitness culture has surged in Kenya’s urban centers, particularly in Nairobi and Mombasa. This transformation represents a significant opportunity for entrepreneurs and businesses seeking to
Videos
A dynamic library of business news reports, executive interviews, and market analysis in video format. Provides visual storytelling and on-the-ground coverage of key events.
Elon Musk’s Blueprint for the Future: Autonomous Cars, Underground Highways and Mars
In this widely viewed TED conversation, Elon Musk outlines his ambitious plans to revolutionize transportation with underground tunnels, advance autonomous electric vehicles, and ultimately make humanity a multiplanetary species.
50 Entrepreneurs, One Powerful Lesson: Timeless Business Advice from the World’s Top Founders
This viral compilation brings together 50 of the world’s most influential entrepreneurs, delivering sharp, no-nonsense business wisdom drawn from real experience. From Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs to Elon Musk,
Steve Jobs’ Greatest Speech: A Masterclass in Business Vision and Bold Leadership
Few speeches in business history have resonated as deeply as Steve Jobs’ iconic address, a powerful reminder that innovation is born at the intersection of courage, clarity, and conviction. In
The Two Silent Killers Behind Every Startup Failure
In her compelling TEDxSanDiego talk, investor and business strategist Misti Cain strips away the myths surrounding startup collapse and delivers a bold truth: all startups fail for just two reasons.
