Kenya’s Treasury has allocated Sh3.5 billion in SHA healthcare funding to cover insurance contributions for the country’s poorest households.
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The future of living in East Africa is becoming increasingly connected.
Kenya’s telecom regulator is preparing to roll out a new SMS-based system that will allow citizens to instantly see all mobile phone numbers registered using their national ID or passport, a major step in the fight against identity theft and SIM-related fraud
Dividends from Safaricom and other blue-chip firms have propelled the NSE to a record high, signalling renewed investor confidence as strong earnings translate into rising market wealth.
Africa’s geographical proximity to Europe is a major advantage. Shorter shipping routes reduce delivery times, freight costs and exposure to geopolitical disruptions.
Kenya’s small traders face a potential 16% VAT shock.
Investor education remains critical as easier access through Ziidi Trader does not eliminate market risk, price volatility, or the need for research and patience before buying shares.
Equity risk premiums, the additional returns investors demand to compensate for country-specific risks, range from as low as 4–5% in stable economies to over 30% in the most volatile markets.
Forget flashy apps and crypto dreams — Africa’s real economic acceleration will come from the backbone of trade: logistics, warehousing, and compliance systems. These “boring” sectors are quietly powering jobs, reducing costs, and unlocking intra‑Africa commerce.
Real influence isn’t loud, fast, or transactional — it’s consistent, strategic, and quiet. Successful operators aren’t chasing connections; they are cultivating value.
