Paint manufacturer, Crown Paints PLC Kenya, in partnership with Peak Performance International, a training, coaching, and mentorship consultancy firm; has launched a comprehensive business coaching and mentorship program tailored exclusively …
Amidst the ongoing turbulent economic times, the imperative of a robust savings culture continues to be very apparent. Businesses and companies worldwide are reassessing their expenditures, with job cuts and …
In Kenya, there are around 29 regulated Money Market Fund Managers managing over Kshs 215 bn in collective investment schemes. Selecting the best Money Market Fund involves considering several factors …
This happens to be one of the many questions we receive every day at Abojani Investments. It’s a decision that comes with both potential rewards and risks. On one hand, …
There are major discussions about Nigerians in Kenya. The discussion came up during the week with a section of Nigerians accusing Kenyans of being xenophobic. According to the online sentiments, …
Mary Mulili was appointed the CEO of UBA Kenya, becoming the first woman to head the bank in Kenya in its 11 years of existence in the Kenyan market. Immediately …
Kenya’s largest Sacco, and the second-largest in Africa in asset base, Stima Sacco, posted impressive financial results for the financial year 2023 with the number of members moving past 200,000 …
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the nonprofit organization that coordinates the Domain Name System (DNS), announced today that the application window for the first cycle of the ICANN …
In the last few years, Kenya’s retail industry has been experiencing continuous transformation, prompting the need to relook the way we operate, adopt new ways of doing business, and normalize …
BasiGo has secured $3 million worth of equity funding from CFAO Group (CFAO), a leading player in mobility, healthcare, consumer, and infrastructure business in Africa, wholly owned by Toyota Tsusho …
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) on Friday announced the selection of 1,104 beneficiaries from 54 African countries for the 2024 edition of its annual entrepreneurship program which will see all …
In Kenya, entrepreneurs, particularly those engaged in agribusiness (agripreneurs), form the bedrock of rural economies. Indeed, at least 70% of rural Kenyans are employed in agricultural value chains, mostly as …
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering African entrepreneurs, will announce 1,200 African entrepreneurs across 54 African countries as beneficiaries of its flagship Entrepreneurship Program. The announcement will …
As business organizations continue to evolve, they are constantly challenged to stay ahead of the curve, anticipate market shifts, and adapt to changing investor expectations. Indeed, over the years, most …
Bolt, the leading ride-hailing platform in Africa, has today launched an Accelerator Program to empower Kenyan drivers and couriers or their immediate family members on an entrepreneurial journey. More than …
As I strolled through the busy corridors of a familiar mall in the city, memories of Nairobi’s yesteryears flooded my mind. Brands like Bata and Uchumi dominated the landscape, their …
Glovo has teamed with a world leader in digital payments, Visa, to empower small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) through a series of online training courses. The collaboration is a result of Glovo …
The Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communications (GSMC) has launched its Master of Arts in Strategic Communications Program as it seeks to expand its influence on communications …
Vive Digital has rebranded to Vive Digital Consulting shifting its focus to healthcare, medical, and wellness marketing on the web to address and meet growing passion and expertise in the …
The African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and United Bank for Africa (UBA) on Monday signed a partnership that ensures that UBA provides $100 million in new loans to Small and Medium …
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre has launched a mentorship program for women pursuing technology studies at universities. The first cohort of the initiative, called Women Inspiring and Nurturing Students (WINS), …
Old Mutual has launched its latest Financial Services Monitor, which offers invaluable insights into the financial behaviors and attitudes of Kenyans, with a particular focus on women. This second edition …
UBA Kenya swept the counters at the 11th Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards – East Africa at Radisson Blu Hotel, Upperhill, Nairobi. “We are delighted to announce …
At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, many businesses in Kenya were struggling. Hundreds of thousands of businesses were shut down and about 12 million people lost their jobs. (The …
It is now official that all businesses, both corporates and SMEs will have to generate their invoices through the Kenya Revenue Authority platform, eTIMS. KRA has made the process of …
When the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) first rolled out the requirements of eTIMS for non-VAT businesses and individuals; that is billing and generating invoices for sell of products and services …
Family Bank has been crowned winner of the 2023 Battle of the Banks Africa for the best-performing young bankers on the continent. The Bank has also received special awards for …
The Chartered Financial Analysts Society East Africa has announced the much-anticipated 5th Annual East Africa Investment Conference, scheduled to take place on March 28, 2024, in Kigali- Rwanda. This landmark …
The deadline for the application for the Tony Elumelu Foundation business grant of up to USD 5000 for Kenyan entrepreneurs will be on March 1, 2024. This means that Kenyan …
Leading electronics manufacturer LG has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering the professional growth of university students in Kenya through guidance on career paths and opportunities in both local and international …
Business Current Account by Family Bank Kenya is designed to save you time and hassle, giving you everything you need to manage your day-to-day business finances. It is the best …
If you are like me, you probably had your first interactions with having a sense of controlling money when you went to Boarding school. And even then, this mostly involved …
Family Bank has one of the best Business Current Accounts that suits all your business needs. Business Current Account is designed to save you time and hassle, giving you everything …
The Old Mutual Group has today launched the first-ever Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor (OMFSM), a pioneering study that provides comprehensive insights into the Kenyan financial landscape. The OMFSM is …
The eco. business Fund has extended a USD 5 million loan, equivalent to KES 805 million, to its partner in Kenya, Family Bank to bolster sustainability-certified companies, small-holder farmers, and …
Glovo, the leading technology platform for on-demand delivery, launched the Glovo Africa Graduate Program, an initiative designed to boost the potential of young Kenyan talent while extending to other countries …
As the world increasingly continues to move towards adopting green and friendly solutions in a race against time to save the earth, Crown Paints, a leading paint, and coating company …
With over two decades of unparalleled experience in the banking sector, Ms. Mary Mulili is a distinguished professional known for her expertise and leadership. Her journey in the financial industry …
In recent years, there has been a notable shift in consumer behavior and preferences. Customers have transitioned from simply purchasing products or services to a more nuanced consideration of supporting …
Collins Kathuli, a software development student at KCA University and founder of Kyanda Africa, won first place in Kenya’s 2023-2024 Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) competition. He …
Every great business in the world started as a dream that became an idea and then nurtured into reality. Business ideas are great but without nurturing with support from people …
Every parent wants the best for their child. This includes them having access to quality education as well as quality healthcare. At the same time, every parent wants their child …
As the year ends now is a good time to reflect on 2023, and the verdict is clear, it has been a challenging 12 months for both businesses and individuals …
Small and medium enterprises, or simply SMEs, are an important pillar of Kenya’s economy, creating millions of jobs and driving innovation in key sectors of the economy. Apart from propelling …
We are at the beginning of a new year, and as an entrepreneur in Kenya, you may be yearning for a fresh start following a tough 2023. As you set …
The Kenyan Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), the world’s leading peer-to-peer network of successful business leaders, will host its qualifying competition for the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) on …
Engage BCW, an award-winning PR and Communications agency based in Nairobi scooped several awards at the annual PRSK Awards further cementing its position as a voice leader in communication strategies, …
Seiko Epson Corporation has become the first in its sector to fully adopt renewable energy sources for all its operations worldwide as of December 2023. This shift to green energy …
Kenya’s economic foundation unquestionably rests upon its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). As indicated in Sessional Paper Number 5 of 2020 on Kenya Micro and Small Enterprises Policy, these …
A new year comes with opportunities for you to make greater connections with your finances, with better money management being one of the top 3 resolutions. Research shows that 80% …
We all agree the past few years/months, our operating environments have not all been rosy in the post-pandemic era. Businesses globally and locally continue to face the brunt of global …
The world is increasingly embracing a greener and more sustainable future. One crucial step to a healthier planet is waste management, specifically through reusing and recycling. While many businesses talk …
Our kids deserve the best in life. They deserve the best medication and the best education. They deserve to live a better life than their parents. It is the only …
Over the past few years, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya have experienced challenges that have significantly impacted their operations and viability. From inadequate government support and poor …
WPP Scangroup PLC has joined the club of Kenyan listed companies to release an environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) report as per the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) reporting guidelines. In …
Absa Bank Kenya colleagues drawn from various Absa branches in Nairobi and Thika have embarked on a series of community outreach initiatives that will be rolled out throughout the festive …
We all need a financial boost now and then. In most cases, it is not easy to get a loan from a commercial bank as an individual and perhaps with …
Absa Bank Kenya has today increased the interest rate on deposits in the Absa Digital Savings account to 10% per annum, up from 9% per annum, effective from December 12, …
Huawei Kenya and 38 other Chinese firms have teamed to absorb more than 500 young Kenyans in various sectors including ICT, manufacturing, trade, and construction. Addressing President William Ruo when …
78 emerging leaders in food systems graduated from the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) program hosted by AGRA. The center is an AGRA-led initiative, co-implemented by the African …
Stanbic Kenya Foundation culminated the successful completion of its 2023 Blue Economy Program in the coastal region through a graduation and computer handover ceremony held in Serena Hotel, Mombasa. The …
Kenya rides on the wheels of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 90 percent of businesses in the country are said to be SMEs. These businesses employ 86 percent of the …
Absa Bank Kenya’s Mobile Banking Wallet, Timiza recorded a 35.7% Year-on-Year growth in loan disbursements to KES 14.8 billion during the first nine months of this year up from KES …
Kisumu City recently played host to an electrifying night of music and entertainment as “Smirnoff Unleash Your Edge Fiesta” took center stage at the Mambo Leo grounds. The event, hosted …
8 UBA Bank subsidiaries in 20 African markets that the bank operates emerged victorious and won the Bank Of The Year Award at The Bankers Awards 2023, organized by The …
Stima Sacco is one of the largest Saccos within and without Kenya in terms of member deposits, asset base, members, as well as the amount of dividends being paid to …
250 youths have completed software development training courtesy of investment between The Family Group Foundation and Adanian Labs Africa. This marks the second cohort of software engineers that have undergone …
Kenya has witnessed a transformative shift in its business landscape, driven by the dynamic rise of co-working spaces that are increasingly being embraced, not just by individual entrepreneurs but by …
Family Bank set aside a whopping 50 billion shillings just for women. No other bank has done that. The new product is called Queen Banking and is tailored towards empowering …
Real estate investment is one of the myriad ways that you can use to create wealth. Wealth grows through compounding, which means putting money into something with the expectation of …
Nothing is as frustrating as being in another country and unable to send cash hope to support your family, friends, and associates. Of course, there are various options that one …
Five thousand three hundred (5,300) small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have graduated from Google’s Hustle Academy. This milestone underscores their dedication to improving business acumen and skill sets. The graduation …
Farming in Kenya is the easiest way to make money, not just money, but a lot of money. But most people often get it wrong. Everyone can do farming in …
Trade is a fundamental enabler of sustainable development, inclusive growth, and poverty reduction. By facilitating the exchange of goods and services, trade sustains businesses, and creates jobs and livelihoods. To …
As Kenyan enterprises continue to transform and invest in enterprise IT and digital technologies, there is high demand for the skills and talent needed to sustain that transformation. IT is …
Imagine opening a bank account where you get access to everything from savings, loans, investments, and insurance to rewards without any hustle. Imagine having such an account that does not …
The world economy is in a state of uncertainty characterized by rising inflation attributed to the lingering impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on global supply chains and the protracted conflict …
Forty business leaders from across East, Central, and Southern Africa (18 Kenyans and others from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Madagascar, and other countries in the region) were awarded certificates of completion by …
Introducing FairKash+, your ultimate financial ally and a premier online lending platform dedicated to providing swift loans for individuals requiring immediate financial support. We understand that when unexpected expenses arise, …
As Kenyans continue to struggle with tough economic times, coupled with the high cost of living, as well as that of doing business, Kenya’s largest Sacco, Stima Sacco, has come …
In every corner of Kenya, the heartbeat of local economies can be found in the unassuming but vital structures known as Dukas. These small shops, often overlooked, play a monumental …
Africa’s leading fintech, Flutterwave, has expanded its remittance services to Malawi with a new International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) license with a promise of capitalizing on tech to enhance transactions …
In every Kenyan neighborhood, the humble Duka stands as a cornerstone of community life. Today, we celebrate not just these small shops but the launch of a transformative initiative – …
Let us face it. Women, just like love, make the world go round. How would the world be without women? Women are the mothers of the universe, the beauty of …
They say we grow by learning and we grow more by teaching what we have. Maybe this applied in academia and the teaching world, but not within a surrounding of …
In anticipation of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28), Crtve Development, in collaboration with the African Youth Collaboration Assembly (AYCA) and the Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya, hosted …
Initially, once you bought airtime via M-Pesa by accident, that was it. However much the amount, you had to either devise a way to sell that airtime or just use …
TAQA Dalbit has announced the commissioning of Tanzania’s first integrated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Filling Station and Conversion Center branded “Master Gas” located at Pugu Road-Airport Area in Dar es …
Around the same time a year ago a kg of onions cost at most Ksh60 but today the price is Ksh140. The price has in effect more than doubled. Over …
It is not easy to set up a hotel in Kenya. Forget about the vibanda you see on the side of the road. We are talking about a proper hotel. …
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, and Saudi Export-Import Bank (Saudi EXIM), a premier export credit agency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have announced a partnership …
Korean firms are seeking entry into the Kenyan market to provide smart technologies as Kenya gears to step up its smart city game. Speaking during the unveiling of the Korean …
Kuza Asset Management, a Nairobi-based asset management firm, has officially launched, focusing on catering to institutional, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and retail investors who are looking for customized investments that are prudently …
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, one thing remains constant: the undeniable importance of valuing employees. Beyond the traditional metrics of productivity and profit margins, enlightened organizations are increasingly …
The local manufacturers showcase dubbed Changamka Festival organized by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) Nairobi Edition officially came to a close with …
Running a small business is not a walk in the park. One has to sacrifice, and have the will to always move on no matter what. Sometimes you will fall, …
There is no doubt that Kenya runs on the wheels of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 90 percent of businesses in the country are SMEs, employing 86 percent of the …
Every surrounding in Kenya has a small shop, commonly known as Duka or Dukas. This is a small and sizeable business building or structure within the neighborhood that provides people …
Family Bank has been recognized and awarded as the Best in Internal Customer Experience at the 2023 Service Excellence Awards organized by the Institute of Customer Experience (ICX) Kenya. The …
The Africa Online Safety Fund (AOSF) has announced the winners of this year’s grants, among them four organizations operating in Kenya: Boltech Consultancy, Watoto Watch Network, Wezesha Innovation Foundation, and …
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