The Government of Kenya has expressed deep concern over recent trade measures enacted by Tanzania, terming them a threat to regional integration and cross-border commerce within the East African Community (EAC). Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Hon. Lee Kinyanjui, has issued a statement outlining Kenya’s objections to newly introduced Tanzanian tax policies and…
From left to right: Samuel Ogeno (University of Nairobi), Sophy Rop (United States International University–Africa), Michael Kamau (ICT Academy Program Manager, Huawei Technologies Kenya), Huldah Mwihaki (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology), Shem Machii (Dedan Kimathi University of Technology), and Erick Mungai (Moi University) during the Huawei “Seeds for the Future” 2025 return event…
DOHA, Qatar-Qatar Airways has unveiled a groundbreaking subscription service under its loyalty programme, Privilege Club. Dubbed Privilege Club Pro, the new offering allows members to subscribe for monthly rewards marking the first time a loyalty programme using Avios has introduced a model that includes both Avios and Qpoints. Developed in partnership with Points, a Plusgrade…
DOHA, Qatar, July 28, 2025 – Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of scheduled flights to Aleppo, Syria, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s post-conflict regional expansion. Starting 10 August 2025, the carrier will operate three weekly flights between Doha and Aleppo, with plans to increase the frequency to four weekly flights beginning 1…
Equity Bank Kenya and Equity Group Foundation (EGF) have partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to launch the globally acclaimed Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women program in Kenya. The initiative aims to empower women entrepreneurs with practical business education and unlock their potential to contribute to inclusive economic growth. The program, developed by Goldman Sachs…
Kenya Cane, one of Kenya’s most iconic spirits and a proud symbol of “The True Kenyan Spirit”, is set to unveil its latest innovation Kenya Cane Lemon & Ginger at a vibrant consumer launch this Saturday at the MKU Pavilion Grounds in Thika. Scheduled to kick off at 2:00 pm and run into the night,…
Johannesburg, South Africa – 23 July 2025 — In a renewed strategic move aimed at transforming Africa’s financial landscape, Absa Group and Visa have extended their longstanding partnership to foster inclusive, secure, and digitally driven payment ecosystems across the continent. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony held in Johannesburg, reaffirming the two companies’…
Head of Forensics, Fraud and Physical Security at Absa Bank Kenya PLC,George Maracha By George Maracha Kenya’s fast-growing digital economy is facing an alarming spike in cyber fraud, with artificial intelligence (AI) now fueling a new wave of scams targeting individuals, families, and financial institutions. From AI-generated impersonation to sophisticated phishing techniques, fraudsters are increasingly…
Safaricom’s mobile money platform M-Pesa has unveiled three new credit products aimed at strengthening access to finance for Kenya’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The new offerings Taasi Pochi, Fuliza Biashara, and Taasi Till Loan are designed to ease liquidity constraints faced by traders and business owners, offering loans of up to KSh 400,000 with…
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 27, 2025 – Safaricom PLC (NSE: SCOM) will maintain a KES 48.08 billion dividend payout for the third consecutive year, following shareholder approval during its 17th Annual General Meeting. Investors endorsed a final dividend of KES 0.65 per share for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, bringing the total annual payout…
