From the vibrant streets of Accra, Ghana, to the bustling corridors of a New York hospital, Dr. Eric Teye Otumi’s path to medicine is a testament to perseverance, passion, and purpose. As a child in Accra, Dr. Otumi was fascinated by the intricacies of the human brain. That early curiosity in neuroscience planted the seeds…
Equity Bank has been unveiled as the title sponsor of the inaugural Murang’a Investment Conference 2025, following the signing of a Sh15 million partnership deal between Equity Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi and Murang’a Governor Dr. Irungu Kang’ata. The high-profile event, scheduled for June 13–14 at Thika Greens Golf Resort, aims to position Murang’a County…
Mawingu, Kenya’s largest internet service provider targeting rural and peri-urban areas, is marking 10 years of transformative digital inclusion, driven by a long-standing partnership with Microsoft. The collaboration has connected nearly 100,000 people and institutions in 30 Kenyan counties and recently expanded services into Tanzania. Founded in Nanyuki in 2012, Mawingu was established by local…
The Kenya Devolution Civil Society Organizations Working Group (KDCWG) has submitted a memorandum to the National Assembly opposing proposed constitutional amendments seeking to entrench the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), the Senate Oversight Fund, and the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF). The CSO umbrella body, comprising networks from all 47 counties, strongly objects…
Equity Bank has once again emerged as Kenya’s most valuable brand, according to the 2025 Brand Finance Kenya 20 report, marking the second consecutive year the bank has claimed the top position. The institution recorded an 8 percent increase in brand value to KES71.3 billion, driven by robust net interest income, a broad customer base,…
Principal Secretary for Labour and Skills Development Shadrack Mwadime (right) emphasizes the government’s ongoing efforts to update labour laws in line with international standards to safeguard workers’ rights. Kenya has stepped up efforts to align its labour laws with global standards, reaffirming its commitment to protecting workers’ rights and creating employment opportunities both locally and…
Kenya Railways celebrated eight years of transformative Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) operations at the Nairobi Terminus, marking a decade since construction began and eight years since the Madaraka Express passenger and freight services were launched. Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) CEO Philip Mainga, who played a pivotal role in the project’s rollout, reflected on SGR’s journey…
Family Bank has strengthened its presence in Kenya’s coastal region with the opening of its 96th branch nationwide and the 9th in the Coast, officially launching operations at Kilifi Plaza, Kilifi County. The new branch is part of the bank’s strategic plan to deepen financial inclusion and support small businesses across the country. It will…
Alpesh Vadher,PKF Chief Executive Officer Speaking during a pre- Budget Media Briefing offering insights on the economy,Finance Bill 2025 and the expectations for the 2025/2026 Budget. PKF Kenya has expressed cautious support for the government’s ambitious tax expansion and reform agenda outlined in the 2025/26 Budget, but warns of significant risks if not carefully implemented….
Tax Director,James Mulili speaking during a PKF Pre- Budget Media Briefing offering insights on the economy ,Finance Bill,and expectations for the 2025/2026 Budget. The Kenya Shilling has demonstrated stability in recent weeks, buoyed by the weakening of the US Dollar amid ongoing trade tensions triggered by tariff policies under the new U.S. administration. The depreciation…
