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PS Susan Mang’eni at Bunge Towers,Parliament. February 24, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Financial technology (fintech) firms interested in the Kenyan…
Students from various universities and TVET institutions showcase their skills. [File, Standard] Many companies and industries are compelled to invest…
Paul Russo KCB Group CEO speaking during 2024 full year financial results on 12th March 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] KCB Group…
Equity Group CEO James Mwangi. [James Wanzala, Standard] Equity Bank Kenya and Equity Group Foundation have signed a new partnership…
Gulf Energy, through its affiliate Auron Energy, has signed a sale and purchase agreement with Tullow Oil that will see…
WhatsApp Business Calling, a new feature that enables businesses to make and receive voice calls via their WhatsApp Business numbers,…
Agriculture and Livestock CS Mutahi Kagwe before the National Assembly Agriculture and Livestock Committee on February 21, 2025[Boniface Okendo, Standard]…
Boehringer Ingelheim, a German pharmaceutical company, has expanded its Social Engagement Fund portfolio with new investments in Kasha Global and…
Kenya’s fiscal stability faces fresh challenges after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) fell Sh47.3 billion short of its tax collection…
A former General Manager at Equity Bank has failed in his attempt to reclaim his position, where he earned a monthly salary…
Caption Entrepreneur and philanthropist billionaire Mo Ibrahim says the formation of a continental credit rating agency, as envisioned by President…
President William Ruto, accompanied by his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping inspects a guard of honor at the Great Hall of…
President William Ruto, accompanied by his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping inspects a guard of honor at the Great Hall of…
Treasury CS John Mbadi before the Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations at Bunge Towers, Parliament, Nairobi. July 17th,2025…
Samwel Kumba, KeNHA Deputy Director Corporate Communications addresses the media at the Ole Sereni Bypass Interchange[Elvis Ogina, Standard] Kenya National…
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu before the National Assembly’s Cohesion Committee at Continental House, Parliament, Nairobi. April 15th,2025 [Elvis Ogina, Standard]…
Caption Entrepreneur and philanthropist billionaire Mo Ibrahim says the formation of a continental credit rating agency, as envisioned by President…
From left: Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) CEO Frank Mwiti, NSE EmpowerHER Lead Demi Murila, Chief of Staff in the Office…
Recently, I crisscrossed several counties — from Kajiado to Machakos, Nairobi to Eldoret, West Pokot to Isiolo — each stop…
Consumers seek low-sugar drinks as Cuppa Lemon Ice Tea enters Kenya’s market. [iStock] Kenya’s soft drinks market is facing pressure…
Consumers seek low-sugar drinks as Cuppa Lemon Ice Tea enters Kenya’s market. [iStock] Kenya’s soft drinks market is facing pressure…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro’s recent announcement that the government has securitised fuel levies raises questions about the legality of Kenya’s…
A Fuel pump operator at the Rubis Petrol station along Koinange Street, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Unlock the Full Story…
President William Ruto harvests sugar cane during the launch of the issuance of bonuses for sugarcane farmers in Mumias, Kakamega…
Sidian Bank team pose with the awards won at the 2025 Think Business Insurance Awards./HANDOUT Sidian Bancassurance Intermediary Limited, a subsidiary…
The Port of Mombasa has posted robust growth in cargo and container volumes in the first half of 2025, defying…
Insurance Regulatory Authority emblem. [Standard, File] The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has ordered 20 insurance brokers to cease operations in…
The Agriculture and food Authority (AFA) [Courtesy] The Agriculture and food Authority (AFA) has announced plans to ban on exports…
Kenya’s media freedom is facing increased strain, with the latest Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index showing a sharp deterioration in…
A house in South B. [File, Standard] Land prices in Nairobi’s fast-developing Eastleigh and South B suburbs have surged, nearing…
US aviation giant Boeing on Thursday signed a contract valued at $7 billion to sell 12 787 Dreamliners, with…
A house in South B. [File, Standard] Land prices in Nairobi’s fast-developing Eastleigh and South B suburbs have surged, nearing…
PS Susan Mang’eni (MSME Development) during a meeting with the National Assembly’s Committee on Trade, Cooperatives and Industry over the…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro speaking during the launch of the institute’s annual national shadow budget for 2025-26 financial year. [Wilberforce…
Standard Chartered Kenya Board of Directors Chairperson Kellen Kariuki and Managing Director and CEO Kenya and Africa Kariuki Ngari…
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a Cabinet Meeting at the White House on July 08, 2025 in Washington, DC.…
Cabinet Secretary for Trade Lee Kinyanjui launched the Coffee Club Kenya in Lavington along Gitanga Road,the first of its kind…
Kenya Revenue Authority headquarters in Nairobi. [File, Standard] The Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) Customs and Border Control Department collected Sh879.3…
John Mbadi Cabinet Secretary the National Treasury and Economic Planning. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended…
Envirosafe, a company operating inside EPZ in Athiriver, regularly incinerates hazardous waste. [Gardy Chacha/Standard] Most of the African cities are…
Workers at Affordable housing at Lumumba in Kisumu city, traders taking opportunities that are cropping up from the project. [Michael…
Kenya Ports Authority. [Courtesy] Importers at the Port of Mombasa are staring at huge costs as shipping lines impose punitive…
Workers at Affordable housing at Lumumba in Kisumu city, traders taking opportunities that are cropping up from the project. [Michael…
A pump attendant fueling a car at a petrol station along koinange street. [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory…
An artistic impression of a factory at the Naivasha Special Economic Zone. [Courtesy] The development of green industrial parks, such…
From left- Dr Cleophas Ambira Chairman Kenya Association of Records managers and Archivists (KARMA), Mary Kerema, Secretary ICT, E-Government and…
Envirosafe, a company operating inside EPZ in Athiriver, regularly incinerates hazardous waste. [Gardy Chacha/Standard] Most of the African cities are…
Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) Executive Secretary Justus Omae Nyarandi during a training to heavy commercial truck…
Shofco Sacco staff celebrate after receiving seven national awards at the 2025 Ushirika Day in Nairobi. [Winfrey Owino, Standard] Thousands…
Coffee farmers sort out berries at a factory. [File, Standard] The coffee proceeds from the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) have…
Martin Chomba, Chairman of the Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya during an interview on spice. [Screen Grab] Monday’s hike in…
Wildebeests in Maasai Mara National Reserve [Peter Muiruri/Standard] In a historic moment for Kenya’s tourism and conservation sectors, the Maasai…
Young businessman experiencing stress during late night at work [Stock photo] Almost 20 years ago, when my business was still in its…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a stern directive to financial institutions, motor vehicle dealers, and both public and private…
Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto addresses a past press briefing. [File, Standard] An activist has filed a petition…
The insurance industry, often functioning traditionally, has recently had to play a technology catch-up to a fast-changing business environment. With…
AI powered technology improving maternal and child health. [Courtesy] The insurance industry, often functioning traditionally, has recently had to play a technology catch-up to…
Huawei’s 10.2-inch Mate XT tablet. [Courtesy] There was a time when a smartphone was a status symbol. It dictated who…
Jeanette Oromo, CEO of The IMC People, Kisumu County Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, IMC Managing Director Richard Oluoch, Farida Salim, Kisumu…
President William Ruto inspects a guard consisting of National Youth Service Recruits on August 26, 2024 at Gilgil Sub County…
Kenya’s start-up ecosystem is littered with failures. In recent months, many start-ups have closed shop, while more are teetering on…
A PSV vehicle being fueled at a petrol station along Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi. [Wilberforce Okwiri/Standard] The Energy and Petroleum…
Equity Group CEO James Mwangi during an investor briefing event. [File, Standard] Equity Bank has been named Best Regional Bank…
Electric mobility company Spiro has been selected for the 2025 Regional Platforms for Climate Projects (RPCP) Pipeline as businesses across…
Long haul trucks along the Nairobi – Mombasa road transporting cargo. [File, Standard] Governments, development agencies, and private sector leaders…
The event will spotlight ground-breaking innovations in construction materials, lighting, mining, water systems, and more. [iStockphoto] Nairobi is set to…
The event will spotlight ground-breaking innovations in construction materials, lighting, mining, water systems, and more. [iStockphoto] Nairobi is set to…
A fan playing a PUBG video game on a mobile phone. [Courtesy] One of the world’s most popular mobile…
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has castigated the government over…
The Judiciary is experiencing ongoing disruptions to its digital systems, including its eFiling and Cause List platforms, following a series…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya’s employer-based savings and credit unit, NWDT Sacco Society, has been ranked the best performing large- and…
Ushuru SACCO CEO William Pudha, receives an award from Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, during the 103rd Ushirika Day celebrations…
Gold mining site on Masangura Hill in Homa Bay County, on July 14, 2025. [James Omoro, Standard] Residents of Masangura…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) and DropByDrop Water Systems (DropByDrop), have announced a strategic partnership to resolve non-revenue water challenges. This…
Insurance Regulatory Authority Chief Executive Godfrey Kiptum says high costs come with the introduction of new products into the market.…
Kenya relies heavily on diaspora remittances for household incomes and foreign exchange stability. [Courtesy] The financial stability of Kenyan households…
A file photo of Centum Chief Executive Officer Dr James Mworia. [File, Standard] Centum Investment Company Plc has maintained…
Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that Capital Markets Authority condemned former Sanlam Investment Ltd (SIL) CEO Kennedy Muriithi Riungu unheard. [File,…
A vehicle getting refueled. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has increased fuel prices by wide…
Bitcoin traded to an all-time high of over US$122,000 on Monday, lifted by a wave of institutional buying and growing…
Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa speaking during Safaricom plc FY25 investor briefing on 9th May 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] The High Court…
Kenya’s mobile subscription market experienced a significant 6.7% surge in the first three months of 2025, following near stagnation in…
Tourists at the Nairobi National Park. [File, Standard] Plans by Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to hike park entry fees negate…
Workers label pairs of finished jeans inside the United Aryan textile factory at the Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Nairobi…
This image released by Expo 2025 shows a view of the site of World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan on…
Herds of wildebeests crossing River Mara from Tanzania’s Serengeti national park.There is a tourism boom in Mara as the migration…
Sharon Gwada (left), Munira Hussein and Eunniah Mbabazi, when they attended the National Reading Day event, at KNLS [Courtesy] Last…
Coca Cola Africa President, speaking at the US-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Luisa Ortega./HANDOUT The Coca-Cola Company has announced that its…
A man who scavenges recyclable materials for a living, center, walks past Marabou storks feeding on a mountain of garage…
It is undeniable that Nairobi loves to drink. The city lifts its glasses with the zeal of a place forever…
Circle Gas Limited, the smart LPG distributor backed by Safaricom, continues to post heavy losses, even as it expands its…
Priya Sodi, Craft Silicon Chief Executive Officer hands over a gift to Joseph Mugume, Ebo Sacco Chief Executive Officer during…
Roqqu, a Nigerian cryptocurrency exchange, has acquired Flitaa — a Kenyan-based crypto startup operating across four African countries in a…
As Kenya contemplates undergoing a Governance Diagnostic Assessment (GDA) by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the experiences of Sri Lanka…
US President Donald Trump Financial market experts do not foresee further volatility from the United States (US) President Donald Trump’s…
Metropol CEO Gideon Kipyakwai during the release of the findings of a state of the economy ”Tala MoneyMarch” report survey conducted…
TECNO, the AI-driven innovative technology brand, is set to make global waves with the upcoming launch of its SPARK 40…
Africa stands at a pivotal era in its development trajectory. With a rapidly growing population, an increasingly youthful demographic, and…
Workneh Gebeyehu (PhD) IGAD Executive Secretary. [Courtesy] The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is playing a central role in advancing…