In a major relief for taxpayers, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has rolled out an enhanced tax amnesty program, waiving an impressive Kshs. 140 billion in penalties and interest. Re-launched …
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Kenya Secures Ksh 128 Billion Deal to Boost Industrial Growth and Trade
by Editorby EditorIn a significant step toward accelerating industrialization and boosting economic growth, Kenya has entered into a KSh128 billion ($1 billion) lease agreement with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This deal …
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How Ex-Equity bank employee orchestrated sh380M fraud in just one month
by Editorby EditorA legal battle has ensued after Equity Bank flagged questionable fund transfers amounting to Sh386.5 million, which it attributed to fraudulent activities involving a former employee. According to court documents, …
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Kenya Leads Africa in 2024 Venture Capital Investments with Record-Breaking $537 Million
by Editorby EditorKenya has emerged as the top destination for venture capital (VC) funding in Africa for the year ending December 31, 2024, securing $537 million (Sh69.4 billion) in investments from 73 …
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East African Portland Cement’s Market Comeback Drives Massive Revenue Growth
by Editorby EditorEast African Portland Cement (EAPC) has made a remarkable turnaround, posting a Sh35 million profit for the six months ending December 2023, reversing a half-year loss of Sh720.7 million. This …
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The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has reported an increase in the prices of several essential commodities between January and February. In its monthly survey released on Friday, February …
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Ministry of Education Launches Nationwide CBE Dialogues Across 47 Counties
by Editorby EditorKenya’s Ministry of Education has announced a series of county-based dialogues aimed at enhancing education quality and learning outcomes under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system. These dialogues, set to take …
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The government is set to introduce a registration and regulation framework for all beach operators in Kenya as part of efforts to enhance the tourism sector. The Ministry of Tourism …
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In a significant move to support the country’s agricultural sector and ensure food security, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has announced that maize seed prices will remain unchanged …
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Kenya Re Targets 50% Growth in Life Reinsurance with New Global Unit
by Editorby EditorKenya Reinsurance Company (Kenya Re) is gearing up for a major expansion of its life reinsurance business, targeting a remarkable 50% growth in premiums within the next year. This ambitious …