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Economy

Understanding the 11th Edition of Our Ocean Conference: Policies, Impact, and Future Directions

Explore the key policies, impacts, and future prospects of the 11th Edition of the Our Ocean Conference, emphasizing global efforts to protect marine ecosystems

Business

Kenya to Lease Seven Additional KPA Assets via PPP, Enhancing Public-Private Infrastructure Collaboration

Kenya plans to lease seven more Kenya Ports Authority assets through PPP agreements, strengthening infrastructure development and private sector involvement in港

Finance

World Bank Excludes Kenya's Emergency Loan Request from Board Agenda

World Bank excludes Kenya's emergency loan request from board agenda, impacting Kenya's economic relief efforts amid regional conflicts.

Economy

Wanjigi Calls for Rejection of Finance Bill 2026, Accuses Government of Illegal Borrowing

Kenyan politician Wanjigi calls for rejection of Finance Bill 2026 over concerns of illegal borrowing and debt mismanagement.

Business

Motorists Slam EPRA Over Sh0.22 Fuel Price Cut Outrage Kenya

Motorists in Kenya have slammed EPRA’s Sh0.22 petrol cut as insignificant, demanding transparency in fuel pricing and a review of the formula.

Economy

CS Wandayi Issues Warning to Oil Marketing Companies Following EPRA Review

CS Opiyo Wandayi warns oil marketing firms against hoarding fuel after EPRA review, aiming to maintain fuel stability in Kenya.

Economy

Kenya Airways Announces Ksh194 Billion Capital Raise to Address Debt Crisis

Kenya Airways plans to raise Ksh194 billion in fresh capital to manage its debt crisis and support growth initiatives, signaling a major strategic turnaround.

Business

Joan Muthui: From Pharmacy To Beeswax

Discover how Joan Muthui transformed beekeeping by-products into a successful organic skincare brand in Kenya.

Economy

Kenyan Government Presents Historic KSh 4.82 Trillion Budget Amid Economic Challenges

Kenya's government introduces a groundbreaking KSh 4.82 trillion budget to support economic recovery and development during challenging times.

Economy

Kenya, Norway Strike Deal to Recruit 1,000 Seafarers by 2030

Kenya and Norway have signed a deal to employ 1,000 Kenyan seafarers by 2030, creating overseas job opportunities and boosting maritime skills.