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Kenya’s economy grows by 5.6%

The East African Business Mirror - May 20, 2024

Kenya's economy expanded by 5.6% in 2023, up from a revised 4.9% the previous year, according to the head of the statistics...

The CBK said its latest CEOs and market perceptions survey had shown increased concerns on the rise in fuel and electricity prices—which usually filters into the economy through increased costs of other goods and services.

Kenyan CEOs express anxiety over soaring fuel, electricity costs

October 4, 2023

Kenya’s economy to grow by 5.6% in 2023 – AfDB

October 4, 2023

The deal builds on negotiations for an EPA with the partner states of the EAC - which at the time were Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda - which were finalised in October 2014

European Commission approves Kenya’s duty-free access deal with EU, Final hurdles...

October 3, 2023

The CBK said its latest CEOs and market perceptions survey had shown increased concerns on the rise in fuel and electricity prices—which usually filters into the economy through increased costs of other goods and services.

Government takes up to sh79 in tax per liter of fuel

September 20, 2023

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How to accelerate Universal Health Coverage in Kenya

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Government sets up free maternity insurance cover for poor women

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Scientists still puzzled by low corona deaths in Africa

August 14, 2020

Tourism stakeholders back covid vaccination to sustain recovery

March 16, 2021

State receives Covid-19 testing kits worth Ksh 44m from Aga Khan

April 8, 2021

Covid keeps investors shy as Africa foreign investments decline 18pc

January 26, 2021

EAC rolls out electronic driver management system to stem Covid 19 and ease cross border cargo movement

August 13, 2020

Clinical trial of injectable ARV drug starts in Uganda

January 21, 2019

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Italy cleared to use Malindi for rocket launch

The East African Business Mirror - October 19, 2020

Kenya is ready for 5G network – Huawei

The East African Business Mirror - August 14, 2020

Employers and agents prepare for dual impact of retroactive taxes

August 4, 2023

Kenyan tea still accessing Afghanistan despite Taliban takeover

August 23, 2021

Kenya’s economy grows by 5.6%

May 20, 2024

Why cooking gas will cost more

October 1, 2021

Power use hits record in first half on recovery

August 25, 2021

Approval granted to an additional 500 data handlers within a three-month period

September 12, 2023

Tourism

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Tourism stakeholders back covid vaccination to sustain recovery

The East African Business Mirror - March 16, 2021

Kenya, Uganda top in hospitality industry targets

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Local Tourists urged to explore Magical Kenya Signature Experiences

August 18, 2020

KWS to implement triple increase in park entry fees from January next year

August 9, 2023

New Lamu port set to host first transshipment cargo

July 15, 2021

Serena reopens beach hotel as bookings for Christmas holiday rise

December 17, 2020

Trade

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Here’s a compact solution to your cargo handling challenges

The East African Business Mirror - June 24, 2021

Government to put in place measures to ease China trade barriers

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

How COVID-19 has impacted micro, small, and medium businesses in Uganda

August 13, 2020

Rai family diversifies into avocado farming

February 10, 2023

Investment

The rich defy corona, scramble for new Land Rover Defender

The East African Business Mirror - August 14, 2020

Counties in Kenya to remain deprived of funds as Senate adjourns

The East African Business Mirror - August 13, 2020

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Equity launches Sh678bn EAC economic stimulus plan

The East African Business Mirror - March 7, 2022

Co-op Bank full year net profit down 24% on higher loan provision

The East African Business Mirror - March 19, 2021

CBK refuses to reverse huge penalty to banks over NYS scam

January 21, 2019

Kenyan banks launch financial literacy campaign targeting youth

June 13, 2023

Motoring

If you fancy fuel guzzlers here’s your club

The East African Business Mirror - April 27, 2020

Kenya’s transport authority to audit matatu saccos on hiring terms

The East African Business Mirror - August 13, 2020

Agriculture

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Cashew nut dealers suffer as Magufuli deploys army

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Kenya, TZ court cases block tonnes of GMO maize seeds

The East African Business Mirror - February 10, 2023

Kenya bans importation of maize from Tanzania, Uganda

March 8, 2021

Kenyan tea still accessing Afghanistan despite Taliban takeover

August 23, 2021

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Chandaria loses firm to NCBA over Sh4bn debt

The East African Business Mirror - June 21, 2021

Uganda force new telcos to share infrastructure

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

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July 2, 2021

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January 8, 2024

Ex-Nakumatt CEO home to be sold over stores debts

August 4, 2021

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September 15, 2021

Motorists to pay Sh100 hourly for Nairobi parking

September 3, 2021

TotalEnergies in second suit over Uganda oil projects

June 29, 2023

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January 21, 2019

Posta to put managers on contract in cost-cutting drive

October 12, 2020

Power price review to push up manufacturers’ cost – KAM

February 10, 2023

Kenya’s fuel subsidy depleted, pump prices soar

July 30, 2025

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January 21, 2020

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KAA seeks Treasury bailout as debt piles

The East African Business Mirror - September 9, 2021

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The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has requested a cash bailout from Treasury amid piling debt, its management has said.

President Uhuru Kenyatta responds to Pandora Papers leak

October 6, 2021

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