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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

Health

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Uhuru upbeat as experts query viability of healthcare plan

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

The rich defy corona, scramble for new Land Rover Defender

The East African Business Mirror - August 14, 2020

Expectant mothers told to register with NHIF for free care

January 21, 2019

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

August 13, 2020

Bold political choices best guarantee for good health care

January 21, 2019

Antibiotics consumption highest in Tanzania, Burundi

January 21, 2020

Kenya launches pilot Universal Healthcare

January 21, 2019

Government sets up free maternity insurance cover for poor women

January 21, 2019

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The sharp depreciation of the Kenyan shilling against the dollar has hit foreign-owned firms and investors with steep exchange losses on expatriated dividends and profits, threatening Kenya’s position as a preferred investment destination.

Kenya loses sh27bn due to weakened currency and global interest rate hikes

The East African Business Mirror - June 30, 2023

We can make Lamu Port first port of call in Africa

The East African Business Mirror - May 25, 2021

Workers keep Sh4,800 as Covid tax reliefs end

December 9, 2020

Tycoons’ 101 planes put on auction over KAA fees

August 18, 2020

East Africa now owes China some 30 billion dollars in loans

February 25, 2020

KRA to hire 6,600 in war against tax cheats

July 13, 2021

Kenya Railways partners with Nzoia Sugar Company for transportation

February 1, 2021

Government expenditure on civil servants’ bonuses and salaries reaches sh4.2 billion amid calls for better compensation

September 11, 2023

Tourism

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Kenya elephant numbers double in three decades

The East African Business Mirror - August 13, 2020

Tourism in Kenya

The East African Business Mirror - March 15, 2020

Kenya Eyes 500,000 Tourists From India

December 1, 2023

Kenya, Uganda top in hospitality industry targets

January 21, 2019

Tipilikwani Mara Camp

January 21, 2019

Serena reopens beach hotel as bookings for Christmas holiday rise

December 17, 2020

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Kenya, Tanzania trade dispute ends

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

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Rai family diversifies into avocado farming

The East African Business Mirror - February 10, 2023

Telkom Kenya halts pursuit of merger with Airtel

August 13, 2020

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

August 13, 2020

Investment

Samburu gets Sh36m milk processing plant

The East African Business Mirror - August 13, 2020

The rich defy corona, scramble for new Land Rover Defender

The East African Business Mirror - August 14, 2020

Banking

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Uhuru delays response to Sh3.3 billion secret foreign wealth leak

The East African Business Mirror - October 6, 2021

CBK Governor Dr. Patrick Njoroge during the launch of the banking sector's financial literacy campaign on June 8, 2023. PHOTO | COURTESY | KBA

Kenyan banks launch financial literacy campaign targeting youth

The East African Business Mirror - June 13, 2023

Bank credit growth jumps to highest in 32 months

January 21, 2019

Kenyan banks stable but lending frozen

August 18, 2020

Motoring

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

The East African Business Mirror - August 13, 2020

If you fancy fuel guzzlers here’s your club

The East African Business Mirror - April 27, 2020

Agriculture

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Farmers should reduce and recycle farm waste

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Kenya bans importation of maize from Tanzania, Uganda

The East African Business Mirror - March 8, 2021

Kenyan tea still accessing Afghanistan despite Taliban takeover

August 23, 2021

Rai family diversifies into avocado farming

February 10, 2023

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Gikomba traders sue Nairobi for Sh20bn over frequent fires

The East African Business Mirror - August 30, 2021

Google suspends Huawei’s use of Android products

The East African Business Mirror - May 20, 2019

Kenyans hopeful as Universal Health Coverage pilot rolls out

February 4, 2020

Equity Group Holdings completes acquisition of Rwanda’s cogebanque

December 1, 2023

Dubai tech payment firm eyes Kenya

August 14, 2020

Uhuru upbeat as experts query viability of healthcare plan

January 21, 2019

The Green Bond Boom: How East Africa is Financing Capital Projects in 2026

May 18, 2026

Amica Sacco bets on new mobile app to hit Sh1.2bn in 2022

March 7, 2022

Equity´s tech-led innovations ranked among top best user experience

February 8, 2021

Powering the Future: Can Solar Kits Solve Kenya’s Energy Cost Crisis?

May 4, 2026

Google suspends Huawei’s use of Android products

May 21, 2019

Uhuru launches Kenya Coast Guard Service for resource protection

January 21, 2019

Kenya, Somalia sign bilateral air services agreement

August 9, 2023

Uhuru accepts Parliament’s fresh airtime, betting taxes

July 2, 2021

KRA targets 568 cars at Mombasa port for sale

January 21, 2019

Rwanda engages extreme Covid-19 prevention measures

August 13, 2020

State committed to reliable water supply in Nairobi

August 13, 2020

Urithi wants housing revolving fund for co-operatives

January 21, 2019

Kenya’s fuel subsidy depleted, pump prices soar

July 30, 2025

Showdown looms as matatu groups withdraw from umbrella body

January 21, 2019

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Kenyans in US should invest more at home

The East African Business Mirror - January 21, 2019

Investment

On November 8, 2016, I along with the rest of the world watched transfixed as the American public voted in Donald Trump, an unlikely...

Bank credit growth jumps to highest in 32 months

January 21, 2019

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August 18, 2020

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