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IMF Urges CBK to Cut MPC Meetings for Better Forecasting
IMF recommends reducing CBK MPC meetings from six to four annually to improve forecasting quality and align decisions with key economic data.
EconomySouth African Companies Invest Sh413 Billion in Kenyan Blue-Chip Firms for Regional Expansion
South African companies are pouring Sh413 billion into Kenyan blue-chip firms, aiming to bolster their foothold in the growing markets of East and CentralAfrica
PoliticsRuto Defends Finance Bill 2026, Backs Coffee Farmers Plan
President Ruto says the Finance Bill 2026 will lower farming costs, support coffee farmers, and strengthen agriculture despite opposition criticism.
StoriesThe Rise of Susan Kihika and Sam Mburu: Nakuru's Power Couple and Their Vision for the City
Discover how Susan Kihika and Sam Mburu, Nakuru's prominent political and business figures, are shaping the city's future through their influence and strategic聯
Latest NewsGikomba Fire Leaves Two Dead, Traders Suffer Heavy Losses
Two people have died in a Gikomba Market fire that destroyed businesses, injured firefighters, and left traders counting heavy losses.
PoliticsKenya Kwanza Leaders Oppose June 25 Protests, Back Unity
Kenya Kwanza leaders have urged Kenyans to shun planned June 25 protests, emphasizing peace, development, and national unity while defending the Finance Bill 20
Latest NewsEPRA Introduces New Charges, Raising Power Costs by Sh3.87 Per Unit for Kenyans in June
In June 2026, EPRA announced new electricity tariffs that will increase the cost per unit by Sh3.87, affecting Kenyan households and businesses.
EconomySafaricom Surpasses 58 Million Subscribers, Cementing Market Leadership in Kenya
Safaricom has surpassed 58 million subscribers, reinforcing its market leadership in Kenya and expanding its influence in telecommunications and financial telev
NewsGikomba Fire Today: Traders Suffer Losses as Market Burns Down
A detailed report on the Gikomba Market fire, exploring the damages suffered by traders and the potential consequences for the local economy.
EconomyMudavadi Says Foreign Aid Era Over, Trade Must Lead Growth
Musalia Mudavadi says Africa must move beyond foreign aid dependency and focus on trade, investment, industrialisation and value addition.