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Court Warns Employees Against Rejecting Employer Reassignments

Court warns employees against rejecting lawful employer reassignments, affirming management's right within legal and contractual limits.

Business

Bernard Odote: Inside The Multi-Industry Empire

Inside Bernard Odote's expanding business in Kenya, exploring his strategic investments and leadership across industries.

Business

From Poultry Farm Roots To Fine Dinning Excellence

Discover how Chef Harold Sena-Akoto turned a poultry farm into Nairobi's premier fine dining destination at 45 Degrees Kitchen.

Business

Sam Mwai: From Hospitality Pioneer To Sports Powerhouse.

Discover the remarkable journey of Sam Mwai, Kenya's sports management and hospitality pioneer turned powerhouse, in this inspiring profile.

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.