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Gikomba 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.

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EPRA 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.

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Safaricom 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

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Gikomba 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.

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Mudavadi 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.

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Kitengela Businesses Gear Up for June 25 Commemorations to Ensure Safety and Continuity

Kitengela businesses are making strategic preparations for the June 25 commemorations, focusing on maintaining safety and operational continuity during and post

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Family Business Empires That Continue To Thrive Long

Discover how Naivas Supermarket and various other business empires continues to grow and succeed as a family business empire.

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David Kabui Machere:From Ksh90,000 Garage To Business Empire

Discover how David Kabui Machere transformed a Ksh90,000 garage into a thriving business empire through persistence and smart risks.

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President Ruto On Funding the Judiciary

President Ruto defends increased funding for Kenya's judiciary, stressing its essential role in the country's social and economic growth.

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Peter Burugu: From EABL Employee To Billionaire Tycoon

Discover how Peter Burugu rose from an EABL employee to a wealthy tycoon behind Kiambu Mall and a major distributor in Kenya.