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Engineer Nicholas Gumbo and the Reawakening of Kenya’s Sugar Sector

Kenya Sugar Board Chairman Engineer Nicholas Gumbo led the Board of Directors in a pivotal validation meeting of the Kenya Sugar Board Strategic Plan at the Kisumu Sunset Hotel, a…

Debunking the Myth: Who Is Really the Wealthiest Person in Nyanza in 2025?

In mid-2025, Kenyan social media went into overdrive with a sensational claim: Bernard (or Benard) Ted Odote, a relatively low-profile entrepreneur from Siaya County, had allegedly been ranked by Forbes…

In Memory of Dr. Chris Kirubi: The Enduring Flame of a Kenyan Dreamer

Nearly five years have passed since Kenya bid farewell to one of its most luminous sons, Dr. Chris Kirubi, on June 14, 2021. Yet his presence lingers — in the…

Kenya Ends 2025 on a High as Private Sector Growth Hits Four-Year Peak

Kenya’s private sector closed 2025 on a strong footing, buoyed by rising demand, robust sales, and the fastest pace of job creation seen in more than six years, according to…

Molo MP’s Sh10.5 Million Mercedes Drama Exposes MPs Living Large on Fragile Finances

A sleek, champagne-coloured Mercedes-Benz worth Sh10.5 million has thrust Molo MP Kimani Kuria into an uncomfortable national spotlight, reopening an explosive debate about Kenya’s legislators, their expensive tastes, and whether…

Wandayi’s Baringo Visit Signals a New Dawn for Kenya’s Grassroots Economies

James Wandayi, the Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, joined His Excellency President William Ruto at the vibrant Baringo Cultural Festival and annual Kimalel Goat Auction in Baringo County, a…

Why Contractors in Siaya Gave Orengo 14 Days Ultimatum

As contractors press the Siaya County Government with a two-week ultimatum, they point to a growing trail of stalled, slowed, or disbanded projects across the county — casualties, they say,…

Merry Christmas in Baringo! All Roads Lead to Kimalel as Iconic Goat Auction, Boat Races Take Centre Stage

As Kenyans edge closer to Christmas, Baringo is bracing for one of its most anticipated festive spectacles: the Kimalel Goat Auction, set for tomorrow, Monday, December 22, at the historic…

My Daughter Failed Repeatedly in School, but What Turned Her Grades Around Shocked Every Teacher

For years, I watched my daughter walk through the school gate with her head down, her shoulders slumped, and her confidence slowly fading away. Every exam season was a painful…

Half of Kenya’s Wealth Locked in Just Five Counties as 16 Share a Mere 7.5% — New Report Exposes Stark Economic Divide

Kenya’s economy is booming — but not everywhere. A new Devolution Budget Watch report by the Parliamentary Budget Office has laid bare the country’s deepening regional inequality, revealing that nearly…

Forging a Greener Horizon: Kenya–Canada Partnership Lights the Path to Renewable Energy Leadership

Cabinet Secretary James Wandayi Opiyo, at the helm of Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum docket, hosted His Excellency Joshua Tabah, Canada’s Ambassador to Kenya, in a meticulously orchestrated high-level engagement at…

Stanbic Seals USD 138 Million Deal With Safaricom to Supercharge Ethiopia’s Digital Future

In a bold move set to turbocharge East Africa’s fast-rising digital economy, Standard Bank—trading as Stanbic in Kenya—has inked a USD 138 million (KES 17.94 billion) financing deal with Safaricom…

Ruto’s Shocking Debt Gamble Paid Off! Kenya’s Economy Explodes, Leaving Critics Stunned

President William Ruto is celebrating a stunning economic turnaround, revealing how his tough decisions on debt have catapulted Kenya to the forefront of African economic powerhouses. Speaking from State House…

Game-Changer for Green Kenya! HACO Industries, Murang’a County & Progreen Innovations Seal Historic Deal to Crush Plastic Waste and Power a Circular Economy Revolution

In a landmark move that could redefine Kenya’s environmental future, HACO Industries, the Murang’a County Government and Progreen Innovations have signed a high-impact partnership to champion circular waste management and…

Stanbic Bank posts KES 9.38 billion profit in Q3 2025 

• Customer loans up by 16% on increased customer demand, while deposits up by 5% to KES 344 billion. • Net interest income increased 8% to KES 20.5 billion driven…

MPs Expose Shocking Gaps in Treasury Oversight Over KSh10 Billion Kenya Airways Loan

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised the alarm over a controversial KSh10 billion unsecured loan disbursed to Kenya Airways (KQ), exposing glaring accountability gaps within the National Treasury. During…

KDC Injects Ksh 500 Million into Githunguri Dairy Cooperative to Boost MSME Financing

Government, World Bank-backed SAFER Programme scales up support for small enterprises Kenya’s push to expand affordable credit for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) received a major lift on Tuesday…

Rodi Kopany: Turning a Trading Hub into a Beacon of Hope and Renewal for Homa Bay’s Economy

The story of Rodi Kopany, nestled strategically along the vital Homa Bay–Rongo road in Homa Bay County, is a tale of resilience and untapped potential. For decades, this locality has…

Siaya Juakali Shines Again as Artisans Storm Nairobi for EAC MSME Trade Fair

Siaya County Juakali Umbrella Association has once again taken its place on the regional stage, proudly participating in the 25th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME)…

Ruto to Hustler Fund Defaulters: “That KES 500 You Ran Away With Is Your Own Loss”

President William Ruto has taken a swipe at Kenyans who borrowed from the government’s flagship Hustler Fund and failed to repay their loans, saying their default was ultimately self-destructive. Speaking…

Vodacom Ends 17-Year ‘Please Call Me’ Legal Saga with Out-of-Court Settlement

A long-running legal standoff between South Africa’s leading telecom operator, Vodacom, and its former employee Nkosana Makate — the brain behind the revolutionary “Please Call Me” service — has finally…

Harnessing the South Lokichar Oil Field: A Critical Juncture for Turkana’s Sustainable Development

The development of the South Lokichar Oil Field in Turkana County marks a pivotal moment for Kenya’s economic and regional growth agenda. The government’s commitment to sustainable, transparent, and inclusive…

Stanbic Bank Unveils Affordable Solar Financing for Businesses and Homeowners in a Move to Accelerate Just Energy Transition

· Stanbic Bank is driving Kenya’s transition to clean and reliable energy. · The Bank is financing solar projects powering homes and businesses. · The revamped green financing makes solar…

‘Rethink Aggressive Tax Regime,’ Kipkorir Tells State as KRA Faces Public Outcry Over Tragic Kisumu Incident

Prominent lawyer Donald Kipkorir has called on the government to urgently reassess its current tax policy, warning that Kenya’s aggressive tax enforcement is driving businesses into collapse and pushing citizens…

From Ban to Boom: Ruto’s Bold Move to Lift Ban on Logging

In a landmark decision set to reshape Kenya’s timber and furniture sectors, President William Ruto has officially lifted the national logging ban, paving the way for the harvesting of mature…

Embracing Innovation and Community: A Pathway to Revitalizing Kenya’s Sugar Industry Inspired by Indian Best Practices

Kenya’s sugar industry stands at a pivotal crossroads, grappling with persistent challenges such as aging infrastructure, production inefficiencies, and fragmented supply chains. These systemic issues have not only constrained sugar…

Breaking the Cycle and Redefining What Cycling Means for Women

The Grand Nairobi Race has always been close to my heart, I’ve never missed a single one. This year, we partnered with the organizers through Samsung as part of our…

Mi Vida Homes announces management-led buyout from Actis

Nairobi, Kenya: 12th Oct 2025 Mi Vida Homes Limited has announced the signing of a share purchase agreement for a management-led buyout of the business from Actis, the global sustainable…

Engineer Nicholas Gumbo: The Architect of Kenya’s Sugar Industry Renaissance

Kenya’s sugar industry has long supported rural economies, but years of mismanagement, inefficiencies, and outdated infrastructure have plunged it into crisis. At this pivotal moment, Engineer Nicholas Gumbo, Chair of…

Safaricom’s Economic, Social and Environmental Impact Hits A Trillion Mark in the FY 25

This is 16 times greater than the financial profit Safaricom’s (NSE: SCOM) has reported a True Value of Kshs.1.1 trillion, according to the company’s latest annual Sustainable Business Report. The…