Kenya and China’s long-standing commercial relationship is set to enter a new phase this week as manufacturers, investors and technology companies converge in Nairobi for the 9th Kenya International Industrial Expo and Kenya Investment & Trade Fair 2026. The three-day exhibition, which opens on September 3, and runs until September...
Africa Blockchain Festival (ABF) has announced the launch of the ABF Fellowship Program 2026, a new initiative designed to connect promising African blockchain and artificial intelligence founders with investors, venture capital networks and mentorship opportunities. The Fellowship Program will form part of Africa Blockchain Festival 2026, taking place from October...
Digital inclusion is opening new opportunities for microfinance institutions to reach customers beyond traditional banking networks as technology changes how individuals and small businesses access financial services. The shift has also created a new role for digital leadership in the sector, with OYA Micro-Credit Kenya Chief Executive Officer Wickliffe Ochola...
Kenya is set to host the 9th Kenya International Industrial Expo and Kenya Investment and Trade Fair 2026 from September 3 to 5 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, bringing together manufacturers, investors, suppliers, and businesses from Kenya, China, and other markets. The three-day exhibition, running under the theme...
African youths from different countries converged in Kampala, Uganda, for a regional summit seeking to boost Agroecology businesses, promote knowledge exchange and create opportunities for young people to participate in sustainable agri-food systems. The Africa Regional Youth Summit on Agroecology Business and Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Kampala was...
The Transport Licensing Appeals Board has suspended Nicco Movers’ PSV operator licence with immediate effect, giving the company seven days to address ten compliance concerns raised by the National Transport and Safety Authority. “The Respondent’s decision revoking the Appellant’s PSV Operator Licence, communicated by letter referenced NTSA/C/RT/96/1VOL. (1) and dated...
MOMBASA, August 29, 2026 — Stronger partnerships within Kenya’s manufacturing and business community could unlock the Coast Region’s industrial potential while creating new demand for reliable domestic air connectivity, fly748.com has said. fly748.com Head of Scheduled Services, George Oduor, said closer collaboration among manufacturers, investors, suppliers, tourism operators and other...
Old Mutual Holdings Plc has posted a sharp turnaround in its half-year performance, reporting profit after tax of KES 882 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, up from a mere KES 5 million in the same period last year. The dramatic improvement comes even as underwriting margins...
Nairobi, Kenya- August 28, 2026: SBM Bank Kenya and Safer Power Group have unveiled a partnership that will see the bank extend USD 17 million financing to support green energy manufacturing workshop and construction of a factory. Through the partnership, Safer Power – a licensed panel builder for global energy...
The Nairobi City County Government has entered into a new partnership with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) to make it easier and cheaper for businesses to operate in the capital. The partnership, announced on Friday, seeks to lower the cost of doing business, remove administrative bottlenecks...
