KenGen invests KSh15.5 billion in power infrastructure as Kenya’s electricity demand rises

NAIROBI, Thursday, October 29, 2026: Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) invested KSh.15.5 billion in power infrastructure in the year to June 2026, increasing capital spending by 14.3% as it strengthened its generation business to meet Kenya’s growing electricity needs. At the same time, the company supplied 8,975 gigawatt hours...

Read more...

Konza’s manufacturing ecosystem creates space for local suppliers

Konza Technopolis is positioning itself as a manufacturing destination, with an operational Export Processing Zone (EPZ), factories being established and infrastructure designed to support industrial investors. The emerging manufacturing base could also open opportunities for Kenyan businesses supplying goods and services to factories. The EPZ, located within Konza’s Special Economic...

Read more...

I&M Bank Kenya wins three Global Banking and Finance Awards

I&M Bank Kenya has won three honours at the 2026 Global Banking and Finance Awards, earning international recognition for its digital banking services, retail banking growth and corporate social responsibility initiatives. The bank was recognised as Best Bank for Digital Banking Services, Kenya 2026, Fastest Growing Retail Bank, Kenya 2026,...

Read more...

CS Oparanya urges Stima DT Sacco to strengthen governance and protect members’ savings

Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has urged Stima DT Sacco to strengthen governance, improve accountability and ensure its growth translates into better financial outcomes for members. Speaking during the Sacco’s Annual Delegates Conference at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa in Mombasa on Monday, October 26, 2026, Oparanya said prudent...

Read more...

Kenya-based air monitoring efforts feature in 2026 Earthshot Prize finalists

AirQo, an African air quality monitoring initiative, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Earthshot Prize in recognition of its work using affordable technology and artificial intelligence to track air pollution across African cities. The initiative was selected in the Clean Our Air category for developing low-cost monitoring devices...

Read more...

Boost for dairy farmers as Waiguru expands milk cooling facilities to the grassroots

Dairy farmers in Kirinyaga County have received a major boost following Governor Anne Waiguru’s effort to expand milk cooling facilities to the grassroots. The dairy farmer empowerment initiative is now reaching the smaller producer organizations thereby saving farmers from the hustle of transporting milk far from their farms. Through provision...

Read more...

KenGen named among Africa’s top 25 energy companies

Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has been named among Africa’s Top 25 Energy Companies by Pan African Voice, recognising its role in powering Kenya’s economy and advancing the continent’s clean energy transition. The recognition highlights KenGen’s renewable energy leadership and growing contribution to Africa’s energy development.  More than 90%...

Read more...

Eliud Kipchoge unveils customised 57-gram timepiece inspired by his Kenyan roots

Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has unveiled a customised timepiece weighing just 57 grams, designed to reflect his illustrious running career and celebrate his Kenyan heritage. The project, known as Feather, was developed by independent artisan workshop Artisans de Genève following a request by the two-time Olympic marathon champion to...

Read more...