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NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Skyward Express has formally inaugurated its new scheduled service between Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and the premier Vipingo Ridge, a strategic move aimed at streamlining travel to Kenya’s North Coast. This latest expansion not only enhances the carrier’s domestic footprint but also offers business and leisure travelers a sophisticated direct link…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 13 – Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) shareholders have appproved changes to the company’s governance framework in a move aimed at strengthening board independence and minority shareholder protections, as the state-backed utility seeks to bolster investor confidence. The resolution was approved at a duly convened Extraordinary General Meeting held virtually, as…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 11– Ecobank Kenya Limited has officially announced the appointment of Mrs. Rebecca M. Mbithi as its new Managing Director effective 9 February 2026, the strategic leadership transition subject to regulatory approval by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) marks a significant milestone for the pan-African lender as it seeks to strengthen its…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – As Kenya’s retail forex landscape hits a historic milestone of over 100,000 active participants, Forex executives and financial educators Industry leaders have called for urgent action to promote financial literacy and distinguish legitimate forex trading from gambling ahead of the Africa Forex Trading Expo 2026, scheduled for 10th – 11th…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 23 – Liberty Kenya has formally aligned with the United Nations Global Compact, the premier global platform for corporate sustainability, Marking a significant step in strengthening the integration of responsible business practices across its operations. The partnership was officially inaugurated during a ceremonial presentation at Liberty’s corporate headquarters, serving as a powerful…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 20 – In a significant stride toward revitalizing the nation’s heritage rail network, Kenya Railways has successfully concluded a trial transit between Uplands and the Kijabe–Longonot corridor. This milestone marks the final phase of preparations for the Metre Gauge Railway (MGR), paving the way for a full resumption of commuter and freight…
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, Jan 7 – Carrefour has officially entered into a strategic franchise and supply partnership with Queens Supermarket PLC, a subsidiary of the Midroc Investment Group, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of East Africa’s retail landscape. The collaboration aims to introduce Carrefour’s globally recognized banners, operational expertise and diverse product range…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 22- The Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) has signed Border Trade Agreement between the Republic of Kenya and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, facilitated through Kenya’s Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry and Ethiopia’s Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration. The agreement was signed by Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 17 – I&M Bank has garnered a series of prestigious industry recognitions across Kenya and the East African region, cementing its status as a market leader in digital innovation, retail growth, payments excellence and support to key economic sectors. The Bank’s commitment to excellence was further solidified by a triple win at…
By Caine Wanjau, CEO Digitax The migration from the Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS) to the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) is a strategic shift to how the government and taxpayers manage compliance, efficiency, and business continuity. However, several taxpayers remain tethered to traditional TIMS devices, weighed down by slow processing and fragmented invoicing….
