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NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 14 – The National Taxpayers Association (NTA) has issued a sharp warning over Kenya’s escalating debt crisis, cautioning that the country risks entering a destructive “revenue–debt treadmill” where virtually all newly mobilized tax revenues are immediately consumed by debt servicing rather than improving public services. The Association’s Chief Executive Officer Mr. Patrick…
PHOTO: Han Ke’s legal team outside court as the Chinese investor seeks KSh110 million in damages from Chuanshan International Mining Company. NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 12 – A Chinese investor and former founding director of Chuanshan International Mining Company, Han Ke, is demanding KSh110 million in damages from the firm, alleging an elaborate scheme was used…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 10 – Kenya’s banking sector held Sh695.4 billion in non-performing loans at the end of March 2026, up Sh21 billion from Sh674.4 billion in December and lifting the default ratio to 15.6% from 15.4%, according to Central Bank of Kenya data. The increase came despite lower interest rates, and CBK Governor Kamau…
BOMET, Kenya, Aug 3 – Chief Justice Martha Koome has unveiled a comprehensive Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) framework for Bomet County, reaffirming the Judiciary’s commitment to expanding access to justice through community-based, inclusive and people-centred dispute resolution. Speaking during the launch of the Bomet County Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) County Action Plan, the Bomet County…
KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 3 – Kabras Sugar reclaimed the Dala 7s title in style after staging a second-half comeback of 0-5 down to defeat Menengai Oilers 19-5 in the final, reclaiming the crown and soaring to the top spot of the overall National Sevens Circuit standings. A year after watching KCB lift the Dala Sevens…
PHOTO: Finalists of the KCDF Young Environmentalist Innovation Challenge 2025 pose during the award ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya. NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 1 – The Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has awarded KES 31.5 million to seven youth-led enterprises and community organizations driving innovative solutions to Kenya’s most pressing environmental challenges. The funding marks the culmination…
PHOTO: Award-winning Kenyan music producer Motif Di Don, Timothy Owase, CEO of the Kenya Film Commission, Mike Burns, President and Founding Partner of The Burns Brothers, and Nelly Wainaina, Group Director of Marketing, Communication and Citizenship at NCBA, engage with the Creative Economy 101 learning platform during the launch of the programme at Strathmore University…
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 23 – In a bid to turn ecological recovery into an engine for economic growth, Kenya is calling for increased investment and stronger partnerships to accelerate the restoration of Kenya’s dryland and coastal ecosystems noting that the initiative will create green jobs, strengthen climate resilience and unlock sustainable economic opportunities. Forestry Principal…
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 21 – As Kenya grapples with persistent youth unemployment and a growing industrial skills gap, a landmark business case study released today provides compelling evidence that investing in industry-led skills development delivers measurable economic returns. The independent Return on Investment (ROI) study on Kenya’s PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme conducted by Orange and…
PHOTO: Dr. Francis Thiongo, Chairman School of Computing and Information Technology JKUAT (L) receiving a token of appreciation from Isaiah Mosiori, CEO Smart Applications International, Kenya (R) during the official launch of Smart Elevate Mentorship Programme at JKUAT Main Campus, Juja. NAIROBI, Kenya, July 17 – In a major move to bolster Africa’s rapidly evolving…
