BAT managing director Crispin Achola-Photo|Courtesy
BAT Kenya warns proposed tobacco law amendments could cost govt sh12 b and threaten jobs
British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has raised concerns that proposed amendments to the country’s tobacco control laws could cost the government Sh12 billion in annual revenue and put more than 100,000 jobs at risk across the tobacco value chain. In a memorandum submitted to the National Assembly, BAT Kenya warned that provisions in the…
AFA recognizes top Coffee Cooperatives and stakeholders in Embu
The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) has recognized outstanding coffee cooperative societies and stakeholders for their contribution to promoting quality, productivity, transparency and value addition within Kenya’s coffee value chain. The recognition was made during the Coffee Stakeholders Awards Ceremony held in Embu County, bringing together farmers, cooperatives, processors and industry leaders to celebrate excellence…
NTSA summons Sacco officials after fatal Enterprise Road crash kills at least five
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has summoned officials of Risen Sacco following a deadly road traffic crash in Nairobi that killed at least five people and left 15 others nursing injuries of varying severity. The incident allegedly occurred at approximately 8:00 PM on June 3, 2026, near the Dar es Salaam Roundabout opposite…
KEBS Market Surveillance Officer David Kisiangani
KEBS intensifies crackdown on fake and substandard products
The Kenya National Bureau of Standards (KEBS) is stepping up efforts to identify traders and manufacturers who continue to flood the market with uncertified products, warning that such goods will be confiscated and removed from circulation. KEBS Market Surveillance Officer David Kisiangani said the agency is will not tire in protecting consumers. “We want to…
President William Ruto and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa after witnessing the signing of six new agreements.
Kenyan tea, coffee and spices regain duty-free access to South Africa
South Africa has lifted suspended duties on Kenyan tea, coffee, and spices, restoring preferential market access under the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) tariff offer. The announcement was made by the State Department for the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry on Friday ending a suspension that had been in place since November 2025. “South…
Suspect Caleb Wanyonyi Mukwenyi alias “Jay” after his arrest by DCI detectives in Nairobi following the recovery of 29 kilogrammes of cannabis valued at approximately Sh870,000 during an anti-narcotics operation along Waiyaki Way.
Suspect arrested as DCI seizes Ksh870,000 worth of cannabis in Nairobi
A suspected drug trafficker has been arrested after detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Nairobi Region seized cannabis worth approximately Sh870,000 during an intelligence-led operation in Nairobi. The suspect, identified as Caleb Wanyonyi Mukwenyi, also known as “Jay,” was apprehended along Waiyaki Way following investigations targeting narcotics trafficking networks operating within the city….
Josphat Muchiri presents his evidence in Court
Kenya defends approval of Bt maize as court GMO case concludes
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has defended Kenya’s approval of genetically modified (GM) maize, telling the High Court in Kisumu that the country has a strong legal and scientific framework to regulate GMOs safely as a petition challenging the introduction of Bt maize neared conclusion. The case, heard before Justice Joe Omido, involves a legal…
Univision DT Sacco members follow proceedings during the Sacco’s member education day and training at Kauwi Primary School on May 16, 2026.
Univision Sacco records tremendous growth, Jubilee celebrations plans in top gear
Univision DT Sacco Society has in the recent past witnessed a surge in membership even as it plans to celebrate 50 years anniversary of offering outstanding services to its members and celebrating its achievement since inception in 1976. From a humble beginning of just 11 members to a current membership of over 60,000; the Sacco…
PS Cooperative and MSMEs Development, Patrick Kilemi-Photo|Courtesy
PS Kilemi urges Saccos to prioritize affordable loans over dividend payouts
Principal Secretary for Co‑operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, Patrick Kilemi, has called on Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) to strengthen their institutional capital and shift focus from competing through high dividend declarations to offering affordable loans that directly benefit members. Speaking during an interview on a local station on Thursday,…
Regional trade advisor Wathingira Gituro Speaking during the NCBA Trade Commissioners Forum in Nairobi on June 3rd, 2026-Photo|Courtesy
SMEs urged to rethink East Africa expansion strategies, cut middlemen reliance
Small and Medium‑sized Enterprises (SMEs) eyeing growth beyond Kenya have been cautioned against treating the wider East African region as a single, uniform market. Trade experts say such blanket expansion strategies risk undermining business prospects, urging firms instead to adopt deliberate, country‑specific approaches. Speaking during the NCBA Trade Commissioners Forum in Nairobi, Regional trade advisor…
