BAHLITA Chairman Simon Njoroge during a past function/ Courtesy
BAHLITA opposes new tobacco licensing rules for traders
BAHLITA opposes proposed tobacco licensing rules for traders. Traders warn extra licences could raise business costs. Association calls for stronger action against illicit tobacco trade. The Bars, Hotels and Liquor Traders Association of Kenya (BAHLITA) has opposed proposed licensing and registration requirements in the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning they could raise compliance costs…
Muhoroni Sugar Company 2025 Limited processing plant./ courtesy
Muhoroni sugar mill revival boosts farmers and traders
Muhoroni mill processes 1,400 tonnes of cane daily after repairs. Farmers are now receiving payments within a week. Revival is restoring livelihoods and business in the region. Muhoroni’s sugar economy is showing signs of recovery, with the local mill now processing about 1,400 tonnes of cane a day and farmers being paid within a week…
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ODPC gives businesses 14 days to renew certificates
ODPC gives businesses 14 days to renew expired certificates. Non-compliant firms risk enforcement action and disruption. Renewal deadline is September 11, 2026. Businesses and other organisations handling personal data now have 14 days to renew expired registration certificates or risk enforcement action that could disrupt their operations, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC)…
Diaspora Affairs PS Roseline Njogu speaks during a past event.-Photo/courtesy
PS Njogu urges Kenyans to register with migration authority
Kenyans seeking jobs abroad urged to use licensed recruitment agencies. Government says Kazi Majuu has opened overseas jobs for thousands of Kenyans. Youth encouraged to gain technical skills and secure valid passports. The government has advised Kenyans to ensure they register with the Safe Labour Migration Authority before travelling abroad in order to avoid being…
Meru County Deputy Governor Linda Kiome (left) and Safaricom PLC Chief Consumer Business Officer Fawzia Ali Kimanthi (right) during the launch of the Bundles ya Mkulima in Meru town./ Courtesy
Meru farmers urged to farm organically to curb cancer risk
Meru farmers urged to embrace organic farming. Safaricom launches Bundles ya Mkulima. Farmers gain easier access to markets and inputs. Farmers in Meru have been urged to shun excessive use of chemicals in food crops and to instead embrace organic farming to reduce the risk of the increasing cancer cases in the region. Meru Deputy…
Commissioner of Cooperatives, David Obonyo speaks during the SGM held at All Saints' Cathedral in Nairobi of Friday. Photo/Obegi Malack
KUSCCO shareholders approve dissolution, back new cooperative body
KUSCCO shareholders have approved the union’s dissolution as debts far outweigh its assets. Members have backed a new umbrella body, KEFESCO, focused on advocacy, training, research and consultancy. A creditor has moved to court to challenge the transition, putting the new federation’s future in question. Shareholders of the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives…
KUSCCO shareholders approve liquidation, new body
KUSCCO shareholders approve full liquidation as debts hit Ksh 17 billion against Ksh 5.4 billion in assets. New national Sacco association approved to take over advocacy, training and research roles. Commissioner David Obonyo to oversee asset recovery and payouts to Saccos and depositors. KUSCCO shareholders have approved a structured liquidation after liabilities topped Ksh 17…
Managing Director AFC George Kubai (center) receives the award at the Global Sustainable Finance Conference held at Karlsruhe City Hall in Germany.- photo courtesy
AFC wins global sustainability award in Germany
AFC wins global award for outstanding business sustainability. It becomes the first Kenyan institution to earn SSCI certification. Award recognises its focus on climate smart financing for farmers. Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) has been recognised at the Global Sustainable Finance Conference held at Karlsruhe City Hall in Germany, winning the “Outstanding Business Sustainability Achievement” award….
Mombasa launches interest-free fund for small traders
Mombasa launches interest free loans for small traders. Traders can access up to Ksh 15,000 under the first phase. Stawisha targets youth, women and marginalised groups. Mombasa County has rolled out a new economic empowerment programme called “Stawisha,” a revolving fund designed to give small-scale traders access to capital without the burden of interest charges….
Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki (left) launches Ndagani Narket for traders.- photo courtesy
Ndagani traders get new market in Tharaka Nithi County
Ndagani traders get a new market with space for 170 businesses. Traders ordered to leave roadside stalls for safety reasons. New facility includes a daycare centre for traders with young children. Small-scale traders in Ndagani, Tharaka Nithi County, are set to benefit from a newly constructed market as the county government moves to create a…
