KEPSA seeks four circular economy trainers for MSMEs

KEPSA is seeking trainers to support circular economy skills among MSMEs The programme will cover waste value chains across several counties Applicants will need practical training and circular economy experience The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has issued a call for applications for four qualified Circular Economy Trainers to support MSMEs, communities and informal-sector actors…

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Dr Kamau Thugge, the 10th Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) (white shirt), cuts a cake with other CBK officials during celebrations to mark the institution’s 60th anniversary in Nairobi. PHOTO| courtesy

CBK marks 60 years with AI conference, AACB meetings

CBK is bringing African financial leaders together for its 60th anniversary Experts will examine how AI is changing central banking and finance Governors are set to explore Africa’s push for greater monetary independence The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has marked 60 years since its establishment, opening a week of high-level engagements that bring African…

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Youths during the launch of KiriMarket in Kagio, Kirinyaga County. PHOTO| Courtesy

New digital marketplace launched to link Kirinyaga youth to jobs

A new digital platform is targeting young people across Kirinyaga The initiative brings several groups onto one marketplace Leaders say technology and business support can help tackle unemployment A digital marketplace has been launched in Kirinyaga that will connect youths for employment opportunities. The platform, dubbed KiriMarket, was launched in Kagio by the Kirinyaga Young…

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PS State Department For Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Susan Mang'eni handing over salon equipment to residents of Bonchari Constituency. PHOTO| courtesy

MSEA hands 92 Bonchari groups machinery to boost trade

MSEA has given machinery to 92 Bonchari groups. The equipment will support value addition, jobs and enterprise growth. Ksh155.3 million has reached 6,212 Kisii youth through NYOTA. Ninety-two groups and associations registered with the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) in Bonchari Constituency, Kisii County, have received common-user machinery to enhance productivity, promote value addition…

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KNCCI President Dr Eric Ruto (left) at the Nyanza International Business Forum in Kisumu, where business leaders and government officials discussed trade, investment and market opportunities. PHOTO| courtesy

KNCCI links Kisumu traders to global markets at Nyanza forum

KNCCI is linking Kisumu businesses to global markets. Leaders urged traders to focus on value addition and quality. Infrastructure upgrades are expected to boost regional trade. Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President Dr Eric Ruto has said it will continue linking members to various markets at all platforms. He noted that the…

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KRA moves cargo tracking seals to private vendors

KRA will phase out its cargo tracking seals by October 26. Businesses will source new seals from 15 approved private vendors. The change aims to reduce seal shortages, port delays and congestion. Businesses handling goods under customs control now have until October 26, 2026, to prepare for a new system in which cargo tracking seals…

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Kajiado County governor Joseph Ole Lenku. PHOTO| Courtesy

Kajiado demands Sh13bn from Tata Chemicals before reopening

Kajiado wants Ksh13 billion in unpaid land rates. Lenku wants unused company land returned to residents. County seeks fairer community benefits from Tata Chemicals. Kajiado County has demanded that Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited pay Ksh13 billion in unpaid land rates before resuming operations at Lake Magadi. Speaking to a local television station on September 14,…

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KRA in consultation with cargo consolidators on the implementation of President William Ruto’s directive on consolidated cargo. PHOTO| Courtesy

KRA engages cargo consolidators on President Ruto directive

KRA has begun consultations on consolidated cargo rules. A technical team will oversee implementation of the directive. KRA will train cargo consolidators and small traders on tax compliance. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has stepped up consultations with cargo consolidators on the implementation of President William Ruto’s directive on consolidated cargo and measures to support…

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Kisumu County Governor Anyang' Nyong'o addresses residents during a past event. PHOTO| File

Kisumu rolls out policy to end roadside hawking

Kisumu is moving to end roadside hawking. Vendors will be assigned spaces in designated markets. The policy aims to support small businesses, women and youth. Kisumu City County Government has moved to end roadside hawking, requiring small-scale traders to operate instead from designated spaces within modern markets. Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o announced the measure under the…

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