Youths from Wajir County participate in a Capital Markets Authority financial literacy forum on investment opportunities in Kenya's capital markets

Wajir youth urged to invest beyond livestock and land as CMA expands outreach

The initiative aims to deepen financial inclusion by exposing residents to investment opportunities that have traditionally recorded low uptake in northern Kenya Youths have been urged to seize the opportunity noting that formal employment opportunities were becoming increasingly scarce The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has rolled out a major financial literacy campaign in Wajir County,…

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Governor Wavinya Ndeti inspect the Mwala Water Clustwr Project intake at Kisekini village in Matungulu Sub-county-Photo|Gastone Valusi

Governor Wavinya inspects Mwala cluster water project, cautions against vandalism

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has inspected the Mwala Cluster Water Supply Project intake at Kisekini in Matungulu Sub‑county, cautioning residents against vandalism of the facility that is set to serve more than 10,000 residents and farmers across Machakos. The inspection formed part of her development tour of Matungulu Sub‑county, where she made several stopovers to…

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Unywani Coffee Factory, Manager John Kaloki stand front of store where coffee worth millions was last night stolen from the factory-Photo|Gastone Valusi

Thieves raid Kangundo coffee factory, steal 70 bags worth millions

Thieves armed with pangas attacked guards, tied them up, and stole over 70 bags of coffee worth millions, along with a water pump. Factory manager John Muli Kaloki urged police to intensify patrols and investigations, while calling on area MP Fabian Kyule to help farmers recover from the heavy losses. A night raid at Unywani…

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Agriculture CS Mutahi speaking at the World Food Prize Foundation's DialogueNext Forum on July 1.

Kenya losing billions to raw export loopholes, says CS Kagwe

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has said Kenya continues to lose billions of shillings in potential revenue by exporting raw agricultural produce instead of value-added products, leaving foreign countries to earn the highest returns through processing, packaging, and branding. Speaking on Wednesday, July 1, during the World Food Prize Foundation Dialogue Next Forum, Kagwe criticised…

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World Bank allocates Ksh97 B to boost Kenya’s anti-corruption and governance reforms

World Bank approves Ksh97 billion to support Kenya’s anti-corruption efforts, governance reforms, and better public financial management. Funds will strengthen transparency through stricter procurement rules, improved financial oversight and enhanced systems to curb fraud and misuse of public resources. The World Bank, through the Second Green and Resilient Inclusive Growth Development Policy Operation (DPO), has…

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Kisii Governor Simba Arati speaking during a past event. Photo Courtesy

Kisii Governor urges Boda Boda riders to join Saccos, invest in Agribusiness

Boda boda operators in Kisii County have been urged to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) to improve their access to affordable credit, diversify their sources of income, and strengthen their financial stability. Speaking during a meeting with more than 500 boda boda riders at Kisii Stadium, Kisii Governor Simba Arati encouraged the operators…

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Kisumu bar owners urge parliament for inclusive Tobacco Bill consultation

100-metre rule impractical: Andrew Matoka emphasized that restricting tobacco and nicotine sales within 100 metres of schools and child-centered facilities is unrealistic in densely populated urban settings. High licensing costs burden: Erick Ogutu noted that bar owners already face expensive licensing and complex compliance requirements, warning that the new bill risks adding further burdens without…

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Abdi Mohamed has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Kenya

Abdi Mohamed named I&M Bank Kenya CEO after resignation from ABSA

I&M Group PLC has appointed Abdi Mohamed as the Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Kenya, days after his resignation from Absa Bank Kenya was formally announced. In a notice to shareholders issued on Monday, the lender announced that Mohamed will join the bank from Absa Bank Kenya PLC, where he has been serving as…

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Kenya secures KSh7.8 billion development package from Germany

Kenya has secured a KSh7.8 billion development cooperation package from Germany to support key economic programmes over the 2026 – 2028 period, strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two countries. The funding was announced after the Kenya- Germany biennial government-to-government development cooperation negotiations held in berlin, where both governments reaffirmed their commitment to expanding economic…

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