Car & General set to build KSh800 million mall in Shanzu

Car and General, a Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed firm is deepening its foray into the property business with a KSh800 million mall project in Shanzu, Mombasa County. The firm intends to build the mall on four acres, with the construction set to begin next year to be completed by 2026. “We are looking to commence a…

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President William Ruto and Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi. Photo:courtesy

Meru traders laud President Ruto, CS Linturi for dismissing muguka ban

Meru miraa traders and residents have lauded President William Ruto and Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi for dismissing and terming muguka ban in Mombasa, Kilifi and Taita Taveta counties as “null and void”. John Ratanya, a miraa trader in Makandara, Meru town, criticised the initial bans, highlighting their detrimental impact on the local economy. “It…

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The signing of MoU between the Ministry of Co-operatives (Kenya) and National Co-operative Business Association NCBA-CLUSA (US) during the US, Kenya Business Forum in Washington DC, recently. Photo:courtesy

Boost for coffee farmers as Kenya signs MoU with US on collaboration

The Kenyan government and the United States have signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation and collaboration on the coffee value chain and other identified areas of mutual interest. The MoU between the Ministry of Co-operatives and MSMEs Development (Kenya) and National Co-operative Business Association NCBA-CLUSA (US) were signed during the US Kenya Business Forum…

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Group Managing Director Nasim Devji.

DTB first quarter profit rises by 8.6 per cent to hit KSh2.6

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) net profit for the first quarter of this year grew by 8.6 per cent , reaching KSh2.62 billion, driven by growth in both interest and non-interest income. The company’s net earnings grew from KSh2.42 billion that had been posted during the correspondent quarter of last year. Net increased income, mainly derived…

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ICT Cabinet Secretary Eluid Owalo addresses residents at Bondo Technical Training Institute on May 24, 2024. Photo: Fredrick Odiero

We’ve trained 300, 000 youth on digital jobs, Owalo says

Cabinet Secretary of ICT Eliud Owalo has revealed that over 300,000 youths have been trained, and more than 1,000 digital jobs created since the start of digitalization programme year ago. Owalo remains optimistic that within the next two years, two million digital jobs will be generated. He further stated that ICT offers abundant job opportunities…

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Citibank NA named top overall best bank award in Kenya 2024

Citibank NA has scooped the best bank in the country at the Think Business Banking Awards 2024 with Standard Chartered and Equity came in at position two and three. Citibank also was named the best inb corporate banking, internet banking and product innovation categories. I&M Group PLC was recognized as the best customer-centric bank, and…

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Cattle prices on the rise following widespread rains

Livestock prices have surged significantly due to improved pastures following recent rains. This marks the first notable improvement after a prolonged drought spanning four consecutive failed rain seasons. Demand for livestock products is expected to rise significantly, with estimates suggesting an increase of 40-50 per cent by 2030. This growing demand is driven by population…

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Mi Vida Garden City residencies

Mi Vida Homes partners with Misitu Sacco to foster growth

Mi Vida Homes, a reputable property developer signed a partnership with Kimisitu Sacco and has allowed the members to invest in its residential projects in Garden City, Nairobi. The Garden City Project sits on a 47-acre land with a mixed-use urban development comprising residential units commercial spaces, offices, retail outlets, and recreational amenities. It offers…

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New NSSF logo

NSSF Sacco launches 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, new logo

Simon Chelugui Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Co-operatives Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMEs) was the chief guest today during the launch of NSSF Sacco Strategic Plan (2024-2028) and New Logo at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi. The launch is aimed at promoting innovative, commercially oriented and efficient financial services is engraved at NSSF Sacco…

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