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Left: Eunice Maina, Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of 20X Entrepreneur, and a Mindset Transformation Expert working with MSMEs across Kenya. Centre: Susan Mang’eni, Principal Secretary, State Department for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development.

State launches first MSME Opportunity Readiness Index at SalesFest Africa

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Kenya has launched the country’s first Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Opportunity Readiness Index (Fursa Index), marking a significant step in efforts for micro and small enterprises to access to real economic opportunities and participate in structured markets. The index was unveiled on Thursday, March 12 during the SalesFest Africa – Chanuka Jipange Edition….

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Trans Nzoia farmers decry fertiliser shortage as planting season begins

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Farmers in Trans Nzoia County are up in arms over the fertiliser shortage which has hit the County as the planting season begins. This happens amid Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe declaration that the government will pay fertiliser suppliers soon amid fears of hoarding due to delayed payments. Farmers say they are ready to plant…

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Treasury CS John Mbadi (l) with Kisumu County DG Dr. Owili during the project launch/ Photo Courtesy

Govt unveils Ksh 650 Million project to boost rice farming in Ahero

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Rice farmers in Ahero have received a major boost after the national government h unveiled a Ksh650 million project to rehabilitate and expand pumping station in Nyando Sub County under an initiative being undertaken by the National Irrigation Authority in partnership with Hungary  . The project financed by Hungary includes installation of a 500 kilowatt-peak…

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KRA custom officers being fitted with the body-worn cameras/ Photo by Fredrick Odiero

KRA introduces body cameras for customs officers

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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced 350 body-worn cameras for customs officers, placing Kenya among the first African countries to deploy the cameras, a move aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability and professionalism in operations at the country’s border entry points. The 350 devices will be used by customs officers operating at airports, seaports, inland container…

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Kenya’s insurance sector in crisis as regulator takes over three firms.

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The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has placed three insurance companies under statutory management in a sweeping crackdown that signals deepening distress in Kenya’s insurance sector. Trident Insurance Company Limited (TIC), KUSCCO Mutual Assurance Limited and Corporate Insurance Company Limited (CIC) were all placed under statutory management on March 10, 2026, in a move that affects…

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Coffee farmers in dilemma as State seeks to reintroduce controversial payment system

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Peter Waitumu,56, has been a coffee farmer in Meru all his life. He has educated his six children from coffee proceedings, built his enviable house and created for himself a relatively comfortable life all through his coffee farm. He inherited the farm from his late father. Peter says in an interview that part of the…

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President Ruto assenting to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill.
President Ruto assenting to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill. Photo Courtesy

President Ruto assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill

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President William Ruto has assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Kenya’s capacity to finance strategic national development. Speaking in statehouse Ruto said the fund marks a new chapter in financing Kenya’s transformation, making Kenyans the architects of their future. The law seeks to establish the National Infrastructure Fund…

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Bandari Sacco Board Chair, Ken Sungu, receiving award for Best Cooperative Movement ,Sacco Stand from President William Ruto at 2025 Mombasa ASK Show.
Bandari Sacco Board Chairman, Ken Sungu, receiving award for Best Cooperative Movement ,Sacco Stand from President William Ruto at 2025 Mombasa ASK Show. Photo Courtesy

Bandari DT SACCO posts higher profit as assets and lending grow in 2025

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Bandari DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited has reported improved financial performance for the financial year ended on December 31,  2025, with growth in profit, assets, dividends, and its loan portfolio. According to the latest financial results, the society’s profit for the year rose to Ksh 322 million in 2025, up from Ksh 263…

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Women pose for a photo during the Equity's Fanikisha Programme. Photo by John Majau

Women hail Equity’s Fanikisha Programme for enhancing business growth, financial inclusion

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Women have hailed Equity Bank’s Fanikisha programme for transforming their financial fortunes, saying the initiative has helped them overcome barriers such as limited access to credit and lack of tailored financial products. Beneficiaries said the programme has enabled them to grow businesses, create jobs, and improve their living standards through access to affordable financing and…

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