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Kenyans seeking to build homes in rural areas can now access loans of up to Ksh4 million through the Affordable Housing Fund, following the approval of new regulations by the National Assembly. The move is part of efforts to implement the Affordable Housing Act, 2024. This is after the Committee on Delegated Legislation, chaired by…
The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has cautioned Kenyans to be vigilant before saving their money with Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs). In a public notice issued on August 25, the regulator raised concern that some cooperatives are still operating without valid licenses, which it warned is unlawful under the Sacco Societies Act. SASRA…
The Agriculture and Food Authority, (AFA) has licensed a total of 152 coffee dealers to export coffee from Kenya. In a statement on Tuesday AFA director general Dr Bruno Linyiru stated that the dealers were licensed under various categories, coffee Buyers are 126, Coffee Warehousemen 15 and Coffee Agents 11. Dr Linyiru stated that there…
The national Treasury has extended the public sector hiring freeze for another three financial years, dwindling left hopes for public sector jobs. This move locks out thousands of job seekers from government employment until at least 2028. According to the Treasury, the move is part of the government’s effort to contain public wage bill, which…
Rwanda has announced plans to increase cargo movement through Mombasa port, citing improved efficiency, reliability, and regional connectivity. Currently, over 70 per cent of Rwanda’s imports are handled via Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam Port. Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya Ernest Rwanucyo made the announcement during a strategic meeting with KPA officials in Mombasa last week….
The Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, chaired by Bungoma County Senator David Wakoli has commenced its county oversight engagements in Uasin Gishu. The committee began with a courtesy call on Governor Jonathan Bii before proceeding to the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) depot in Eldoret. At the NCPB depot, Senators examined…
Food prices are expected to decline in the coming months despite a recent rise in inflation. This is according to the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) latest agriculture survey, released in July 2025. The report shows that inflation edged up to 4.1 percent in July compared to the same period last year. However, the majority…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has welcomed the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) latest move to lower its base lending rate, describing it as a clear indication that Kenya’s economy is regaining stability after years of depression. The CBK reduced its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 9.5 percent. This is…
National Assembly minority leader Junet Mohamed, has called on Parliament to urgently prioritise the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill, 2025, warning that delays in passing the legislation could paralyse the country’s roads development programme. Speaking at the opening of the 3rd National Assembly Leadership Retreat in Naivasha, the Suna East MP stressed that the proposed law…
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) vice chairperson vacant position has attracted at least three candidates eyeing one of the most influential positions in the country’s tea industry creating creating a stiff encounter as every candidate eye to win. The position of vice-chairmanship is influential as it oversees operations affecting more than 680,000 small-scale farmers…
