Stanbic Bank Kenya has launched an enhanced insurance solution for commercial vehicle owners and operators, tapping into the rapid growth of Kenya’s transport and logistics sector. The cover, underwritten by Heritage Insurance Kenya, offers competitive premiums alongside expanded protection for vehicles, goods, and employees. It is designed to shield businesses from operational risks while supporting…
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines successfully completed a special conservation charter flight transporting four endangered mountain bongos from the Czech Republic to Kenya, marking a significant milestone in the long-term rewilding of the species. The mountain bongo (Tragelaphus eurycerus isaaci) is critically endangered, with an estimated 66 individuals remaining in the wild as of 2025 down…
By Barrack Onyango Across Sub-Saharan Africa, access to air conditioning (A/C) remains strikingly low, with only about 5% of households owning units, compared with more than 85% in advanced economies such as Japan, South Korea, and the United States, according to World Bank data. Kenya sits slightly ahead of this curve, with residential penetration at 15% and commercial…
Homebuyers who invested in an affordable housing project in Ngara have raised alarm over what they describe as a stalled development and possible fraud, after waiting for more than eight years without receiving their units. The project, linked to Jabavu Developers, was marketed as part of efforts to expand access to affordable housing within the…
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Kenya now have more options to receive and manage digital payments following the launch of a new service that enables direct transfers from Airtel Money wallets into Absa Bank Kenya accounts and payments to Absa merchant paybill accounts. The partnership enhances convenience, speed, and reliability for everyday transactions,…
Safaricom has committed Sh22million to become the title sponsor of the 2026 Connected Africa Summit scheduled for next week. The conference brings together Africa’s most influential decision makers to shape the continent’s digital transformation journey at a time when governments are accelerating efforts to modernise public services and expand digital access. “Africa’s digital journey is at…
Kenyans prefer Mango Chilli, Garlic and Butter, and Red Grape. This is according to the taste and nutrition Chart for 2026 unveiled by Kerry. The 2026 Taste Charts are powered by an extensive multidisciplinary team of over 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists, 70 food-craft experts, and 250+ marketing and insights voices. Regis Manyange, Commercial Director, East…
Payments platform PayKit has launched in Kenya to help businesses manage complex, high-volume transactions more efficiently. Built to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and digital platforms, PayKit is positioning itself as the infrastructure layer for businesses that need to move money at scale. Development began in 2023, and over the past three years…
Permanent life cover offers growing benefits, flexible premiums and estate-planning support Britam has unveiled the Britam Whole Life Insurance Plan, a lifetime life insurance solution that helps Kenyans plan their future, protect what they build, and provide long-term support for their loved ones. Unlike term insurance, which ends after a set period, the Whole Life…
The Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) has officially launched the nationwide rollout of the second mandatory classroom training under the NYOTA Project’s Business Support Component. The training is being conducted simultaneously across all 290 constituencies at 454 mapped training centres with more than 6,000 trainers engaged to facilitate the training sessions. This phase of…
