By Lilian Mbugua Walk into any social gathering in Nairobi today, and you’ll notice something interesting: people are drinking better and spending smarter. For years, we’ve known that a premium experience comes at a higher price. The higher the cost, the better the quality; It’s a belief that has shaped how consumers approach not just…
By Beatrice Okeyo Kenya is often celebrated as the global blueprint for digital payments. And rightly so. Few markets can match the depth and everyday relevance of mobile money in the country. Today, over 47 million Kenyans actively use mobile money, representing a penetration of more than 90 percent of the adult population. This ecosystem…
By Ephraim Mutua Conversations on long-term financial security often revolve around saving, budgeting, investing, or building wealth. However, one of the most important aspects of financial protection (Insurance) is normally overlooked. A road accident, a fire, or other unexpected occurrences can undo years of hard work if a financial safety net is not established. The…
Mathare MP Race Poll 2027 Shows Wilfred Odalo Taking Strong Early Lead The latest Mathare MP Race Poll 2027 by Swiss Poll International has revealed a major shift in the political landscape of Mathare Constituency, with Wilfred Oluoch Odalo emerging as the frontrunner in the race for Member of Parliament. According to the survey, Wilfred…
By Sarah Weru When a predawn fire swept through Nairobi’s Toi Market mid-March 2026, hundreds of small businesses lost their premises and stock within hours. The incident added to a growing list of recent disasters that have exposed the vulnerability many informal and small traders continue to face. Gikomba Market has suffered repeated fires over…
The latest TIFA Poll has placed President William Ruto ahead of all other individual presidential contenders with 24 percent support, reaffirming his strong position in Kenya’s political landscape ahead of the next General Election. The survey, conducted by Trends and Insights For Africa (TIFA), also revealed shifting dynamics within the opposition, where a potential coalition…
By Judith Atieno It is striking how preferences evolve across generations. Up until the early 2000s, most young people entering the job market aspired to work for multinationals, widely seen, and often correctly, as the fastest route to high earnings and upward mobility. In that context, the social or environmental impact of these organizations mattered far less than the…
Kisumu Senatorial Race Poll 2027 Shows Tight Battle Emerging The latest Kisumu Senatorial Race Poll 2027 by Swiss Poll International has revealed an increasingly competitive contest for the Kisumu County Senate seat, with multiple candidates emerging as serious contenders ahead of the 2027 General Election. According to the survey, Samuel Odoro currently leads the race…
We live in an age that celebrates the individual more than anything else. Individual choices, solo dates, travel, and personal growth. Yet the moments we return to when thinking about the best of our lives are rarely the solitary ones. We think about the mornings spent enjoying breakfast with family, or the evenings spent chatting…
By Jane Kariuki There’s a change in how people invest their time and energy. Millennials and Gen Z are deliberately choosing to prioritise moments that create lasting memories than in accumulating material possessions. A TransUnion Consumer Pulse study found that Kenyan millennials and Gen Z directed more of their disposable income towards digital services and…
