Economy
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Kenya Sees 9,000 Govt Employees Drop Over Hiring Freeze
Over the past two years, Kenya’s civil service has experienced a significant reduction in its permanent and pensionable workforce, with…
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How Treasury Has Allocated Extra Ksh.5 Billion to Ruto, Kindiki, Mudavadi
The Kenyan government has allocated an additional Ksh.5 billion to State House Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, and Prime Cabinet Secretary…
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Nigeria Attracts Investors as Economic Reforms Drive Market Gains
Nigeria is witnessing renewed investor confidence, pushing stock markets higher and lowering bond yields as economic reforms take effect. The…
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KBA Challenges Kenyan Businesses to Leverage Slashed Rates for GrowthÂ
Kenyan businesses have been challenged to leverage current lower interest rates and engage actively with banks to access credit, even…
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Report Shows 75% of Kenyans Believe Economy Has Worsened
Recent findings from the Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor show that Kenyans are increasingly uncertain about the economy. Confidence has…
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Kenya’s GDP Slows Down in H2 2024 to 4.7%
Kenya’s economy slowed down in the second half of 2024, with GDP growth dropping to 4.7% from 5.6% in 2023,…
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Win for Busia SMEs as County Disburses Ksh.111 Million for Affordable Credit
Busia County has disbursed Ksh.111 million to promote the growth of cooperatives and Small and Micro-Enterprises (SMEs). The funds will…
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Kenya Ranked 121 Among Most Corrupt Countries Globally
In 2024, the Sub-Saharan African region once again registered the lowest average score on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), at…
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Kenya’s Hotel Sector Expands on Surging Tourism, New Report Shows
Kenya’s hospitality sector saw a significant expansion in 2024, with the supply of new hotel rooms more than doubling alongside…
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List of Top 10 Employers in Kenya in 2025Â
The Top Employer Institute has announced the best employers in Kenya for 2025, with Coca-Cola leading the list. The recognition…
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