Unlocking Investment Opportunities: Standard Chartered Bank Kenya’s Offshore Unit Trust Funds
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya has introduced an exciting opportunity for Kenyan investors to explore offshore…
African Trade Is Growing, But Many Businesses Still Struggle
A report from Standard Bank shows that while roads, ports, and power are improving across Africa, the gap between big economic numbers and what businesses actually experience on the ground remains a real problem. We’ve been going through the latest Africa Trade Barometer from Standard Bank, and there’s a lot to unpack. The report covers…
Kenya & Rwanda Signs A Pact for Fintech Companies to Operate Across Borders
The two central banks have signed a deal that could finally cut through the red tape holding back cross-border payments in East Africa. If you’ve ever tried to send money from Nairobi to Kigali, or tried to build a fintech startup that serves both countries, you already know the problem. The rules are different. The…
How Digital Till Payments Is Empowering MSMEs to Scale and Thrive
In today’s fast-changing economy, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of many developing nations, including Kenya. They provide employment, stimulate innovation, and drive local economies. However, scaling up remains a challenge for many MSMEs due to financial constraints, limited access to markets, and operational inefficiencies. One solution gaining traction is digital payment…
Kenya’s Transition to Accrual Accounting: What It Meant For the Ordinary Citizen
Kenya’s move to accrual-based accounting is a significant step toward improving financial transparency and governance. This shift represents a modern approach to public financial management, where transactions are recorded when they occur rather than when cash is exchanged. The move offers Kenya several benefits, including better financial reporting and enhanced decision-making processes. However, as with…
How Binance Controls Two-Thirds of All Stablecoin Liquidity on Centralized Exchanges
FEBRUARY 17, 2026 – A recent study of market concentration showed Binance (one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange) now holding over 60% of all stablecoin reserves on centralized trading platforms. This dominance shows a major consolidation of power and capital within the digital asset ecosystem. According to market data firm CryptoQuant, Binance currently holds approximately $47.5…
