The Kenyan government has revived the 6% Digital Service Tax (DST). This tax, initially suspended, is now back, targeting profits from various online services provided to Kenyan consumers. The decision comes amid efforts by the government to broaden its tax base and capture revenue from digital companies benefiting from local markets without a physical presence….
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced plans to revoke over 200 licenses issued to various telecommunication and media firms. This comes as the regulator intensifies efforts to enforce compliance with licensing standards across the industry. The licenses in question span various sectors, including broadcast, internet service provision, and telecommunications. A majority of the…
1st. Nov. 2024 NAIROBI — The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) saw a remarkable resurgence in 2024, adding nearly KSh 420 billion in investor wealth by October. This upsurge signals renewed local investor confidence amid a challenging economic backdrop. The market’s capitalization surged by 29.2%, lifted primarily by robust performances in the energy and banking sectors….
