Nairobi, Kenya – A KSh 17.7 billion (£100 million) UK-backed investment fund is set to be released Kenya’s startup ecosystem, aiming to back 500 high-growth ventures over the next five years. Dubbed “Ukumbi” (Swahili for “platform”), this initiative represents the largest country-specific startup fund in East Africa, but comes with strings attached that could reshape…
Nairobi, Kenya – In a development that could cost Kenya’s economy up to $3.2 billion annually, the European Commission has formally recommended adding Kenya to its list of high-risk jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorist financing. This “grey listing” – if approved by the European Parliament – would place Kenya alongside countries like South Africa…
Nairobi, Kenya – World Bank report has cited that systemic governance failures – not just technical or market factors – are the primary driver behind Kenya’s persistently high electricity costs, which remain 42% above the African average despite the country’s abundant renewable energy resources. The findings come as Kenyan households and businesses grapple with power…
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) prepares to unveil a new loan pricing model in April 2025. This highly anticipated move comes amid growing concerns about high borrowing costs and lack of transparency in how banks determine interest rates. But what exactly will this new model entail, and how will it affect millions of Kenyan borrowers?…
Global food prices have risen sharply, driven by significant increases in the cost of sugar, dairy, and vegetable oils. According to the latest data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), this upward trend in food prices is putting pressure on consumers, businesses, and governments alike. But what’s behind this surge, and how will it…
