Runaway inflation, new taxes and depreciation of the shilling have hit hard manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods, who are now warning of reduced profitability which will lead to job losses. …
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Kenya has spent Sh71.17 billion to subsidize diesel, super and kerosene in the six months to June, highlighting the burden of the fuel stabilization scheme on the national budget. Consumption …
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The co-founder of the IT firm SevenSeas Technology Limited wins Sh1.6bn against State in cancelled IT tender
Businessman and co-founder of the IT firm SevenSeas Technology Limited, Michael Macharia, has won a Sh1.6 billion award against the government following a cancelled contract to wire 98 State hospitals. …
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Investors in Kenya hesitant to lend the State billions of shilling in a push
Investors are unwilling to lend the government billions of shillings in a push for higher interest rates, signalling a funding headache that awaits the incoming administration. The August Treasury bond …
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Kenya Power to avoid financial payment of solar from homes and businesses
Kenya Power will not offer financial payment to homes and businesses that will supply excess solar power to the national grid at their cost. The homes will offset the cost …
The stock market recorded limited movement on Monday after closing trading before Deputy President William Ruto was declared the winner of the presidential elections amid chaotic scenes and rejection of …
Tea prices at the weekly Mombasa auction increased slightly last week even as volumes traded remained steady. At the auction, a kilo averaged USD2.21(Sh263.99) up from USD2.20(Sh262.79) in the previous …
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UN Trade Body Calls to curb Crypto rise In Developing Nations
The UN trade and development body, UNCTAD, has called for action to curb cryptocurrencies in developing nations, in three policy briefs published on Wednesday. Although private digital currencies have rewarded …
Crude prices have dropped by 22.5 percent since mid-June, setting the stage for reduced pressure on local pump prices. Oil prices have fallen to an average of $95 a barrel—level …
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Emirates present opportunities and Dubai lifestyle to First Officers In Recruitment Drive
Emirates, the world’s largest operator of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, is looking to recruit First Officers who meet the airline’s exceptional standards in safety, technical prowess, and customer experience. …