Why Kenya Is Raising Import Taxes on Cars and Electronics to Push Local Manufacturing
NAIROBI, Kenya - The government has defended its controversial decision to raise taxes on imported vehicles and electronics, arguing that the move is necessary...
Kenya Loses 15 Mothers and 92 Newborns Daily to Preventable Childbirth Complications
NAIROBI, Kenya - Every day in Kenya, at least 15 mothers die, 92 newborns lose their lives and 96 babies are stillborn — grim...
Ruto Hails Sh40bn Galana-Kulalu Dam Deal as Kenya Shifts to Large-Scale Irrigation for Food Security
NAIROBI, Kenya - President William Ruto has welcomed the signing of a Sh40 billion contract for the construction of the Galana-Kulalu Dam, terming it...
CBK Licenses 42 New Digital Lenders, Total Digital Credit Providers in Kenya Hits 195
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed 42 additional Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), raising the number of regulated digital lenders...
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in As New York City Mayor, Makes History with Quran Oath
NEW YORK - Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as the mayor of New York City, becoming one of the youngest leaders in the...