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Business and economic news from Kenya and across Africa. Markets, companies, trade, taxes, jobs and the cost of living, explained for readers, entrepreneurs and investors.
Government Injects Sh2 Billion into Fertilizer Subsidy Program
NAIROBI, Kenya- Farmers across Kenya can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the government releases Sh2 billion to support its fertilizer subsidy program. This...
Leaders Advocate Strengthening African Institutions to Boost Economic Prosperity: Key Focus at Kisumu Conference
NAIROBI, Kenya- Kisumu, Kenya’s picturesque lakeside city, was abuzz during the Fourth Investment Conference of the African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET). This two-day event, hosted...
Kenya Awaits History as SportPesa Mega Jackpot Hits Record Sh391 Million
NAIROBI, Kenya- This weekend, Kenya stands on the cusp of gaming history as the SportPesa Mega Jackpot soars to a jaw-dropping Ksh. 391,830,162—the largest...
Google’s Contributes Sh116.3bn to Kenya’s Economy: ‘Digital Powerhouse’
NAIROBI, Kenya- In 2023, Google played a transformative role in Kenya's economy, contributing an estimated $900mn (Sh116.3 billion) through its suite of digital tools...
KRA Unlocks Sh21.9 Billion Through Alternative Dispute Resolution
NAIROBI, Kenya- In a win for efficiency and collaboration, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has unlocked a staggering Sh21.9 billion in tax revenues through...
The Scoop- Walls Have Ears
The Scoop by Y News is a one-page online magazine that takes you straight into Kenya's corridors of power. Each edition delivers sharp, thrilling stories – secrets, deals, and behind-the-scenes intrigues shaping the nation. Designed for the fast reader, The Scoop is made to be consumed in a glance and shared in a click.




