Business
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.
Safaricom Pulls Ads from Nation Media Group Amid Investigative Reports
NAIROBI, Kenya- In an unprecedented move highlighting the pressure on Kenyan media, Safaricom, Kenya’s telecom giant, has suspended advertising on all Nation Media Group...
Equity Group Holdings Reports 11pc Rise in Pretax Profit for First Nine Months of 2024
NAIROBI, Kenya - Kenya’s Equity Group Holdings (EQTY.NR), the country's largest bank by customer base, posted a notable increase in its pretax profit, reaching...
M-Kopa Targets Local Smartphone Production Milestone with Plans for 10 Million Units by 2027
NAIROBI, Kenya- Kenya’s mobile phone landscape is set for a major shake-up as asset-financing powerhouse M-Kopa ramps up local smartphone production. The company aims to...
Co-operative Bank Partners with Water Organizations to Finance Kenya’s Water and Sanitation Projects
NAIROBI, Kenya- In a major step towards improving access to clean water and sanitation in Kenya, Co-operative Bank has signed a Sh500 million financing...
Britam Launches ‘Malkia’ Female Wellness Cover to Address Women’s Unique Health Needs
NAIROBI, Kenya- Britam has introduced the Female Wellness Cover (Malkia)—an affordable, comprehensive insurance plan tailored to support women’s diverse health and wellness needs. With premiums...
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.




