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Canada’s 2027 Immigration Plan Sets 220,000 Temporary Workers and 150,000 Students

Canada’s 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan keeps targets at 220,000 temporary workers, 150,000 international students and 380,000 permanent residents, outlining permit application steps …

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ChamaBox launches digital platform to streamline Kenya’s informal savings groups

Fintech startup ChamaBox offers a mobile‑first system that automates M‑Pay reconciliation, loan management and member portals for Kenya’s chamas, aiming to replace …

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High IVF Costs and Limited Specialist Access Keep Many Kenyan Couples Childless

Kenyan couples face steep out‑of‑pocket IVF expenses, scarce specialist services and insurance exclusions, leaving fertility treatment out of reach for many.

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UNICEF Report Finds War‑Zone Attacks on Water and Sanitation Systems Triple, Raising Child Health Risks

UNICEF’s Water Under Fire report shows attacks on WASH facilities in conflict zones rose from under 45 incidents in 2021 to more …

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Why a Business Registration Certificate Alone Won’t Boost Productivity

A registration certificate gives legal identity but does not automatically provide customers, finance or infrastructure needed for a thriving enterprise.

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Gospel Singer Bahati Reveals He Refused Raila Odinga’s Offer to Step Aside in 2022 Mathare Race

Kevin Bahati disclosed that the late Raila Odinga asked him to withdraw from the 2022 Mathare parliamentary contest in exchange for a …

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Redtech targets Kenya‑Nigeria payments bridge, aims for launch by Q1 2027

Nigerian fintech Redtech plans a digital payments corridor linking Kenya and Nigeria, with a pilot rollout for micro‑to‑medium businesses slated for early …

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Financial system struggles to recognise women‑owned enterprises

Legal gaps, asset rules and care duties often keep thriving women‑run firms invisible to lenders, prompting calls for clearer eligibility and flexible …

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Kenyan Exporters Face Cash Gaps While Waiting for VAT Refunds

Exporters who qualify for zero‑rated VAT refunds must navigate a 120‑day to 180‑day processing timeline, affecting cash flow and competitiveness.

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Tax predictability crucial for Kenyan entrepreneurs, experts say

Unclear tax rules and sudden reinterpretations can deter investment and raise hidden costs for Kenyan businesses, prompting calls for stable calendars and …

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Understanding the True Cost of an Approved Business Loan in Kenya

Loan approval alone does not guarantee a business can meet repayments; borrowers must assess fees, cash flow timing and security risks before …

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Kenya’s movable‑asset collateral regime: what entrepreneurs need to know

Banks still often demand land titles, but Kenya’s Movable Property Security Rights Registry offers a legal path for using equipment, inventory and …

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