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Alternative credit scoring in Kenya: practical steps for small merchants
Alternative data can help Kenyan shopkeepers build credit, but they must keep clear records, understand repayment limits and demand transparent terms.
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Air France launches African‑inspired Business Class menu on Nairobi‑Paris route
Air France’s new Business Class menu, created by Michelin‑starred Chef Mory Sacko, is now being rolled out on flights between Nairobi and …
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Sub‑Saharan Africa Handles $1.4 trillion of Mobile Money in 2025, Two‑Thirds of Global Value
In 2025, mobile‑money wallets in Sub‑Saharan Africa moved about $1.4 trillion, roughly two‑thirds of all mobile‑money value worldwide, according to the GSMA.
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Stanbic Bank Kenya links exporters to China International Import Expo
Stanbic Bank Kenya is adding Kenyan exporters to a 20‑business African delegation for the 2026 China International Import Expo, offering trade finance …
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SSE appoints Siemens Energy as preferred supplier for 1.4 GW Berwick Bank B offshore wind turbines and substations
SSE has named Siemens Energy to supply turbines and offshore substations for the 1.4 GW Berwick Bank B phase, creating up to …
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Lydian Energy’s 150 MW Faraday Battery Storage Begins Commercial Operation in Utah
Lydian Energy’s Faraday battery energy storage system, delivering 150 MW and 600 MWh, started commercial operation on 18 September 2026, supporting Meta’s …
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Germany offers 1,200 TVET scholarships for Kenyan youth – applications close Nov 18
The German Embassy in Nairobi announced 1,200 Wings to Fly TVET scholarships for Kenyans aged 18‑35 in food‑agriculture programmes, with applications due …
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Optiven trims software spend by 40% after moving to Zoho One suite
Kenyan real‑estate developer Optiven cut its software costs by 40% and unified over 300 users on a single platform through a Zoho …
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Kopasi–Marich Pass Road Upgrade Hits 56.5% Completion with Rigorous Quality Checks
The 31.4‑km Kopasi River–Lomut–Sigur–Marich Pass road is 56.5% complete, with 12 km tarmacked and extensive material testing ensuring compliance with KeNHA standards.
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Mombasa LPG Terminal to Boost Storage but Affordability Remains Key for Kenya’s Clean‑Cooking Goal
A new 30,000‑tonne LPG terminal in Mombasa aims to expand storage capacity, yet the government must address distribution costs to meet its …
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KeNHA urges caution on Rironi‑Mau Summit Highway as festive travel peaks
The Kenya National Highways Authority has warned motorists to maintain vehicles and heed construction zones on the Nairobi‑Nakuru corridor ahead of the …
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Ecobank Kenya allocates KES 1 million to upgrade Thamuru Primary’s digital lab
Ecobank Kenya is investing KES 1 million to refurbish Thamuru Primary School’s computer lab in Thika, adding 25 desktops and learning materials …
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High Court Allows EACC to Continue Land Recovery Suit Against Makadara MP
The Nairobi High Court dismissed a preliminary objection by MP George Aladwa, permitting the Ethics and Anti‑Corruption Commission to pursue its case …