Questions have emerged over the lending conditions of the Youth Enterprise Development Fund after a prospective borrower claimed that his application for Sh5 million in asset financing was declined despite being advised to apply for the loan. The complainant, who sought to acquire an asset valued at Sh6.8 million, says…
KQ says travel insurance could strengthen tourism industry
NAIROBI, Oct 8, 2026 — Kenya Airways has welcomed the move towards mandatory travel insurance for visitors, saying increased protection for tourists could improve confidence in Kenya as a preferred travel destination. Kenya Airways Chief Commercial and Customer Officer Julius Thairu said travellers are more likely to visit destinations where…
Magical Kenya Expo Opens New Business Opportunities for Hotels, Travel Industry
The Magical Kenya Tourism Expo has continued to provide a crucial platform for hotels, travel agencies, airlines and destination management companies to build partnerships and explore new business opportunities, according to Golden Tulip Westlands Nairobi General Manager Irshad Quazzafi. Quazzafi said Golden Tulip Westlands has participated in the annual tourism…
Technology Can Bridge Education Gap for Learners with Disabilities – Robisearch CEO
Technology can help bridge the education gap facing learners with disabilities by giving them greater access to classrooms, learning materials and employment opportunities, Robisearch Limited Chief Executive Officer Robert Manyala has said. Manyala, who is also the founder of Robisearch Kenya, Uganda and South Africa, said technological innovation was increasingly…
PATIALA DISTILLERS THREATENS LEGAL ACTION OVER ALLEGED POLITICAL ATTACKS, COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS
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EVERY COW, SHEEP AND GOAT IN KENYA MUST CARRY ANITRAC TAG-CS MUTAHI
Every cow, sheep and goat in Kenya will be required to carry an Animal Identification and Traceability (ANITRAC) tag as the Government turns to technology to fight cattle rustling, strengthen disease surveillance, improve food safety and position Kenyan livestock for premium domestic and export markets. Agriculture and Livestock Development CS…
Ecobank Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Businesses to Grow, Scale and Invest
NAIROBI: Ecobank Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses with tailored financial solutions as they seek to expand operations, invest in new opportunities and achieve sustainable growth. The bank said it recognises that customers operate at different stages of their financial and business journeys, requiring solutions…
Government Moves to Address Milk Shortage as Production Falls 3.7 Per Cent
The Government has moved to address the current shortage of milk in the country after prolonged drought caused a decline in milk production and put pressure on animal feed supplies. Principal Secretary for Livestock Development Jonathan Mueke said the Government, working with dairy processors, farmers, cooperatives, feed manufacturers and regulators,…
Kenya Airways CEO George Kamal resigns, citing personal reasons
Kenya Airways is set for another change at the top after acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Capt. George Kamal announced his resignation from the national carrier. Kamal, who has attributed his decision to personal reasons, will leave the airline at the end of September after completing a…
Court allows 159 nicco movers matatus to resume Operations.
By Gladys Musyoka. The high court has issued an order quashing a decision of a matatu Sacco tribunal suspending the operation of Nicco movers matatus from conducting public transport along Thika road. Vacation judge justice Janet Mulwa said the decision of the tribunal to suspend the operations of 159 Matatus…