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Motorists are expected to begin using the first phase of the Rironi–Mau Summit Highway in August, as construction of the Rironi–Naivasha stretch nears completion, which is projected for June. Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir informed the Senate that work on the Rironi–Naivasha section is almost complete, paving the …

When it comes to sourcing reliable car parts in Kenya, Uptown Auto Spares has positioned itself as a leading supplier for both exterior, interior, and mechanical components. Owned by automotive entrepreneur David Njoroge, the company has built a reputation for importing top-quality car parts directly to Kenya, catering to mechanics, …

I&M Bank has announced plans to open nine additional branches across Kenya in 2026 as part of its “Mahali Uko, Tuko” expansion campaign, focusing on fast-growing areas driven by agribusiness, real estate and MSMEs. The new branches will be set up in Ngong Town, Kitengela, Nyahururu, Kitui, Homa Bay, Migori, …

Safaricom is introducing Ziidi Trader, a share-trading service built into the M-Pesa app, a move set to transform how Kenyans invest in listed companies and potentially boost retail participation at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The platform will enable users to buy and sell NSE-listed shares directly through M-Pesa and …

About two out of every ten electric vehicles in Kenya are currently operating on the Bolt ride-hailing platform, underscoring the growing influence of mobility apps in driving the adoption of electric transport, according to an analysis. Of the estimated 24,000 electric vehicles on Kenyan roads, around 5,808 are active on …

By: China Daily South Africa and Kenya have become the latest African countries to make progress on trade deals with Beijing as both nations work toward duty-free access and hail opportunities in China’s market. China and South Africa signed a framework agreement on economic partnership for shared prosperity on Friday, …

Safaricom PLC has announced an interim dividend of Sh0.85 per ordinary share for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. In a statement to the public, the company said its board approved the dividend during a meeting held on February 4, 2026. The payout applies to the year ending March …

Advertising spend by betting and gambling companies dropped sharply by 89 percent to Sh131 million in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, largely due to tighter sector regulations. Data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) shows the figure is a steep decline from Sh1.2 billion recorded in …

Buyers of Isuzu’s MU-X SUV in East Africa are set to save up to Sh3.6 million as the company begins local assembly of the model. The locally assembled 3-litre MU-X will now sell for Sh9.9 million, down from Sh13.5 million—a 27% price reduction. A higher-spec 1.9-litre variant will also be …

Over half of the smartphones currently on the Safaricom network are Xiaomi devices, underscoring the Chinese brand’s rising influence in Kenya’s mobile phone market. The information was shared on Friday during the Nairobi launch of the Redmi Note 15 Series, which includes three models targeting users seeking affordability, performance, and …