Business

A British mining company, Shanta Gold Limited, has announced the discovery of one of Kenya’s largest gold deposits — an estimated Sh683 billion worth of the precious metal in Kakamega County. According to the firm, about 337 acres of land will be required for the mining project, most of which …

The government has approved the expansion of the 23.5-kilometre Muthaiga–Kiambu–Ndumberi Road into a dual carriageway in a move aimed at decongesting the busy Kiambu Road corridor. According to a statement from State House, the upgraded highway will feature additional lanes, bypasses, loops, and access roads to improve traffic flow and …

A new Ipsos Safety Index commissioned by Bolt reveals that 94 percent of Kenyans perceive ride-hailing services as safer than conventional transport modes like matatus and traditional taxis — signaling a strong public shift toward tech-based mobility solutions. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The survey, which engaged 250 …

Swedish-Kenyan electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Roam has opened its latest funding round to private investors for the first time, enabling individuals to purchase company shares via a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube, Europe’s largest equity crowdfunding platform. This initiative is part of Roam’s Pre-Series B round, previously reserved for institutional investors, …

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has ordered Liquid Telecommunications Kenya Ltd to pay Sh700,000 to a complainant for unlawfully handling personal data without consent — one of the latest penalties under Kenya’s Data Protection Act, 2019. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In its ruling, the …

Kenya Airways (KQ) has teamed up with Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) to promote medical tourism in Africa, aiming to establish Kenya as a top destination for high-quality healthcare on the continent. The partnership, facilitated through KQ Health, the airline’s healthcare division, combines KQ’s regional flight network with AKUH’s advanced …

Chinese vehicle manufacturer Jetour has officially entered the Kenyan market, unveiling four mid-size SUV models aimed at the country’s growing premium car segment. The lineup includes the Jetour Dashing, Jetour X70, Jetour T-Series, and Jetour T2, which will be distributed locally through Global Motor Center, Jetour’s official partner in Kenya. …

Parliament is set to approve a deal allowing Gulf Energy E&P B.V. to begin oil and gas extraction in Turkana County, marking a key step toward Kenya’s first commercial petroleum production. Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi confirmed that his ministry has already approved the Field Development Plan (FDP) …

Safaricom, Kenya’s leading telecommunications firm, has announced a 54.5% jump in its half-year profit, largely driven by reduced losses in its Ethiopian operations and steady performance in its domestic market. The company reported a group operating profit of Ksh.65.2 billion ($505.6 million) for the six months ending September, maintaining its …

Gitson Energy Limited has formally written to the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), demanding full transparency on all Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approvals and licenses for power projects in Marsabit County. The firm raised concerns over whether these projects comply with Kenya’s environmental and community land regulations. Click here to …