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03 November 2024 - If the years have taught Deepesh Jha, who recently turned 50, anything, it is to focus on what matters.

03 November 2024 - African ministers were attending the International Monetary Fund's annual meetings in Washington DC.

02 November 2024 - Nigeria's national oil company, the NNPCL and its counterpart in Morocco, the Office National des Hydrocarbures et des Mines (ONHYM) have announced a significant milestone in the plan to kickstart the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) project.

02 November 2024 - The new sugar board will regulate, develop, and promote the sugar industry.

02 November 2024 - The president of Kenya, William Ruto, during the annual Tax Payers' Day at State House, disclosed plans for tax reforms, and by extension, revenue generation.

02 November 2024 - The United Nations has issued a warning about an impending crisis of severe hunger and famine in certain regions, driven by conflict, climate change, and economic stress.

02 November 2024 - The quest for a better life and improved living conditions has led to an increase in the number of people pushing to migrate.

02 November 2024 - The partnership and relationship between South Africa and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will deepen further and the UAE has been invited to the G20 summit in Johannesburg next year, said South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure…

02 November 2024 - Taxes imposed on the troubled firm were on consignments allegedly exported to Burundi between 2013 and 2017.

02 November 2024 - The government of Kenya, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has announced plans to purchase one million bags of maize from farmers across the country at a price of Ksh.3,500 per 90kg bag.

02 November 2024 - ACCRA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) — Ghana on Friday launched its first 5G network to boost the country’s digital transformation and economic growth. The 5G network was built by Next-Gen InfraCo, a consortium of telecommunication service companies, which…

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 2 – The Treasury has proposed a 6 percent Significant Economic Presence Tax (SEPT) targeting digital firms in Kenya, including ride-hailing, food delivery platforms, and freelance services. SEPT aims to replace the current…

02 November 2024 - NOV 2 – Jobs growth in the US slowed sharply in October as hurricanes and strikes disrupted the economy. Employers added 12,000 jobs last month, much lower than the 223,000 created in September, according to the Labor Department. But while hiring…

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 2 – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has recovered Sh4.22 billion through public reports of corruption and tax evasion submitted on its iWhistle platform. During the Taxpayers’ Day awards on Friday, President William Ruto…

02 November 2024 - Farmer applies the training he got from the National Youth Service to grow and sell fruits.

02 November 2024 - Mauritius has lifted the social media restrictions it imposed less than 48 hours ago, citing concerns over cyber-terrorism risks.

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 2 – The persistent challenges surrounding women’s access to land, credit, and technology in agribusiness were brought to the forefront today at the Women in Agribusiness Leadership Summit 2024 (WIAS). NARK Kenya Chairperson…

02 November 2024 - There are four breeds of goats that are highly recommended for meat production.

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 2 – Pan African asset finance solutions provider Watu has scored a milestone by selling more than one million mobile devices in the Kenyan market.  Through its Watu Simu subsidiary and in partnership with device manufacturers…

02 November 2024 - A group young people makes flower vases from what the world considers trash.

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 2 – G20 Ministers have called for urgent reforms in Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and global debt structures for increased support to African countries most hit by climate change and economic instability. The finance…

02 November 2024 - DAR ES SALAAM, Nov2 (Xinhua) — The central bank of Tanzania on Friday reiterated its move to withdraw old Tanzanian shilling banknotes from circulation. Ilulu Ilulu, acting director of currency management at the Bank of Tanzania (BoT), said the…

02 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 2 – Ministry of Trade, Investments and Industry in conjunction with the National Treasury have announced plans to introduce the Business Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, following public consultations aimed at improving regulations…

02 November 2024 - The utility has now delegated the task to the State-owned Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (Rerec).

02 November 2024 - Nairobi, November 2, 2024… The Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital is seeking additional partners to support efforts aimed at expanding cancer screening capabilities, to ensure timely diagnosis of affected children. This appeal was a focal point during…

02 November 2024 - In Kenya, where the pressure to survive is intense, thousands of individuals are struggling with mental health issues.

02 November 2024 - The fresh proposals were previously in the rejected Finance Bill, 2024.

02 November 2024 - If you have a longer-term investment strategy and if you are willing to take more risks, then stocks become an equally lucrative avenue of investment.

02 November 2024 - Consider investing in real estate or government securities, particularly taking out a loan to invest in lucrative infrastructure bonds.

01 November 2024 - Africa faces a significant infrastructure challenge that has long impeded its economic and social development. South Sudan ranks lowest in infrastructure development across the continent.

01 November 2024 - Treasury has proposed introducing a new SEP tax but at a higher rate of six percent, four times the 1.5 percent digital tax service.

01 November 2024 - In a surprising turn of events, Botswana’s President Dr Mokgweetsi E.K Masisi conceded defeat after the country rejected its longest-serving governing party, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) in the parliamentary elections held on October 30. As…

01 November 2024 - Cities can be a marvel to behold from the sky, with their sprawling landscapes, towering skyscrapers, and intricate networks of streets and highways. This attractive ambience has been captured in a new report ranking cities across the word…

01 November 2024 - As Nigeria’s economy continues to tank, more Nigerians are earning less while the rate of unemployment continues to spike. Additionally, the purchasing power of the average Nigerian has seen a sharp decline.

01 November 2024 - JERUSALEM, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) — Israel’s cabinet approved a 2025 wartime budget on Friday, detailing measures and tax increases to bolster military spending for ongoing operations in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. The 607.4-billion-shekel (162 billion U.…

01 November 2024 - NOV 1 – President William Ruto has assented to the Sugar Bill 2022, aiming to revitalise the sugar sector. The Bill will address the challenges that have crippled the once vibrant and profitable industry, a vital source of livelihood for many…

01 November 2024 - The surge in smartphone purchase has led to an increase in the volume of data used globally. However, the cost of mobile data varies greatly across regions, with substantial disparities in the price of 1 Gigabyte (GB) of data.

01 November 2024 - The Appeal Court ruled that the state corporation was not liable to attach its assets or bank deposits.

01 November 2024 - The gains by the local currency has had the effect of slashing the shilling equivalent of borrowings denominated in foreign currencies.

01 November 2024 - TOKYO, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) — Tokyo stocks continued to fall on Friday, tracking overnight drops of tech shares on Wall Street, while anticipation of potential interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan spurred a wave of sell-offs. Japan’s benchmark…

01 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – A total of Sh3.37 billion in micro loans has been disbursed to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Northern Kenya. Announced during this week’s Northern Kenya Impact Investment Conference, the funds were…

01 November 2024 - Nov 1 – Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, led by Prof. Trilok Singh from the Department of Energy Science and Engineering, have achieved a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology with their work on Perovskite…

01 November 2024 - The surge in smartphone sales has intensified competition among mobile brands, leaving consumers flooded with options.

01 November 2024 - The surge in smartphone sales has intensified competition among mobile brands, leaving consumers flooded with options.

01 November 2024 - The ongoing presidential election in Botswana could give rise to a new head of state, and by extension, bring to an end, the 6 decade long dominance of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). The final results of the election is expected later today.

01 November 2024 - Topline Spotify confirmed the data tracking period for its highly anticipated Spotify Wrapped year-in-review packages will extend beyond Oct. 31, the date that was once reported to be the final day of data collection, though it did not specify when…

01 November 2024 - Nigeria has launched an amnesty program starting October 31, designed to bring dollars held outside the banking system back into circulation.

01 November 2024 - Sale of Premium Motor Spirits (PMS), popularly known as petrol, from the Dangote refinery continues to be a bone of contention as marketers demand transparency on pricing from the refinery.

01 November 2024 - Mauritius’s communications regulator has directed all internet service providers to block access to social media platforms until November 11, a day after the upcoming general election.

01 November 2024 - Kenyans throng KICC to witness the swearing in of the new Deputy President.