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26 March 2025 - Government hospitals received Sh1.43 billion for 2,021 claims, while faith-based hospitals received the least with only Sh532.5 million for 405 claims.

26 March 2025 - The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer for East Africa.

26 March 2025 - Kenya will host the Financing Agri-food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) Summit 2025 from May 20-22 in Nairobi bringing together global leaders, policymakers, financiers, and food system stakeholders to address the pressing issue of food systems financing…

26 March 2025 - From boosting immunity, libido to aiding digestion, herbs and spices have quickly captured the attention of a population eager to improve its well-being.

26 March 2025 - The government has abandoned the 9th review of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, which is set to lapse on April 1, 2025.

26 March 2025 - On Monday, Shola Akinlade, the CEO of one of Nigera’s largest tech firms; Paystack, launched his new product, Zap, a payment system that allows international visitors in Nigeria to make seamless payments with foreign cards. Unfortunately, since then…

26 March 2025 - Experts say while Covid-19 primarily targets the lungs, it can also lead to serious heart complications, including blood clots, inflammation, irregular heart rhythms, and heart failure.

26 March 2025 - Last week, the country made history by becoming the only African nation with a female President and Vice President. The government also had 14 ministers sworn in on Friday, eight of which are women. On Friday, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 — The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer in East Africa. Announcing the appointment, the lender noted that Felix brings extensive knowledge of the…

26 March 2025 - Significant debt loads to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have characterized the financial reality of several African countries in recent decades. IMF debts continue to remain a subject of contention.

26 March 2025 - Nowadays we are able to easily identify the yellow-coloured school vehicles, and provide them necessary support, or hold management accountable.

26 March 2025 - According to recent reports, Prince Harry has decided to step down from ‘Sentebale’ the charity he founded in South Africa in honor of his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.

26 March 2025 - Addressing trade facilitation issues, such as customs modernisation and digital trade platforms, could position Africa as a major player in global trade.

26 March 2025 - To avoid frustration and inefficiency, there is a need to systematically attack the root causes of costly complexity.

26 March 2025 - Transforming food systems for nutrition demands action on multiple fronts: cross-sector decision-making, coherent policies, targeted budgets, robust data, and vigilant monitoring.

26 March 2025 - DT has increased its dividend per share for the fourth straight year to to Sh7.

26 March 2025 - According to the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer, media trust levels vary significantly across different regions. While some countries exhibit strong confidence in their media institutions, others remain highly sceptical.

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Liberty Kenya Holdings has announced a 108.5 percent rise in profit after tax, reaching Sh1.402 billion, up from Sh672 million in 2023 for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The company attributes the growth to…

26 March 2025 -  LONDON, March 26 (Xinhua) — Britain’s Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose 2.8 percent year on year in February, down from 3 percent in January, data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed on Wednesday. “Inflation eased in February.…

26 March 2025 - I&M Group has raised its dividend per share by 17.6 percent to Sh3.

26 March 2025 - The world's worst humanitarian crises in 2025 reflect a troubling trend of escalating conflicts, economic instability, and climate-induced disasters.

26 March 2025 - Uganda’s financial losses due to anti-gay policies are estimated at $586 million to $2.4 billion per year, affecting tourism, international aid, and trade.

26 March 2025 - Campaigns against drug abuse have mainly focused on low-income neighbourhoods and slums—leaving the menace to flourish in affluent homes.

26 March 2025 - MAR 26 – India and the US have begun bilateral trade negotiations that will continue until Saturday in Delhi. A US delegation, led by Assistant Trade Representative for South and Central Asia Brendan Lynch, arrived in the city on Tuesday for the talks…

26 March 2025 - A strong and stable currency is a valuable economic asset for any country, especially African countries pursuing long-term growth and global competitiveness.

26 March 2025 - Manufacturers in Nigeria are optimistic about the economic impact of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals’ new polypropylene production.

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Public sector agencies have teamed up with leading private enterprises in the agribusiness space, including RooTooba, to drive preparations for the 2025 Financing Agri-Food System (FINAS) conference. Slated for May 20 to 22 at…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Kenya’s digital landscape, once a thriving space for open discourse and economic innovation, is facing increased censorship that threatens both civil liberties and business interests. Human rights organizations have raised…

26 March 2025 - KIEV, March 26 (Xinhua) — Washington has proposed a new version of the minerals deal to Kiev based on a previous framework agreement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on Tuesday. “After the framework deal, a full agreement is…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – Joy Vipinchandra Bhatt of Moore JVB Consulting has been appointed as the administrator of Lipa Later Limited, a digital consumer credit provider.  According to a notice by Moore JVB, Bhatt assumed control of the company’s…

26 March 2025 - Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has reiterated the government’s determination to eliminate illegal gold smuggling and ensure the nation fully capitalises on its gold wealth.

26 March 2025 - Two of Africa’s telecommunications powerhouses, MTN and Airtel have agreed to collaborate in a couple of its major markets, Nigeria and Uganda.

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar  26 – Rhino Ark, in collaboration with Austrian tech firm IT-Revolutions, has introduced an AI-powered system to enhance the management of the upcoming Black Rhino sanctuary in the Aberdares. The AI-based hyena detection system…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar  26 – Rhino Ark, in collaboration with Australian tech firm IT-Revolutions, has introduced an AI-powered system to enhance the management of the upcoming Black Rhino sanctuary in the Aberdares. The AI-based hyena detection system…

26 March 2025 - IEBC chairperson vetting continues, with Lilian Wanjiku now being interviewed

26 March 2025 - MAR 26 – The free messaging app Signal has made headlines after the White House confirmed it was used for a secret group chat between senior US officials. The editor-in-chief of the Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, was inadvertently added to the group…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26 – The National Assembly’s Finance and National Planning Committee has demanded scrutiny over the Sh2 billion loss incurred by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), summoning the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to explain its…

26 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 26– Despite geopolitical and trade tensions, Kenyan CEOs remain optimistic about economic growth, with 60 percent expecting global improvement and 48 percent expressing confidence in the local economy, according to PwC’s 2025 CEO…

26 March 2025 - WASHINGTON, March 26 (Xinhua) — America’s “fiscal strength is on course for a continued multiyear decline,” the Financial Times reported, citing credit rating group Moody’s. U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs could hamper the country’s…

26 March 2025 - By Nzola Miranda As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and transform various industries, a prevailing concern has arisen: Will AI render human labour obsolete? Reports highlighting automation, robotic workers, and self-driving vehicles…

26 March 2025 - Kenya’s boda boda riders, a crucial force in the country’s mobility and delivery sector, continue to face significant financial risks due to inadequate insurance coverage.

26 March 2025 - Kenya's production rises by five per cent to 76,758 tonnes from 73,019 in January.

26 March 2025 - Kenyans are borrowing an average of Ksh.500 million daily, amounting to Ksh.15 billion monthly, a new report by the Digital Financial Services Association of Kenya (DFSAK), has revealed.

25 March 2025 - Beyond textiles, Agoa has facilitated Kenya’s access to the US market for horticultural products, including flowers, nuts, and coffee.

25 March 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 – NCBA Group mobile loans grew by 23 percent to Sh1 trillion in the 2024 fiscal year compared to a similar period in 2023, boosted by a financial inclusion campaign that reached over 60 million users. An increase in digital…

25 March 2025 - Kakuzi’s sales fell by 11.3 percent to Sh4.79 billion due to lower volumes of avocado exports, which declined to 2.22 million cartons from 3.07 million cartons exported the previous year.

25 March 2025 - Agriculture contributes more than 22 percent to the gross domestic product, accounting for about 70 percent of rural employment and an overall 25 percent of the labour force.

25 March 2025 - Just two years ago, opening a Central Depository System (CDS) account to invest in government securities was a daunting task.

25 March 2025 - Expanding the tax base by ensuring everyone pays their fair share will help reduce the tax burden on currently compliant taxpayers, particularly salaried Kenyans.

25 March 2025 - CBK in the August 19, 2024 letter to CMA questioned the deals on the bond transaction through the NSSF CSD accounts and those of Mr Humphrey Wachira Gichuru and Pergamon Investment Bank Ltd.