In a bold move to digitize and reform public procurement, the Government of Kenya has allocated Ksh700 million in the 2025/2026 national budget for the implementation of the Electronic Government Procurement (eGP) system. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, while presenting the Ksh4.29 trillion budget in Parliament, confirmed that the funds would support the nationwide rollout […]
With the June 30 deadline looming, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KR has rolled out a new, simplified way to file Nil tax returns—this time through the eCitizen portal. The move marks a significant shift in Kenya’s tax compliance strategy and is designed to ease congestion and digital frustrations commonly experienced during peak filing periods. Previously, […]
As World Vape Day 2025 prompts countries around the globe to rethink tobacco harm reduction, the conversation around safer nicotine products in Kenya takes center stage—right as Parliament debates the proposed Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024. Kenya faces a stubborn smoking epidemic, with over 15% of adult Kenyan men still consuming traditional tobacco products. Each […]
In a remarkable financial performance that underscores the transformation of the health insurance sector, Jubilee Health Insurance profit surge for 2024 has reached a record 142%, positioning the company as a dominant force in health insurance in Kenya. Jubilee Health Insurance Limited (JHIL), a key subsidiary of Jubilee Holdings, reported a profit before tax of […]
The latest round of U.S.-China trade talks has reignited global attention as officials from both nations met in London to iron out long-standing disputes. Amid rising tensions over export controls and advanced technology, negotiators emerged with a tentative framework aimed at stabilizing a fragile economic relationship. With rare earth minerals, semiconductors, and university exchanges on […]
Question : Hernia is becoming common . What foods or minerals are essential for strengthening the stomach lining to prevent it from weakness? And which one should vulnerable people avoid ? Do you know how to manage hernia most effectively? Answer : Yes, hernias are becoming increasingly common, especially abdominal and inguinal hernias, due to […]
As digital spaces continue to evolve, a silent revolution is underway—one that places machines, not humans, at the forefront of decision-making. Marketers are now navigating a world where AI agents, not browsers or buyers, are the primary filters between brand and customer. Welcome to the machine-mediated marketplace. The New Customer Isn’t Human Autonomous AI agents—like […]
For decades, the Jua Kali sector—Kenya’s iconic informal economy of artisans, mechanics, welders, and vendors—has been a symbol of resilience, grit, and hustle. Born from economic necessity and a lack of formal employment, it has long existed in the margins, supplying affordable services and goods while receiving little policy attention or support. But a transformation […]
