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Kenya Pipeline Company to Handle Rwanda's Fuel Imports After New Bilateral Deal

Kenya Pipeline Company will now oversee Rwanda's fuel imports, boosting volumes from 42,000 to over 500,000 cubic meters annually following a new bilateral deal

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Vodacom Increases Safaricom Stake to 55% in $2.1 Billion Deal

Vodacom has finalized a $2.1 billion deal to acquire a 55% stake in Safaricom, solidifying its control and impacting the Kenyan telecom landscape.

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How the Eastern Region Music Festivals Are Transforming Wote Town's Local Economy

Explore how the Eastern Region Music Festivals are revitalizing Wote Town's economy by attracting visitors and supporting local businesses, and their role in Mâ

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Jabali Towers to Transform Tatu City with Residential, Commercial, and Hospitality Spaces—CRBC to Lead Construction

Discover how Jabali Towers in Tatu City will feature residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces, with CRBC spearheading the construction of this 88,000 sqm

Economy

Kenya Secures KSH 7.8 Billion Funding from Germany for 2026-2028 Development Projects

Kenya has received KSH 7.8 billion from Germany to fund development projects from 2026 to 2028, boosting infrastructural and social initiatives across the East

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Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro Apologizes for Missing Critical Finance Bill Vote

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has apologized for his absence during a key Finance Bill vote, sparking debate on legislative accountability and MPs' responsibilities.

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Now Hiring: Sales Executives at Lewide Enterprises Limited - Sell Genuine Plots Today

Join Lewide Enterprises Limited as a Sales Executive and build your career in real estate. Apply now before the June 30th deadline!

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Bed Palace Kenya Unveils State-of-the-Art Showroom to Enhance Customer Experience

Discover how Bed Palace Kenya is elevating the furniture shopping experience with their new state-of-the-art showroom, showcasing their commitment to quality,5.

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Kenyan Business Community Calls for Broader Hearings on Tobacco Bill

Kenyan business owners and entrepreneurs protest limited public hearings on the Tobacco Control Amendment Bill, demanding wider stakeholder engagement acrossKen

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President Ruto Signs Finance Bill 2026 into Law After Legislative Approval

President Ruto has assented to the Finance Bill 2026, formalizing it into law. This move highlights key policy changes and governance impacts for the …