https://nairobileo.co.ke/feed/business Welcome to https://nairobileo.co.ke feed url page Tue, 12 May 2026 02:24:48 +0300 en-US akika.digital@gmail.com hourly 1 10 https://nairobileo.co.ke/feed/business https://nairobileo.co.ke/frontend/assets/img/logo.png Welcome to https://nairobileo.co.ke feed url page https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27464/cs-mbadi-announces-proposal-to-tax-mitumba-clothes-has-been-dropped https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27464/cs-mbadi-announces-proposal-to-tax-mitumba-clothes-has-been-dropped Mbadi claimed that he would petition Parliament to return the clause as an amendment to the Finance Bill. Mon, 11 May 2026 17:31:56 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27457/mbadi-why-government-may-not-reduce-paye-as-promised https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27457/mbadi-why-government-may-not-reduce-paye-as-promised "M-Pesa is not an income; it is a transfer of funds. Nobody will come for that." Mon, 11 May 2026 14:07:23 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27452/president-ruto-assents-to-3-new-bills-%5Bdetails%5D https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27452/president-ruto-assents-to-3-new-bills-%5Bdetails%5D President William Ruto has assented to three bills aimed at strengthening Kenya’s position as an investment destination. Mon, 11 May 2026 10:31:59 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27441/french-president-macron-arrives-in-nairobi-for-africa-forward-summit https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27441/french-president-macron-arrives-in-nairobi-for-africa-forward-summit French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Nairobi ahead of the upcoming Africa Forward Summit. Sun, 10 May 2026 17:48:19 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27433/kq-announces-disruption-in-cape-town-nairobi-route-after-bird-strike-incident https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27433/kq-announces-disruption-in-cape-town-nairobi-route-after-bird-strike-incident National Carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced a disruption on the Cape Town-Nairobi route after one of its planes suffered a bird strike in South Africa. Sun, 10 May 2026 09:09:22 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27420/treasury-responds-to-8-concerns-by-faith-odhiambo-about-finance-bill-2026 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27420/treasury-responds-to-8-concerns-by-faith-odhiambo-about-finance-bill-2026 Treasury explained that Mitumba Traders would only be charged at the point of entry and on presumed income. Sat, 09 May 2026 10:42:03 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27404/cs-mbadi-allocates-ksh492-billion-to-hire-intern-teachers https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27404/cs-mbadi-allocates-ksh492-billion-to-hire-intern-teachers Mbadi also set aside Ksh56 billion for HELB and Ksh9.2 billion for TVET students' scholarships. Thu, 07 May 2026 16:34:05 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27391/the-new-era-of-roulette-live-interactive-and-online https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27391/the-new-era-of-roulette-live-interactive-and-online Few casino games match the anticipation of watching a roulette wheel spin. Thu, 07 May 2026 12:02:49 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27366/kra-warns-public-over-fake-job-appointment-letters https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27366/kra-warns-public-over-fake-job-appointment-letters The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has flagged a fraudulent job appointment letter purporting to originate from the authority that is circulating online. Wed, 06 May 2026 13:30:24 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27362/nithi-bridge-realignment-to-begin-as-chinese-firm-wins-ksh79-billion-contract https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27362/nithi-bridge-realignment-to-begin-as-chinese-firm-wins-ksh79-billion-contract The long-awaited realignment of the accident-prone Nithi Bridge is set to begin after China Wu Yi Company Limited secured a multi-billion shilling contract to undertake the works. Wed, 06 May 2026 10:54:49 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27360/cs-wandayi-explains-fuel-shortage-in-the-country https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27360/cs-wandayi-explains-fuel-shortage-in-the-country Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has revealed that a technical and administrative hitch caused the fuel shortage being experienced at filling stations across the country. Wed, 06 May 2026 09:59:03 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27333/govt-issues-notice-to-manufacturers-investors-on-new-eac-regulations https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27333/govt-issues-notice-to-manufacturers-investors-on-new-eac-regulations The new regulations aim to establish a harmonized framework for manufacturing across partner states. Tue, 05 May 2026 09:34:48 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27278/the-5-priority-areas-in-kenyas-202627-budget https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27278/the-5-priority-areas-in-kenyas-202627-budget The framework moves away from broad allocation patterns and instead focuses on five core areas supported by structural reforms and value chain development Sun, 03 May 2026 12:01:10 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27277/inside-kenyas-sh48-trillion-budget-key-allocations-across-sectors https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27277/inside-kenyas-sh48-trillion-budget-key-allocations-across-sectors At the centre of the budget is the Executive, which takes up the largest share at KSh 2.817 trillion. Sat, 02 May 2026 11:49:45 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27281/finance-bill-2026-cuts-tax-filing-window-for-nil-returns-and-income-tax https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27281/finance-bill-2026-cuts-tax-filing-window-for-nil-returns-and-income-tax The June 30 tax return filing deadline has been moved to an earlier timeline. Sat, 02 May 2026 09:20:23 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27274/breakdown-of-tax-proposals-in-finance-bill-2026 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27274/breakdown-of-tax-proposals-in-finance-bill-2026 The National Assembly’s Finance Committee chairperson Kimani Kuria has tabled the Finance Bill, 2026, which details the tax proposals the government is keen on implementing for the 2026/2027 Financial Year. Sat, 02 May 2026 08:02:29 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27273/road-maintenance-levy-amendment-govt-to-slash-funding-of-road-annuity-programme-by-50percent https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27273/road-maintenance-levy-amendment-govt-to-slash-funding-of-road-annuity-programme-by-50percent The Road Maintenance Levy Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposes a 50% reduction in the levy amount paid into the Road Annuity Fund, moving from Ksh3 to Ksh1.50 per litre. Sat, 02 May 2026 07:25:31 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27267/win-as-kenyan-exports-get-98percent-zero-tariff-access-to-china-market https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27267/win-as-kenyan-exports-get-98percent-zero-tariff-access-to-china-market Kenyan exports will now enjoy expanded access to the Chinese market after the government announced a new zero-tariff arrangement. Fri, 01 May 2026 14:00:13 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27266/ruto-increases-the-minimum-wage-for-kenyans https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27266/ruto-increases-the-minimum-wage-for-kenyans Ruto announced an increase in the minimum earnings affecting general and agricultural wages. Fri, 01 May 2026 13:47:40 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27235/how-to-read-sports-betting-odds-and-markets https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27235/how-to-read-sports-betting-odds-and-markets The global online sports betting industry is projected to reach $49.74 billion by 2026 and $92.49 billion by 2031. Understanding odds and markets is the foundation of informed betting. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:52:16 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27228/kenya-railways-issues-notice-to-madaraka-express-passengers-amid-heavy-rains https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27228/kenya-railways-issues-notice-to-madaraka-express-passengers-amid-heavy-rains Kenya Railways Corporation has issued a public advisory to passengers using the Madaraka Express, urging them to plan their journeys carefully amid ongoing heavy rains. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:51:44 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27225/tanzanian-company-to-build-10-hospitals-in-9-counties-after-deal-with-govt https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27225/tanzanian-company-to-build-10-hospitals-in-9-counties-after-deal-with-govt The government has entered into a new agreement that will see a AMSONS Group invest in the construction of specialised hospitals across nine counties. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:47:20 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27209/tullow-oil-challenges-kras-ksh23-billion-tax-claim-in-kenya-exit-deal https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27209/tullow-oil-challenges-kras-ksh23-billion-tax-claim-in-kenya-exit-deal Tullow Oil has challenged a tax assessment of about Ksh23 billion issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) over the sale of its Kenyan business. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:01:04 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27180/kra-announces-changes-affecting-all-exporters https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27180/kra-announces-changes-affecting-all-exporters The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that export processes on the Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS) will be integrated with Value Added Tax (VAT) return filing on iTax. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:05:55 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27165/safaricom-addresses-error-affecting-5g-home-payments https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27165/safaricom-addresses-error-affecting-5g-home-payments Safaricom has responded to customer concerns after users reported encountering an error while attempting to pay for their 5G Home subscriptions. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:54:46 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27158/sports-betting-industry-investment-what-the-numbers-reveal https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27158/sports-betting-industry-investment-what-the-numbers-reveal The sports entertainment sector, along with betting, has become one of the fastest-growing investment categories globally. Here is what the latest data shows about where capital is flowing and why. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:10:22 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27081/cs-mbadi-revokes-kenya-pipeline-companys-status-as-government-entity https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27081/cs-mbadi-revokes-kenya-pipeline-companys-status-as-government-entity Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revoked the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC)’s designation as a national government entity. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:52 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27061/taxi-hailing-company-little-announces-fare-adjustment https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27061/taxi-hailing-company-little-announces-fare-adjustment Taxi-hailing company Little has announced a fare increase following a recent surge in fuel prices. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:53:59 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27060/co-op-bank-issues-cautionary-notice-over-planned-restructuring https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27060/co-op-bank-issues-cautionary-notice-over-planned-restructuring Co-operative Bank of Kenya has issued a cautionary notice after its board approved a planned corporate reorganization that would see the lender placed under a new group holding structure. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:15:50 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27040/lua-ai-startup-raises-ksh748m-to-expand-operations-in-nairobi https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/27040/lua-ai-startup-raises-ksh748m-to-expand-operations-in-nairobi AI startup Lua has secured Ksh748 million in fresh funding as it moves to scale its operations, including expansion in Nairobi and other global markets. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:05:35 +0300