https://nairobileo.co.ke/feed/business Welcome to https://nairobileo.co.ke feed url page Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:47:13 +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/30113/kra-unveils-15-approved-vendors-for-new-electronic-cargo-tracking-system https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30113/kra-unveils-15-approved-vendors-for-new-electronic-cargo-tracking-system The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has approved 15 vendors to provide electronic monitoring and tracking services for goods under customs control. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:05:40 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30102/kenya-seeks-aiib-support-for-rironi-mau-summit-jkia-and-sgr-projects-details https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30102/kenya-seeks-aiib-support-for-rironi-mau-summit-jkia-and-sgr-projects-details Kenya is seeking increased financing and technical support from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to advance major infrastructure and connectivity projects. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:03:44 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30097/mudavadi-clarifies-govts-position-on-foreigners-doing-business-in-kenya https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30097/mudavadi-clarifies-govts-position-on-foreigners-doing-business-in-kenya Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has clarified that Kenya has not imposed a blanket ban on foreigners doing small-scale businesses in the country. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30088/absa-bank-kenya-confirms-yusuf-omari-as-new-managing-director https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30088/absa-bank-kenya-confirms-yusuf-omari-as-new-managing-director Absa Bank Kenya has confirmed the appointment of Yusuf Omari as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:48:38 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30078/kra-announces-12-hour-icms-maintenance https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30078/kra-announces-12-hour-icms-maintenance The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a scheduled 12-hour maintenance of the Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS) on Sunday, September 13. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:51:07 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30040/govt-tata-chemicals-magadi-form-committee-to-resolve-compliance-disputes https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30040/govt-tata-chemicals-magadi-form-committee-to-resolve-compliance-disputes The government has agreed with Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited to establish a high-level technical committee to address outstanding compliance concerns. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:05:49 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30026/ruto-orders-90-day-regularisation-of-foreign-traders-in-kenya https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30026/ruto-orders-90-day-regularisation-of-foreign-traders-in-kenya President William Ruto has directed the government to undertake a 90-day regularisation exercise for foreign nationals conducting business in Kenya. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:01:14 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30010/kra-issues-notice-on-planned-itax-downtime https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30010/kra-issues-notice-on-planned-itax-downtime The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a scheduled maintenance of the iTax system that will temporarily affect access to the platform. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:17:12 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30007/kra-responds-to-clearing-agents-concerns-over-cargo-clearance https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/30007/kra-responds-to-clearing-agents-concerns-over-cargo-clearance KRA has responded to concerns raised by the KIFWA, clearing agents, motor vehicle dealers and other stakeholders over cargo clearance processes. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:59:43 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29994/centum-names-acting-ceo-as-james-mworia-exits-after-18-years https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29994/centum-names-acting-ceo-as-james-mworia-exits-after-18-years James Mworia is transitioning to become the founding Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF). Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:50:26 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29991/national-infrastructure-fund-appoints-james-mworia-as-founding-ceo https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29991/national-infrastructure-fund-appoints-james-mworia-as-founding-ceo The National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) board has appointed James Mworia as the founding Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:06:18 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29976/kra-announces-scheduled-maintenance-of-icms-system https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29976/kra-announces-scheduled-maintenance-of-icms-system KRA has announced a scheduled maintenance of the Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS), which will temporarily affect access to the platform by all iCMS users. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:15:21 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29964/kra-opens https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29964/kra-opens KRA has opened a six-month Tax Amnesty Programme giving eligible taxpayers an opportunity to have interest, penalties and fines relating to qualifying tax liabilities waived. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:25:58 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29944/ntsa-issues-scam-alert-over-fake-website-targeting-motorists https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29944/ntsa-issues-scam-alert-over-fake-website-targeting-motorists The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a scam alert after fraudsters were identified using a fake website and phone numbers to target motorists and members of the public. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:20:47 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29935/govt-signs-deal-with-kcb-to-solarise-public-universities-details https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29935/govt-signs-deal-with-kcb-to-solarise-public-universities-details The Ministry of Education has signed an MOU with KCB Bank Kenya Limited to support the installation of solar energy systems and energy efficiency solutions in public universities. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:19:21 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29934/what-kenyas-women-entrepreneurs-need-to-build-sustainable-livelihoods https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29934/what-kenyas-women-entrepreneurs-need-to-build-sustainable-livelihoods Fanikisha has trained 2.5 million women and youth in financial literacy and disbursed over Kshs 565.6 billion to women-led enterprises. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:47:37 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29930/kenyan-businesses-remain-optimistic-about-growth-despite-global-risks-cbk https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29930/kenyan-businesses-remain-optimistic-about-growth-despite-global-risks-cbk Kenyan businesses remain optimistic about their growth prospects over the next 12 months despite heightened global risks, geopolitical tensions and continued pressure from high operating costs. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:28:49 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29921/ruto-announces-deal-to-lower-consolidated-cargo-costs https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29921/ruto-announces-deal-to-lower-consolidated-cargo-costs President William Ruto has held talks with representatives of traders and stakeholders in the consolidated cargo sector following concerns over taxation, clearance and handling of consolidated imports. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:34:20 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29925/uber-shuts-down-operations-in-nigeria-and-uganda https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29925/uber-shuts-down-operations-in-nigeria-and-uganda Uber has announced the shutdown of its operations in Nigeria and Uganda, ending its services in the two African markets effective September 2, 2026. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:30:51 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29913/sending-money-to-a-wrong-till-and-paybill-just-got-harder-heres-why https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29913/sending-money-to-a-wrong-till-and-paybill-just-got-harder-heres-why Equity and M-Pesa have fixed the gap through Hakikisha: a name confirmation service that lets a customer verify who they are actually paying, whether that is a recipient, a merchant, or a business. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:43:49 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29901/govt-disburses-ksh850-million-to-425348-vulnerable-households https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29901/govt-disburses-ksh850-million-to-425348-vulnerable-households The government has disbursed Ksh850.696 million to 425,348 vulnerable households under the Cash Transfer for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (CT-OVC) Programme. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:33:14 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29896/kenya-airways-appoints-habil-waswani-as-acting-group-ceo https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29896/kenya-airways-appoints-habil-waswani-as-acting-group-ceo Kenya Airways has announced the appointment of Habil Waswani as Acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 15. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:19:30 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29895/kenya-dairy-board-explains-milk-stock-outs-as-supply-drops https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29895/kenya-dairy-board-explains-milk-stock-outs-as-supply-drops The Kenya Dairy Board has moved to reassure consumers that milk remains available in the market despite temporary supply constraints reported in some parts of the country. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:16:06 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29871/kenya-aviation-workers-union-calls-off-strike https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29871/kenya-aviation-workers-union-calls-off-strike The Kenya Aviation Workers' Union (KAWU) has called off its strike after reaching an agreement with the government. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:47:53 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29870/kenya-pfizer-sign-deal-to-cut-cancer-drug-costs-details https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29870/kenya-pfizer-sign-deal-to-cut-cancer-drug-costs-details President William Ruto has announced the signing of an agreement between Kenya and Pfizer aimed at reducing the cost of medicines used to treat several types of cancer. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:20:55 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29869/affordable-housing-programme-completes-10107-units-creates-over-640000-jobs https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29869/affordable-housing-programme-completes-10107-units-creates-over-640000-jobs The Affordable Housing Programme (AHP) has completed 10,107 housing units since September 2022, with a further 196,846 units currently under construction. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:20:18 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29860/safaricom-addresses-server-exception-error-on-myoneapp https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29860/safaricom-addresses-server-exception-error-on-myoneapp Safaricom has addressed concerns from customers experiencing a server exception error while attempting to access M-PESA services on its MyOneApp. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:20:12 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29856/kra-explains-31percent-limit-for-tax-free-gratuity-for-employees https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29856/kra-explains-31percent-limit-for-tax-free-gratuity-for-employees The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has explained how employees can qualify for a tax exemption on gratuity payments under the Finance Act 2026. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:05:31 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29848/helb-breaks-down-how-students-can-track-loan-applications https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29848/helb-breaks-down-how-students-can-track-loan-applications HELB has reminded students that they can track the status of their loan applications through several digital platforms. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:39:42 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29825/nation-media-group-announces-leadership-changes https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29825/nation-media-group-announces-leadership-changes The changes took effect on August 28, 2026, following the conclusion of a recent transaction. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:25:11 +0300