https://nairobileo.co.ke/feed/business Welcome to https://nairobileo.co.ke feed url page Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:11:39 +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/29102/kra-announces-service-disruption-affecting-etims https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29102/kra-announces-service-disruption-affecting-etims The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a temporary service disruption affecting access to the eTIMS Online Portal. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:32:46 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29074/why-jambojet-aborted-its-nairobi-kisumu-flight https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29074/why-jambojet-aborted-its-nairobi-kisumu-flight Jambojet was on Sunday, July 26, forced to abort the takeoff of flight JM8650 from Nairobi to Kisumu. Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:14:03 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29075/safaricom-explains-frequent-logouts-on-myoneapp https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29075/safaricom-explains-frequent-logouts-on-myoneapp Safaricom has explained why some users of its MyOneApp have been repeatedly logged out of the application. Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:12:45 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29060/global-sporting-events-and-digital-experiences-2026 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29060/global-sporting-events-and-digital-experiences-2026 How global sporting events are creating new digital experiences: second-screen apps, fan communities and sports technology reshaping engagement in 2026. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:55:46 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29042/kenya-records-surge-in-tourist-arrivals-ahead-of-peak-season https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29042/kenya-records-surge-in-tourist-arrivals-ahead-of-peak-season Kenya has recorded an increase in tourist arrivals ahead of the peak travel season. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:06:43 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29004/kra-announces-20-hour-etims-tims-system-maintenance https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/29004/kra-announces-20-hour-etims-tims-system-maintenance KRA has announced a scheduled 20-hour maintenance of its electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) and Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS). Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:21:10 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28999/sakaja-cabinet-approves-underground-rail-in-nairobi-mass-transit-plan https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28999/sakaja-cabinet-approves-underground-rail-in-nairobi-mass-transit-plan The Nairobi County Government has approved the implementation framework for the first phase of the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMRTS). Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:59:14 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28991/kindiki-issues-90-day-ultimatum-to-contractors-over-kithimani-market-project https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28991/kindiki-issues-90-day-ultimatum-to-contractors-over-kithimani-market-project Kindiki said the market is currently 70% complete following an inspection of the project. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:21 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28965/govt-rolls-out-new-licensing-requirement-for-ict-equipment-distributors https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28965/govt-rolls-out-new-licensing-requirement-for-ict-equipment-distributors The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced new regulatory requirements governing the importation and wholesale distribution of communications equipment in the country. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:06:30 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28957/sifuna-no-investor-will-put-money-in-a-country-without-rule-of-law https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28957/sifuna-no-investor-will-put-money-in-a-country-without-rule-of-law The rule of law is what will make it possible for foreign organizations and investors to come and do business in Kenya - Sifuna. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:41:17 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28932/omoka-na-world-cup-lucky-odibets-punters-walk-away-with-smartphones-and-tvs https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28932/omoka-na-world-cup-lucky-odibets-punters-walk-away-with-smartphones-and-tvs In Machakos Junction, boda boda rider Antony Mutua Kiio was all smiles after receiving his Hisense 55-inch Smart TV. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:27:28 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28913/facebook-hit-by-global-outage-affecting-millions-worldwide https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28913/facebook-hit-by-global-outage-affecting-millions-worldwide Users were met with an error message stating their accounts were temporarily unavailable. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:52:50 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28849/kenya-signs-deal-with-engineering-firm-to-oversee-jkia-modernization https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28849/kenya-signs-deal-with-engineering-firm-to-oversee-jkia-modernization Kenya has signed a consultancy contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants to oversee the modernization of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:53:30 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28821/kra-notice-to-importers-exporters-ahead-of-new-cargo-declaration-platform-rollout https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28821/kra-notice-to-importers-exporters-ahead-of-new-cargo-declaration-platform-rollout KRA has announced the rollout of a new Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) platform that will be used for all containerised cargo destined for Kenyan ports. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:29:13 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28809/govt-extends-8percent-vat-on-petroleum-products https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28809/govt-extends-8percent-vat-on-petroleum-products The government has extended the application of the reduced 8 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products for another three months. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:44:02 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28808/cbk-announces-licensing-of-25-new-digital-credit-providers https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28808/cbk-announces-licensing-of-25-new-digital-credit-providers The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the licensing of 25 additional Digital Credit Providers (DCPs). Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:03:57 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28796/govt-announces-recruitment-of-national-infrastructure-fund-ceo-%5Bdetails%5D https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28796/govt-announces-recruitment-of-national-infrastructure-fund-ceo-%5Bdetails%5D The government has announced the recruitment of the inaugural Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), inviting qualified candidates to apply for the position. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:07:54 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28766/why-some-nyota-beneficiaries-received-ksh19000-instead-of-ksh22000-ps-mangeni https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28766/why-some-nyota-beneficiaries-received-ksh19000-instead-of-ksh22000-ps-mangeni MSMEs Principal Secretary Susan Mang’eni has explained that the NYOTA Project beneficiaries who received reduced disbursements had withdrawn all their savings under the programme. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:26:04 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28744/more-youth-to-benefit-as-govt-officially-rolls-out-nyota-phase-two https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28744/more-youth-to-benefit-as-govt-officially-rolls-out-nyota-phase-two The government has officially launched the second phase of the NYOTA Programme, expanding support for young entrepreneurs across the country. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:10:12 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28742/ruto-orders-2-year-business-permit-waiver-for-nyota-beneficiaries https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28742/ruto-orders-2-year-business-permit-waiver-for-nyota-beneficiaries President William Ruto has ordered a two-year waiver of business permits for all National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Project beneficiaries. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:17:50 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28711/world-bank-cuts-kenyas-2026-economic-growth-forecast-to-43percent https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28711/world-bank-cuts-kenyas-2026-economic-growth-forecast-to-43percent The World Bank has lowered Kenya's economic growth projections for 2026 to 4.3%, citing the effects of the conflict in the Middle East. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:48:46 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28718/govt-rolls-out-10-year-plan-to-implement-eu-trade-deal-%5Bdetails%5D https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28718/govt-rolls-out-10-year-plan-to-implement-eu-trade-deal-%5Bdetails%5D The government has unveiled a 10-year implementation strategy for the Kenya-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), outlining how the country plans to maximise the benefits of the trade pact. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:36:22 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28709/cs-mbadi-appoints-6-members-to-national-infrastructure-fund-board https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28709/cs-mbadi-appoints-6-members-to-national-infrastructure-fund-board Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has appointed six members to the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) Board. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:28:29 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28706/kra-announces-new-prescribed-interest-rates-for-2026 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28706/kra-announces-new-prescribed-interest-rates-for-2026 The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the prescribed interest rates that will apply to various tax provisions during different periods in the second half of 2026. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28692/helb-opens-applications-for-undergraduate-subsequent-loans https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28692/helb-opens-applications-for-undergraduate-subsequent-loans The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has opened applications for Undergraduate Subsequent Loans for eligible continuing university and college students. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:26:08 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28689/president-ruto-assents-to-sovereign-wealth-fund-bill-2026 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28689/president-ruto-assents-to-sovereign-wealth-fund-bill-2026 President William Ruto has signed the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill 2026 into law. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:56:20 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28651/capital-markets-authority-licenses-3-new-fund-managers https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28651/capital-markets-authority-licenses-3-new-fund-managers The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has licensed three new Fund Managers as part of efforts to expand access to professional asset management services. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:16:51 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28650/treasury-sets-the-record-straight-about-government-borrowing-sacco-savings https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28650/treasury-sets-the-record-straight-about-government-borrowing-sacco-savings The National Treasury denied reports that the government planned to borrow SACCO savings. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:06:22 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28641/kra-announces-removal-of-excise-duty-on-bottled-water-%5Bdetails%5D https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28641/kra-announces-removal-of-excise-duty-on-bottled-water-%5Bdetails%5D The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the removal of excise duty on bottled water following changes introduced under the Finance Act, 2026. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:37:13 +0300 https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28638/president-ruto-assents-to-cbk-amendment-bill-2026-%5Bdetails%5D https://nairobileo.co.ke/business/article/28638/president-ruto-assents-to-cbk-amendment-bill-2026-%5Bdetails%5D President William Ruto on Monday, July 6, assented to two new laws at State House, Nairobi. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:27:52 +0300