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Cassava Technologies to resell Claude AI models in Africa
Cassava Technologies has become an authorised reseller of Anthropic’s Claude artificial intelligence models through Amazon Bedrock, adding another route for African organisations to access the technology. The agreement will allow Cassava to offer businesses access to Claude’s capabilities, including advanced reasoning, image analysis, code generation and multilingual processing. The announcement does not specify which African…
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EPRA Issues Tough LPG Safety Rules for Traders in Kenya
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has issued new safety requirements for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinder wholesalers and retailers across Kenya, warning that non-compliance will attract immediate enforcement action. In a public notice, the Authority directed all LPG traders to strictly adhere to the Petroleum Act and the Petroleum (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) Regulations,…
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Gulf Energy secures Sh1.9bn rig for Turkana oil
Local oil exploration and production firm Gulf Energy E&P BV has secured and contracted an onshore oil rig in the Middle East, reinforcing its commitment to deliver first oil from the South Lokichar Basin before the end of the year. In a strategic and capital-intensive move, the company confirmed it had secured the GW70 rig,…
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KEBS Appoints Firms for Pre-Export Inspection of General Goods.
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has appointed nine inspection companies to provide Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) services for general goods for a three year period beginning February 19, 2026. In a public notice, KEBS said the firms have been contracted under its three year inspection cycle to conduct quality checks on imports in…
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Gulf Energy Pledges Sh780bn for Turkana Oil Project
Kenyan oil exploration and production firm Gulf Energy E&P BV has reaffirmed its commitment to invest nearly Sh780 billion in the development of the Turkana oil project, as it targets first oil by December 1, 2026. Appearing before a Joint Parliamentary Committee on Energy, the company’s Chairman, Francis Njogu, described the venture as the most…
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Kenya Ramps Up Reforms to Exit FATF Grey List
Kenya has stepped up efforts to overhaul its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) regime in a bid to exit the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, Treasury Principal Secretary Dr Chris Kiptoo has announced. The accelerated reforms come amid intensifying domestic and international pressure over long-standing compliance gaps that have clouded investor confidence…
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Imfuyo Donates 35 Goat Feed Bags in Kirinyaga
The Imfuyo Foundation has donated 35 bags of dairy goat concentrate to members of the Muthegi Agricultural Development Forum in Kagio, Kirinyaga County, in a bid to strengthen dairy goat milk production as farmers transition from subsistence farming to commercial supply. The initiative, carried out on February 11, 2026, was informed by the need to…
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The Hub Karen Crowns Sh1M Winner in Festive ‘Shop & Win’ Finale
The Hub Karen has crowned the winners of its festive season “Shop & Win” campaign, awarding a grand prize of KSh1 million and premium travel experiences in a colourful finale held at the mall. The campaign, which ran through the December holiday season and closed on January 12, culminated in a draw supervised by the…
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MPesa Foundation Unveils Sh272.9 Million Education Project in Garissa
The MPesa Foundation has broken ground on a Sh272.9 million Tuition Complex at Garissa University in a move set to benefit more than 5,000 learners. The project, funded under the Citizens of the Future Programme, will see the construction and equipping of modern lecture halls, science and ICT laboratories, faculty offices, examination and conference facilities.…
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Agridex, Tradeflow Partner to Scale SME Funding in Africa
Agridex International the fintech innovator behind the Loam digital payments and treasury optimization platform has announced a strategic partnership with Tradeflow Capital Management to accelerate capital deployment in Kenya and across Africa. The collaboration is designed to expand access to structured trade finance and modern payment infrastructure for small and medium enterprises. By combining Tradeflow’s…
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KAM Welcomes 16-Month AGOA Extension, Calls for Kenya-US Trade Deal
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has welcomed a 16 month retrospective extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), saying the renewal will sustain Kenyan exports to the United States and support business continuity for both countries. In a statement issued Wednesday, KAM said the extension preserves preferential access for Kenyan goods to…
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Kakuzi Launches Loose-leaf Tea for Local Market in Diversification Push
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi Plc has introduced loose-leaf tea packs for the domestic market as part of its diversification strategy aimed at boosting earnings and reducing reliance on export markets. The company announced the launch of Kakuzi Pure Black Tea, now available in 250g and 500g consumer packs, marking the firm’s first quality tea brand…
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Can NYOTA Turn the Tide on Kenya’s Youth Unemployment?
Kenya’s youth unemployment challenge remains one of the country’s most pressing socio-economic concerns. While the national unemployment rate is estimated at about 5–6 per cent, unemployment among young people aged 15–24 stands at around 15 per cent, with millions more underemployed or discouraged from seeking work altogether. It is against this backdrop that the National…
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Inside NYS Project Reshaping Uasin Gishu Roads
The National Youth Service and the County Government of Uasin Gishu have launched one of the most expansive rural road infrastructure programmes in the county’s history, targeting improved connectivity and economic activity across all wards. Under the initiative, more than 700 kilometres of roads will be graded and gravelled across all 30 wards. The programme,…
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Rideence, AVA Begin Local EV Assembly in Kenya With Sh320m Deal
Rideence Africa Limited, has announced a Sh320 million partnership with Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) to begin local assembly of electric vehicles in Mombasa, positioning Kenya as an emerging electric mobility manufacturing hub in East Africa. Under the agreement, the initial assembly phase will see 152 electric vehicles assembled from Completely Knocked Down (CKD) kits by…
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CBK Warns Against Defacing Banknotes in Cash Gifts
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has warned Kenyans against the growing misuse of currency notes for decorative and celebratory purposes, saying the trend undermines the integrity of the Kenya Shilling and violates the law. In a public notice issued on February 2, 2026, the Bank said it noted a growing trend in the use…
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KRA to Transition to Multi-Vendor, User-Owned Electronic Cargo Seals
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced plans to transition to a multi-vendor, user-owned electronic cargo tracking seals model as part of efforts to enhance cargo monitoring, service delivery, and operational efficiency under the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS). In a public notice dated January 30, 2026, KRA said the move marks the latest…
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KOKO Networks Shutdown Leaves Workers Jobless, Millions Stranded
The sudden shutdown of KOKO Networks sent shockwaves across Kenya, catching employees and customers completely off guard. Hundreds of staff members were left reeling after the company abruptly halted operations, with many learning of the decision without warning. The move plunged livelihoods into uncertainty and brought to an abrupt end one of Kenya’s most ambitious…
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DTB to Apply Risk-Based Pricing on Existing Loans in 2026
Diamond Trust Bank Kenya Limited (DTB) has announced it will implement a revised Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM) on existing local-currency variable-rate loans beginning next year, in line with Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) guidelines. In a public notice, the lender said the revised model will apply to facilities issued on or before November 30,…
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How Vibo Eats Is Turning Food Aid Into Income for Nairobi’s Vulnerable Families
At least 200 vulnerable households in Nairobi’s Dagoretti South have benefited from Zero to One, a food distribution and livelihoods programme spearheaded by Vibo Eats. The initiative, which has been rolled out across several parts of Nairobi County, is designed to cushion low-income families against food insecurity while reducing food waste and creating income-earning opportunities.…
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How Tanolope Consultancy Is Transforming Dairy Farming Across Africa
Tanolope Consultancy Limited is a leading dairy consultancy working with farmers and dairy enterprises across Africa to improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability. The firm provides dairy farm audits, feeding solutions, training programs, and dairy business advisory services designed for both smallholder and commercial dairy operations. The consultancy was founded by Alex Gathii, a dairy consultant…
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