The government has reiterated its commitment to tackling youth unemployment, with 70 youth from each of Kenya’s 1,450 wards receiving 50,000 shillings a startup capital through the Nyota Project. This will ensure that they set up their small businesses and empower themselves. According to the government, the program, backed by the World Bank, is a…

Entrepreneurship is often framed as an economic pursuit—measured in revenue charts, market share, or investment rounds. Yet, beneath the spreadsheets and pitches lies a deeper truth: it is a spiritual journey. It forces you to strip away illusions, to face doubts that fear once buried, and to wrestle with the rawest parts of yourself. I…

Landlords of the Qwetu and Qejani brands of hostels or purpose-built student accommodation (PBSAs) have more reason to smile after signing more partnerships that have stabilized rents. Latest regulatory filings show that Acorn, the developer and manager of the Qwetu and Qejani PBSAs, signed more partnerships in the first six months of 2025, which boosted…

In a quiet village on the outskirts of Karatina, Nyeri County, Ndima Kanini Academy is proving that education and sustainability can go hand in hand. Long celebrated for its strong academic record, the school is now drawing attention for its bold embrace of clean energy solutions through KCB Bank’s Clean Energy Schools Project. With over…

The past few decades have witnessed a rise of the middle class in Kenya, reshaping the country’s economic landscape. Over the years, their financial needs have evolved, and many have found that conventional banking no longer matches the complexities of their financial aspirations. And this is where the banking industry has been called to step…

The cost of a 90-kilogram bag of beans in Kenya continues to vary widely across different markets, with prices ranging anywhere between Ksh 6,000 and over Ksh 16,000 depending on the bean variety and prevailing supply and demand dynamics. This price fluctuation has become a key concern for traders, farmers, and consumers, particularly as beans…

In an increasingly interconnected world, our health needs are no longer confined to our home countries. Whether for business, education, leisure, or family reasons, mobility has become the norm. Yet, with greater mobility comes a greater need for medical security beyond national borders. This is where International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) steps in—not as a…

Founded in 1965, Del Monte Kenya has evolved into a cornerstone of Kenya’s agricultural and industrial economy, empowering millions of lives and communities for decades. As the company marks its 60th year, the story that unfolds down memory lane is one of shaping livelihoods, infrastructure, social services, and environmental practices across Murang’a, Kiambu, and beyond.…