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Crypto in Betting In the US: A Clear Guide to How It Works

Poker and other online betting systems are increasingly using cryptocurrency. Gambling is immersive. In the U.S., where regulation varies by

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How NCBA Bank Is Betting On SMEs as the True Engine of Kenya’s Economy

While many banks have chosen the well-trodden path of lending to the government, chasing risk-free returns in Treasury bills and

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Safaricom Business Powers Kenya’s Digital Transformation With Full-Stack Enterprise Solutions

Safaricom Business, the enterprise arm of Safaricom PLC, is steadily cementing its position as a key driver of Kenya’s digital

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KCB Group Powers Through 2025: Bold Moves, Green Finance, And Global Recognition

KCB Group kicked off 2025 with a string of transformative milestones that underscore its strength as a pan-African financial giant,

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NCBA Elevates Affluent Banking With Exclusive “Meet, Mingle & Money Talks” Series

NCBA hosted its Gold Banking Customers in Nairobi, following the successful launch of the “Meet, Mingle & Money Talks” series

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Investment

Headlines

La Riba Timiza: Why Absa Kenya’s New Offering Is A Game-Changer In Ethical Finance

Innovation in the Kenyan banking sector is not just about the apps. Former Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor, Dr.

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Investment

How To Replace Burnt Or Mutilated Kenyan Currency

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is constitutionally and legally mandated to issue and manage the country’s currency, as outlined

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Investment Ajua acquires Rate My Service, Solidifying Leadership In African Customer Experience Market

Ajua, Africa’s leading Customer Experience (CX) platform, today announced the strategic acquisition of Rate My Service (RMS), a pioneering Kenyan

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Investment KCB Group Plc To Pay Ksh 13B In Dividends As Net Profit Grows 8%

KCB Group PLC delivered strong financial results in the first half of 2025, driven by growth in earning assets, amid

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Investment Equity Group Sees 87% Of Transactions Go Digital As Customers Embrace App And USSD Services

Equity Group’s half-year results have revealed a striking transformation in customer behavior, with 87% of all transactions now taking place

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Investment Equity Group Posts 17% Growth In Profits After Tax To Ksh 34.6 Billion

Four years ago, Equity Group embarked on a journey of transformation. The journey was not one of incremental change or optimizing the

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Investment Safaricom’s M-PESA Foundation Invests KES 35 Million At Limbine Primary School

The M-Pesa Foundation is set to construct learning facilities worth KES 35 million at Limbine Primary School in Meru County.

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Investment Absa Bank Kenya Maintains Strong Capital And Liquidity Buffers, Poised For Growth

Absa Bank Kenya has reinforced its position as one of the most financially resilient institutions in the country, posting capital

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Government & Policy
President Ruto Promises Austin Odhiambo to Buy Back the Contested Babadogo Grounds for Footballers

The bromance between President William Ruto and Harambee Stars seems to be growing stronger, giving CHAN tournament top scorer, Austin

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Teachers Issue New Demands Ahead Of School Reopening

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has intensified calls for the government to urgently release the capitation funds for

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HELB Has Introduced New Loans For Civil Servants, Requirements And How To Apply

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has issued a fresh call to civil servants across the country, urging them to

Getrude Mathayo
2027 Election Will Make Or Brake Kenya: Why Kenyan Voters Must Stop Electing Thieves, Witches, Crooks, Butchers Of Children, Rapists, Thugs & Murderers

The Kenyan voter is an interesting species. Every five years, they swear they are tired of corruption, tribalism, and bad

Steve Biko Wafula
Former Partner’s Dispute With Earthtree Shifts Beyond The Courtroom

What began as a legal disagreement between former collaborators has now extended far beyond the courtroom. Festus Kiplagat, once a

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Opinion
Arcon’s Quality Construction And How To Own Part Of Qwetu With Ksh 5,000

Construction is a messy affair. First, it is common for construction sites to be plagued by shoddy workmanship, which has

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Reasons Why Kenya Must Wake Up To The Esports Boom

For three days last May, eSports enthusiasts gathered at the Sarit Centre in Nairobi to test their mettle in the LG

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How Kenya Fumbled The Switch: Lessons From Africa’s 100% Club

In Africa, electricity is not just a commodity; it is the artery through which modern life flows. Yet, in 2023,

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Is There Another Way To See KRA Beyond The Numbers?

Each year, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is assessed against a singular yardstick: did it meet its collection target? This

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A Time To Rethink Customer Experience In Africa’s Digital Economy

Across Africa’s digital economy, we are witnessing a fundamental shift in how brands approach customer experience (CX). What was once

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How The Kenyan President Is Auctioning Kenya’s Future While His Children Buy The Country

William Ruto sold himself as the hustler-in-chief, the man who understood the struggles of the youth because he claimed to

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Here Is Why Cloud Adoption Is Key To Unlocking Kenya’s Enterprise Growth

Kenya’s economy is on the verge of a profound transformation, with cloud technology emerging as a primary engine of its

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Lifestyle

Greg Snow Clinches Victory At PGK Equator Tour – NCBA

Spectacular play and unforgettable moments illuminated Mt. Kipipiri Golf & Resort as the PGK Equator Tour drew to a thrilling

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Entrepreneur's Corner

Crypto in Betting In the US: A Clear Guide to How It Works

Poker and other online betting systems are increasingly using cryptocurrency. Gambling is immersive. In the U.S., where regulation varies by

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Government and Policy President Ruto Promises Austin Odhiambo to Buy Back the Contested Babadogo Grounds for Footballers

The bromance between President William Ruto and Harambee Stars seems to be growing stronger, giving CHAN tournament top scorer, Austin

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Technology Ransomware In The Crosshairs: Sophos And Halcyon Announce New Intelligence-Sharing and Mutual Anti-Tamper Protection Initiative

Sophos has announced a strategic threat intelligence sharing partnership with Halcyon, the leading anti-ransomware solution provider. This collaboration brings together two of

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Lifestyle Aga Khan University Hospital Joins Other City Hospitals For An Emergency Drill

Aga Khan University Hospital joined M.P. Shah Hospital, Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, and Avenue Hospital in conducting a joint mass casualty

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Lifestyle Creative Community Get Free Health Check From 3Verse

Creative agency 3Verse hosted its free annual health check for members of the Village Creative community in Nairobi, extending the

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Technology Schneider Electric Foundation Moves To Power Green TVETs In Kenya

As the world commemorates International World Youth Day globally,  Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, has

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Government and Policy Teachers Issue New Demands Ahead Of School Reopening

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has intensified calls for the government to urgently release the capitation funds for

Getrude Mathayo
East Africa
The Treaty on Plastics is a Direct Attack On African Development – African Nations Must Oppose It

The second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on the Treaty on Plastics is currently being

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North American And Middle Eastern Investors Drive New Wave Of African Capital Flows

Notwithstanding recent market volatility, institutional investors have been positive on Africa. Speaking at The Network Forum’s (TNF) Africa Meeting, Hari Chaitanya,

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Africa’s Youth Agrifood Entrepreneurs Invited To Apply for The GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize To Drive Food Systems Transformation

GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize launches its seventh annual competition in search of Africa’s most promising young co-founders and founders across Africa

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Phoenix Beverages Ltd Acquires 54.4% Stake In Seychelles Breweries Ltd From Diageo

Phoenix Beverages Ltd (PBL), subsidiary of IBL Ltd, is a leading beverage manufacturer in Mauritius and Reunion Island, signed an

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Ghana Drives Small-Scale Gold Mining Growth

Ghana is strengthening its collaboration with international partners to enhance its small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector and the broader gold

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