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PayPal Freezes Kenyan Accounts in Money Laundering Crackdown

Discover how PayPal's recent crackdown on Kenyan accounts due to anti-money laundering measures is affecting freelancers and small businesses, and learn about |

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Court Deals NSSF Setback Over Controversial Pension Ruling

Court of Appeal upholds refusal to suspend a Labour Court ruling against NSSF, leaving pension reforms dispute active pending appeal.

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Kenyan Government to Disburse NYOTA Youth Business Grants by June 30, 2026

Kenya's government, in collaboration with the World Bank, will disburse the second tranche of NYOTA youth business grants by June 30, 2026, to support …

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Government Reassures Youth Entrepreneurs Ahead of Second NYOTA Fund Disbursement on June 30

Govt. assures youth entrepreneurs of NYOTA fund disbursement on June 30 to support young businesses and economic growth.

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Ruto Pledges Ksh.123 Billion to Uplift Northern Kenya’s Economy

President William Ruto pledges Ksh.123 billion to boost development in Northern Kenya, focusing on infrastructure, services, and regional integration.

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Victor Maina: From Hawker To Billionaire

Discover Victor Maina's remarkable rise from hawker to billionaire, building a business empire across retail, real estate, and more In Kenya.

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Importers, Exporters Oppose Proposed VAT on Aircraft Spare Parts in Finance Bill 2026

Concerns rise over proposed 16% VAT on aircraft spare parts in Kenya, impacting aviation costs and competitiveness, as stakeholders oppose the Finance Bill 2026

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Majority of Kenya Pipeline's Top Shareholders Remain Anonymous Behind Nominee Accounts

Majority of Kenya Pipeline's top shareholders are anonymous behind nominee accounts, shielding their identities from public view.

Business

The Billionaire Who Transformed Nairobi's Hospitality Scene

Discover how Kahama revolutionized Nairobi's hospitality Industry with his hotels and nightlife ventures, shaping the city's entertainment scene.

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Finance Bill 2026: Five smartphone taxes removed, one 25% tax introduced — is it a smart move?

An analysis of the Finance Bill 2026's mobile phone tax changes, including the replacement of multiple taxes with a 25% excise duty upon activation, …