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What Safaricom’s IPO Can Teach Every KPC IPO Investor

In March 2008, Kenyans borrowed against their homes, and Chamas pooled their savings to buy Safaricom shares. As a result,

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Eveready: Why This Small NSE Stock Is Getting Investor Attention Again

Eveready East Africa PLC embodies both rich heritage and compelling future potential as a listed stock on the Eveready East

Steve Biko Wafula · Feb 26, 2026
New Pension Rules in Kenya: How Workers Can Access Their Money Before Retirement

By Deborah Sivyatsomana Kavira Kenya is preparing important changes that could allow workers to access part of their pension savings

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Small Deposits, Big Momentum: What Rally Racing Teaches Us About Consistent Saving

When it comes to the Safari Rally, every rally enthusiast knows that it is not just about speed. It is

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Kenya TEF Alumni Hub Champions Financial Inclusion

The Kenya TEF Alumni Hub recently hosted an inclusive TEF 2026 Information Session in partnership with the Kenya Society for

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
Investment

Investment

Risper Ohaga to Succeed Ashok Shah as APA Apollo Group CEO in Planned Leadership Transition

APA Apollo Group has announced a planned leadership transition at Apollo Investments Limited (AIL), marking the end of an era

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026

Investment

Del Monte Kenya Officially Commissions Frozen Facility and Solar Plant

Del Monte Kenya Limited has commissioned two landmark facilities at its Thika farm – a state-of-the-art pineapple frozen processing line

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Investment Small Investors Shut Out As Property Funds Shift Focus To Big Players

Robai Ludenyi Individual investors in Kenya’s real estate market are increasingly being left on the sidelines as property funds and

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Investment Stanbic Delivers Enhanced Solutions For The Emerging Affluent

Stanbic Bank Kenya has today unveiled enhancements to its Executive Banking proposition, a specialised service tailored for Kenya’s emerging affluent

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Investment Liberty Life Kenya and Heritage Insurance Kenya Attained AA+ Credit Ratings from Global Credit Rating, Affirming Strong Financial Stability

Liberty Life Kenya and Heritage Insurance Kenya, both subsidiaries of Liberty Kenya Holdings, have attained an AA+(KE) financial strength rating

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Investment UBA Kenya Eyes Mining and Blue Economy Sectors

UBA Kenya has signaled a bold push into Kenya’s natural resource economy following a high-level strategic engagement with Ali Hassan

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
Investment CBK Survey Shows Economy Is Improving

Kenya’s private sector is showing renewed confidence in the economy, according to the latest survey released by the Central Bank

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
Investment Government Launches New Airport Taxi App to Challenge Uber and Bolt

By Robai Ludenyi The government has officially stepped into the ride-hailing business at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), launching its

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
Government & Policy
Counties Under Pressure As MPs Demand Sh130 Billion for Roads, Water and Farming

By Robai Ludenyi County governments are facing mounting pressure after lawmakers called for Sh130 billion to be set aside specifically

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Shame As List Of Ministries and State Agencies Exposed Over Billions Owed to Suppliers

By Robai Ludenyi A fresh report has laid bare the extent of delayed payments by several government ministries and state

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
KMTC Announces Scholarships For The Following Courses With Stipends, How to Apply

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has unveiled an expansive scholarship programme under the East Africa Centre of Excellence in

Getrude Mathayo · Feb 26, 2026
Treasury Moves To Shield Kenyans From Predatory Digital Loans

By Alain Mugisho Nabalinda In a decisive move aimed at protecting consumers, the National Treasury has unveiled new measures to

Soko Directory Team · Feb 26, 2026
Doctors’ Union Demands KMPDC Board Dissolution Over Bribery Claims

By Robai Ludenyi Tension is rising in the health sector after the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU)

Soko Directory Team · Feb 25, 2026
Opinion
Kenya’s Coffee Growth Must Be Built On Quality And Consistency

Kenya’s coffee industry is at a decisive inflection point. Domestic consumption is rapidly increasing, with the Agriculture and Food Authority

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
The Evolution Of Insurance Through Big Data

The insurance industry is increasingly being shaped by data-driven innovation. As digital platforms become central to service delivery, insurers are

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
As Schools Go digital, Kenya Must Not Forget The Power Of The Pen

Kenya’s learners returned to school in an education system that continues to evolve at a pace. Digital tools, online content

Soko Directory Team · Feb 24, 2026
A Look At The Fiscal Strategy for Kenya’s Arid Lands

This year has kicked off with predominantly sunny and dry weeks across Kenya, and the economic headlines have returned to

Soko Directory Team · Feb 17, 2026
Why the Tobacco Bill Risks Harming Retailers And Consumers

Kenya has witnessed an unprecedented surge in laws and regulations over the past year. While many are well-intentioned, the cumulative

Soko Directory Team · Feb 14, 2026
Stable Prices, Tough Loans, What Inflation and Credit Really Mean for Kenyan Businesses

By Robai Ludenyi Kenya’s business scene is slowly finding its balance as inflation remains steady and attention shifts to one

Soko Directory Team · Feb 11, 2026
Things You Should Know About Private Security in 2026

When Kenyans think of private security, many still picture a guard at the gate of a premise or a home.

Soko Directory Team · Feb 11, 2026
Latest News

Market News

KNBS Report Shows Rise in Food And Service Costs Despite Easing Inflation

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has published its latest Kenya Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, offering fresh insight

Getrude Mathayo · Feb 27, 2026

Headlines

Heavy Rains, Thunderstorms To Hit The Following Regions As Kenya Met Department Issues Nationwide Alert

The Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has issued a comprehensive weather advisory warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to

Getrude Mathayo · Feb 27, 2026
Lifestyle LIXIL’s SATO Reaches 103 Million People, Accelerates Sanitation Revolution in Kenya and Beyond

LIXIL Corporation, maker of pioneering water and housing products, today announced that it has achieved its ambitious goal of improving

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Technology Britam Leverages AI to Settle Motor Claims in Two Hours

Britam General Insurance has unveiled the Britam AI Motor Assessment Service, a drive-through claims settlement facility powered by Artificial Intelligence

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Entrepreneur's Corner What Safaricom’s IPO Can Teach Every KPC IPO Investor

In March 2008, Kenyans borrowed against their homes, and Chamas pooled their savings to buy Safaricom shares. As a result,

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Government and Policy Counties Under Pressure As MPs Demand Sh130 Billion for Roads, Water and Farming

By Robai Ludenyi County governments are facing mounting pressure after lawmakers called for Sh130 billion to be set aside specifically

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Government and Policy Shame As List Of Ministries and State Agencies Exposed Over Billions Owed to Suppliers

By Robai Ludenyi A fresh report has laid bare the extent of delayed payments by several government ministries and state

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
Lifestyle Why Africa is Leading in Suicidal Case Among The Youth

By Robai Ludenyi Across Africa, a silent and growing crisis is unfolding as young people are increasingly at risk of

Soko Directory Team · Feb 27, 2026
East Africa
Africa Finance Corporation Raises Record US$524m in Dual-Currency Samurai Loan Facility

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has closed a landmark US$524 million equivalent dual-currency Samurai term

Soko Directory Team · Dec 4, 2025
African Development Bank Group Loans $500 Million To Support Economic Governance

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org), meeting in Abidjan, approved a $500 million loan to

Soko Directory Team · Nov 27, 2025
Dr. George Elombi Takes Over As Afreximbank’s Fourth President

African Export-Import Bank on Saturday in Cairo, Egypt, swore in Dr. George Elombi as the Bank’s fourth President and Chairman

Soko Directory Team · Oct 28, 2025
Africa Finance Corporation Secures USD 100 Million Facility from FinDev Canada

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the leading infrastructure solutions provider in Africa, has secured a USD 100 million, 10-year term loan

Soko Directory Team · Oct 23, 2025
CRDB Bank Signs Three Landmark Partnerships to Advance Inclusive Finance and Sustainable Development across Africa

CRDB Bank has entered three landmark partnerships with leading development finance institutions, FinDev Canada, DEG (KfW Group, Germany), and Shelter

Soko Directory Team · Oct 23, 2025
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