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The Blockchain Transfer Is Cheap Until the Money Has to Become Rent

A supplier cannot usually pay wages with a transaction hash. For a small exporter, a cross-border payment succeeds when usable

Entrepreneur's Corner

· Nov 11, 2026
RETRAK Urges Multi-Agency Crackdown on Illicit Trade Networks

The Retail Trade Association of Kenya (RETRAK) is calling for decisive, coordinated action against illicit trade, urging enforcement agencies to

Government and Policy

· Nov 11, 2026
Nigeria targets increased government financing for NTDs elimination in 2027 budgets

Nigeria’s national and state governments aim to enhance budget allocations for tackling neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in their 2027 budget

East Africa

· Nov 11, 2026
PwC Africa reports 3.4% revenue growth to US$546 million as it scales AI deployment; announces leadership update

PwC Africa has reported revenue growth of 3.4% to US$546 million for the financial year ended 30 June 2026, delivered

Investment

· Nov 11, 2026
How Optiven consolidated its technology stack and reduced software costs by 40% with Zoho One

As businesses grow, so do their technology requirements. New departments can introduce new systems, while existing teams such as sales,

Investment

· Nov 11, 2026
KCB Reaffirms Commitment to Support Education Institutions in Kenya

KCB Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting education institutions across the country through tailored financial solutions aimed at strengthening

Investment

· Nov 11, 2026
Over 300 Thamuru Primary Learners to Benefit from Ecobank’s Digital Education Investment

More than 300 learners at Thamuru Primary School in Thika are set to benefit from a KES 1 million investment

Technology

· Nov 11, 2026
Aga Khan University Hosts Pan-African Neurosurgical Training to Strengthen Specialist Skills Across Africa

The Aga Khan University (AKU) hosted the Pan-African European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)-Supported Training Course, bringing together more than

Lifestyle

· Nov 11, 2026
Kenya Makes History as First Country Outside South Africa to Host African Investigative Journalism Conference

The Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communications (AKU-GSMC), in partnership with the Wits Centre for Journalism, opened

Government and Policy

· Nov 11, 2026
Kenya’s Milk Production Rises as Supermarket Shortages Raise Supply Concerns

Kenya’s milk production has continued to increase, but declining deliveries to processors and shortages on supermarket shelves are raising questions

Government and Policy

· Nov 10, 2026
World Bank Warns Governance Weaknesses Could Cost Kenya Millions of Jobs

Kenya could unlock significant economic growth, create up to 7.7 million additional job opportunities and reduce its public debt burden

Investment

· Nov 10, 2026
Inflation Nearing CBK Ceiling Will Push Investors To Demand Higher Yields, NCBA Says

Kenya’s rising inflation is cutting into returns on government paper, and investors will soon start demanding higher yields, according to

Market News

· Nov 10, 2026