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Is investor appetite for AI finally running out? Why Ranmore is looking to Asia

By Sean Peche, Founder and Portfolio Manager at Ranmore Fund Management   Heightened levels of corporate listings and takeovers have

East Africa

· Nov 11, 2026
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
From Local Talent To Livelihoods: Creating Economic Opportunities Through Entertainment

Picture a Saturday night in Kahawa Sukari. On stage, Willy Paul has the crowd singing every word. What you don’t

Lifestyle

· Nov 11, 2026
Stanbic Bank Kenya Supports Kenyan Businesses To Access Opportunities In China Through Strategic Trade Partnerships

Kenyan businesses are among 20 African enterprises being supported by Standard Bank Group to engage buyers, investors and strategic partners

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
Safaricom Leads NSE Trading as Equity Turnover Surges 169% to USD 11.1 Million

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) recorded a sharp increase in trading activity, with equity turnover rising 169.4% to USD 11.1

Headlines

· Nov 10, 2026
Kenya Plans Single Investment Facilitation Agency to Cut Business Red Tape

Kenya is planning to establish a central investment facilitation institution to streamline government services, reduce bureaucratic delays and improve the

Investment

· 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