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Articles By: Steve Biko

Why Many Startups In Kenya — And Across Africa — Ultimately Fail

The narrative surrounding African startups, particularly those headquartered in Kenya — often dubbed the “Silicon Savannah” — has in recent

Entrepreneur's Corner

The Currency of Trust: Equity Bank’s Audit Of Its Soul In A Complex Market And Time

In a country where “system ya majambazi” has become a default setting and the only consistent audit is of how

Entrepreneur's Corner

Why Mansa X Is Quietly Becoming Africa’s Smartest Investment

In a financial world where most traditional investment options are predictable but uninspiring, Mansa X by Standard Investment Bank has

Entrepreneur's Corner

SPECIAL REPORT: Kenya’s War Against Its Most Vulnerable – The Children We Choose Not to See

There is no kinder way to say this: Kenya is actively failing its children with disabilities. Not by accident. Not

Headlines

NCBA Bank Has Proved That They Are The Undisputed Financial Engine for Kenya’s Entrepreneurs and Self-Starters

Few banks have demonstrated the agility, vision, and practical commitment to supporting entrepreneurs like NCBA Group. Beyond just offering banking

Entrepreneur's Corner

The Great Business Migration: Why Kenyan Entrepreneurs Are Fleeing to Tanzania

For decades, Kenya has prided itself as East Africa’s economic powerhouse, a land of opportunity, innovation, and investment. Nairobi’s skyline

Market News

Inflation Inches Up to 3.5% in February As Food and Utility Costs Rise Up Significantly

Kenya’s inflation rate rose to 3.5% in February 2025, up from 3.3% in January, driven by rising food prices, higher

Market News

Kenyan Diplomatic Missions Abroad Lose Ksh 3.26 Billion

Kenya’s diplomatic missions abroad have been hit hard by the ongoing depreciation of the Kenyan shilling, losing KSh 3.26 billion

Government and Policy

Kenya Keeps Fumbling Her Foreign Policy As Its Determined By the Greedy Desires Of a Single Man Who Has Put Their Greed First, Not The Country’s

Kenya’s foreign policy once stood tall with a sense of purpose, a dash of East African solidarity, and the occasional

Government and Policy

A New Era Of Land Justice: Kenya Land Alliance’s Strategic Vision (2024-2028)

The Kenya Land Alliance’s (KLA) new Strategic Plan is a bold and ambitious framework, setting the stage for the next

Government and Policy

The Costly Mistake You’re Making With Money Market Funds – And Why Jubilee Should Be Your Top Pick

When choosing a Money Market Fund (MMF), many investors are lured in by high advertised returns, disregarding other key aspects

Entrepreneur's Corner

Jitters And Fear In The Insurance Sector As M-PESA Gets License To Offer Insurance Services

M-Pesa has recently obtained an insurance license, a development set to transform Kenya’s insurance landscape in unprecedented ways. This digital

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