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Kampala tops list of most corrupt districts in Uganda – IGG report
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 28, 2025

According to Kamya, Kampala recorded the highest number of corruption cases, totalling 253, between July and December 2024, leading among the 134 dist...

Rising costs force many small businesses to cut corners, but customer loyalty key for survival
Alfred Onyango  |  May 22, 2025

A benchmark study reveals that three-quarters of consumers who tried a new mass market retailer for the first time in the past six months, and were im...

Eastleigh local traders raise alarm over influx of Chinese retailers
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 20, 2025

The traders argue that the methods employed by the Chinese to attract customers are unethical and illegal.

Business operators protest excessive permits and taxes, demand unified permit system
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

Some entrepreneurs are forced to obtain up to 20 different clearances, with costs running into hundreds of thousands of shillings before they can full...

Sh28 billion grant to boost over 100,000 small businesses across Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to empower Kenyans at the lower end of the economic...

Why innovation investment falters despite businesses’ thirst - study
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 29, 2025

Developing countries encourage far less innovation as firms and governments appear to be leaving billions of dollars on the table in forgone productiv...

Kenya's small-scale farmers to benefit from Sh10.9 billion funding boost
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 18, 2025

The funding initiative aims to enhance food security and sustainability for the country’s growing population amid increasing threats posed by climate...

Expert calls for skills training to help struggling grassroots businesses become profitable
Alfred Onyango  |  Mar 05, 2025

From her daily interactions with farmers and traders, Joyce says training and upskilling tops the list of the needs mostly required by grassroots busi...

Eastleigh traders brace for uncertainty, decry harsh economic times
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 28, 2025

A spot check across the business district revealed a contrasting perspective, with business owners sharing a different outlook than the reports sugges...

New law prohibits lenders from using threats on borowers during loan recovery
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 06, 2025

The new provisions aim to curb exploitative practices in the microfinance sector, offering enhanced safeguards for borrowers and guarantors.

Eastleigh's business sector sees remarkable growth in 2024 with multiple entrants
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 01, 2025

The regional business hub saw developments in banking, retail, hospitality, and real estate.

How Eastleigh businesses remained resilient in the face of Gen Z protests
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 31, 2024

In the subsequent demonstrations, Eastleigh’s business community continued to focus on recovery, hoping for stability in the months ahead.

Eastleigh Business Community members attend launch of Somalia’s $3.5 billion project
Hassan Mohamed  |  Dec 20, 2024

Eastleigh Business Community Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi Yare led the delegation of 27 Kenyan businesspeople to the launch.

Reformed warriors in Turkana receive Sh2.5 million to support business start-ups
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 16, 2024

The training aims to support their business ventures and promote peace at grassroots levels.

Businesses record decline in sales in Q2 - survey
Alfred Onyango  |  Jul 30, 2024

In terms of sectors, clothing/apparel stores, restaurant/bars & leisure outlets, and retail stores all saw improvements in the period under review.

How Covid-19 pandemic turned into a blessing in disguise for a graduate
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 26, 2024

A reduction in the number of customers saw Pauline spend most of her daytime idle, forcing her to find a hobby in cake baking to keep herself busy.

Tarmacking of Eastleigh's Eighth Street a welcome boost for businesses
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 22, 2024

The repairs have improved the face of the area, making it a magnet for both small and large business owners and leading to a noticeable increase in ec...

African firms trailing in use of digital tech for business growth - IFC study
Bashir Mohammed  |  May 19, 2024

Several ongoing challenges hinder the full adoption of digital technologies, among them the high cost of equipment in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Uganda in talks with China's Sinohydro over power line to South Sudan
Reuters  |  May 14, 2024

The project will involve the construction of a 138-km (85.75 miles) high-voltage transmission line to take power to South Sudan, the expansion of two...

Ugandan businesses reopen after four-day tax protest
AFP  |  Apr 20, 2024

Shops and other businesses are protesting against high interest rates, taxes, and a new levy on imported clothing.

Concerns mount in Eastleigh over 'disruptive police raids'
Yunis Dekow  |  Feb 13, 2024

Eastleigh Business District Association Secretary Omar Ahmed condemned the raid and called for government intervention.

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