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Policy shifts, rising demand drive Kenya’s growing mitumba market
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 30, 2025

Fresh data compiled by MIT reveals that Kenya imported mitumba worth $298 million (Sh38.5 billion) in 2023, surpassing Nigeria despite its much larger...

Kenya’s power imports double in 6 months on low wind, solar output
Alfred Onyango  |  Mar 27, 2025

The highest energy imports were recorded in November at 134.18 GWh, while the lowest occurred in July at 106.11 GWh.

Top global metal companies to use Dar es Salaam port as key African trade hub
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

As Dar es Salaam port strengthens its role as a hub for regional trade, it is expected to become increasingly important in Africa’s economic future.

Kenyan traders struggle as exports to key African markets decline first time in six years
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

Despite the challenges, Uganda remained Kenya’s largest export destination, buying goods worth Sh125.30 billion in 2024.

Kenya’s fish export earnings drop to Sh5.97bn in first decline in four years
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

This decline, amounting to Sh805.29 million, was the first significant drop since 2020 when earnings fell by Sh681.61 million.

Kenya’s tea exports reach Sh215 billion in 2024 with Pakistan topping market
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 13, 2025

According to CS Kagwe, Sh181 billion came from exports, Sh18 billion from local sales and Sh15 billion from committed stocks.

Talanta Hela Stadium to be Kenya's largest sports arena upon completion
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 11, 2025

The construction of this stadium marks a new history as it has been 45 years since Kenya built a stadium of such magnitude.

Smuggled sugar from Somalia poses threat to Kenya's small-scale farmers
Issa Hussein  |  Mar 11, 2025

Security officers from borderline sub-counties in Garissa identified Amuma, Wellmarer, Hamey, Liboi, Sariraha, and Sinai among others as notorious cut...

Ruto unveils Desert Complex Turf, pledges support to build stadiums
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 10, 2025

During the launch, Ruto emphasised that sports is an essential sector that should receive the necessary attention.

KDF, KCB, Kenya Pipeline shine in Kenya Volleyball Federation women’s league fourth leg
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 09, 2025

With nine wins and 25 points, Pipeline remains unbeaten at the top of the standings.

How pay-to-play pitches are turning football in Nairobi to a sport for the wealthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 04, 2025

Despite its barren surface, which earned it the nickname "Desert", Desa Grounds has long been a nurturing ground for football talent in Nairobi.

Government imports surge to Sh111 billion in 2024
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 04, 2025

The increase has been attributed to a weakened shilling in the first quarter of the year and continued demand for foreign goods.

Farmers to deliver wheat to NCPB from March 4 after state intervention
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 04, 2025

The directive comes in response to concerns raised by farmers who have been stuck with 321,000 bags of wheat after last season's harvest.

Kenya Lionesses set for HSBC World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series opener in Cape Town
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 01, 2025

Their journey begins today (Saturday) with two crucial matches — Samoa at 12:38 pm EAT, followed by a clash against Poland at 7:30 pm EAT.

Kenyans shun costly government services as fees for crucial documents rise
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

The National Treasury has defended the fee hikes, arguing that the increased revenue would reduce dependence on taxpayers to fund government operation...

Government extends ban on export of in-shell macadamia as harvesting season begins
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

New measures include mandatory inspections at customs points and strict enforcement against poor-quality nuts being reintroduced into the market.

Mitumba expansion risks Kenya’s textile sector leverage on AfCFTA - manufacturers
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 26, 2025

KAM warns that Kenya stands to lose a great deal on textile and apparel export trade if the policies promoting mitumba trade aren't re-looked and the...

MPs reject Sh150 million request for Bomas of Kenya staff relocation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 25, 2025

The PS further told the committee that the department had been allocated Sh3.54 billion for the Financial Year 2025-2026 against its requirement of Sh...

Gov't increases immigration department budget to Sh20.1bn amid rising passports demand
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 20, 2025

According to the Directorate of Immigration, an estimated 5,000 passport applications are processed daily, highlighting the growing demand for travel...

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