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Government floats Sh7 billion tender to rebuild notorious Nithi bridge and realign highway

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has officially invited bids for a Sh7 billion infrastructure overhaul aimed at replacing the notorious Nithi Bridge and realigning a treacherous section of the Nairobi–Meru Highway, long blamed for dozens of fatal accidents.

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Jul 29, 2025

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Fitch Affirms Kenya’s “B-” Rating but Flags Debt Pressure

Fitch maintains Kenya’s sovereign rating at B- (stable), citing high debt and big deficits even as reserves rise and growth is seen at 4.9 % in 2025.

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Jul 28, 2025

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Kenya Unveils 5-Year Plan to Digitize Logistics, Cut Costs

A new five-year strategy will digitize customs clearing, shrink paperwork, and promote green warehousing to slash Kenya’s freight costs and boost regional trade competitiveness.

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Jul 26, 2025

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Kenya Pipeline Company to Go Public by September in Major Privatization Push

President William Ruto revealed plans to sell a stake of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) on Nairobi’s stock exchange by September – marking Kenya’s first big privatization in a decade. The government will float at least 20% of KPC’s shares to raise expansion capital and improve efficiency.

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Jul 23, 2025

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Kenya’s Fuel Prices Soar to Highest in Region After Sharp EPRA Review Hike

Kenya’s energy regulator hiked fuel prices by around KSh 9 per litre in its July review – driving petrol to KSh 186.31 in Nairobi and marking Kenya’s highest pump prices in East Africa. The steep rise, blamed on costlier fuel imports, has squeezed households and sparked criticism that high taxes are worsening the pain for consumers.

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Jul 14, 2025

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Nairobi Tops List as Six Counties Claim Lion's Share of Devolution Funds

Five other populous counties (Kiambu, Turkana, Nakuru, Kakamega and Mombasa) have each received over KSh 120 billion, together accounting for more than a quarter of all county allocations.

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Jul 18, 2025

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Treasury CS Mbadi rejects claims of secret fuel levy amid record price surge

Treasury CS John Mbadi blamed global oil markets and regional conflicts for Kenya’s fuel price hike, rejecting claims of a hidden levy. He noted that petrol prices rose to KSh 186.31 per litre in Nairobi, attributing the increase to international factors beyond the government’s control.

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Jul 17, 2025

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Mediamax Network Announces Major Layoffs as Kenyan Media Industry Faces Unprecedented Pressures

In a sign of the growing pressures on the Kenyan media industry, Mediamax Network Limited has announced a major round of layoffs, issuing redundancy notices to dozens of its employees.

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Jul 16, 2025

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Diaspora Remittances Hit a New High, Reaching KSh 54.7 Billion in June

Diaspora remittances have once again hit a new monthly high, with Kenyans living abroad sending home a staggering KSh 54.68 billion in June 2025. The new data from the Central Bank of Kenya has highlighted the crucial role t

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Jul 13, 2025

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“From the Brink of Collapse”: President Ruto Touts Kenya’s Economic Recovery

President William Ruto has declared that his administration has successfully rescued the Kenyan economy from "the brink" of collapse, citing higher revenue collection, lower inflation, and a stronger shilling as evidence of a major turnaround.

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Jul 12, 2025

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Best Areas for Commercial Real Estate Investment in Nairobi

As of mid-2025, Nairobi's commercial real estate market offers lucrative opportunities in key districts. Westlands leads with average rental yields of 8.5%, making it a top performer for modern office space.

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Jul 10, 2025

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Government Orders Three-Month Shutdown of Sugar Mills in Western Kenya, Sparking Economic Fears

Officials say the suspension is necessary to allow for a comprehensive audit of the sector, but farmers have warned that it could have a devastating impact on their livelihoods.

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Jul 10, 2025

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