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Government Shelves Sh468 Billion Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway, Plans A8 Highway Upgrade

Kenya has cancelled a Sh468 billion Nairobi–Mombasa expressway proposal, opting instead to expand and dual the existing A8 highway after an evaluation found the expressway would not provide sufficient value

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Aug 12, 2025

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Creditor Files Insolvency Petition Seeking Nairobi Hospital Liquidation

A creditor has petitioned the High Court to liquidate the Kenya Hospital Association, which runs Nairobi Hospital, citing unpaid debts and suspended insurance services; the hospital faces a hearing on August 13 and could be placed under a liquidator’s control if the petition succeeds.

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Aug 11, 2025

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Kenya Launches $2 Billion JKIA Expansion to Transform East African Aviation Hub

Kenya announced a US$2 billion plan to expand Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with a second runway and new terminal, seeking funding from international development banks and aiming to make Nairobi East Africa’s leading aviation hub.

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Aug 13, 2025

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Central Bank Slashes Lending Rate to 9.50%, Easing Credit and Supporting Growth

Kenya’s central bank cut its policy rate to 9.50 percent, citing inflation within the 2.5–7.5 percent target and the need to stimulate lending and support economic growth.

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Aug 12, 2025

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Kenyan Highways Authority Rejects US Firm’s Nairobi–Mombasa Expressway Plan, Calls for Revised Proposal

KeNHA rejected US firm Everstrong Capital’s proposal for a 440-km Nairobi–Mombasa toll expressway, saying it failed to meet PPP Act criteria and directing the company to submit a revised plan focused on expanding the existing highway.

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Aug 12, 2025

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Auctioneers List Vehicles, Motorcycles and Household Items for Sale Across Kenya

Eight auctioneering companies announced plans to sell unclaimed vehicles, motorcycles and televisions in Nairobi, Migori and coastal counties over the next 30 days, with brands ranging from Toyota and Nissan cars to TVS and Bajaj motorbikes.

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Aug 11, 2025

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Nairobi Stock Exchange’s Single-Share Rule Opens Market to Retail Investors and Lifts Ten Stocks to 52-Week Highs

The Nairobi Securities Exchange has scrapped its 100-share minimum lot, enabling single-share trades and sparking a rally that sent ten counters to 52-week highs, a move intended to broaden retail participation and boost market liquidity.

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Aug 11, 2025

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CBK Drafts Tiered Oversight to Rein in Digital Lenders and Protect Consumers

The Central Bank of Kenya has proposed tiered regulation for non-deposit-taking digital lenders, with smaller firms operating under registration and larger players requiring full licences, as part of measures to curb fraud and ensure consumer protection.

SOStreamline Official

Aug 11, 2025

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High Court Upholds CMA’s Authority to Investigate Real People Kenya Executives Over Bond Misuse

Kenya’s High Court has allowed the Capital Markets Authority to continue investigating former Real People Kenya executives accused of misusing bond proceeds, ruling that the regulator’s powers to protect investors and uphold market integrity supersede the executives’ objections.

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Aug 11, 2025

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Ruto Sets October Date for Construction of 87km Kamandura–Mai Mahiu–Naivasha Road

President William Ruto announced that construction of the 87km Kamandura–Mai Mahiu–Naivasha road will begin in October as part of a dual carriageway project to ease traffic and enhance trade between Nairobi, Naivasha and Nakuru.

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Aug 10, 2025

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Kenya pursues diplomatic solution to Tanzania’s restrictive trade barriers

Kenya’s foreign minister Musalia Mudavadi told lawmakers that Nairobi will resolve Tanzania’s new trade barriers through diplomacy and not xenophobia, warning that the restrictions could cost Kenyan traders millions and urging adherence to East African integration obligations.

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Aug 8, 2025

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Kenya Real Estate Secrets Agents Won't Tell You

Thinking of buying property in Kenya while abroad? Discover what agents don’t tell you—and how Janix Consult protects your investment from miles away.

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