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Esther Dianah

Co-op Bank backs young developers with Sh110m financing

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-01 10:01:08

The partnership entered a new phase with the groundbreaking of the Seven Oaks School, the educational anchor for the development, marking the start of Phase 4.

Kenya's tourism grows to 2.4m visitors, but lagging behind Africa's giants

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-03 07:00:00

Revenue from tourism increased by 20 per cent to Sh452 billion ($3.5 billion).

School owners in low-income areas upskilled for better management

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-05 08:49:31

The Premier Credit’s School Loans has enabled school owners to manage their finances more effectively, while meeting education standards in the country.

How Kenya Power lost Sh11.8 billion

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-08 10:12:00

The government’s subsidy aimed at reducing electricity prices and stabilising the shilling has cost Kenya Power Sh11.84 billion in revenue.

General insurance claims ease as sector shows signs of recovery

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-10 18:40:50

The Insurance sector in Kenya has recorded strong growth and stable business in all its segments in the second quarter of 2025.

How KRA recovered Sh6.8 billion through whistleblowing

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-11 16:34:59

The iWhistle programme profiles tax evaders and review refunds and debt management as an intervention to combat corruption and seal revenue leakages.

Kenya's electric mobility grows amid financing barriers

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-14 13:16:06

Despite the growth, financing barriers has kept underserved communities and entrepreneurs locked out of the green transition.

Naivas flags off 'homecoming' caravan to Nakuru

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-14 16:34:05

Retailer Naivas Supermarkets has flagged off a symbolic heritage caravan retracing the company’s roots back to Nakuru, the birthplace of the renowned brand.

KRA downplays FATF claims of rampant illicit financial flows

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-15 07:55:00

Kenya was placed in the grey list due to its weak policies and lack of prosecutions. However, KRA has termed that action as unjustifiable and unrealistic to Kenya’s situation.

Kenya's EV sector gains traction amid soaring demand

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-15 20:54:00

Kenya‘s electric vehicle (EV) revolution is picking up speed, driven by homegrown innovation, government incentives, and growing demand for cleaner, cost-efficient transport.

Carrefour in bid to reduce food waste

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-16 09:32:55

Thousands of Kenyan families facing food insecurity are set to benefit from expected redistribution by retailer Carrefour.

KRA miss revenue target by Sh50b in Q1 of 202526 FY

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-17 14:32:33

Kenya Revenue Authority missed its revenue target by Sh49.86 billion for the first quarter of the current financial year.

Tourism sector lauds State efforts to boost arrivals at airports

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-19 09:25:22

The tourism sector has commended the government efforts in increasing the arrival of new flights into the country, a move termed as a major boost to accessibility to the destination.

Safaricom marks 25 years of operations

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-24 00:00:00

Safaricom on Thursday marked its Silver Jubilee, celebrating 25 years of operations since its official launch on the October 23, 2000.

Start-up links local consumers to discounted goods globally

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-25 19:27:24

Consumers are increasingly spending less on essentials, with millennials and boomers increasingly shopping at discounted rates and lower-priced stores.

How Treasury netted Sh195b in tax revenue from banks

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-26 09:00:00

Kenyan banks collectively contributed Sh194.8 billion to the national exchequer in 2024, on the back of increased profitability.

CS, standards agency bosses root for quality to boost competitiveness

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-26 10:28:49

Protection of consumers, production of quality and standard products will help Kenya become an industrial hub for the region.

StanChart Uganda to sell wealth, retail units to Absa

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-27 00:00:00

StanChart Uganda and Absa Bank Uganda have agreed on the sale of StanChart Uganda’s wealth and retail banking business portfolio in Uganda.

How lack of collateral hinders banks from funding small businesses

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-27 15:09:28

Banks are keen on character on credit compliance. If your character does not demonstrate goodwill in regard to repayment of credit, banks will shun from financing

Family Bank shareholders approve listing on NSE

By Esther Dianah   2025-10-28 06:00:00

Family Bank shareholders have approved the plan to list on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards becoming a Tier One Bank.