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Kenya business news: markets, SMEs, banking, trade and the economy. Practical context for workers, founders and investors.
Africa now supplies over 40% of Kenya’s export earnings in trade shift
African markets now contribute more than 40 per cent of Kenya’s export earnings, with Uganda remaining the top continental buyer after purchases rose about 27.9 per cent to roughly Sh46 billion.
M-Pesa joint venture posts first Sh102 million profit
An M-Pesa joint venture has recorded its first profit of about Sh102 million, underscoring how the mobile-money platform remains central to Safaricom-group earnings beyond voice.
EAC stakeholders renew push to dismantle regional trade barriers
The EAC secretariat and stakeholders are again pressing partner states to eliminate domestic administrative bottlenecks that delay the movement of goods and services across East Africa.
UK-based asset firm enters Kenya in latest partnership wave
A UK-based asset firm has entered Kenya through a partnership deal, part of a wider shift as local investment banks and fund managers deepen offshore and inbound capital links.
KRA: 30 days to collect goods at Kisumu and Isebania warehouses or face auction
Kenya Revenue Authority has given owners 30 days to collect unclaimed goods from Kisumu and Isebania customs warehouses or risk losing them in an online public auction under EAC rules.
Stanchart Pension moves to block review of new claims by former staff
Standard Chartered’s pension scheme has sought to block a review of new claims by ex-staff and asked for a stay, arguing an RBA-linked 90-day window may expire before appeal processes conclude.
Family Bank enters health insurance market with SME-focused medical cover
Family Bank has launched medical cover aimed at SMEs, households and individuals, marking its entry into Kenya’s growing health insurance market beyond core banking.
Petition filed seeking ouster of Kenya Re chief amid board-management rifts
A petition has been filed for the ouster of Kenya Re’s chief executive, against a backdrop of earlier suspension and reported disagreements with the board over staff reviews and dismissals.
Co-op Bank named Kenya’s best retail and digital bank at 2026 Euromoney Awards
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has been named the country’s Best Retail Bank and Best Digital Bank at the 2026 Euromoney Awards, citing financial performance and digital transformation.