Technology
WhatsApp to allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers
From Monday, users will start being able to reserve a name via the app, although it will not be compulsory.
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KCB calls for stronger partnerships to boost East Africa’s energy security
Speaking during the 2026 Half Year State of the Oil Industry Briefing organised by the Petroleum Institute of East Africa on June 29, 2026, KCB Director of Corporate Banking Peter Ng’eno said the region must bu...
Business
Tatu City appoints China Road and Bridge Corporation for Jabali Towers project
Jabali Towers represents a major investment in Kenya's real estate sector and reinforces Tatu City's position as Africa’s leading new city and master-planned urban development.
Business
I&M Group appoints Abdi Mohamed as CEO of I&M Bank Kenya
In a statement released on Monday, the group said Abdi joins the bank from Absa Bank Kenya, where he served as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, leading the lender’s growth and transformation agend...
Business
SACCOs disburse Sh33.74bn for land and housing in first quarter of 2026
According to the SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) Quarterly Statistical and Soundness Report released by The Sacco Regulator on Monday, for the period ending March 2026, lending to the land and hous...
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Absa Kenya CEO Abdi Mohamed steps down
The bank’s long-serving Chief Financial Officer Yusuf Omari is expected to temporarily take charge as the institution begins the search for a substantive replacement.
Business
Ruto challenges banks to unlock Sh3 trillion MSME financing gap
The President said while the government has laid the groundwork for enterprise growth, the private sector must now step in to bridge an estimated Sh3 trillion financing gap facing small businesses.
Business
Sh390.8 million paid to victims of failed insurance firms
Figures released by the Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) show that 2,146 claims were paid during the financial year ending March 31, 2026, bringing relief to thousands of former customers whose insurers ei...
Business
Traders demand seat at table as Tobacco Bill advances
The proposed law, sponsored by nominated Senator Catherine Mumma, seeks to introduce tighter controls on nicotine products, including vapes and nicotine pouches.
Business
Tala says global restructuring may affect fewer than 10% of its Kenya staff
The changes form part of a broader effort to streamline its global operating model by centralising key functions and aligning its operations with its long-term strategic roadmap.
Technology
WhatsApp targets scam messages with new alerts for unknown contacts
According to WABetaInfo, the feature appears whenever a person tries to open or begin a chat with a number that is not saved in their contact list. The warning is designed to provide users with more context bef...
Business
April 30 set as new tax return deadline for individual taxpayers
Under the revised law, individual taxpayers will be required to file their income tax returns by the last day of the fourth month after the end of their year of income. For most individuals whose year of income...