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Co-operative Bank of Kenya has recorded a strong financial performance in the first half of 2026, with net profit rising by 28 percent to Sh18.02 billion, supported by growth in both interest and non-interest income. The lender’s earnings increased from Sh14.08 billion reported in the first six months of 2025. The growth was driven largely […] The post Co-op Bank profit jumps to Sh18 billion as…
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has moved to reassure consumers and regional trade partners that five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended by Rwanda’s regulator comply with applicable quality and safety standards. The assurance follows a decision by the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) on August 5 to temporarily suspend selected alcoholic […] The post KEBS clears…
Residents from Kakamega County benefited from a free medical camp held at Mwale Medical and Technology City (MMTC) in Butere Sub County, Kakamega County, offering hundreds of community members an opportunity to access essential healthcare services. The medical camp, organised by Hamptons Hospital over the weekend, brought together healthcare professionals who provided free medical consultations,…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has announced the auction of 65 commercial trucks, offering prospective buyers an opportunity to acquire Hino FC500 vehicles at reserve prices starting from KSh250,000. The trucks, all manufactured in 2014, will be sold through the bank’s online vehicle sales platform, with reserve prices varying depending on the individual units. According to […] The post Co-op Bank…
President William Ruto has given his administration a positive scorecard, declaring that the Kenya Kwanza government has performed exceptionally well in delivering on most of its manifesto commitments. Speaking on Monday while presiding over a joint broad-based parliamentary group meeting in Naivasha, Ruto highlighted agriculture, education, healthcare and the economy as some of the sectors […]…
Siaya Governor James Orengo has welcomed former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa to the Linda Mwananchi movement, a day after she announced her resignation from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Orengo made the remarks on Friday during a visit to Kakuyuni in Malindi, where he met the former Malindi MP. “Welcome to the Movement, […] The post Orengo welcomes Aisha Jumwa to Linda…
The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, in partnership with Water.org, has brought together entrepreneurs and key stakeholders in the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector for a business engagement forum at Mash Park in Dagoretti Corner. The forum provided a platform for participants to strengthen partnerships, share ideas and explore innovative solutions aimed at expanding access […] The post Co-op…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has dismissed claims that Edwin Sifuna poses a significant challenge to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV, Ruku said that although Sifuna’s national profile has grown in recent months, the Nairobi senator has not yet built the political structures […] The post Ruku: Sifuna Not Yet a…
President William Ruto has received a new policy blueprint proposing a long-term strategy to transform Kenya into a first-world economy after the expiry of Vision 2030, with experts recommending sweeping legal, institutional and economic reforms to sustain development across successive governments. The report, titled Developing a New Vision for Kenya: Strategic Guidelines for Long-Term National…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has entered Africa’s top 25 strongest banks by capital for the first time, marking a major milestone for the lender and reinforcing Kenya’s growing influence in the continent’s banking industry. According to the latest The Banker Top 1,000 World Banks rankings, Co-op Bank debuted at position 842 globally and ranked 24th […] The post Co-op Bank joins Africa’s top 25…
