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Kenya’s Treasury is celebrating a major financial win after tax collections from property, land, and private share deals surged by a staggering 28 percent over the past financial year. By the close of June 2026, total revenues under this bracket reached Sh26.8 billion, generating an extra Sh5.82 billion in combined Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and […] The post Why Kenya’s capital gains tax collections…
Kenya’s banking industry disbursed KSh 245.1 billion in new loans to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) during the first half of 2026, the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has said, as lenders expanded financing for business expansion, working capital and job creation. According to the KBA, lending to MSMEs rose steadily over the six months […] The post Kenya’s banks lend KSh 245.1 billion…
Several international payment platforms have restricted or suspended services for customers in Kenya in recent weeks, as the country continues to face heightened scrutiny over money laundering and terrorism financing risks. US firm Sendwave and UK based Wise have stopped cash transfer services for the majority of Kenyan users since August, with Sendwave citing “technical […] The post Global…
YouTube announced on August 17, 2026, that it is changing how public view counts are calculated across its platform. Starting August 24, 2026, a view will be counted the moment a video begins to play from the very first frame across long-form videos, Shorts, and live streams. Previously, though YouTube never publicly disclosed its exact […] The post YouTube to count views from the first frame…
Kenya is selling more to the world, but it is spending even more buying from it. The country’s goods trade deficit has climbed to nearly Sh1 trillion, exposing a widening gap that could put renewed pressure on foreign exchange, inflation and the shilling. Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) shows that Kenya’s […] The post Kenya’s Sh1 trillion trade deficit: Why the import bill…
Kenya is preparing to give taxpayers a break at a time when the government is struggling to balance its books. That raises a bigger question: who ultimately pays for the relief? Treasury is signaling Sh78.6 billion in income tax cuts as part of revisions to the 2026/27 fiscal framework, even as the projected budget deficit […] The post Treasury’s Sh78.6 billion tax cut: relief or more government…
YouTube has announced a significant overhaul of the eligibility requirements for its Partner Program (YPP), the platform’s primary revenue sharing scheme for creators, alongside new ways for creators to earn from Shorts. The changes, announced on Monday, August 10, will make it harder for creators to join the revenue share program but will also offer […] The post YouTube doubles watch hour…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is planning to significantly increase its investments in offshore equities as part of a broader strategy to diversify its portfolio and reduce its heavy reliance on domestic assets. The state-backed pension fund is seeking to appoint an investment manager to establish and manage a multi-asset offshore portfolio, which will […] The post NSSF Eyes Global…
Investment research is a fundamental part of financial decision-making, helping investors evaluate securities, industries, and broader economic conditions before committing capital. At its core, investment research seeks to determine whether an asset’s market price adequately reflects its underlying value. This makes research particularly important for investors looking for opportunities where the…
Kenya’s tobacco control framework is facing a new test as nicotine products evolve beyond traditional cigarettes, raising questions over whether existing laws are sufficiently equipped to regulate a rapidly changing market. The emergence of nicotine pouches such as Velo has introduced products that differ significantly from conventional tobacco products. Unlike cigarettes, nicotine pouches do not…
