Written by Caroline Mutuku, General Manager, Glovo Kenya A quiet but significant shift is unfolding in Kenya’s urban centres. Once defined by in-person errands and brick-and-mortar retail, city life is being reshaped by a growing dependence on delivery platforms. The daily routine of navigating matatus and boda bodas to buy groceries, medicine, or lunch is steadily […]
By Kui Mbugua When I think about how fast the delivery business has grown in Kenya, I often remember asimple truth: convenience is not a luxury anymore, it is a necessity. Just a few years ago,the idea of ordering a hot meal, groceries, or even medicine through an app and having itarrive at your doorstep […]
Global insurtech leader, bolttech, has officially announced its entry into the Kenyan market through a strategic partnership with LOOP DFS, the fintech subsidiary of NCBA Group. The move marks a significant expansion of bolttech’s footprint in Africa, bringing its embedded protection and insurance solutions to one of the continent’s fastest-growing digital economies. Through this partnership, […]
Britam Holdings Plc has reported a profit before tax of Ksh 2.5 billion for the six-month period ending June 30, 2025, demonstrating solid performance in the face of a challenging macroeconomic environment characterized by a declining yield curve and rising claims costs. The results highlight Britam’s resilience, strong balance sheet, and strategic focus on digital […]
CIC Insurance Group PLC has announced impressive half-year (H1) 2025 financial results, highlighting robust growth across its core insurance operations, asset management division, and investment portfolio. The insurer’s strategic focus on innovation, diversification, and customer-centric products has delivered significant gains, reinforcing its position as one of Kenya’s leading financial services groups. CIC’s core insurance business […]
Hounen, a global leader in real estate development and solar energy manufacturing, has announced ambitious investments in Tatu City, Nairobi’s fast-growing new city and Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The company will develop over 63,000 square meters of projects, positioning Tatu City as its Sub-Saharan Africa hub. Hounen, which has delivered successful projects across China, Indonesia, […]
The second edition of the Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) is set to take place from September 8 to 10, 2025, at the Addis International Convention Centre (AICC) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The summit will bring together over 45 heads of state and government, ministers, development partners, private sector leaders, civil society actors, and youth representatives […]
NCBA Group PLC has reported a KES 11.1 billion profit after tax for the first half of 2025, marking a 12.6% increase from KES 9.8 billion posted in the same period last year. The strong performance underscores the bank’s strategic focus on digital innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainable financing, positioning NCBA as one of Kenya’s […]
Johnnie Walker, the world’s No.1 Scotch whisky brand, has officially launched Johnnie Walker Blonde in Kenya, introducing a lighter, sweeter, and smoother expression designed to appeal to a new generation of whisky lovers. The launch marks Kenya’s inclusion in the global rollout of this innovative blend, tailored to match the country’s vibrant sundowner culture and […]
The Univision DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited, formerly known as the Kitui Teachers DT Sacco, has officially transitioned from holding Annual General Meetings (AGMs) to the Annual Delegates Meeting (ADM) system, aligning with a government directive aimed at improving cooperative governance and representation. The milestone was announced during a Special General Meeting held […]
