Kenyan consumers are bracing for a substantial increase in the cost of living following a major announcement by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). In its latest monthly review, EPRA revealed a significant upward adjustment in the retail prices of Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene, effective from Monday, July 15, to Thursday, August 14, […]
After months of navigating choppy economic waters, the United Kingdom’s economy is showing definitive signs of revitalization, spearheaded by a significant surge in retail sales during June. This upturn provides the clearest indication yet that the British economy is beginning to gain crucial traction, offering a much-needed breath of fresh air for businesses, consumers, and […]
A monumental undertaking spanning two East African nations, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is now entering its critical final phase, a “12-month sprint” that promises to usher Uganda into the exclusive club of oil-exporting countries by the second half of 2026. With approximately $3.6 billion already invested, this ambitious cross-border infrastructure project […]
Kenya’s domestic debt has officially crossed the formidable KSh 6.1 trillion mark, reaching KSh 6.311 trillion as of July 4, 2025. This significant milestone, revealed by the latest figures from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), underscores the government’s increasing reliance on the local financial market to fund its operations. This surge, representing a nearly […]
In a move that has sent shockwaves across international markets and diplomatic circles, President Trump announced on Saturday, July 12, 2025, that he would impose a sweeping 30 percent tariff on all goods imported from the European Union and Mexico. The announcement, made via letters posted to his social media platform, Truth Social, upends months […]
In a monumental stride forward for its economic liberalization and financial modernization, Ethiopia today officially launched its long-awaited securities exchange. This historic event marks the introduction of a secondary market for government treasury bills (T-bills) in electronic form, signaling a profound transformation in how the nation mobilizes domestic capital and integrates into the global financial […]
In a significant triumph for fiscal management and national development, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that it has successfully surpassed its revenue target for the Financial Year 2024/2025. Despite a challenging economic landscape, the taxman collected an impressive Kshs. 2.571 Trillion, exceeding the revised target of Kshs. 2.555 Trillion. This remarkable achievement represents […]
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has released its highly anticipated World Oil Outlook 2050 report, presenting a revised and notably bullish forecast for global oil and overall energy demand in the medium and long term. This optimistic projection, however, comes alongside a cautious reduction in short-term oil demand projections for the next […]
South Africa’s vital agricultural sector is bracing for significant headwinds following the recent announcement by the U.S. government of a steep 30% tariff on South African exports, effective August 1, 2025. This move, described by AgriSA as a “wake-up call” for the nation’s trade policy and agricultural sector, casts a long shadow over high-value commodities […]
Global consumer goods giant Unilever and leading East African financial institution Equity Bank have announced a strategic partnership to roll out a comprehensive Distributor Financing Solution. This groundbreaking initiative, backed by an annual investment of KES 2.4 billion (approximately $18.5 million USD), is meticulously designed to strengthen manufacturing supply chains, dramatically improve product availability, and […]
In a bold move signaling a significant shift in its domestic economic policy, the Tanzanian government has issued a directive...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today delivered a cautiously optimistic update to its global economic outlook, projecting revised growth rates...
In a pivotal step towards a sustainable and equitable energy future, South Africa and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have...
In a monumental boost for energy access and digital inclusion across Kenya, Sun King, a global leader in off-grid solar...
