Shilling Depreciation is Kenya’s Opportunity to Build Turnkey Investment Solutions
For an increasingly pessimistic Kenyan public, the country’s sustained and record-setting exchange rate is one of the most stinging daily reminders of the dreary economic conditions they feel they live [...]
Mobile apps for Wealth Managers. Are they worth it?
As the ultimate techie, I love mobile apps and believe they should be mandatory for all businesses. I can see my data anywhere and at any time. I get notifications [...]
The Untapped Economic Opportunity of a Kenyan Digital Nomad Visa
Kenya is missing out on the global rise in young professionals that work from the comfort of their computers for companies abroad also known as ‘Digital Nomads.’ The estimated [...]
Is Voice Biometrics in South Africa's Banking Sector Secure Enough?
By iiDENTIFii Apart from going into a branch, calling a bank feels more human for digital-shy consumers. For many, it is the first port of call for making account changes [...]
Analysis: Kenya’s Economic and Business Outlook for 2024
Editor’s Note: This is an abridged version of a full analysis of Kenya’s economic and business prospects for 2024. Read the full analysis here (PDF). In 2023, the Kenyan government [...]
Tough Economic Headwinds Provide Exciting Opportunities for Agile, Customer-Centric Fintechs
Taking stock of fintech in the broader African context while looking forward to opportunities in the year ahead.
How to Build and Protect your Wealth in 2024
The dawn of a new year comes with fresh opportunities, renewed energy, and the chance to redefine your personal finance and investment trajectory. Money management is key to accomplish your [...]
World Bank: Combating Antimicrobial Residues in Kenya’s Dairy Value Chain
With its large dairy industry, Kenya produces 652.4 million liters of milk a year. Dominated by small producers, the sector is unfortunately a driver of antibiotic residue in food.
Africa’s Natural Gas Sector is Building Momentum in 2024
Africa’s natural gas sector stands poised to prepare the entire continent for eventual decarbonization, as do many of the companies operating here.
The Kenyan Tech Sector's Defining Moments of 2023
At the close of 2023, African startups raised a total of $3.4 billion with energy solutions and FinTech leading the ecosystem. To support African startups, Kazana Fund launched Angel syndicate [...]Kenya’s Economy Strengthened in 2023 Despite Continued Challenges
The recovery of agriculture has led to improvements in food supply and coupled with monetary policy tightening has helped reduce inflationary pressures.Kenya Eyes Relations Beyond Business with China
The China-Africa Friendship Association Kenya Chapter has been committed to enhancing people-to-people exchanges between the two countries over the past 16 years
