16 h. ago East Africa private sector lobby criticises Kenya trade deals

East Africa private sector lobby criticises Kenya trade deals  The EastAfrican

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65 h. ago Ruto Administration Made Record Meta Data Requests in 2024, Surpassing Regional Peers

In 2024, President William Ruto’s administration ramped up its surveillance efforts, making a record 35 requests to Meta for access to user data – more than any other country in East Africa, according to the tech giant’s Transparency Centre report. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, confirmed that it shares user data with governments when legally obligated or during emergencies, as outlined in its terms of service. Between January and June, the Kenyan government submitted 23 data requests – 19 tied to legal processes and four flagged as emergencies. From July to December, it added 12 The post Ruto Administration Made Record Meta Data Requests in 2024, Surpassing Regional Peers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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65 h. ago CBK Cuts Lending Rate to 9.75%, First Time Below 10% in Two Years

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has lowered its benchmark lending rate to 9.75 percent, stepping up efforts to make loans more affordable and energize the economy. This is the first time in two years that the rate has returned to single digits, signaling a turning point in the country’s monetary policy. Announced on June 10, 2025, the 25 basis point cut – down from 10 percent – comes as part of CBK’s broader strategy to support private sector lending and ease the cost of credit. It also marks the sixth consecutive reduction by the bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), The post CBK Cuts Lending Rate to 9.75%, First Time Below 10% in Two Years appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya’s Changing Role in East Africa: Mediation or Interference?

Kenya’s Changing Role in East Africa: Mediation or Interference?  Mwakilishi.com

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4 d. ago East Africa’s rulers saw what Gen Z can do – now they’re striking first

East Africa’s rulers saw what Gen Z can do – now they’re striking first  Al Jazeera

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4 d. ago CBK, World Bank Trim Kenya’s Economic Growth Forecast Amid Trade Headwinds

CBK, World Bank Trim Kenya’s Economic Growth Forecast Amid Trade Headwinds  The Kenyan Wall Street

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7 d. ago Gachagua pressures Atwoli to speak up on diversion of NSSF funds to bankroll Govt mega

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 8 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-Kenya) Secretary General Francis Atwoli to expose the alleged misuse of National Social Security Fund (NSSF) resources. Speaking during a Sunday service at Jesus Celebration Centre Malindi, Gachagua expressed regret that funds meant for workers’ retirement are […] The post Gachagua pressures Atwoli to speak up on diversion of NSSF funds to bankroll Govt mega-projects appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Atwoli Disowns Affordable Housing Regulations, Accuses PS Hinga of Misleading Public

NAIROBI, Kenya – June 6, – The Central Organization of Trade Unions, Kenya, has strongly denied claims by Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga that it was involved in drafting the Affordable Housing Regulations. In a sharply worded statement issued Friday, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli dismissed Hinga’s remarks as false and misleading, warning that workers’ […] The post Atwoli Disowns Affordable Housing Regulations, Accuses PS Hinga of Misleading Public appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Call for Kenya to Join Fossil Fuel Treaty as World Marks Environment Day

Prince Papa, Africa Campaigner for the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative, echoed the call, saying Kenya has a historic opportunity to lead East Africa into a new era of climate responsibility.

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1 week ago Kenya private sector activity contracts for first time in seven months, PMI shows

Kenya private sector activity contracts for first time in seven months, PMI shows  Reuters

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1 week ago Kenya's Sector Slowdown Hits Private Activity For The First Time In Months

Kenya's Sector Slowdown Hits Private Activity For The First Time In Months  Finimize

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1 week ago Kenya at the heart of Africa’s illicit gold trade, new report reveals

Kenya at the heart of Africa’s illicit gold trade, new report reveals  The North Africa Post

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1 week ago COTU raises alarm over proposal to fund police posts using Affordable Housing Levy

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 3 – The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has raised concerns over proposed Affordable Housing Regulations which it says could open the door for the misappropriation of funds meant for housing Kenyan workers. In a statement on Monday calling on President William Ruto’s intervention, COTU expressed concern over what it described […] The post COTU raises alarm over proposal to fund police posts using Affordable Housing Levy appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Access Bank completes acquisition of National Bank of Kenya to deepen presence in East Africa

Access Bank completes acquisition of National Bank of Kenya to deepen presence in East Africa  Nairametrics

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2 w. ago Bumper election season in East Africa with Kenya in the throes of early campaigns

Bumper election season in East Africa with Kenya in the throes of early campaigns  The EastAfrican

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2 w. ago Abductions, torture threat to US interests in East Africa: Senator Risch

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 30 — The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has raised the alarm over a surge in abductions and torture cases across East Africa, warning that the trend poses a “direct threat” to regional stability and American interests. The committee’s chair and ranking Republican, Senator Jim Risch, said the escalating human rights violations […] The post Abductions, torture threat to US interests in East Africa: Senator Risch appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Abductions, torture a threat to US interests in East Africa: Senator Risch

Ranking Republican, Senator Jim Risch, said the escalating human rights violations reflect weakening institutions and a growing culture of impunity in the region.

Events

2 w. ago Ngugi wa Thiong’o, East Africa’s Iconic Novelist and Literary Giant, Dies at 87

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 28 – Renowned Kenyan author and literary icon Ngugi wa Thiong’o has died at the age of 87 in the United States, his family has confirmed. Ngugi, celebrated globally as East Africa’s leading novelist, passed away on Thursday night in the US after a long illness, according to his daughter Wanjiku wa […] The post Ngugi wa Thiong’o, East Africa’s Iconic Novelist and Literary Giant, Dies at 87 appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Kenya and Morocco strengthen their alliance: more trade, infrastructure and a shared vision for Africa

Kenya and Morocco strengthen their alliance: more trade, infrastructure and a shared vision for Africa  Atalayar

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2 w. ago Connected Africa Summit 2025: Kenya Ramps Up Digital Infrastructure to Boost Regional Trade

Connected Africa Summit 2025: Kenya Ramps Up Digital Infrastructure to Boost Regional Trade  TechTrendsKE

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