Author: Lorine Otamo

Kenya’s remittance inflows reached USD 438.8 million in October 2025, marking a 0.4% year-on-year increase from USD 437.2 million in October 2024. This represents the third-highest monthly inflow on record, according to the Central Bank of Kenya. Cumulatively, diaspora remittances over the 12 months to October 2025 totalled USD 5.08 billion, up 5.8% from USD 4.80 billion in the same period last year. This puts 2025 on track to exceed USD 5 billion in annual remittances for the first time, reinforcing the sector’s role as a key pillar of Kenya’s foreign exchange earnings and balance of payments support. Year-to-Date Performance…

Showmax is set to premiere Adam to Eve, a bold new original dramedy starring Blessing Lungaho (Untying Kantai) as Adam, a charming Nairobi playboy whose life takes a surreal turn when a mysterious curse transforms him into a woman. The series drops on November 26, 2025. Produced by Historia Films, Adam to Eve follows Adam as he navigates the consequences of his past behaviour. Known for treating women as disposable, Adam wakes up one morning as Eve, forced to confront his own misogyny and experience life from the other side. To break the curse and reclaim his former life, he…

Naivas Limited, Kenya’s largest retail chain, has teamed up with Uber Eats to accelerate e‑commerce growth and enhance shopping convenience nationwide. Announced on November 13, the partnership allows customers to shop Naivas products directly via the Uber Eats app and enjoy fast, reliable home delivery. Naivas CEO Andreas Von Paleske said the collaboration reflects the retailer’s commitment to meeting customers where they are. “This partnership with Uber Eats extends our trusted in‑store experience to the digital space, giving shoppers more convenience, choice, speed, and flexibility in how they access everyday essentials,” he noted. Uber Eats Adds Value Through Technology Uber…

Kenya’s leading supermarket chain, Naivas, has reported a 43.4% surge in net profit to Sh2.39 billion (861.7 million Mauritian Rupees) for the financial year ending 2025, driven by robust consumer demand and aggressive store expansion. The previous year’s net profit stood at Sh1.87 billion (600.7 million Mauritian Rupees), marking a strong year-on-year performance. Revenue and Store Growth Naivas’ total revenue rose by 21.6% to Sh111.6 billion (40.28 billion Mauritian Rupees), powered by new store openings and increased footfall. The retailer now operates 108 outlets across strategic locations in Kenya, according to its majority shareholder, IBL Group. “Naivas increased its turnover,…

Solar energy leader Sun King has launched its first African manufacturing facility in Tatu City, Kiambu County, marking a major milestone in its efforts to localise production and strengthen clean energy access across the continent. The 7,600-square-metre plant will produce up to 700,000 solar-powered and energy-efficient units annually, with capacity for future expansion. The facility integrates manufacturing, refurbishment, and warehousing under one roof, streamlining operations and enhancing supply chain efficiency. “Opening our own manufacturing facility in Kenya gives us the scale to deliver more efficiently, the flexibility to innovate faster, and the foundation to grow a resilient manufacturing ecosystem here…

Airtel Africa has announced plans to raise its FY2025 investment budget to USD 875–900 million, following a robust first-half performance that saw revenue surge 26% to USD 2.98 billion and pre-tax profit hit USD 656 million. The telco’s customer base grew by 11% to 173.8 million, with data revenue surpassing voice for the first time. “Our strategy has been focused on providing a superior customer experience… Digital innovation is a core focus,” said CEO Sunil Taldar. Airtel Africa H1’26 Performance Summary Metric Value Change (YoY) Total Revenue USD 2.98 billion +25.8% EBITDA USD 1.45 billion +33.2% Operating Profit USD 959…