Author: David Indeje

For years, journalists in Kenya have been the voice of accountability, reporting on workers’ strikes, amplifying demands for better pay, and exposing systemic failures. But the irony is unmistakable: those who spotlight injustice are often the least protected themselves. As Antony Githinji of COTU-K aptly questioned: “Why do journalists fight for other workers’ pay increment and benefits yet themselves are poorly paid, dismissed unprocedurally, and remain silent?” This question anchored a spirited training on unionisation for young journalists in Nairobi, further supported by expert insights from Louis Thomasi, Director of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ Africa Office), and Silas…

AAR Insurance has launched its latest branch, ‘AAR on the Go’, at ABSA Towers in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) to deepen access and digitise insurance delivery. The tech-forward outlet brings the company’s national presence to 11 branches, serving SMEs and urban dwellers with paperless, real-time insurance services—and reaffirming AAR’s vision for digital inclusivity and customer empowerment. Smart Branch. Smarter Experience Built for a mobile-first economy, ‘AAR on the Go’ features QR-code onboarding, real-time feedback, and self-service digital platforms, enabling walk-in customers to access services without paperwork or delays. “You don’t have to fill forms and come back days later,”…

With only 17 per cent of global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) currently on track, Standard Chartered Kenya has positioned sustainability as a core business driver. In FY 2024, the bank accelerated its climate, finance, and social impact outcomes, delivering inclusive growth and resilience across Kenya’s development ecosystem. “Sustainability is at the core of our strategy and is embedded in the way we do business, underpinning our brand promise, Here for Good,” said Kariuki Ngari, Chief Executive Officer, during the launch of the 3rd edition of their Sustainability Progress Report. Record Growth in Sustainable Finance Sustainable finance income rose by 132…

Kenya’s domestic debt market is gaining fresh momentum as the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reopens two infrastructure bonds (IFBs), aiming to raise KSh 90 billion to fund priority projects in the 2025/26 fiscal year. Running from July 21 to August 13, the auction reintroduces two long-term, tax-exempt bonds—IFB1/2018/015 and IFB1/2022/019—as investors seek higher-yield opportunities in a subdued T-bill environment. Bond Details at a Glance Bond Tenor Coupon Maturity Redemption Tax IFB1/2018/015 15 years (7.5 left) 12.5000% 10 Jan 2033 40% on 17 Jan 2028; 100% on 10 Jan 2033 Withholding tax exempt IFB1/2022/019 19 years (15.6 left) 12.9650% 28…

She’s fierce, unfiltered, and unstoppable. At 43, Pierra Makena isn’t just surviving the entertainment industry—she’s shaping it. From film and television to spinning tracks behind the DJ booth, she’s rewritten what it means to be a female entertainer in Kenya. Pierra crashed into DJing in 2015—no formal training, no blueprint—just raw talent and fire. In a world dominated by men, she crowned herself queen of the decks and dared anyone to challenge her. That same energy has powered her across screens for over 15 years, with iconic roles on Tahidi High, Kina, and Disconnect. And to think, her first dream…

Short-term rentals are reshaping housing dynamics across the continent, particularly in Nairobi, where the effects have become acute. According to Knight Frank’s Africa Horizons 2025/26 report, an estimated 15% of Nairobi’s housing units have transitioned to short-term rentals, leading to a 10% rent increase over two years. This change has intensified competition between long-term tenants and transient guests, contributing to affordability concerns. “Residents are now competing with this new demand,” Knight Frank notes, highlighting how platforms like Airbnb have disrupted conventional urban tenancy models. While the shift provides new income streams for property owners and flexible accommodation options for travellers,…