Nairobi Securities Exchange unlocks regional access with successful execution of trades via sponsored access by Absa Securities Limited and Absa Bank South Africa
The Nairobi Securities Exchange Plc (NSE) is pleased to announce the successful execution of trades under the Sponsored Access arrangement between Absa Securities Limited (Kenya) and Absa Bank South Africa. This landmark transaction marks a major stride in enhancing regional market connectivity, investor access, and the use of smart trading infrastructure. This development follows the […]
Njeri Jomo Awarded Dual National Recognition in Her Role as Jubilee Health Insurance CEO
Jubilee Health Insurance CEO & Principal Officer, Njeri Jomo, has received two prestigious national recognitions, underscoring her remarkable influence in Kenya’s healthcare and insurance sectors. Over the weekend, Njeri was named Most Inspirational Female Leader in Kenya at the Abojani Economic Empowerment Awards 2025. In the same breath of celebration, she was also honoured as CXO of the Year at the CIO100 […]
Why Verification Is the Most Important Step in Blockchain Systems
Blockchain systems have revolutionized data management by creating decentralized, tamper-proof ledgers that operate without a central authority. Verification therefore becomes a critical step that ensures every transaction is legitimate. Without this process, blockchain networks could not maintain the accuracy, security, and trust that define them. The verification process in blockchain systems begins the moment a […]
What Actually Happens When You Send a Blockchain Transaction
Imagine a town where every time someone trades a rare book, the trade must be recorded in a giant ledger that everyone in town can see and has a copy of. Each day, all trades are written into a new page of the ledger. Once a page is filled, it is sealed with a unique […]
Key Concepts Every New Crypto User Should Know
Cryptocurrency operates through a decentralized network of computers that uses blockchain technology to record transactions securely and transparently. Transactions are grouped into blocks, which are verified by the network using consensus mechanisms such as proof-of-work or proof-of-stake. Once a block is verified, it is added to the blockchain, creating a permanent and unchangeable record of […]
How Cryptocurrency Differs from Traditional Money
The total crypto market cap crossed the $4 trillion threshold for the first time in 2025, marking the industry’s broad progress. The number of crypto mobile wallet users also reached all-time highs, up 20% from last year. Traditional financial institutions and major corporations have significantly increased their involvement in crypto. The launch and success of […]
Kenyan Banks Record Asset and Profit Growth in Q3 2025 Amid Non-Interest Income Decline
Eight Kenyan banks posted growth in total assets during the third quarter of 2025, with I&M Group leading the surge at 12.7%, reaching KES 640 billion. KCB’s assets rose 2.6% to KES 2.04 trillion, Diamond Trust Bank increased 8.7% to KES 641.7 billion, Stanbic Bank Kenya grew 3% to KES 476.2 billion, Sidian Bank surged […]
How Relationship Banking Can Improve Your Borrowing Options
Relationship banking in Kenya is expanding as banks move away from rigid, transactional lending and focus more on long-term engagement. The approach is quickly gaining traction among individuals, small businesses, and rural entrepreneurs who often struggle to meet traditional loan requirements. It strengthens trust through continuous interaction, personal support, and a deeper understanding of how […]
M-Kopa Hits Back at Chad Larson as Share Dispute Intensifies
M-Kopa has pushed back against claims by its co-founder and former CFO Chad Larson, deepening a dispute over the company’s valuation and the pricing of M-Kopa employee shares. The confrontation comes as Sumitomo Corporation moves to increase its stake in the asset financier, a development M-Kopa says is being disrupted by what it describes as […]
How to Plan Repayments When You Have Multiple Mobile Loans
Managing mobile loans from apps in Kenya has become part of everyday financial life, especially with easy access to instant credit through M-Pesa. These loans offer quick cash but often come with monthly interest rates of 15–30%. Handling several at once without a clear plan can lead to late payments, aggressive follow-ups, CRB listings, and […]