The Central Bank of Kenya has launched an Open Banking Framework, requiring all commercial banks to share customer-permissioned data with …
Region: Nairobi
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Politics
MPs Approve Controversial Housing Levy Amidst Opposition Walkout
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsThe National Assembly has passed the controversial Finance Bill 2023, which includes the mandatory 1.5% Housing Levy, despite a spirited …
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Economy & Business
Kenya’s Digital Health Platform Links 10 Million Patients to Universal Coverage
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsKenya’s Unified Electronic Health Records (UEHR) system now links 10 million patients to the Social Health Insurance Fund, enabling instant …
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Politics
Anti-Finance Bill Protests Erupt in Major Towns, One Killed in Kisumu
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsSpontaneous protests led largely by Gen-Z and young activists erupted in Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, and Nakuru against the proposed Finance …
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Economy & Business
Kenya’s Education Budget Rises to Ksh520 Billion in FY2024/25
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsThe Treasury has allocated Ksh520 billion to education in the 2024/25 budget—the largest ever—focusing on TVET, digital learning, and teacher …
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Environment & Climate
Kenya’s election reduced to Mt Kenya affair – Senator Kajwang’
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsKenya’s Election Reduced to a Mt Kenya Affair — Moses Kajwang Sounds Alarm Nairobi — In a pointed warning ahead …
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Economy & Business
Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Enrolls 20 Million Citizens Ahead of Deadline
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsKenya’s Social Health Authority (SHA) has enrolled 20 million citizens into the new universal health insurance scheme as of June …
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Economy & Business
Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Covers 25 Million Citizens Ahead of Mandate
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsKenya’s Social Health Authority (SHA) has enrolled 25 million citizens into the universal health insurance scheme as of June 2024, …
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Environment & Climate
Nairobi’s First Vertical Farm Cuts Water Use by 95% for Leafy Greens
by KenyaPollsby KenyaPollsA state-of-the-art vertical farm has begun operations in Nairobi’s industrial area, marking a significant milestone in Kenya’s pursuit of sustainable …
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HF Group has introduced Kenya’s first green mortgage product, offering 0.5% interest rate discount for energy-efficient homes. Launched in June …