Kimani Patrick – Kenyan Enterprise https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/author/kimani/ Daily Breaking Business News, Finance, Economy, Technology and Startups On The Go! Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:48:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-IMG-20180823-WA0001-32x32.jpg Kimani Patrick – Kenyan Enterprise https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/author/kimani/ 32 32 KCPE Results Row: CS Machogu Dismisses Raila’s Claims of Corruption, Insists No Errors in Tenders https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/kcpe-results-row-cs-machogu-dismisses-railas-claims-of-corruption-insists-no-errors-in-tenders/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:48:36 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24970 Educational Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu dismisses claims of impropriety in awarding exam printing contracts, emphasizing the adherence to standard procedures. In response to Raila Odinga’s concerns, Machogu assures that the local firm awarded the contract for the 2023 national exams met all requirements. Meanwhile, the Education Committee investigates SMS charges and advocates for a free […]

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]]> We Are Doing Everything Possible To Disburse CDF Funds – CS Ndung’u https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/we-are-doing-everything-possible-to-disburse-cdf-funds-cs-ndungu/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:28:43 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24937 Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung’u faced questioning from the Finance Parliamentary Committee regarding the delayed release of funds allocated for the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF). Ndung’u explained that the government is grappling with a cash shortage, hindered by a shortfall in revenue collection and challenges in meeting financial obligations, including salary payments. He […]

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]]> Government Prioritizes Success of Kenya-United Kingdom Partnership, Affirms Deputy President Gachagua” https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/government-prioritizes-success-of-kenya-united-kingdom-partnership-affirms-deputy-president-gachagua/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:16:40 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24935 Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua expressed the government’s commitment to ensuring the success of the Kenya-United Kingdom partnership during a meeting with the new UK High Commissioner, Neil Wigan. Emphasizing the historical ties between the nations, Gachagua highlighted areas of cooperation under the 2020-2025 Partnership, focusing on mutual prosperity, security, sustainable development, climate change, and people-to-people […]

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]]> Higher Loan Costs Loom for Kenyans as CBK Raises Base Lending Rate to 12.5%” https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/higher-loan-costs-loom-for-kenyans-as-cbk-raises-base-lending-rate-to-12-5/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:57:40 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24933 Borrowers in the country faced a significant setback as the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) raised the benchmark lending rate to 12.5%, marking a 2-percentage-point increase from the previous rate of 10.5%. The decision, attributed to exchange rate depreciation and mounting external debt service in the public sector, is seen as a response to upward […]

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]]> Ruto Scheduled to Attend Anniversary Celebration of the Hustler Fund https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/ruto-scheduled-to-attend-anniversary-celebration-of-the-hustler-fund/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:15:37 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24923 On Thursday, November 30, 2023, President William Ruto is set to attend the Nairobi anniversary event of the Hustler Fund, launched by his government on November 30, 2022. The fund aims to empower Micro and Small Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by providing credit to previously excluded individuals. Administered by Co-operative and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises […]

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]]> DigiCow: Kenyan Innovation Facilitating Dairy Farmers in Maintaining Vital Livestock Records https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/digicow-kenyan-innovation-facilitating-dairy-farmers-in-maintaining-vital-livestock-records/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:08:06 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24919 The dairy industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring food security in Kenya. With a growing interest in dairy farming, a rising number of Kenyan farmers are adopting modern technology to enhance production and boost profits. In response to this trend, various ventures are now focusing on the dairy sector, providing technological services to support […]

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]]> How to Access 2023 KCPE Results Using Your Mobile Phone. https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/how-to-access-2023-kcpe-results-using-your-mobile-phone/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 08:26:41 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24889 On Thursday, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu announced the release of the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examination results. A total of 1,406,559 candidates took the KCPE exams, while approximately 1.2 million participated in the Kenya Primary School Exit Assessment (KPSEA) exams (Grade 6) between October 30 and November 1, marking the conclusion […]

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]]> Victory for Coffee Farmers: Government Facilitates Direct Access to International Markets https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/victory-for-coffee-farmers-government-facilitates-direct-access-to-international-markets/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:05:47 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24875 The government is taking a significant step to benefit Kenyan coffee farmers by opening direct markets, both locally and internationally. Timothy Mirugi, Managing Director of the New Kenya Planters Cooperative Union (KPCU), highlighted the long-standing issue of farmers being paid in Kenya shillings despite coffee buyers transacting in US dollars. To address this, the government […]

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]]> EPRA is in the spotlight as the monthly fuel price review approaches https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/epra-is-in-the-spotlight-as-the-monthly-fuel-price-review-approaches/ Tue, 14 Nov 2023 07:04:21 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24856 Every month, on the 14th day, Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) reviews the country’s fuel prices. In the October 14 review, EPRA increased petrol, diesel, and kerosene prices due to a rise in the average landing cost of imported fuel. This led to petrol retailing at Ksh.217.36 per litre, diesel at Ksh.205.47, and […]

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]]> What Makes the Women CEO Breakfast Unique https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/sites/kimani/article/what-makes-the-women-ceo-breakfast-unique/ Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:46:29 +0000 https://www.kenyanenterprise.com/?p=24733 The Women CEOs Breakfast, a prestigious event hosted by The Carlstic Group Limited, is not your run-of-the-mill business gathering. It stands out in a league of its own, offering a remarkable opportunity for women in leadership positions and their advocates. As we delve deeper into what makes this event truly extraordinary, we’ll explore the unique […]

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