Budgeting Sh100,000 a Month: The 2026 Kenyan Guide to Building Wealth

Technology

Kenya's 5G Network Subscriptions Surge to 1.9 Million as Users Consume Data at Triple National Average

5G subscriptions in Kenya grow to 1.9 million with 170,656 new users added quarterly. 5G users consume 53.5 GB monthly—over three times the national mobile broadband average.

Ken • 4 days ago

News

Parliament Adds Safeguards to KRA's Pre-Populated Tax Returns, Grants Taxpayers Two-Month Amendment Window

National Assembly amends Finance Bill 2026 to protect taxpayers from unfair pre-populated income tax assessments. Clause 48 requires KRA to allow 2-month amendment period and provide written explanations for tax avoidance determinations.

Ken • 1 week ago

News

Parliament Rejects Treasury's Plan to Raise Mobile Phone Excise Duty to 25 Percent

National Assembly Finance Committee rejects proposal to increase phone excise duty and shift tax point to activation. Lawmakers cite affordability concerns and digital inclusion risks in Kenya.

Ken • 1 week ago

Technology

Starlink's Kenya Network Performance Deteriorates as Subscriber Growth Strains Capacity

Starlink average speeds in Kenya drop 26% to 34.55 Mbps as subscriber base expands. Network bandwidth bottlenecks emerge while local ISPs gain competitive ground in Kenyan market.

Ken • 1 week ago

General

SportyTV Launches on DStv and GOtv Kenya, Delivering 750 Annual Live Sports Events

SportyTV now available on DStv Access and GOtv Value in Kenya. 24/7 sports channel features Premier League, LaLiga, NBA, and exclusive club content from Real Madrid, Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City.

Ken • 1 week ago

News

From Beds to Businesses: How Acorn’s New "Zinduka" Scheme Funds Student Rent and Start-Ups

In Kenyas higher education system, getting a university spot is only the first hurdle. Once students get in, they face an absolute perfect storm of ch...

Ken • 1 week ago