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Listed power utility company Kenya Power has reported a 21 per cent jump in revenues that helped the loss-making state entity bounce back to profitability with the firm registering a 30-billion-shilling net profit. 

Kenya Power swings to profitability

As the global drive towards cutting down carbon emissions gather’s steam innovative solutions have been touted as a sure way of accelerating the fight against pollution. 

Startup firm bets on new tech to cut carbon emissions

Kenya’s markets were rattled as the Supreme Court issued a verdict approving the reinstatement of the Finance Act of 2023 after the 2024 Finance Bill was dropped after widespread protests over glaring taxation proposals. 

Kenya’s apex court approves Finance Act 2023 

As African countries continue to embrace fintech, the continent is at the cusp of becoming a a formidable force in attracting digital payment platforms. 

Unlocking digital financial services for Africa's growth

The global coalition of school meals is rallying local governments in Africa to step up and prioritize funding to tackle the food security challenges facing a number of countries in Africa. 

Finland to increase financial support for global school meals coalition

Kenya’s electricity generating company KenGen, has posted a 35 per cent rise in net earnings to hit Ksh6.79 billion on the back of high energy demand. 

KenGen posts 35% surge in net earnings

Forecasts show that Artificial Intelligence has the potential to contribute $1.45 trillion to Africa’s economy if Governments pursue balanced and properly regulated frameworks to manage AI growth. 

Navigating an AI powered future for Africa

As emerging markets present unique challenges and opportunities, we’ll explore how investors assess medium-term horizons in sectors like food and beverage and renewable energy, while balancing financial returns with climate resilience, focusing on th

Assessing return on impact investments in Africa

South Sudan has been faced with a multitude of challenges in the recent years, from climate impact to war across the border, debt distress, drop in exports, extensions with the IMF and  millions in multi-dimensional poverty. 

S.Sudan Central Bank Governor on economic crisis, IMF financing & path forward

CNBC Africa's Aby Agina spoke to Fatima Abdi Idd, CEO, Mr Roof Rwanda for more on the sector’s outlook. 

Rwanda's construction sector eyes growth 

Africa's electric vehicle market is growing. What are the key trends, challenges, and players shaping this industry?

Africa's EV sector heats up: GOGO's competitive edge

The world’s forest resources are facing unprecedented challenges as human activities deplete tree cover and threaten the survival of vital ecosystems. 

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