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Kenya's vision for a tech-powered future is taking a major step forward. 

Konza Technopolis upbeat as smart city attracts investors 

Securing the financial resources needed for a sustainable future is a critical challenge for East Africa. Carbon markets offer a potential solution, but navigating this complex landscape requires careful consideration. 

Unveiling the role of impact investing in carbon markets

China-Africa Economic and Trade EXPO (CAETE) has opened today in Nairobi, Kenya and for the first-time outside China. 

Stanbic Bank, ICBC partner to deepen China-Africa trade ties

Safaricom, a Kenyan telco, has surpassed the billion-dollar threshold in revenue, becoming the first company in East Africa region to reach the milestone. 

Safaricom earnings surpass billion-dollar mark

East African economies are facing a wave of tough choices. Kenya's government has just slashed its budget, raising concerns about essential services. 

East Africa in a tight squeeze amid austerity & growth challenges

Women already form the backbone of the continent's food systems, yet they face significant barriers to full participation. Value4Her, an initiative by AGRA, aims to bridge this gap. 

Unlocking Africa's food potential: Empowering women in agribusiness

Kenya faces a crucial economic crossroads as the National Treasury implements significant budget cuts, slashing Ksh273 billion from the planned expenditure, a move aimed to tackle a growing budget deficit and control national debt. 

Kenya's budget cuts between fiscal responsibility and development

Fueled by a booming Islamic finance market projected to reach $5.9 trillion by 2026, investors are seeking new frontiers. 

Expanding access to credit through Islamic finance

Kenyan President, William Ruto, recently revealed that bitcoin mining company, Marathon Digital Holdings, has been invited to consult with Treasury on cryptocurrency regulations. 

Kenya's Treasury eyes bitcoin mining and regulation 

Bearish market sentiments prevailed in the equities market, with total market turnover seeing a decline by 55.5 per cent week over week to KES0.65 billion down from KES1.46 billion in the previous week. 

Kenyan equities market sees bearish sentiment

While Angola isn't part of the International Development Association (IDA) list, the pillars are a powerful framework for guiding development strategies in Africa.

Guilherme: Angola optimistic on regional trade integration

CNBC Africa’s Tabitha Muthoni caught up with Daniel Schaer, Estonia Inaugural Envoy to Kenya on the side-lines of the just concluded Connected Africa Summit 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya.

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