Brazil talks financial freedom as it says US criticism of Pix payment system is driven by business interests
US criticism of Brazil’s instant payment system Pix is driven by economic interests linked to major US technology companies, Brazilian Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Tuesday. In an interview with news outlet UOL, Durigan said the scrutiny of Pix – a free payment system run by Brazil’s central bank...
Two MPs from western Kenya move to court after they were conned of Ksh93m in fake land sale
In the first count, he obtained Ksh26 million from Emmanuel Wangwe by falsely pretending to be in a position to sell him land parcel – LR. No.13873/3 – situated in Karen, Nairobi, which was a false promise.
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets North Korean counterpart Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang to discuss economic ties
Xi arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a two-day state visit to the DPRK. Xi noted that after seven years, he is very pleased to once again visit the beautiful city of Pyongyang and feels especially warm and familiar.
Kenya Power announces plan to migrate fully to digital payment of electricity bills by nest June
According to the utility firm, the transition will be implemented in phases, with payment counters in Nyeri, Thika and Kisii set to close by June 30, 2026, followed by Nakuru, Kisumu and Eldoret by December 31, 2026.
Meeting basic needs: From just a quarter an acre, farmer in Uasin Gishu County shows ‘small is big’
Terer’s advice to youth and other middle-aged farmers is simple: start small. “Don’t wait for a big loan. Even a small plot can feed you if you manage it well. Farming is hard work, but it pays.”
100 days of war in Middle East show no sign of easing as world economies take the hit, poor countries on the spin
Overall commodity prices are projected to increase 16 per cent, driven mainly by energy, fertiliser and some metals. John Roper, chief executive for the Middle East at German energy company Uniper, said the strait’s closure and damage to facilities took most of the gas supply growth between 2025 and 2026 off the market, warning that the pain from the supply shortfall could last at least until 2030.
Truth about Ebola centres in Kakamega: Rich scent of gold and coltan is egging US to set up shop in Kenya
The quarantine facilities are a red herring. Americans are setting up ‘gestation camps’ for resource exploitation in Kenya.
Minister for Tourism and Wildlife Miano turns to Kenyans in diaspora to champion country’s potential
Nyandarua County, which is endowed with attractions like the Aberdare Ranges, magnificent scenic waterfalls and diverse wildlife habitats, is slowly getting recognized as one of the most outstanding destinations for eco-tourism.
Kenya Railways Corporation revives Gilgil-Nyahururu line to provide affordable transportation
According to the corporation, 1,000 tonnes of government-subsidised fertiliser have already been delivered to National Cereals and Produce Board depots in Ol-Kalou and Nyahururu to support farmers in Nyandarua and Laikipia counties growing potatoes, carrots, wheat and other crops.
Uganda traders face huge losses after state closes Congo border crossing over Ebola contagion fears
Traders say they are frustrated by the slow movement of cargo trucks. Some at the Mpondwe border post said that, while they knew the tough measures are provoked by fear of Ebola contagion, they felt that holding up the trucks was excessive.
