Kenya’s rural economy is undergoing a digital transformation that is positioning the country as Africa’s fastest-growing e-commerce frontier. With nearly 70% of Kenyans living outside major cities, the expansion of online retail into underserved regions is no longer a side story; it is becoming the main engine of inclusive growth. Digital Inclusion Driving Growth According to the “E-commerce in Rural Kenya: Expanding Access, Driving Inclusion, Connecting Border to Border” report by Jumia Kenya, internet penetration now stands at 48%, with over 42 million smartphones in use and 45 million active mobile money subscriptions. This connectivity has enabled rural households to leapfrog traditional…
Author: Lynet Awino
Lynet Awino
Lynet Okumu, a Masinde Muliro University graduate, is a digital journalist passionate about impactful storytelling. She writes on health, business, relationships, and daily life, blending accuracy and creativity to craft engaging, informative content.
Kenyan actress and producer Shirleen Wangari debuts her first feature film, Cards on the Table: A Christmas Movie, on November 29, 2025, at Century Cinemax, Garden City Mall, Nairobi. Wangari’s production company, Blackwell Films, brings this romantic comedy-drama to life as a high-stakes holiday heist set in 1992 Nairobi. The story follows Jackso and Beth, a desperate ex-couple who plot to steal gate collections from the city’s biggest Christmas Eve bash. Their unresolved tensions erupt into a public argument, drawing police attention and landing them in custody under the relentless Inspector Kip. Official Synopsis Jackso and Beth arrive at Nairobi’s…
The National Assembly has passed the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill, 2022, establishing a robust legal framework to regulate fertility treatments, surrogacy, and reproductive health services in Kenya. This legislation positions Kenya as a regional leader in ethical assisted reproduction, safeguarding the rights of parents, surrogates, and children. What the ART Act Covers The Act regulates a wide range of assisted reproductive services, including: In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) Intrauterine insemination (IUI) Gamete and embryo donation Cryopreservation Genetic screening and diagnosis Altruistic surrogacy It guarantees safe, inclusive, and ethical access to reproductive technology for all Kenyans—regardless of gender or marital status. Oversight…
From chorus girl to commanding lead, Helen Keli has carved out a legacy that spans decades of Kenyan theatre and television. The Nairobi-born actor, who trained under the late James Falkland, has graced stages in classics like Pirates of Penzance and The Merchant of Venice, and recently starred in Elements, a one-woman show written by John Sibi Okumu and directed by Wakio Mzenge. Her screen credits include Changes, Selina, Second Family, and the upcoming Kenyan-German film Mercy. But it’s her current dual roles that have fans talking. On Single Kiasi Season 4 (Showmax), Keli plays Delilah, a scandalous cougar determined to…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a major shift in its tax compliance framework, confirming that it will begin validating income and expenses declared in tax returns starting January 1, 2026. The move targets both individual and non-individual taxpayers, with the goal of improving accuracy, transparency, and audit efficiency across Kenya’s tax system. What’s Changing? According to a public notice issued on November 7, 2025, KRA will cross-check tax declarations for the 2025 year of income against three key data sources: TIMS/eTIMS invoices Withholding income tax gross amounts Import records from customs systems These checks will be triggered when…
On October 31st, NCBA Bank hosted an exclusive Platinum Banking and Investment Bank soirée at the stunning Almanara Hotel in Diani. The event, co-curated with iconic partners The Macallan and Sandstorm Africa, brought together high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) from Kenya’s Coast for an evening of whisky pairings, handcrafted gifting, and meaningful financial conversations. A Toast to Taste and Trust Guests were treated to a curated Macallan whisky experience, bespoke cocktails, and Sandstorm’s premium leather gifts; all set against the backdrop of Diani’s pristine beaches. But this wasn’t just about indulgence. It was about intentional engagement, wealth consultations, and exclusive access. “For…