Picture this: somewhere in Nairobi, a dusty safety deposit box lies undisturbed in a downtown vault. Inside? Share certificates worth millions—untouched, unnoticed, and unclaimed. Its owner, now halfway across the world, forgot all about it during a busy relocation. Multiply that forgotten box by thousands, and you begin to glimpse Kenya’s silent fortune: over KSh 4.3 Billion in unclaimed financial assets.

Chinese financing has played a massive role in Angola’s rebuilding and modernization journey. With a total of $46.0 billion spread across 270 loans, Angola has become one of China's top investment destinations in Africa.

Following President William Ruto's recent diplomatic mission to China, it's an opportune moment to examine Kenya's financial relationship with its largest bilateral creditor.

Kenya’s Big Banks: Who’s Leading the Asset Race in 2024?

Nairobi has long been the nerve center of Kenya’s economy, government, innovation, and culture. But in 2023, the dominance of the capital reached new heights in the commercial real estate space—raising a pressing question: Is it time to decentralize?

When you think of how banks make money, chances are your mind jumps straight to loans — lending out cash and collecting interest.

Imagine waking up one day to discover that your country owes over $101 billion or 13 trillion shillings in debt, but a significant portion of that money was borrowed illegally and can't be accounted for.

In Nairobi’s financial hubs, lending desks are taking a back seat as risk teams step into the spotlight. Kenya’s banking story in 2024 isn’t one of expansion—but of retreat.

The Kenyan insurance sector in 2024 delivered a mixed bag of performances—some insurers posted explosive growth, while others faced setbacks

The Kenyan banking sector remains a cornerstone of East Africa’s financial landscape, driving economic growth and innovation. With 2024 data

Kenya Airways (KQ) has made an impressive financial comeback, reporting a profit for the year ending December 31, 2024.

In a testament to strategic vision and effective execution, Co-operative Bank Group has delivered remarkable financial results in 2024.

KCB Group's Remarkable Turnaround: How East Africa's Banking Giant Achieved 65% Profit Growth in 2024

As of March, 2025, the world’s richest have faced steep wealth declines since January 17—the last trading day before Donald Trump’s January

For many Kenyans living and working abroad, sending money home is more than just supporting family—it’s about building a future. One of the

Stanbic Bank has navigated Africa’s dynamic financial landscape with resilience, leveraging strategic leadership and innovative banking...

Oil production remains a cornerstone of economic activity for many African nations. For some, crude oil serves as a primary revenue...

The fourth quarter of 2024 has painted a fascinating picture of Nairobi's land market. While Nairobi’s suburbs experienced steady but...

When it comes to housing dreams, tenants in Kenya have made one thing clear: they’re not just looking for a place to live—they want a...

A recent survey conducted by Ipsos offers fascinating insights into global expectations for the near future. Over 23,000 adults from 33...