Isaac Korir

Africa, Nairobi, The Hague

Digital Journalist at Journalists For Justice

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CAK Approves Africa Travel's Pollman’s Acquisition

4 days ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has granted unconditional approval for the proposed acquisition of 100% of the shareholding in Pollman’s Tours and Safaris Limited by Africa Travel Investments, a company incorporated in Europe. Pollman’s Tours and Safaris Limited, established in Kenya in 1950, is a long-standing provider of guided safaris and travel packages, catering to travel agents and tour operators globally.
Kisumu Opposes Sugar Mill Leasing, Cites Violations

6 days ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

Despite hopes that the Nzoia lease could model broader state-owned enterprise reforms, it faces legal challenges over transparency issues. Stakeholders and politicians have raised concerns about market monopolisation by Rai, who also owns West Kenya Sugar, Sukari Industries, and Olepito, and has investments in Menengai Oil, Timsales, Tulip Properties, RaiPly, and Webuye PanPaper.
Airtel, Starlink Boost Africa’s Internet Connectivity

1 week ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

Airtel Africa partners with Spacex’s Starlink to deliver high-speed satellite internet across Africa, enhancing connectivity for enterprises, schools, health centres, and rural communities. The collaboration explores rural cellular backhaul and infrastructure sharing to boost digital inclusion.
Kenya Approves Finance Bill 2025, Budget Cuts

2 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

On Tuesday, Kenya’s Cabinet approved the Finance Bill, 2025, and announced plans to reduce the proposed Sh4.3 trillion 2025/26 budget to enhance fiscal discipline and economic stability. Chaired by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, the Cabinet endorsed measures to lower the fiscal deficit to 4.5% of GDP in 2025/26, down from 5.3% in 2023/24 and 5.1% in 2024/25, targeting 2.7% in the medium term.
BCLB Suspends Gambling Ads for 30 Days

2 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has suspended all gambling advertisements for 30 days, effective April 29, 2025. “Pursuant to its statutory mandate under the Betting, Lotteries and Gaming Act (Chapter 131, Laws of Kenya), the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) hereby ORDERS the immediate suspension of all gambling advertisements and testimonials across all media platforms for a period of thirty (30) days with effect from the date of this statement,” the statement read.
Kenya Airways, Safarilink Launch Single-Ticket Safari Flights

2 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

Kenya Airways (KQ) and Safarilink Aviation have introduced a one-way codeshare partnership, expanding their network to nine new safari destinations. This collaboration allows travellers to book international and domestic flights on a single ticket, streamlining access to Kenya’s premier safari locations. Kenya Airways’ global customers can now seamlessly connect to two daily flights serving key airstrips in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Nanyuki, and Samburu.
Somalia Tackles EAC Trade Barriers with New Committee

3 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

Somalia has launched a National Monitoring Committee (NMC) on the Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) to “unlock regional trade opportunities.” Somalia has also “established technical committees to fast-track the implementation of the East Africa Community’s Customs Union and Common Market protocols, as well as other ongoing bilateral trade engagements, particularly with Kenya.” 🇸🇴 Somalia officially launches its National Monitoring Committee (NMC) on Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers...
Shanga Season 2: Secrets, Stakes Rise on Maisha Magic Plus

3 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

The second season of ‘Shanga’ premieres on Wednesday on Maisha Magic Plus (DStv), resuming after a suspenseful finale with heightened stakes. The narrative once again centres on Ledama (Brahim Ouma), Soila (Foi Wambui), and Kari (Zazira Kariuki), as perilous secrets surface between the remote settings of Lemurat and the vibrant chaos of Nairobi.
Rwanda Insurers: BK General, Sonarwa Merge to Expand

4 weeks ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

BK General Insurance Ltd., a subsidiary of BK Group Plc, along with Sonarwa General Insurance Ltd and Sonarwa Life Assurance Company Ltd., subsidiaries of the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), have announced their intention to merge and establish a new insurance group.
Tullow Oil to Sell Kenyan Assets to Gulf Energy for $120 Million

1 month ago | khusoko.com | Isaac Korir

Tullow Oil will sell its entire working interests in Kenya, held through its subsidiary Tullow Kenya BV, to Gulf Energy, a Kenyan energy and infrastructure group, for a total consideration of $120 million. The transaction is structured to provide Tullow, the London-listed exploration firm, with near-term cash receipts of $80 million and a back-in right for a 30 per cent stake in potential future developments at no cost.