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Africa
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PAPSS and local-currency payments: what a business should ask its bank
The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System links participating institutions. A usable payment route still depends on the banks, currencies and corridor involved.
AfCFTA trade preferences begin with a question: where does the product originate?
Buying goods in an African country is not, by itself, proof that they qualify as originating goods. The applicable product rule and supporting evidence matter.
East Africa’s common market: the promise and the paperwork
Regional integration opens possibilities for businesses, but a specific job, service or shipment still needs the right checks in the destination country.
Small cross-border shipments: check the common list before claiming simplified clearance
COMESA’s simplified trade regime is built around agreed products, documents and thresholds. Its name does not mean every small consignment qualifies.
Agriculture
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The maize harvest is not secure until the grain is safely stored
KALRO’s post-harvest guidance makes drying and storage central to protecting grain. A clean-looking bag cannot establish that maize is safe.
Before the fertiliser bill, ask what the soil sample represents
A soil test is only useful if the sample reflects the field. Start with sampling instructions and turn the results into crop-specific advice.
Before buying seed, check the pack—not just the promise
KEPHIS provides a scratch-code verification route for labelled seed packs. Certification and choosing a suitable variety are separate decisions.
Business
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Kenya ranks second-largest market for public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Africa
Kenya ranks as the second-largest market for public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Africa, according to a recent report by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
Tim Cook Hands Apple Reins to John Ternus Today
Tim Cook closes a defining chapter in technology history today as he steps down from the chief executive role at Apple, the company he has guided for fifteen years since succeeding Steve Jobs.
Energy
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Buying a fridge? Read the energy label alongside the price tag
EPRA’s star system helps compare efficiency. Size, stated consumption and how the appliance will be used still belong in the buying decision.
From underground heat to the grid: how Olkaria’s geothermal system works
KenGen’s explanation of the Olkaria field follows steam from the reservoir to the powerhouse—and shows why generation is only one part of electricity supply.
Applying for electricity: keep the quotation and reference number at the centre
Kenya Power’s connection guidance explains the documentation and service steps. An application is not a promise of one universal fee or connection date.
Entertainment
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Official Findings Released in the Death of Actress Hayden Panettiere.
The Greenville County Coroner's Office in South Carolina has officially determined the cause and manner of death for actress Hayden Panettiere.
Lady Gaga and fiancé Michael Polansky welcome their first child together.
Lady Gaga and her fiancé Michael Polansky have welcomed their first child together, a baby girl named Rose Bean Polansky.
Kim Kardashian hospitalized with esophagitis?
Kim Kardashian has revealed that she was hospitalized with esophagitis, a condition involving inflammation of the esophagus.
Health
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International
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Markets
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Why the inflation headline may not feel like your household budget
An overall price index and a family’s shopping basket answer different questions. Knowing the difference makes economic reporting more useful.
An 8.75% policy rate is not your loan rate. Here is the distinction
CBK’s August decision provides a reference point for the economy. A borrower still needs to examine the pricing, charges and reset terms of the actual loan.
CMA’s investment warning puts licence checks back in focus
A September public notice warns against unauthorised investment offers. The useful next step is to check the exact legal name and licence category.
Treasury-bill auction on 24 September: the numbers to watch
CBK is offering 91-, 182- and 364-day bills. Previous auction yields are a reference point, not a promise of the return investors will receive.
Politics & Policy
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Property
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Selling property: capital gains tax is calculated on the gain, not the headline price
KRA’s guidance sets out a 15% rate on the net gain. The records supporting acquisition and allowable costs are therefore important.
Building a house? Project registration is the developer’s responsibility
NCA distinguishes a registered contractor from a registered project. Choosing one does not automatically complete the other.
A land search is a starting point—not the whole purchase check
Ownership records, the person selling and the parcel on the ground need to agree. Treat each as a question to resolve before committing money.
Ardhisasa’s Mombasa expansion: check the block, not just the county
A July 2026 notice moved additional registration sections onto the digital platform. Buyers need to establish the correct process for the specific parcel.
Sports
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Technology
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Australia passes law forcing Meta, TikTok, and others to Pay for News.
Lawmakers in Australia approved new legislation on Thursday that will compel major technology companies to hand over millions of dollars unless they negotiate commercial agreements with domestic news publishers.
Ferrari’s first electric car, the Luce “Chassis 0,” sold $40 Million.
A one-of-a-kind example of Ferrari’s first fully electric model, the Luce, has fetched an extraordinary $40 million at auction, establishing a new benchmark for the most expensive new car ever sold under the hammer.
TikTok Removes 884,591 Videos in Kenya.
TikTok has taken down more than 884,000 videos uploaded from the country in the first three months of 2026 for breaking its community rules.
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