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Above-average short rains forecast for Western Kenya: plan beyond the first shower
The October–December outlook includes Bungoma, Busia, Kakamega and Vihiga. A seasonal forecast is a planning tool, not a planting date for every farm.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fuel prices: use the 15 September–14 October notice for this month’s checks
EPRA’s current pricing notice is dated for a specific period. Match the town, product and date before comparing a pump price.
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.
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.
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.
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.