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Digital Finance: Safaricom and GulfCap launched the Ziidi Shari’ah Money Market Fund, letting customers invest from KSh100 through M-Pesa. Capital Markets: Quickmart opened its KSh15bn IPO at KSh7.50 a share, with the IFC committing KSh1.94bn for a 6.5% stake. Kenya has also cleared local investors to buy into Dangote’s refinery share sale. Energy & Industry: Manufacturers hope the planned Lamu refinery will reduce fuel and input costs, though senators are demanding details of the project’s agreements and public financing. Tax: KRA’s amnesty offers a full waiver of penalties, interest and fines on pre-2026 tax debts, with principal payable in up to six instalments before December 31. Infrastructure: Road construction fell 62% over the past four years compared with the previous four, raising concerns about transport links for businesses.

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Sep. 28, 2026

Tim Draper says Africa can leapfrog traditional finance with Bitcoin and blockchain

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WHX Nairobi draws 8,500-plus visits and spotlights East Africa health market

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