Mobius Motors, the homegrown vehicle manufacturer known for its rugged, affordable cars, has been acquired by Silver Box, a Middle Eastern investment firm. Mobius Motors has been a symbol of Kenyan innovation and industrial ambition. But what does this deal mean for Kenya’s automotive industry, the future of Mobius Motors, and the broader economic landscape?…
Kenya’s cryptocurrency landscape is at a pivotal moment as the government introduces the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) 2025 Bill. This proposed legislation aims to regulate the rapidly growing crypto industry, providing a framework for oversight and consumer protection. However, the bill also raises important questions about its potential impact on innovation, investment, and financial…
In 2024, Africa’s private capital investment landscape has seen remarkable growth, with Kenya and South Africa emerging as the continent’s frontrunners. These two nations have become the epicenters of venture capital, private equity, and other forms of private investments, driving innovation, job creation, and economic transformation. But what’s behind this surge? Why are Kenya and…
In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, two powerful models have emerged as game-changers for underserved populations: microfinance and digital banking. Both aim to bring financial services to those excluded from traditional banking systems, but they do so in fundamentally different ways. As technology advances and the demand for inclusive financial solutions grows, the question arises: What…
Nairobi Kenya: The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has set an ambitious target to bring in 9 million retail investors over the next five years. The plan, launched in early 2024, seeks to revive activity in the stock market by making investments more accessible to ordinary Kenyans and the diaspora. Currently, out of the 1.5 million…
