Author: Damaris Gatwiri

FNB allows customers to purchase US dollars and other foreign currencies for travel, international payments, and other approved purposes. You can order US dollar cash (foreign notes), load US dollars onto an FNB Multi-currency Cash Passport™, or buy and hold US dollars in an FNB Global Account through Online Banking or the FNB App. Depending on the purpose of your purchase, you may be required to provide supporting documents such as a valid passport and proof of travel. Learning how to buy dollars with FNB can help you prepare for international travel or foreign currency transactions conveniently and securely. Log…

Standard Bank Connect offers flexible data bundles for customers using its SIM cards. Whether you have a prepaid, top-up, or monthly SIM plan, you can purchase additional data through the Standard Bank Connect website or manage your account using the available self-service options. Learning how to buy data on a Standard Bank SIM card helps you stay connected while managing your mobile data usage efficiently. Standard Bank Connect also offers data bundles that never expire for selected bundle sizes. Log In to Your Standard Bank Connect Account Visit the Standard Bank Connect website and sign in using your Standard Bank…

FNB Connect allows customers to purchase data bundles for their FNB SIM cards quickly and conveniently. Whether you have a prepaid, top-up, or contract SIM, you can buy data through the FNB Banking App, Online Banking, Cellphone Banking, USSD, or an FNB ATM. Learning how to buy data on an FNB SIM card helps you stay connected while managing your mobile data usage efficiently. Ensure You Have Enough Funds Before buying a data bundle, make sure you have enough airtime or available funds, depending on your FNB Connect plan. If you are using a prepaid SIM, ensure you have sufficient…

Vodacom offers a wide range of prepaid bundles, including data, voice, SMS, social media, streaming, and combo bundles to suit different communication needs. Customers can purchase these bundles using USSD, the My Vodacom app, VodaPay, the Vodacom website, or participating retailers. Learning how to buy bundles on Vodacom helps you stay connected while managing your mobile expenses effectively. Make Sure You Have Enough Airtime Before purchasing a bundle, check that your Vodacom prepaid account has enough airtime to cover the cost. If your balance is low, recharge your SIM before proceeding with the purchase. Check your airtime balance Recharge your…

The Environment and Land Court has barred the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) from requiring retailers to enforce manufacturers’ compliance with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations until a constitutional petition challenging the directive is heard and determined. In a ruling, the court held that NEMA cannot shift its responsibility of monitoring and enforcing compliance with environmental laws to supermarkets and other retailers before the legal dispute is resolved. The case will now proceed to a full constitutional hearing, where the court will determine whether the environmental regulator can require one private business to enforce another company’s legal obligations. Under…

Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) Chief Executive Officer Carole Kariuki has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Equity Bank Kenya, adding her extensive private sector leadership experience to the lender’s governance team. Kariuki will continue serving as an Independent Non-Executive Director at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) while taking up her new role at Equity Bank Kenya. Welcoming the appointment, the NSE said Kariuki’s experience in business leadership, corporate governance and policy advocacy would strengthen the bank’s board. “Carole’s distinguished leadership, strategic insight and unwavering commitment to advancing Kenya’s private sector have made a lasting impact across the…

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has assured Kenyans that the country’s currency will remain stable as Kenya expects to receive more US dollars from recent government asset sales. CBK Governor Kamau Thugge said the additional foreign currency inflows will strengthen the country’s foreign exchange reserves, helping protect the economy from both local and global economic shocks. “We expect the exchange rate to remain relatively stable and for us to have reserves covering anywhere between 5.5 months to 6 months of import cover,” Thugge said. He added that the reserves will provide enough support to deal with unexpected challenges such…

Telkom offers a variety of prepaid bundles, including data, voice, SMS, social media, and streaming bundles to suit different communication needs. Customers can purchase these bundles using USSD, the MyTelkom app, WhatsApp, online self-service, banking apps, or at Telkom stores. Learning how to buy bundles on Telkom helps you stay connected while managing your mobile spending efficiently. Ensure You Have Enough Airtime Before purchasing a bundle, check that you have enough airtime to cover the cost. If your airtime balance is low, recharge your Telkom SIM using a voucher, banking app, or another supported top-up method. Check your airtime balance…

Luno is a popular cryptocurrency platform that allows users to buy, sell, and store Bitcoin and other digital assets. Buying Bitcoin on Luno is straightforward once you have created and verified your account. Before investing, it is important to understand that cryptocurrency prices are highly volatile, and you should only invest money you can afford to lose. Learning how to buy Bitcoin on Luno can help you begin your cryptocurrency journey safely and confidently. Create and Verify Your Luno Account Download the Luno app or visit the Luno website and create an account using your email address and a secure…

Bank repossessed cars, often called repo cars, are vehicles that have been repossessed by financial institutions after owners failed to meet their loan repayments. These vehicles are usually sold through auctions or approved dealers to recover the outstanding debt. Buying a repo car can be a cost-effective way to own a vehicle, but it is important to research carefully and inspect the car before making a purchase. Learning how to buy bank repo cars can help you find good value while avoiding unnecessary risks. Find Reputable Repo Car Listings Start by looking for bank repo vehicles through reputable banks, auction…

Telkom offers All Network Voice bundles that allow prepaid customers to make calls to any mobile network in South Africa. These once-off bundles are available in different minute allocations and validity periods, making them suitable for both light and frequent callers. You can purchase them using USSD, the Telkom app, the Telkom website, or selected retailers. Learning how to buy all network minutes on Telkom helps you stay connected while managing your calling costs effectively. Ensure You Have Enough Airtime Before purchasing a voice bundle, make sure you have sufficient airtime on your Telkom prepaid SIM card. The cost of…

PayPal is a widely used online payment service that allows you to pay for goods and services securely. While PayPal does not sell airtime directly, you can use it as a payment method on supported mobile recharge websites and apps. This enables you to top up your own phone or send airtime to someone else in many countries. Learning how to buy airtime with PayPal can help you make convenient and secure mobile recharges without using a bank card directly. Choose a Mobile Recharge Service That Accepts PayPal Start by selecting a reputable online airtime recharge platform or mobile app…

Seven insurance companies have come under scrutiny from the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) after failing to submit mandatory quarterly returns, limiting the regulator’s ability to assess their financial performance and compliance with industry regulations. The affected firms are Definite Assurance Company, Kenyan Alliance Insurance Company Limited (General), Kenyan Alliance Insurance Company Limited (Life), Monarch Insurance Company Limited (General), Monarch Insurance Company Limited (Life), Star Discover Micro Insurance Limited and Birdview Micro Insurance. In its latest industry report, the IRA said the companies were excluded from its quarterly performance analysis because they failed to comply with reporting requirements. “The report includes…

The government is set to earn Sh22.5 million every month after leasing land owned by Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited (KPRL) to Asharami Synergy Limited for the construction of a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facility in Mombasa. The project will see Asharami Synergy lease a 23.19-acre parcel of land for 31 years, generating more than Sh698 million in rental income annually over the lease period. State Department for Petroleum Principal Secretary Kello Harsama told the Senate that the project has received all the necessary approvals, including a licence from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). He said construction…

The number of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in Kenya grew significantly in 2026, with wealth managers reporting stronger growth in wealthy clients compared to the previous year, according to the latest Knight Frank Wealth & Investment Trends Report 2026. The report shows that 44 percent of wealth managers recorded growth of between 11 and 20 percent in their high-net-worth client base between 2025 and 2026. HNWIs are individuals with liquid financial assets worth at least Sh129.4 million ($1 million). This marks an improvement from 2025, when most wealth managers reported growth of up to 10 percent. In addition, 31 percent of…