Business Archives » Star Today https://startoday.co.ke/category/business/ Latest Kenya news Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:10:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.15 https://startoday.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Star-Today-Icon.jpg Business Archives » Star Today https://startoday.co.ke/category/business/ 32 32 178011034 MMV Backs Vision 2030 Agenda as Meat Expo Opens in Nairobi https://startoday.co.ke/3979/mmv-backs-vision-2030-agenda-as-meat-expo-opens-in-nairobi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mmv-backs-vision-2030-agenda-as-meat-expo-opens-in-nairobi Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:58:05 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3979 The MMV Associate CLG has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kenya’s Vision 2030 agenda through investment in livestock development, community empowerment, food security and sustainable economic growth. The organisation’s Chairperson, James Mahuria, said the livestock sector remains a critical pillar of Kenya’s economy and should be strengthened through modern production systems, value addition and greater […]

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]]> 3979 Co-op Bank profit jumps to Sh18 billion as income streams expand https://startoday.co.ke/3976/co-op-bank-profit-jumps-to-sh18-billion-as-income-streams-expand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-profit-jumps-to-sh18-billion-as-income-streams-expand Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:03:53 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3976 Co-operative Bank of Kenya has recorded a strong financial performance in the first half of 2026, with net profit rising by 28 percent to Sh18.02 billion, supported by growth in both interest and non-interest income. The lender’s earnings increased from Sh14.08 billion reported in the first six months of 2025. The growth was driven largely […]

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]]> 3976 Co-op Bank equips entrepreneurs with skills to grow their businesses https://startoday.co.ke/3988/co-op-bank-equips-entrepreneurs-with-skills-to-grow-their-businesses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-equips-entrepreneurs-with-skills-to-grow-their-businesses Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:08:19 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3988 Small and medium-sized business owners are being encouraged to strengthen their financial and business management skills as they seek to build resilient enterprises and create more jobs. The call emerged from an engagement by Co-operative Bank of Kenya that brought together business owners for discussions on practical ways of improving enterprise performance. The initiative included […]

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]]> 3988 Co-op Bank puts 65 Hino trucks on auction, prices start at KSh250,000 https://startoday.co.ke/3966/co-op-bank-puts-65-hino-trucks-on-auction-prices-start-at-ksh250000/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-puts-65-hino-trucks-on-auction-prices-start-at-ksh250000 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:33:49 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3966 Co-operative Bank of Kenya has announced the auction of 65 commercial trucks, offering prospective buyers an opportunity to acquire Hino FC500 vehicles at reserve prices starting from KSh250,000. The trucks, all manufactured in 2014, will be sold through the bank’s online vehicle sales platform, with reserve prices varying depending on the individual units. According to […]

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]]> 3966 Co-op Bank, CEO Gideon Muriuki secure court reprieve in Sh363 million First Assurance case https://startoday.co.ke/3983/co-op-bank-ceo-gideon-muriuki-secure-court-reprieve-in-sh363-million-first-assurance-case/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-ceo-gideon-muriuki-secure-court-reprieve-in-sh363-million-first-assurance-case Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:04:08 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3983 Co-operative Bank of Kenya and its Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Gideon Muriuki, have secured interim High Court orders stopping their arrest and prosecution over alleged failure to report suspicious transactions linked to the loss of Sh363.4 million at First Assurance Investment Company Limited. Justice Gregory Mutai certified as urgent a constitutional […]

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]]> 3983 Co-op Bank joins Africa’s top 25 strongest banks by capital https://startoday.co.ke/3934/co-op-bank-joins-africas-top-25-strongest-banks-by-capital/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-joins-africas-top-25-strongest-banks-by-capital Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:42:30 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3934 Co-operative Bank of Kenya has entered Africa’s top 25 strongest banks by capital for the first time, marking a major milestone for the lender and reinforcing Kenya’s growing influence in the continent’s banking industry. According to the latest The Banker Top 1,000 World Banks rankings, Co-op Bank debuted at position 842 globally and ranked 24th […]

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]]> 3934 Co-op Bank Crowned Africa’s SME Bank of the Year https://startoday.co.ke/3883/co-op-bank-crowned-africas-sme-bank-of-the-year/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-crowned-africas-sme-bank-of-the-year Sat, 30 May 2026 07:31:43 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3883 The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has been named SME Bank of the Year in Africa, reinforcing its standing as one of the continent’s leading financiers of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The lender received the prestigious recognition at the 20th African Banker Awards, held alongside the African Development Bank (AfDB) Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Congo. […]

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]]> 3883 Co-op Bank Q1 Profit Rises 21pc to Sh8.4 Billion on Strong Income Growth https://startoday.co.ke/3888/co-op-bank-q1-profit-rises-21pc-to-sh8-4-billion-on-strong-income-growth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-q1-profit-rises-21pc-to-sh8-4-billion-on-strong-income-growth Wed, 13 May 2026 07:47:45 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3888 The Co-operative Bank of Kenya recorded a 21.2 per cent increase in net profit for the first quarter ended March 2026, posting earnings of Sh8.4 billion on the back of growth in interest and non-interest income. The lender’s profit rose from Sh6.93 billion reported during a similar period last year, marking its strongest first-quarter performance […]

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]]> 3888 Co-op Bank Sponsors National Police Track and Field Championships https://startoday.co.ke/3890/co-op-bank-sponsors-national-police-track-and-field-championships/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-sponsors-national-police-track-and-field-championships Wed, 06 May 2026 08:03:03 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3890 The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has strengthened its support for sports development after sponsoring the 2026 National Police Service Track and Field Championships with a Sh1 million contribution. The sponsorship underscores the lender’s continued investment in community initiatives and talent development through sports. The championships bring together officers and athletes from across the country, providing […]

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]]> 3890 Co-op Bank Proposes Major Corporate Restructuring into Holding Company https://startoday.co.ke/3829/co-op-bank-proposes-major-corporate-restructuring-into-holding-company/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=co-op-bank-proposes-major-corporate-restructuring-into-holding-company Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:06:21 +0000 https://startoday.co.ke/?p=3829 The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited has announced plans for a significant corporate reorganization that will see the institution transition into a non-operating holding company structure, subject to shareholder and regulatory approval. In a public announcement issued on April 22, 2026, the bank’s Board of Directors disclosed that the proposed restructuring is intended to enhance […]

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