Keroche Breweries is facing the auction of its property over Sh22 million owed to 16 former employees after losing court cases due to unlawful dismissals.

• Sh22 million is the total debt owed to former employees.
• Key parties involved are Keroche Breweries, led by CEO Tabitha Karanja, and 16 former employees.
• An attempt to auction the company's movable property was thwarted by police in Naivasha.

The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) is seeking to expand its regulatory powers to cover emerging digital markets and virtual assets through the proposed Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

• The current Competition Act is deemed insufficient to address sectors like cryptocurrencies and digital services.
• CAK Director General David Kemei stated the bill aims to strengthen enforcement and align Kenya's competition regime with global digital economy developments.
• Proposed amendments would also empower CAK to address abuse of superior bargaining position, even in competitive markets, to protect smaller businesses and foster innovation.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has introduced new regulations mandating a minimum one-year warranty for electronic communication devices sold in Kenya.

• The new rules apply to phones, laptops, smart TVs, tablets, and commercial networking equipment.
• Vendors are now legally required to provide warranties and return policies.
• Online sellers must provide verifiable contact information, and all sales require official receipts detailing product specifics and warranty period.