Pepsi bottler to open Kenya manufacturing plant by 2027

Varun Beverages, a major PepsiCo bottler, is setting up a manufacturing plant in Kenya, with construction slated for completion by Q4 2027. This move is part of the company's expansion into the Kenyan market, aiming to boost local production and investment.

Contractors Put On Notice as Govt Clear Billions in Pending Bills

The Kenyan government has cleared Ksh 177 billion in pending bills owed to contractors for road projects, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announcing that all arrears dating back to 2020 have been settled. Contractors are now on notice to strictly adhere to timelines and quality standards, with a renewed focus on accountability and performance.

Over 1,000 CEOs Issue New Demands to Ruto Over Taxation

Over 1,000 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) across Kenya have urged the government to implement key policy reforms to stimulate economic recovery, address high operating costs, and reduce taxes. Their recommendations, published in the Central Bank of Kenya’s January 2026 MPC CEOs Survey, highlight significant concerns over taxation, operational expenses, and infrastructure.

Kenya National Highways Authority demolishes roadside structures in Githurai 45

Protests Erupt in DP Kindiki’s Backyard Over Nithi Bridge Construction

Residents of Tharaka Nithi County have paralyzed the Meru-Nairobi Highway and other key roads for days, protesting the stalled reconstruction of Nithi Bridge and the neglected state of other infrastructure. The demonstrations escalated with reports of the Muthambi Sub-County offices being set ablaze, drawing condemnation from the county government.