PRIME Why gold, steel and cocoa are winning investors' attention A Global Market Outlook report released in December 2025, warns that the global economy is still vulnerable to inflation shocks, geopolitical disruptions and the uneven growth.
PRIME Why you shouldn’t ditch MMFs amid the falling returns As investors move away from MMFs in search of higher returns, they often underestimate the risks they are taking on.
PRIME Why parents are rethinking education savings under CBE According to financial advisers, some parents are reconsidering the adequacy and timing of their education savings as expenses accumulate earlier than they once did.
PRIME 2026 investments: Where to put your money this year Common pitfalls for Kenyan investors include following the crowd without understanding the investments.
PRIME The quiet shift in investment and borrowing Financial industry players say that this cautious start is their fear of money shortage as firms weigh the uncertainty against the need to survive and grow in the months ahead.
PRIME Investing in 2026? Start smart, not scared Investing isn’t just for the wealthy or financially savvy. It’s a journey anyone can begin with the right mindset and knowledge.
PRIME The biggest money mistakes that still haunt Kenyan CEOs Perhaps the most fitting line for any CEO, “Take some risks because being a CEO, you’re already a risk taker.”
PRIME Retirement planning: How small top-ups become big pension The pension sector is now moving toward more inclusive and flexible products that meet modern financial realities.
PRIME Marriage and business: Is your firm's foundation built on a prenuptial agreement? Kenya’s Matrimonial Property Act defines what's a contribution into matrimonial property. Contribution doesn’t mean money only. Both financial and non-financial contributions count.
PRIME The 72-hour wish: Why your burial Will may not go as you planned Many Kenyans believe that writing burial wishes in a will makes them legally enforceable. This understanding is incorrect.
PRIME Why even six-figure earners are saying, ‘Not yet’ to marriage Naomi Kihuga, a financial advisor and wealth management consultant, frames the hesitation many Kenyan men feel toward marriage as less about romance and more about risk.
PRIME Finance baby steps: When to add a child to your debit card A debit card, when carefully monitored, becomes a tool for teaching money management.
PRIME Four times your salary: What it really take to protect those you love While age may set the grounds, everything, from pre-existing medical conditions, income stability, education, and lifestyle choices can change your life cover.
PRIME Judge defies succession customs, grants burial wish to second wife's family The judge reminded wrangling family members that a burial dispute has no bearing whatsoever on rights under the law of succession.
PRIME Court rules men can inherit their wives’ wealth too, but it has a unique twist And so, for decades, many widowers have simply walked away, leaving behind property they may have built together, lost in a legal fog. Until Mungai came.
PRIME How do changes in government policies impact how much we earn, save and spend? Tax changes have the most direct effect on your income from tax rates, tax cuts, tax levies, and value-added tax (VAT). For salaried workers, an increase in income tax rates reduces the net salary.
PRIME Tough balance of handling financial windfall A windfall presents a major dilemma for many people, who must navigate complex, life-changing financial and personal decisions.
Why every adult needs to write a will…even in your 20s The moment you own a bank account, have money in M-Pesa, or even livestock, you already have an estate worth planning for.
PRIME How to access your pension savings upon retirement There is no one-size-fits-all. Your decision should reflect your personal needs, spending habits, health outlook, and financial literacy.
PRIME Due diligence: How do I know if my money is safe in a sacco? According to the Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (Sasra) 2023 supervision report, Kenya’s deposit-taking and regulated saccos hold Sh971.96 billion, and the member deposits grew by 10...
PRIME Should young Kenyans raid their pension to buy houses? The beauty of a pension plan lies in its tax incentives and compounding growth.
PRIME Property or equity? Where to invest to earn best returns Investment experts weigh in on the returns and risks of both vehicles, and on which investment route could yield better returns for your money.
PRIME Investment: Why purpose beats timing the market One of the investments favoured by young people is Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and digital coins for their high returns.
PRIME The 25:50:25 money rule: A smarter way to invest your money Consequently, macroeconomic decisions like those from the Monetary Policy Committee also influence what return you will get from your investment.
PRIME Here's how to future-proof your investment portfolio The biggest financial risk most people take is not one of picking the wrong stock or investing in a dodgy venture.
