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  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    CBK shores up State coffers with Sh4 billion dividend

    The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has paid a Sh4 billion dividend to the National Treasury in what is expected to boost revenues for the cash-strapped Exchequer. CBK said it paid the money on September 16 to the Consolidated Fund, which was a share of its …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    Shilling surges for 6th day running

    Thursday, November 21, 2019 22:00 By GEOFFREY IRUNGU Central Bank of Kenya building in Nairobi. CBK’s aggressive mop-up of excess liquidity has boosted the shilling. FILE PHOTO | NMG  The Kenyan shilling surged for the sixth straight day against the dollar …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    EDITORIAL: Fill audit office vacancy

    Thursday, November 21, 2019 22:00 By EDITORIAL Former Edward Ouko. FILE PHOTO | NMG  Six government-owned corporations have so far failed to meet a deadline to publish their financial results for the year ended June due to a vacancy in the Auditor-General’ …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    Few prospects for real estate in an ‘expanding’ economy

    A week ago, the Central Bank of Kenya released the 2018 Bank Supervision Report that painted a rosy picture of the country’s banking industry. However, the real estate sector had little to celebrate. For yet another year, banks preferred to do business …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    Six State firms miss results deadline due to auditor-general vacancy

    Thursday, November 21, 2019 11:15 By EDWIN MUTAI Nairobi Securities Exchange. FILE PHOTO | NMG  Six State-controlled institutions, including three companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), have failed to meet a deadline to publish their …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 21, 2019

    Is Nairobi going the Dubai way?

    Sixty years ago Dubai was no more than a small port city that hardly made a mark. It was a haunt of the Bedouin people and their camels. Diving for pearls was their key commercial occupation. Proceeds from pearl diving expeditions were enough to feed the …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Nov 20, 2019

    Shilling at 23-week high against dollar

    Wednesday, November 20, 2019 22:00 By GEOFFREY IRUNGU Central Bank of Kenya building in Nairobi. CBK says the shilling is appreciating with increased capital inflows. FILE PHOTO | NMG  The Kenyan shilling strengthened to a 23-week high against the dollar …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 20, 2019

    Museveni, Fowler, tax experts ponder future of African revenue

    …as ATAF gives Africa extra $300m tax in 2 years By TOM CHIAHEMEN – Ugandan President, Youweri Kaguta Museveni, has kicked against the taxation of production in Africa, calling instead  for the taxation of consumption, property and greater attention to …

    Source: National Accord
  • Published on Nov 19, 2019

    Banks forex deposits dip Sh12bn on amnesty lapse

    Tuesday, November 19, 2019 21:20 By CHARLES MWANIKI The deposits dropped to Sh608 billion from Sh620 billion. AFP PHOTO   Foreign currency deposits held in local commercial banks dropped by an equivalent of Sh12.3 billion between June and August, …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 19, 2019

    We want stronger Controller of Budget to clip Treasury’s claws

    By JAINDI KISERO More by this Author We still don’t have a Controller of Budget. Nor do we an Auditor-General. This is several months after the holders of these important constitutional offices exited. One can argue that the appointment of the Auditor- …

    Source: DAILY NATION
  • Published on Nov 19, 2019

    Equity to acquire DRC bank at $105m

    By JAMES ANYANZWA More by this Author Regional lender Equity Group is in the final stages of completing its takeover of the Banque commercial du Congo, (BCDC). This follows an agreement with the majority shareholder—George Arthur Forrest and family—to …

    Source: The East African
  • Published on Nov 19, 2019

    Equity in share purchase agreement for Congolese bank

    Equity Bank has proposed to acquire 66.53 per cent issued shares of a Congolese bank (Banque Commerciale du Congo) The share purchase agreement with George Arthur Forest will enable the Kenyan lender to amalgamate the business of Banque Commerciale du …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Nov 18, 2019

    Demand for T-bills falls to one-year low

    Monday, November 18, 2019 22:00 By CONSTANT MUNDA The National Treasury building in Nairobi. FILE PHOTO | NMG  Demand for the government short-term debt fell to the lowest level in more than a year after uncapping loan rates despite return on three- and …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 18, 2019

    Wealthy Kenyans move money from small banks

    Monday, November 18, 2019 10:30 By PATRICK ALUSHULA Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) building in Nairobi. FILE PHOTO | NMG  Wealthy savers moved their cash from small banks in the three years that followed three mid-sized lenders being placed under receivership …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 18, 2019

    Ex-minister Mwatela sues Mombasa for Sh25m in land sale deal

    By PHILIP MUYANGA More by this Author A former assistant minister and his wife have asked a court to compel Mombasa County to pay them Sh25 million, being the agreed buying price for a 2.5-acre parcel of land. Mr Calist Mwatela and his wife Jacinta Mwatela …

    Source: Nation
  • Published on Nov 18, 2019

    ‘Broke’ Kenyans push bad loans to Sh342b

    Bad loans surged to Sh342.2 billion in August as firms and households continued to grapple with a tough business environment. This saw the non-performing loans (NPLs) - credit for which principal or interest has not been paid for 90 days or more - as a …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Nov 17, 2019

    CBK rejects vulture fund’s Imperial bid Bank

    Sunday, November 17, 2019 22:00 By VICTOR JUMA Imperial Bank depositors in a demonstration in the past. FILE PHOTO | NMG  The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has rejected a controversial bid by a Canadian private equity firm that proposed to take over the …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 17, 2019

    Insurers, saccos flock to CRBs for client reviews

    Sunday, November 17, 2019 22:00 By CONSTANT MUNDA Mobile lenders are some of those keen on credit history. FILE PHOTO | NMG  The number of non-bank firms registered with credit reference bureaus (CRBs) to start reporting credit status of clients increased …

    Source: Business Daily
  • Published on Nov 17, 2019

    Public debt is essential for functioning of government, economy

    By SUNDAY NATION TEAM More by this Author 1. What do you make of the recent wave of layoffs that have hit companies and what does that say about the state of the economy? Fred W. Mukasi, Nairobi The layoffs are not a widespread phenomenon. As the 2019 …

    Source: Nation
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PLASTIVISION ARABIA 2019

Date: 25-Nov-19 to 28-Nov-19
PLASTIC PRODUCTS AND PROCESSING, FILLING & PACKAGING, RAW MATERIALS, AUXILIARIES, SERVICES FOR THE PLASTICS AND RUBBER INDUSTRY, The event has become the leading platform to showcase the latest machineries and global manufacturing trends. It gives the regional plastic processors an opportunity to source the complete range of plastic converting requirements – from raw materials, additives, molds & machinery. The GCC packaging market is one of the fastest growing sectors in the manufacturing industry in the Middle East. Over the last decade, manufacturers have seen the benefit of bulk import & repackaging from the GCC given the tax-free, cheaper manufacturing costs and re-export advantage. The GCC is now the largest re-export market for Food & Beverages, pharmaceuticals ...

LEAP HR: Construction

Date: 02-Dec-19 to 04-Dec-19
Location: Dallas / United States
LEAP HR: Construction is the definitive annual event for HR leaders from all parts of the industry to find out what needs to be in the construction HR toolbox of the future. Uncover the new thinking you need to apply to attract, retain and develop the next generation of field talent, manage the needs of an evolving workforce, and inspire the construction business leaders of tomorrow. Amongst the leaps we’ll be putting under the spotlight: - Redesigning traditional recruitment strategies to attract multigenerational & diverse craft talent to your - Leveraging innovative technology to attract, engage & develop top field - Revamping benefits packages to unlock culture change, re-energize your workforce & transform employee - Rethinking how we ...

Advancing Enterprise Risk Management

Date: 02-Dec-19 to 04-Dec-19
Location: Miami / United States
The Advancing Construction Enterprise Risk Management Summit is where finance, risk and insurance professionals will share best practices in mitigating significant macro-level risks to the firm. From economic trends and managing subcontractors to standardizing safety processes and purchasing suitable insurance, you’ll ensure your firm is protected for whatever lies ahead. This meeting is the latest addition to the highly acclaimed Advancing Construction series and is your opportunity to benchmark best practices with industry leaders. Highlights for the 2019 event include: - Insight from economic experts on the current economic cycle and the severity of the next downturn to prepare your firm for what’s to - Case studies in how to diversify, reduce risk and prepare your firm for the ...

Waters USA

Date: 03-Dec-19 to 03-Dec-19
Location: New York / United States
Waters USA will bring together the brightest minds across Capital Markets to help: Move from the theory of new technology to its implementation Advising you on how to lower operating costs Comply with the regulatory environment Ensuring you are up to date with the newest technologies.

LEAP TA: Life Sciences 2019

Date: 03-Dec-19 to 04-Dec-19
Location: Boston / United States
LEAP TA: Life Sciences is a unique opportunity designed for anyone with a stake in talent acquisition at the heart of biopharma businesses of all sizes. Regardless of the size or state of your life sciences organization, this is the only forum committed to examining the genuine future-focused recruitment strategies enabling innovative life sciences organizations to beat the talent shortage today and build the biopharma workforce of tomorrow. Discover how to keep top candidates engaged, attract quality talent faster and deliver superior outcomes for candidates and patients alike. ************************************************************* Early Bird Pricing and Group Discounts Please see website for more *************************************************************...

Quant Summit Asia

Date: 03-Dec-19 to 03-Dec-19
Location: Singapore / Singapore
Quant Summit Asia will bring together top quants to deliver their latest research and insights on the latest in quantitative finance. Key themes include: Machine Learning in pricing, risk management, and more Portfolio Construction Initial Margin / MVA / CVA Smart Beta / Factor Investing LIBOR reform Model risk, quantum computing Volatility modelling and products Super early bird rates end October 4, 2019 View our programme here: https://events.risk.net/quantsummitasia/programme

ELEV8 Las Vegas - Blockchain & Digital Asset Conference - December 9-11

Date: 09-Dec-19 to 11-Dec-19
Location: Las Vegas / United States
Are you ready to build partnerships that will change the face of healthcare technology? ELEV8 Health will host a series of executive-level Summits that bring together top industry thought leaders to discuss challenges, solutions and best practices for integrating blockchain technology into the healthcare landscape. About ELEV8? ELEV8’s vision is that blockchain, cryptocurrencies, digital assets, and new emerging technologies create a more interconnected economic global ecosystem, working to eliminate barriers to growth and creating increased value for stakeholders across all industries. We believe blockchain and future technologies will serve as the foundation for new economic systems which are more efficient, open, and accessible. Our mission is to enable that progress with industry ...

Small Business Expo 2019 - HOUSTON (December 10, 2019)

Date: 10-Dec-19 to 10-Dec-19
Location: Houston / United States
Small Business Expo is America’s BIGGEST Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and anyone that works for a Small Business or who is inspired to start their own Business. Small Business Expo has been recognized four years in a row as an Inc 5000 fastest-growing privately held company celebrating its Eleventh Year Anniversary. Our focus is on targeted learning, networking, building valuable new business relationships & finding top vendors that help Business Owners take strategic action to immediately improve their Small Business. At this FREE one-day event hosted in 17 Major US Cities, over 75,000 passionate Business Owners will connect, network with vendors in various industries, and learn from the best ...

Blockchain - A Practical, Strategic & Commercial Guide

Date: 11-Dec-19 to 12-Dec-19
Location: London / United Kingdom
Developments in the FinTech space are transforming financial services and blockchain and distributed ledger technology is at the forefront of this revolution. Both The Wall Street Journal and The Economist have described it as technology that could change the world. Blockchain offers banks, asset managers and other organisations the potential to achieve considerable cost savings, efficiencies and resilience in relation to their payment and payment execution systems. These are developments that no senior executive can afford to ignore. Gaining a foothold at this early stage is vital in shaping the technology strategies of the future. This course provides a grounded and organisationally relevant introduction to blockchain and related cryptocurrency technology. Starting from first ...
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