Khusoko

08/06/2026

You have the idea. You have the passion. What you need now is the information to act. Every day, entrepreneurs across East Africa are turning ideas into businesses — not because they are smarter, but because they know something others don't.

The right market insight at the right time changes everything.

That's exactly why Khusoko exists.
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06/06/2026

A 30-second battery swap. A 150km range. A payload of 250kg.
Yadea just launched the KIFA electric motorcycle in Kenya — designed from the ground up for boda boda operators and delivery riders.

The world's largest electric two-wheeler maker sold 16.3 million units in 2025. Now it wants Kenya's two million boda boda operators.

The question is whether scale alone can beat the local trust that Spiro, Roam, and Ampersand have spent years building.

Yadea Group, the world's largest electric two-wheeler maker with RMB 37 billion in 2025 revenue, launches its KIFA motorcycle in Kenya targeting the country's two million boda boda operators.

06/06/2026

You probably know Oraimo for saving your phone's battery or replacing your earbuds.

Now, the brand is aiming for something bigger, a permanent place in your home.

Khusoko digs into the strategy behind Oraimo's home and baby tech expansion across Africa 👇

https://khusoko.com/2026/06/04/oraimo-home-baby-tech-africa-expansion-2026/

06/06/2026

Kenya's micro, small, and medium enterprises just got a powerful new ally.

The International Trade Centre and Equity Group Holdings have joined forces in a new partnership designed to help Kenyan MSMEs access higher-value markets.

Full details on Khusoko 👇
https://khusoko.com/2026/06/02/itc-equity-group-kenya-msme-trade-partnership-2026/

06/06/2026

Kenya's private sector contracted for a third month running in May 2026 and the chief culprit is surging costs.

Khusoko unpacks the latest PMI data and what it signals for East Africa's largest economy.

Essential reading for business owners and investors alike 👇

https://khusoko.com/2026/06/04/kenya-pmi-may-2026-private-sector-contraction-costs/

06/06/2026

⚠️ If you have a loan or plan to take one — read this.

Kenya Bankers Association is advocating for a Central Bank rate hike as inflation rises. Khusoko explains what this means for your wallet and Kenya's broader economy.

Full story on the link 👇
https://khusoko.com/2026/06/05/cbk-rate-hike-june-2026-kba-inflation/

06/06/2026

A new Company Secretary at Sasini PLC and the appointment comes at a challenging time for the tea and coffee company.

Catherine Kawira steps into the role as Sasini navigates financial headwinds. What does this mean for investors and stakeholders?

Read our full report 👇
https://khusoko.com/2026/06/05/sasini-plc-catherine-kawira-company-secretary-2026/

06/06/2026

📊 Kenya Markets Weekly is here! Inflation climbed and demand for Treasury bills surged this past week.

Khusoko breaks down the key data from the Central Bank of Kenya's latest bulletin so you don't have to wade through the numbers alone.

Full analysis on the link below 👇

https://khusoko.com/2026/06/05/kenya-cbk-weekly-bulletin-june-5-2026/

06/06/2026

Leadership shifts can signal big changes. Sanlam Allianz Holdings Kenya has named a new Board Chairman and the timing is significant for Kenya's financial services sector.

Who is the new chair, and what can we expect?

https://khusoko.com/2026/06/05/sanlam-allianz-kenya-board-chairman-oduor-otieno-simba/

05/06/2026

The number that defines this week: 6.7%. Kenya's inflation hit its highest level in 17 months in May. Food prices are the primary driver, but housing and transport costs are also rising. This is the macro backdrop against which every other story this week must be read from bank earnings to household spending to the cost of that morning cup of Kenyan coffee.