Okash Is The Most Downloaded App in Kenya

Monday, May 18, 2026

Home Tags Okash

Lifestyle

Okash Is The Most Downloaded App in Kenya

Special Correspondent - May 8, 2018

Kenya’s mobile lending app Okash has topped the list of the most downloaded app on Google Play Store, signalling the growing prominence of mobile...

MOST POPULAR

“The strong performance was supported by the increased frequency of government bond reopenings in the primary market, which boosted activity in the secondary market,” NSE said in a statement. The exchange also recorded a sharp rise in derivatives activity, with total contracts increasing by 698 percent from 6,683 to 53,333. Open interest peaked at 7,620 contracts valued at Sh27.9 million, up from 638 contracts valued at Sh20.5 million in 2024. This growth was driven by the listing of new contracts, including KPLC, LBTY, KEGN, BRIT and KNRE, as well as the introduction of a new market maker. The Board of Directors has recommended a first and final dividend of Sh1.00 per share, comprising an ordinary dividend of Sh0.73 and a special dividend of Sh0.27. The payout is set for July 31, 2026, to shareholders on record as of May 21, 2026.

NSE profit jumps 134pc to Sh272.2mn

March 27, 2026

5 Reasons to Consider Payroll Outsourcing

September 9, 2025

Why foreign investments are important for Africa’s economic growth

November 4, 2020

Paymentology and Boya Simplify Expenses for Kenyan Corporates

August 15, 2023

HOT NEWS

Main Story

Kwara wins final pitch at Norrsken Impact Accelerator

News

COCA-COLA APPOINTS NEW GENERAL MANAGER, EAST & CENTRAL AFRICA FRANCHISE

Feature

Valery Aiyabei and Mathew Kimali win Safaricom Iten 10km Road Race

Gadgets

Oppo Partners with Lipa Later for Oppo 7

EDITOR PICKS

DHL Expands Heavy Cargo Service

May 14, 2026

As global carbon markets shift from rule‑setting to real transactions, with Article 6 mechanisms advancing and compliance‑driven demand such as CORSIA coming into sharper focus, attention is turning to where credible supply and policy certainty can be delivered at scale. For Africa, this marks a transition from carbon market readiness to delivery. Against this backdrop, the Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS) 2026 will take place from 13–15 October 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda, bringing together policymakers, investors, buyers, project developers and market enablers at a pivotal moment for global carbon markets. The Summit is delivered with the support of the Ministry of Environment of Rwanda, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and AUDA‑NEPAD, and with support from private sector partners such as SGS and Anthesis. Rwanda has emerged as one of Africa’s most advanced carbon market jurisdictions, with active engagement under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and a strong focus on mobilising climate finance. “Rwanda has made a deliberate choice to position carbon markets as a tool for climate action, investment mobilisation and long-term development,” said Dr. Bernadette Arakwiye, Minister of Environment, Rwanda. “Hosting CMAS 2026 reflects our commitment to building credible and investable carbon projects that deliver real value for our economy, communities and climate goals.” At a continental level, carbon markets are increasingly seen as a strategic financing mechanism for development. “The Summit provides a timely platform for African countries to shape the future of carbon markets in line with the continent’s development priorities, and reflects the growing momentum to build credible, high-integrity markets that deliver real value”, said Olufunso Somorin, Regional Principal Officer, Climate Change and Green Growth Programme, African Development Bank. “The Bank remains committed to working with our countries and partners to strengthen the policy, regulatory, and institutional frameworks needed to scale carbon markets, attract investments, and ensure Africa is well-positioned in global carbon markets.” “As Africa transitions to a low‑carbon economy, the mobilisation of private capital is needed at scale to support climate mitigation activities and build climate‑resilient infrastructure,” said Kumesh Naidoo, Carbon Markets Lead at the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA). “As a regional DFI, the DBSA recognises the importance of carbon markets as a climate finance tool and has intentionally stepped forward to support their development through carbon financial instruments, capacitation support and the building of a robust carbon project pipeline. Partnering with CMAS 2026 provides the DBSA with a platform to advance these objectives.” CMAS 2026 is held under the theme: “Africa’s Carbon Markets on the Global Stage: Delivering a Strong Pipeline of Projects, Capital and Transactions at Scale”. As scrutiny on carbon market integrity intensifies, Africa’s carbon assets are increasingly viewed as tools for financing development and strengthening economic sovereignty. “High‑quality carbon markets offer Africa a unique opportunity to translate its vast natural capital into tangible economic value – mobilising finance at scale while empowering countries to pursue development pathways that are both sustainable and sovereign,” said Maxwell Gomera, UNDP Resident Representative in South Africa and Director of the Africa Sustainable Finance Hub. Designed as a market‑enabling platform, CMAS 2026 focuses on alignment between policy, capital and delivery. “We are deliberately shifting the focus from readiness to delivery,” said Emmanuelle Nicholls, Group Director: Green Economy at VUKA Group, the Summit organisers. “CMAS brings policy, capital and projects into the same space to support real transactions and long‑term market credibility.” The programme includes Article 6 and CORSIA workshops, investor and buyer roundtables, curated project presentations, deal rooms and solution‑labs addressing key bottlenecks such as early‑stage finance, MRV capacity and authorisation in practice. Ministerial roundtable and targeted networking formats support coordination and commercial outcomes. Register: https://apo-opa.co/49Kcmpy Get involved: https://apo-opa.co/3R8m6DR

Africa Powers Carbon Market Delivery

May 14, 2026

Strengthening Africa’s Export Finance Future

May 14, 2026

Third Africa Islamic Finance Forum Confirmed for Nigeria March 2018

March 23, 2018

EABL signs lease deal for office space in upcoming Garden City...

March 14, 2018

Facebook Introduces Messenger Rooms and More ways to connect

April 27, 2020

Tag: Okash

Okash Is The Most Downloaded App in Kenya

MOST POPULAR

NSE profit jumps 134pc to Sh272.2mn

5 Reasons to Consider Payroll Outsourcing

Why foreign investments are important for Africa’s economic growth

Paymentology and Boya Simplify Expenses for Kenyan Corporates

HOT NEWS

Kwara wins final pitch at Norrsken Impact Accelerator

COCA-COLA APPOINTS NEW GENERAL MANAGER, EAST & CENTRAL AFRICA FRANCHISE

Valery Aiyabei and Mathew Kimali win Safaricom Iten 10km Road Race

Oppo Partners with Lipa Later for Oppo 7

EDITOR PICKS

DHL Expands Heavy Cargo Service

Africa Powers Carbon Market Delivery

Strengthening Africa’s Export Finance Future

POPULAR POSTS

Third Africa Islamic Finance Forum Confirmed for Nigeria March 2018

EABL signs lease deal for office space in upcoming Garden City...

Facebook Introduces Messenger Rooms and More ways to connect

POPULAR CATEGORY