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Moolah Explainers
August 27, 2026

Too many malls, Too few tenants: Why there’s a glut of malls and commercial space in Nairobi

Retail space exceeds business demand, with about 3.6 million square feet vacant in Nairobi and another 1.9 million square feet across the rest of the country. This has made it harder for malls to attract tenants and earn good retail income.

Spend It
August 25, 2026

The hidden costs of owning a car and why insurance is not your biggest expense

The moment you drive that car out of the yard, it starts losing value. And in Kenya, that's no small deal. Because of import duty, excise duty, VAT, and other levies, which together can add up to 75% to 90% on top of a vehicle's landed cost, a lot of a car's price is tax.

Earn It
August 18, 2026

The copy and paste culture of business in Kenya

Copying isn't always a bad thing. Sometimes it's simply a smart way to learn, reduce risk, and enter a market.

Spend It
August 12, 2026

Uko na loan, don’t let a loan become a groan: How to borrow responsibly

Before you borrow, ask whether the loan will help you meet a genuine need, achieve an important goal, or improve your financial situation.

Brand Capital
August 6, 2026

Making moves: How Ashley Obai earns a living through dance

Ashley Obai grew up in a culture that celebrates dance. Initially self-taught, Ashley later enrolled in professional dance classes, becoming a dancer and choreographer for some of Kenya's famous musicians, including Charisma, Nviiri, and Fena Gitu.

Spend It
August 4, 2026

Tips on getting the best from supermarket offers

From hunting for promotions to writing and following a list while shopping, these are some practical tips on how you can make the most of supermarket offers.