Dividend Investing on the NSE: Why Ziidi Trader Works for Income (and Fights Day Trading)
A practical, detailed guide to dividend investing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), how dividend schedules work, how taxes affect...
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KPC IPO Update: Offer Hits Sh106.3B Target, Turns Oversubscribed as Uganda Locks 20.15% Stake
Kenya Pipeline’s IPO has reached the Sh106.3B target and is now oversubscribed, with institutions driving demand. Here’s what happens nex...
Kenya Pipeline IPO Extended: Is KPC Overpriced at KSh 9?
Kenya Pipeline IPO has been extended amid slower subscription at KSh 9.00. Is KPC overpriced? Here’s what the extension means for investo...
Complete Beginner Guide to Investing in Kenya (2026 Step-by-Step)
A complete 2026 beginner guide to investing in Kenya. Learn how to invest in MMFs, NSE shares, Treasury Bills, Bonds, and REITs step-by-s...
NSE Settlement Explained: What T+3 Means (and Why Ziidi Trader Won’t Trade on Weekends)
A plain-English guide to how NSE trades actually settle after you click Buy/Sell in Ziidi Trader—what T+3 means, what happens between tra...
Ziidi Trader Fees Explained: Real Trade Cost Examples (2026)
Ziidi Trader fees are reported around ~1.5% per trade. Here’s what that means in real shillings, how much price movement you need to brea...
Kenya Government Bonds (Treasury Bonds): How They Work, Returns, Taxes, and How to Buy on DhowCSD
A complete, practical guide to Kenya Treasury bonds: how coupons and yields work, taxes, bond types (FXD/IFB/zero coupon), CBK auction pr...
Ziidi Trader Safaricom: How to Buy and Sell NSE Shares on M-PESA (Complete 2026 Guide)
Ziidi Trader by Safaricom allows Kenyans to buy and sell NSE shares directly through the M-PESA app. Learn how Ziidi Trader works, whethe...
How to Evaluate a REIT Before Investing: A Practical Guide for Kenyan Investors
A clear, practical guide to evaluating a Kenyan REIT before investing covering occupancy, debt, fees, distributions, and what really matt...
REITs vs MMFs vs Bonds vs Equities in Kenya: How to Choose What Fits You
A clear, practical comparison of REITs, money market funds, bonds, and equities in Kenya — explaining how each works, where they fit, and...
How to Invest in a Kenyan REIT: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners (2026)
A practical, plain-English walkthrough of how to invest in a Kenyan REIT in 2026 — from opening a CDS account to buying, earning distribu...
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Kenya: A Comprehensive Investor Guide
A neutral, in-depth guide to REITs in Kenya—how they work, regulation, types, risks, taxes, and how to evaluate them as an investor.
Ziidi Trader vs Money Market Funds in Kenya: Which Is Better for New Investors?
A clear comparison of Ziidi Trader and money market funds in Kenya, covering risk, returns, liquidity, and which option suits different i...
Ziidi Trader by Safaricom: How M-PESA Is Opening the NSE to Everyday Investors
Ziidi Trader allows Kenyans to buy and sell NSE shares directly from M-PESA, removing CDS barriers, lowering costs, and reshaping retail ...
Money Market Funds in Kenya (2026 Guide): How MMFs Work, Current Yields, Risks, and How to Choose One
A practical 2026 guide to money market funds (MMFs) in Kenya—how they work, what drives yields, key risks, and a checklist for choosing t...
Kenya Pipeline IPO: Risks, Benefits, and What Investors Need to Know
A practical breakdown of the Kenya Pipeline IPO, covering offer price, timeline, key risks, and what Kenyan investors should realisticall...