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Lawrence Baraza
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Digital and Social Media Strategist, Metropol TV
Nairobi
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Biography
Lawrence Baraza is a prolific writer with competencies in Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Print, and Broadcast. Baraza is also a Communication Practitioner currently spearheading Digital content on Metropol TV's Digital Desk.
Human Interest Stories , Politics , Business
Content
By Lawrence Baraza| Metropol TV Verified U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has signaled the resumption of trade talks with Kenya, ending weeks of speculation about trade relations between the two nations. The talks aim for a new bilateral trade agreement as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) nears its September 2025 expiry.
By Lawrence Baraza| Metropol TV Verified Mobile money usage across Africa has doubled over the past four years, reaching over one billion registered accounts by the end of 2024, according to the GSMA’s latest report. The continent now represents 53% of all mobile money wallets globally and 56% of active users, with 286 million conducting transactions within a 30-day window. In 2024 alone, 81 billion transactions were processed across 178 services on the continent, totaling $1 trillion—an annual increase of 15%.
By Lawrence Baraza| Metropol TV Verified The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has stalled the acquisition of National Bank of Kenya (NBK) by Access Bank. This is despite approval from Kenyan authorities, including the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The delay stems from a CBN condition requiring Access Bank to divest its subsidiary in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) before proceeding, alongside a review of its London operations. This has put the deal, valued at 1.25 times NBK’s book value (approximately Sh16.2 billion), at risk.
Company Info
Metropol TV
Metropol TV Kenya is a leading business television channel launched by Metropol Corporation. It operates as a 24-hour platform dedicated to providing comprehensive credit and financial information, helping companies and individuals make informed business decisions. The channel features a variety of programming, including news, talk shows, and in-depth analysis of business trends and investment opportunities in Kenya and East Africa. The channel offers services such as detailed business news and analysis, leveraging an extensive database to provide valuable financial insights. It also focuses on educational content, showcasing wealth creators and entrepreneurs to inspire young people in the business world. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, Metropol TV serves a diverse audience, including investors and entrepreneurs seeking targeted business information.
Founded: 2019