Swala Nyeti is a Kenyan-based independent media organisation focused on delivering credible, in-depth and forward-looking journalism on business, finance, technology, empowerment and sustainability. Founded to respond to the growing demand for clear, accurate and contextual reporting, Swala Nyeti positions itself at the intersection of enterprise, policy and impact, serving decision-makers, professionals, investors and an increasingly informed general audience across Kenya and Africa. At its core, Swala Nyeti exists to tell Africa’s economic and development story with clarity and purpose. The platform goes beyond headline news to unpack how markets move, how policy decisions shape livelihoods, and how innovation and capital are transforming societies. Its coverage spans corporate developments, capital markets, banking, energy, agribusiness, digital economy trends and sustainability, with a deliberate emphasis on relevance, accuracy and long-term perspective. The organisation’s mission is to empower readers with information that enables better decision-making — whether in business, investment, public policy or personal finance. Swala Nyeti is driven by the belief that informed citizens and institutions are essential to building resilient economies and accountable governance. As such, its journalism is anchored in facts, balanced analysis and responsible storytelling, avoiding sensationalism while remaining accessible to a broad audience. Swala Nyeti also seeks to amplify African voices and perspectives in global conversations around growth, climate action, innovation and inclusion. Through partnerships with corporates, financial institutions, development actors and thought leaders, the platform provides a credible space for dialogue on issues shaping Kenya and the wider continent. Beyond its flagship digital publication, Swala Nyeti continues to expand its brand through multimedia content, podcasts (The Swala Nyeti Podcast) and thematic platforms such as Green Pulse (greenpulse.co.ke), its sustainability-focused publication. Together, these initiatives reflect Swala Nyeti’s long-term ambition: to become a trusted reference point for business and impact journalism in Africa, while contributing meaningfully to economic literacy, sustainability and inclusive growth.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Year the organization started publishing:
2021
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
International
Countries of coverage:
Kenya
Other
South Africa
Other countries of coverage:

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Technology
Sports
Economy and business
Health and well-being
Society and human rights
Entrepreneurship
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Reviews
Interviews and reporting
Opinion
Investigative journalism
Narrative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Messaging service
Social media platforms
Podcast
YouTube
Telegram
WhatsApp
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok
LinkedIn

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
5,600
Twitter number of followers:
1,953
Instagram number of followers:
226
YouTube number of followers:
1,060
Tiktok number of followers:
9,672

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Mac Otani
Directors:
Farah Naman - Editorial George Kamau - Writer/Social

Team

Full-time employees:
2
Part-time employees:
4
Freelancers or consultants:
2
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit

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