Nothing is as frustrating as being in another country and unable to send cash hope to support your family, friends, and associates. Of course, there are various options that one …
With the festive season just around the corner, there is a new addition to Mombasa’s bustling hospitality industry. The newly-opened Premium Inn, a sophisticated business hotel, is situated on Haile …
To mark the start of the global sixteen days of activism against gender activism, a campaign dubbed “Activate Nairobi” was launched at an event at the University of Nairobi with …
Emirates has today announced the return of its popular My Emirates Holiday Pass. Starting from 1st November 2023 to 31st March 2024, My Emirates Pass enables customers to use their …
Endeavor Kenya, a non-profit organization that supports high-impact entrepreneurs, has launched its inaugural cohort-based initiative for high-growth founders, the ScaleUp Program. The program will identify ten high-growth ventures based in …
OPPO has launched its new A-series smartphone – the OPPO A18 – in Kenya. Featuring a large 5,000mAh battery and powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 with ample memory and …
Five thousand three hundred (5,300) small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have graduated from Google’s Hustle Academy. This milestone underscores their dedication to improving business acumen and skill sets. The graduation …
Let us face it. Healthcare is not cheap in Kenya. Although the government is trying to make it affordable, it is still out of reach for millions of Kenyans. For …
Farming in Kenya is the easiest way to make money, not just money, but a lot of money. But most people often get it wrong. Everyone can do farming in …
Trade is a fundamental enabler of sustainable development, inclusive growth, and poverty reduction. By facilitating the exchange of goods and services, trade sustains businesses, and creates jobs and livelihoods. To …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has reported net earnings of Kshs.12.3 billion for the nine months ended 30 September 2023, a 15% increase over the same period last year, driven by …
In the UAE Year of Sustainability, and at the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) held in Dubai, eight founding entities announced the launch of the “Air-CRAFT” …
With the Christmas season and the new year just around the corner, this would be the best time to treat yourself or your loved ones by buying a new smartphone. …
AL IS ON Production, an esteemed powerhouse in cinematic excellence proudly introduces its crowning Siri Drama Series to the world stage. The captivating and beloved “Siri Drama Series,” spanning four …
As Kenyan enterprises continue to transform and invest in enterprise IT and digital technologies, there is high demand for the skills and talent needed to sustain that transformation. IT is …
In Kenya, where technological advancements are rapidly embraced, LG Electronics (LG) is making significant strides in catering to the evolving needs of consumers. The introduction of the new webOS Hub …
The Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) and international nonprofit TechnoServe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see micro-retailers across Kenya benefit from financial empowerment, advisory services, …
Dr. Aysha Edwards has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of AAR Hospital, effective Thursday 9th November 2023. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Edwards steps into this …
Property developer, Mi Vida Homes, has commenced construction of its three key projects, namely Amaiya and 237 GC anchored within Nairobi’s Garden City Development and KEZA in Riruta, as it …
The Board of Directors of Family Bank has announced that Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Mbithi will be transitioning from the bank after a five-year term at the …
Tanzania’s drive to industrialize its sunflower sector has stumbled for the 2023/2024 growing season on a deal to bulk-source high-yield seeds for the country’s one million sunflower farmers. The deal, …
Imagine opening a bank account where you get access to everything from savings, loans, investments, and insurance to rewards without any hustle. Imagine having such an account that does not …
A video has emerged of how crooked Kenyans are using mobile apps to generate fake M-Pesa messages to avoid paying bills amounting to thousands of shillings in bars, clubs, and …
Jambojet, Africa’s leading low-cost airline, has announced a new route from Mombasa to Zanzibar, set to commence operations in July 2024. The Mombasa – Zanzibar route comes with the advent …
Old Mutual Health has launched the innovative Pharmacy First service in partnership with Haltons Pharmacy and Goodlife Pharmacy. These strategic partnerships are set to revolutionize how primary healthcare is accessed …
Celebrated Kenyan chef, Maliha Mohammed has achieved the Guinness World Record for the longest solo cooking session. Maliha claimed the longest cooking marathon (individual) award after clocking 150 hours, 11 seconds, …
The Work Injury Benefits Act (WIBA), enacted in 2007 in Kenya, plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being of both individuals and businesses. This legislation is designed to compensate …
Kenyan culinary star, Maliha Mohammed, is gearing up for a groundbreaking attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest solo cooking session. With the clock at 245pm EAT …
The world economy is in a state of uncertainty characterized by rising inflation attributed to the lingering impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on global supply chains and the protracted conflict …
The Aga Khan University’s Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health, East Africa (CoEWCH EA) has handed over health equipment valued at KES 2 million to Pumwani Maternity Hospital …
Standard Chartered has rolled out wide-ranging changes to its employee benefits program in line with its continued ambition to create a dynamic and attractive place to work. As a first …
Forty business leaders from across East, Central, and Southern Africa (18 Kenyans and others from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Madagascar, and other countries in the region) were awarded certificates of completion by …
Virtually everyone who owns a smartphone today at least owns or still has a Mulika Mwizi. There is no doubt about that. Mulika Mwizi was the king of mobile phone invention, …
Introducing FairKash+, your ultimate financial ally and a premier online lending platform dedicated to providing swift loans for individuals requiring immediate financial support. We understand that when unexpected expenses arise, …
As Kenyans continue to struggle with tough economic times, coupled with the high cost of living, as well as that of doing business, Kenya’s largest Sacco, Stima Sacco, has come …
War has been raging in Sudan for almost 7 months and details of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) brutality in Darfur have been hard to come by. In an exclusive …
Kenyans from all walks of life will have access to more pension savings products that cater to their diverse financial needs and adapt to the ever-changing economic landscape. This is …
Two Kenyan schools including Rusinga School, and Crawford International School have partnered with CNN to produce stories showing how people living in urban areas can have a huge impact on …
The month of November is often referred to as the “Black Friday” month. Some just call it The Black November. It is the only month in a year that most …
In every corner of Kenya, the heartbeat of local economies can be found in the unassuming but vital structures known as Dukas. These small shops, often overlooked, play a monumental …
Africa’s leading fintech, Flutterwave, has expanded its remittance services to Malawi with a new International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) license with a promise of capitalizing on tech to enhance transactions …
I wish I had the power to go back in time. To go back to that young age when life was so sweet, apart from poverty of course, but with …
Microsoft has introduced around 100 new services and updates as part of its AI-forward strategy, including key developments within its productivity and security offerings. The announcements were made at Microsoft …
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP), World Bank, and Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) have today announced a new partnership to develop and implement an Investment Facilitation Framework and Foreign Direct …
Africa’s global bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has been named the African Champion of the Year 2023 at the just concluded Africa Financial Industry Summit, held in Lome, …
HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, announces today the updated Nokia 105. This line of features is one of the most sold phones in the world. With a 25% …
The Head of Sales and Partnerships for pan-African payment infrastructure company, Kora, Adetola Oloke, has highlighted the crucial role of fintechs in driving financial inclusion across Africa, at the Africa …
In every Kenyan neighborhood, the humble Duka stands as a cornerstone of community life. Today, we celebrate not just these small shops but the launch of a transformative initiative – …
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced a massive US$950 million investment to build a new ultra-modern engineering facility at Dubai World Central (DWC). Spread over 1 million square …
Africa’s leading integrated communications agency, 3 Verse (3VR) has triumphed in a hotly contested global pitch for East African tech giant Safaricom. The agency was appointed as the lead creative …
Let us face it. Women, just like love, make the world go round. How would the world be without women? Women are the mothers of the universe, the beauty of …
Absa Bank Kenya’s ongoing commitment to making a positive environmental impact through sustainable lending practices was recognized by the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) during the seventh edition of the SFI …
They say we grow by learning and we grow more by teaching what we have. Maybe this applied in academia and the teaching world, but not within a surrounding of …
Eight years after entering the streaming market in Africa, Showmax is gearing up for its biggest year yet. The African streaming service is relaunching in February 2024 with a brand-new …
Sophos released its Active Adversary Report for Security Practitioners, which found that telemetry logs were missing in nearly 42% of the attack cases studied. In 82% of these cases, cybercriminals …
The term “AI” has been used in computer science since the 1950s, but most people outside the industry didn’t start talking about it until the end of 2022. That’s because …
In anticipation of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28), Crtve Development, in collaboration with the African Youth Collaboration Assembly (AYCA) and the Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya, hosted …
We experience life with people in three ways: when we sit down with them to have a meal, when we marry them, and when we travel together. Traveling with sound …
Kenchic has now been recognized by the International Poultry Council (IPC) as the first African organization to successfully adopt the council’s antimicrobial stewardship principles. This milestone achievement showcases Kenchic’s unwavering …
In a move aimed at enhancing continuous access to affordable, flexible, and convenient credit amid the ongoing credit crunch, Kenya’s largest non-bank lender by market share, Tala, has introduced a …
Initially, once you bought airtime via M-Pesa by accident, that was it. However much the amount, you had to either devise a way to sell that airtime or just use …
TAQA Dalbit has announced the commissioning of Tanzania’s first integrated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Filling Station and Conversion Center branded “Master Gas” located at Pugu Road-Airport Area in Dar es …
Zimele Asset Management has launched a new digital administrative and investment solution that will not only offer chamas attractive investment returns but will also give the members greater control and …
Global Technology Company Epson, today unveiled a study that indicates technology is a key component in the fight against climate change. Epson’s Regional Head for East and West Africa Mukesh Bector …
iZola has today launched Xaidi App, a new digital health helper that seeks to empower special needs children and their families by enabling them to navigate their day-to-day life challenges …
Mental health experts and neuroscientists have convened in Nairobi to explore innovative solutions and strategies to promote brain health in low- and middle-income countries. The conference held under the theme ‘Healing …
Huawei Technologies will accelerate the development of connectivity infrastructure as a key priority for Kenya’s digital transformation. This infrastructure, said Leo Chen, President of Huawei Sub-Saharan Africa, will be more …
In the realm of education, where every lesson is a brushstroke shaping the canvas of tomorrow, the mental well-being of teachers stands as a silent conductor orchestrating the symphony of …
The first Special Economic Zone with a gazetted customs control area in East Africa has been launched at the Nairobi Gate Industrial Park tailored towards supporting manufacturing, industry, economic growth, …
A motorist insured in Kenya expects that whenever they are involved in an accident or incident, their insurer will compensate for the loss suffered once they notify them. However, there …
Around the same time a year ago a kg of onions cost at most Ksh60 but today the price is Ksh140. The price has in effect more than doubled. Over …
Absa Bank Kenya marked the National Tree Planting Day by commissioning a KES 2 million tree planting initiative that will see over 30,000 tree seedlings planted in forests within Kiambu …
AAR Healthcare Kenya extended its Trees for Health (T4H) initiative to Nairobi, reaffirming its commitment to ecological sustainability and community wellness. As part of this initiative, the healthcare provider-led in …
Home is where the heart is, and protecting your home and everything in it should be a top priority. The domestic Package is designed to be an all-in-one solution for …
Julius Malema, the opposition leader in South Africa, is in Kenya on invitation by PLO Lumumba and other Pan-Africanists. Known for his tough stands and talking without fear, Malema is …
In the world of technology, one might wonder where marketing and communication fit in this digital jigsaw puzzle, and more so for those in without a technology background. Yet, technology …
Kenyans are set to scream and suffer more under the Kenya Kwanza Government after the Ministry of Lands increased fees on all land transactions. The proposals have been recommended by …
It is not easy to set up a hotel in Kenya. Forget about the vibanda you see on the side of the road. We are talking about a proper hotel. …
AHI Carrier, a Carrier joint venture company with a presence in over 100 countries has announced its strategy for the Kenyan market as it eyes the country’s robust digital industry …
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, and Saudi Export-Import Bank (Saudi EXIM), a premier export credit agency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have announced a partnership …
Technological innovation continues to fundamentally change the global media industry. Consumers today face a proliferation of sources and social media platforms to navigate, with algorithms influencing how people engage with …
Google is rolling out its Search Generative Experience (“SGE”) in the SSA region as an opt-in experiment in Search Labs. This AI-powered experience is available in English. With breakthroughs in …
The teacher’s medical scheme administered through Minet Kenya comes with many benefits for Kenyan teachers including the provision of maternity services, and family planning among others. These benefits are available …
African giant fintech, Flutterwave, has been cleared of all wrongdoing and is now free to operate on the Kenyan market. The good news comes ahead of the company’s plans to …
Fuse.io, a decentralized EVM-compatible public blockchain platform, is honored to announce its nomination as the “Best Blockchain Company” at the prestigious 2023 African Crypto Giant Award. Since its inception in …
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has recorded a strong growth in profitability for the six months to 30th September 2023 with the Kenyan business hitting a double-digit growth in Net income to close …
There is rain all over Kenya at the moment. Some are calling it El Nino, some are calling it “normal rain”, but from the look of things, it has decided …
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) awarded BasiGo a USD 1.5 Million grant through its Development Innovation Ventures program. The grant directly supports BasiGo’s pilot program in Kigali …
Jane Omondi sells freshly cooked fish from a stand on a bustling roadside in Utawala, a low- to medium-income neighborhood about 16 kilometers, or 10 miles, east of central Nairobi. …
Korean firms are seeking entry into the Kenyan market to provide smart technologies as Kenya gears to step up its smart city game. Speaking during the unveiling of the Korean …
Kuza Asset Management, a Nairobi-based asset management firm, has officially launched, focusing on catering to institutional, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and retail investors who are looking for customized investments that are prudently …
There is a need for players in Africa’s private and public sectors to start working together to center the continent in the global generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) dialogue. This was …
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, one thing remains constant: the undeniable importance of valuing employees. Beyond the traditional metrics of productivity and profit margins, enlightened organizations are increasingly …
The local manufacturers showcase dubbed Changamka Festival organized by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) Nairobi Edition officially came to a close with …
Sophos has shared findings from its sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Retail 2023,” which found that only 26% of retail organizations this past year were able to …
Land prices in Nairobi’s suburbs increased by 0.4 percent in the quarter and by 0.8 percent in the year. Land in the city showed signs of price recovery with only …
HassConsult released the Hass Property Sales and Rental price indices for the third quarter of 2023, revealing a drop in average sales prices of 1.1 percent in the quarter, resulting …
The new Nokia C22 has landed in Kenya. Available in Charcoal, and with prices starting from 14,399 shillings at Safaricom shops, the Nokia C22 comes with some of the amazing …
Cambridge, the world’s largest provider of international education programs, is launching its first early years education program which will help support early childhood schooling in Kenya in children as young …
Running a small business is not a walk in the park. One has to sacrifice, and have the will to always move on no matter what. Sometimes you will fall, …
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