Google has announced that Alex Okosi, currently Managing Director for YouTube in EMEA Emerging Markets, will take on the role of Managing Director for Google in Africa. In his new …
As the world changes in terms of technology, and as many within and without Kenya embrace sustainability and practices that are friendly to the earth, LG Electronics has been stepping …
Kenyan Counties are set to receive Kshs. 7.387 billion Climate Resilience Investment Grants from the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Program. The disbursement comes after a total of Kshs. 979 …
The Blockchain Association of Kenya (BAK) has filed a petition before the High Court of Kenya challenging the legality and constitutionality of the Digital Asset Tax (DAT) introduced by the …
Seiko Epson Corporation has established a new sales company, Epson Middle East FZCO [EME], reflecting the tremendous potential to accelerate expansion in key markets including Africa, Caucasus, Central Asia, the …
As the sun rises on Kenya’s economic landscape, businesses across the country are presented with a golden opportunity to cut costs and contribute to a greener, sustainable future in line …
OPPO Reno10 is finally in Kenya. I was among the lucky few who got an opportunity to interact with this virgin phone that is going to shift magic means in …
X, formerly Twitter, has made it easy for anyone with an account to earn money just by posting content. Initially, people who had an opportunity to earn money were influencers …
Paint manufacturer Crown Paints (Kenya) Plc has appointed Richard Muturi as the Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 15th August 2023. Muturi has over 27 years of experience in the fast-moving …
Daily life very nearly came to a grinding halt in Kenya last month with millions of people unable to access the country’s more than 5,000 recently digitized, critical government services …
New technologies like cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), mobility, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are now ingrained in our lives making it imperative for companies to either stay ahead …
WOJO, a global leader in providing innovative co-working solutions, has revealed its plans to establish a strong presence in Kenya, setting foot in a fast-expanding industry. The expansion marks a …
Data centers in Kenya, much like the rest of the world, have become an integral part of the digital ecosystem, often likened to the “fifth utility.” With rapid technological advancements …
BK Group has reported a 30.3 percent jump in half-year net profit to KES4.4 billion, driven by a strong growth in interest and transaction income. The Rwanda Stock Exchange and …
Integrated financial services firm, Britam Holdings Plc, has today announced a profit before tax of Kshs 2.38 billion for the half year period ending 30 June 2023. The profit almost …
In the present world where innovation and collaboration are the twin pillars of progress, Kenya is carving its name in the chronicles of modern work culture with the rise of …
The vibrant city of Nairobi is gearing up to welcome the Africa Climate Summit and Africa Climate Week, scheduled to take place from 4 to 6 September 2023. This significant …
Sarova Hotels & Resorts Kenya has once again been nominated in this year’s World Luxury Hotel Awards, to battle it out in various categories with the voting process open for …
Stima Sacco has been named the best SACCO in the use of digital solutions for 2023. The Sacco was featured in the Digital Tech 100 Awards, beating other peers in …
Superior Homes Kenya has broken ground for the construction of a Ksh 350 million modern roadside stopover complex at Sultan Hamud town along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway that will provide all-in-one safe …
Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today announced its new Sophos Incident Response Retainer, which provides organizations with speedy access to Sophos’ industry-first fixed-cost …
Dickson Wandera, a father of two based in Nairobi, has secured the second KES 1 million grand prize in Safaricom’s Gomoka na Go monthly promotion. Mr. Wandera, an executive driver, …
In the ever-changing technological world, LG Electronics stands at the forefront, illuminating the path toward a new era of smart living. Imagine a home where every aspect seamlessly intertwines with …
Kelvin Kituku and Lynn Muiruri will represent Kenya in an international road safety competition to be held in Viena, Austria from October 6- 8. This follows their triumphant win at …
CIC Insurance Group Plc is pleased to release our 2023 half-year results based on the new IFRS 17 reporting standards. The IFRS 17 standard provides consistent principles for all aspects …
Leading global technology brand OPPO is excited to announce the introduction of its latest Reno series the OPPO Reno10 series to the Kenyan market. The newest Reno series seeks to …
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) operated by Selectium has entered into a partnership with Mitsumi Distribution in a strategic move to expand market share and boost revenues. The corporation between the …
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re) has today reported a Profit before Tax (PBT) of Kshs 1.3 billion for the half-year period ending June 30, 2023, registering 9% growth compared …
The organizers of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon are seeking to achieve World Athletics Label status in this year’s series that will set the stage for global recognition should any …
As part of its 24th-anniversary celebrations, leading coffee house Java has unveiled its latest innovation, Cold Brew Coffee, a ready-to-drink made from 100% Kenyan Arabica coffee beans selection aimed at …
Tatu City and the China-Africa Economic and Trade Chamber of Commerce (CAETC), supported by the Changsha County Government, have joined hands to foster a dynamic collaboration aimed at catalyzing investments …
Family Bank Group has posted a KES. 2.0 billion Profit Before Tax in the first six months to 30 June 2023. Family Bank Group’s interest income rose by 18.7% to …
Moja Expressway Company has unveiled a new USSD code for both new and existing users of the Nairobi Expressway in an effort to make service delivery fast and seamless. The …
Over 2000 youth are set to benefit from technical and vocational training in construction through an additional KES 60 million investment through Family Bank’s philanthropic arm, The Family Group Foundation. …
IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) announced that the October to December 2023 climate forecast shows high chances of wetter-than-usual conditions across most parts of the Greater Horn of …
Flutterwave, Africa’s largest payment service provider is in the process of going public through the issuance of an Initial Public Offering (IPO). Reports from the management indicate that the company …
LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its new ‘Universal UP Kit’ by the end of the year, enabling differently-abled persons to use LG home appliances with more ease without having to …
Transport and logistics firm, Siginon Group has acquired a new food safety system certification (FSSC 22000) for its Siginon Global Logistics Mombasa Tea warehouse after transitioning from the previous ISO …
In a world filled with screens and pixels, where attention spans seem to be shrinking faster than the morning dew when the sun’s rays strike the ground, the art of …
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) is pushing for 70 percent salary increment for teachers, a move that is likely to put its members at loggerheads with …
Every day, we wake up to something new around the world. Virtually everything is evolving, thanks to technology, more so, the internet. With innovations such as OpenAI now taking over …
Seasoned property developer, Mi Vida Homes has sealed a deal with a renowned institutional off-taker for the bulk acquisition of 200 apartments at its affordable housing project dubbed 237 Garden City. …
Stanbic has affirmed its commitment to ensuring a just transition for clients and the community through financing solutions that enable climate adaptation and mitigation sustainably and inclusively. This is in …
The Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed paint firm Crown Paints Kenya today morning partnered with Safaricom Sacco Ltd, in a strategic move as the paint firm seeks more innovative ways of bolstering …
Smallholder Farmers in the dairy and horticulture value chains in Kenya can now access green financing from Faulu Microfinance Bank. This follows the signing of a partnership between the bank …
Hundreds of families gathered in the West Darfur capital of El Geneina on June 15, plotting their escape from what had become a hellscape of blown-out buildings scrawled with racist …
In the last decade, technology has disrupted countless businesses’ models and the speed of these disruptions keeps growing by the day. According to Forbes, technology has grown exponentially over the …
M-PESA, Safaricom Ethiopia’s Mobile Financial Services, goes live today three months after receiving the Payment Instrument Issuer License from the National Bank of Ethiopia. In preparation for launch, M-PESA has …
In a world where uncertainty is a constant companion, protecting your assets and investments has never been more crucial. In pursuing financial stability and security, understanding the intricacies of bonds …
The much-needed but rarely-found bee venom honey is now found in Kenya, stocked by Savannah Honey, sighing relief to millions of Kenyans who often look for it for the massive …
Long distance transport service provider, Easy Coach had announced that it will no longer ferry fresh, smoked and dried fish, including Omena on their buses due to the discomfort they …
Galana Kulalu, August 12, 2023…Twiga Foods intends to expand the irrigated acreage at the Galana Kulalu Food Security Project (GKFSP) by up to 20,000 acres. This expansion is expected to …
Safaricom Foundation has hit 20 years since it was officially launched on 14th August 2003. Since its inception, the Foundation has invested over KES 5 billion in more than 4,000 community …
Kenya Orient Life Assurance Limited has received approval from the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) to manage NSSF tier II contributions through the Kenya Orient Individual Pension Plan and Umbrella Pension …
Employers have been urged to invest in their workforce and adapt to skill sets to match the changing job landscape. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the Zamara Regional summit, …
The Mitumba sector in Kenya is one of the largest employers in a country whose unemployment rate is beyond 35 percent. The sector employs at least 2.5 million people directly …
If a country has the right systems in place, everything works. Algeria is an example of an African country where systems work and the people can enjoy the fruits of …
Someone who does the bare minimum at work once said, “You have to do just enough not to get fired, and just little to be needed the following day.” Another …
Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announces its partnership with Kenyan Technology Company, Boya. Together with Kenyan Tier 1 Bank, Diamond Trust Bank, and Paymentology, which connects Boya to Visa through …
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) is set to increase M-PESA account limits to KSh. 500,000 following approval from the Central Bank of Kenya. The higher account limit will be effective from Tuesday 15th August 2023 …
Huawei has set its sights on the hospitality industry in a move that will see players cut operational costs by up to one-tenth. This comes amid a rising expansion of …
More than 400,000 Kenyans are living and working in the Gulf Countries, of which 210,000 are in Saudi Arabia according to data released by the Labour Ministry in Kenya. Despite …
Huawei Kenya is ramping up learners’ access to the Internet by extending the connectivity to children with special needs. Initially, 6 special needs schools will be linked to the national …
StarTimes Media has concluded a two-month competition campaign dubbed Buy, Recharge, and Win promotion and announced grand winners of weeks 7 and 8. The promotion commenced on the 15th of …
Huawei Kenya has its sights on the light manufacturing industries with a new energy intervention designed to cut electricity costs and stabilize energy usage. Light industry refers to a range of …
Access to the internet could expose children to risk unless they are empowered with information to protect themselves, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has said. Speaking at the ongoing …
LEAP Africa, one of Africa’s leading non-profit organizations focused on youth leadership development, and Dow, a global leader in materials science, are pleased to announce the fourth edition of its …
LG Electronics (LG) targets to become a smart life solutions company that connects and expands customers’ diverse experiences by 2030. The move will see the company record an estimated global annual …
Sophos a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, released new findings into the connections between the most prominent ransomware groups this past year, including Royal, in …
KLM Airline has upgraded its World Business Class seats in all its Boeing 777 aircraft in a move aimed at meeting evolving customer needs. Both the Boeing 777-300 and the …
Leading financial services firm, Zamara Group has announced its Zamara Consulting Actuaries Schemes Survey (Z-CASS) report for the second quarter of 2023. The survey, covering 423 schemes and assets under …
Stanbic Holdings Plc has announced a KES 7.1 profit after tax for the half-year period ended June 2023, attributed to strong revenue and balance sheet growth. Total revenue increased by …
E-mobility company, BasiGo has announced the introduction of the “E9 Kubwa”, a 36-seater electric bus custom designed for the Kenyan market. The first 2 Kubwa buses have begun pilot testing with …
Stories and storytelling have long captivated the minds and hearts of children everywhere – the most famed among being bedtime stories. One of the earliest forms of storytelling known to …
Are you in the market for a new smartphone, one that can meet your needs and expectations? Do you want a device that combines excellent performance, long-lasting battery life, a …
Britam Insurance, Airtel Money, and Inclusivity Solutions have partnered to introduce a range of mobile-enabled insurance solutions targeting lower-income families and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership aims …
LG Electronics (LG) has recorded a 24 percent reduction in its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from 114.7 million tons of GHG to 92.7 million tons in line with …
Every generation has a defining moment. The Silent Generation had WWII. Baby Boomers had the moon landing. Millennials had the global financial crisis. But Generation Z’s [Gen Z] defining moment …
Technology has continued to shape how we work, communicate, and even interact with the world around us. It has certainly made our lives easier by providing us with a variety …
The International Criminals Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan has recused himself from all Kenyan cases citing a possible conflict of interest shortly after his visit to Kenya on the invitation …
The Vice Chancellor of the United States International University – Africa (USIU-Africa) Professor Margee Ensign has resigned. Announcing the resignation, USIU Council Vice Chairperson Mr. Kris Senanu said Ensign has …
Air France is the official partner of the 33rd Olympics of the modern era to be held in Paris in 2024. This follows the signing of a partnership between the airline and the …
Over 200 young techies from different learning institutions across the Nyanza region have benefitted from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) Cybersecurity Bootcamp and Hackathon Series 2023 program held in …
A few months ago, police officers arrested a farmer who had formed a habit of harvesting immature avocados, painting them, and selling them to unsuspecting Kenyans. Currently, stats show that …
Kenyans have been told to shut up and stop complaining about the 20,000 shillings that Sauti Sol is charging for their upcoming concert because they are “poor.” One of the …
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), says it has run out of funds meaning at least 140,000 students will miss out on loans. On Wednesday, HELB told a Parliamentary Committee …
Mbagathi Hospital is in Nairobi County. It takes care of thousands of patients on a daily basis. When we visited it last week, all the benches were full, hopeful patients …
On Friday, both online and mainstream media were awash with news that gold had been discovered “by mistake” in Rongo, Migori County by a contractor. People from within and without …
As the Nairobi Expressway marks one year since it was opened to the public, it has emerged that at least 60,000 Kenyans are using it on a daily basis. The …
Stima Sacco, to bring services closer to the people, has today launched a new branch in Kisii Town, domiciled at the Waumini Plaza. The opening of the office forms part …
Africa’s second-largest Sacco in terms of asset base, Stima Sacco has continued to spread its wings across the country with a new branch in Kisii. The new branch is located …
Jambojet has announced the addition of 1 new aircraft to its growing fleet, bringing its total number of aircraft to 8. The aircraft, christened Kozi, will address the surging demand …
Kenyan businesses suffered a marked fall in demand at the start of the third quarter of the year, the latest PMI data by Stanbic Bank showed, as customers continued to …
In a move that’s akin to spreading fairy dust across the nation, Stima Sacco has established branches far and wide. They’ve strategically sprinkled these branches like digital confetti, making sure …
Uber and Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) have launched a partnership that will see riders across Kenya pay for trips through M-PESA. This follows a collaboration with UberEats that allowed consumers to pay for …
Afreximbank President Benedict Okey Oramah says that Africa “should be a banker’s paradise”, but that it isn’t, “because of two things. The banks that are supposed to exploit this opportunity are not …
The price of dry maize is still high in most parts of the country, including Western Kenya Despite this being the harvesting season. Traditionally, during the harvesting season, maize prices …
Sophos has released new findings on CryptoRom scams—a subset of pig butchering [shā zhū pán] schemes designed to trick users of dating apps into making fake cryptocurrency investments—in its latest …
𝑪𝑺 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒐𝒏. 𝑨𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑾𝒂𝒉𝒐𝒎𝒆 presided over the grand opening of the Wilo East Africa Assembling plant in Nairobi. The Wilo Group is a 𝙢𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙥 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙚 …
When teachers employees under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) received their salaries for the month of July, it was 6 percent less. The majority of them were shocked and cried …
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