In the age of rapid technological advancement, the conversation around sustainability has become more critical than ever. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected through the use of electronic devices, the …
Biztech Outlook has named Centum Real Estate the fastest-growing company to watch in 2024. Centum Re is East Africa’s largest real estate developer and investor building model cities ground up, …
Samsung Electronics, a global leader in the display industry, has secured the top position in global sales of OLED monitors just one year after launching its first OLED model — …
CCI Global has announced the grand opening of its Tatu City Call Centre. This new five-story building inside Tatu City, the 5,000-acre Special Economic Zone on Nairobi’s doorstep, represents a …
Africa is often hailed as the birthplace of some of the world’s most exciting tech startups. From Cape to Cairo, small businesses across the continent have become catalysts for change, …
The Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry has today announced the release of Ksh. 1.125 billion for the ongoing phase one of the County Aggregation and Industrial Parks, popularly referred …
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa and the Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI), a renowned non-governmental organization, have announced the start of the 2024 LG Ambassador Challenge in Kenya. Now …
Samsung Electronics has announced the availability of Galaxy AI features on an extended lineup of Galaxy devices, made possible through a new One UI 6.1 update. Engineered to advance the …
Samsung Medison, a global medical equipment company and an affiliate of Samsung Electronics has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Sonio SAS, a fetal ultrasound AI …
LG Electronics has today launched its latest innovation in audio technology, the LG XBOOM speaker series, which comes after the success of the acclaimed LG Bluetooth speaker line in 2021. The …
Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the European mobile innovator and manufacturer of Nokia phones, has announced the comeback of the iconic Nokia 3210. This mobile phone was a defining piece of …
Peach Cars has joined forces with Umba Microfinance Bank to introduce a groundbreaking 24-hour car financing option for customers. Improving Access to Hassle-Free Car Financing The partnership between Peach Cars …
Mothers traveling with Air France can continue to expect the best in services with the airline maintaining a keen interest in offering all the support needed for a pleasant flight. …
The Nairobi Innovation Week, a two-day event at the University of Nairobi, brought together academia, industry stakeholders, innovators, and start-ups as well as the student community to bolster the country’s …
Old Mutual Group and its subsidiary, Faulu Microfinance Bank have taken part in an exercise targeting 500 families in Nyeri County affected by floods. The support program done in partnership …
Stanbic Bank took center at the ongoing China-Africa Economic Trade Exhibition (CAETE) from 9th May -11th May 2024, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening relations between Africa and China. As the …
It has been raining in Kenya. The real cats and dogs have been pounding the earth. The country has experienced floods. People have died and property has been destroyed. We …
The chilly streets of Eldoret were made alive with color and creativity as the 7th Edition of the Kitenge Fashion Festival unfolded at Rupas Mall on Saturday. Within the excitement …
The Board of Safaricom Investment Co-operative has appointed Churchill Winstone Ochieng’ as the new Chief Executive Officer. Churchill brings on board over 25 years of experience in leadership, cash flow management, …
Amaiya by Mi Vida, a mid-market apartment complex situated within the Garden City Development is 70% pre-sold, Mi Vida Homes has announced. The project is the second phase of the …
In the wake of the devastating floods that have swept through Kenya, causing unprecedented damage to businesses and livelihoods, the importance of risk mitigation strategies for small and medium-sized enterprises …
The Stanbic Bank Kenya PMI® signaled broadly stable operating conditions across the private sector in April, as order book volumes and output levels were little changed since March. The 12-month …
Paint manufacturer Crown Paints over the weekend held a town hall meeting with Somali property developers in Eastleigh in a strategic move to tap into their market. The Somali property …
In sub-Saharan Africa, ensuring universal access to healthcare remains a critical development objective, closely aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 3. Despite notable achievements, ongoing challenges persist, particularly in …
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), held the second edition of its expanded Graduate Management Acceleration Program (GMAP) class of 2024, where 398 young Africans were inducted into …
In an exciting showdown of musical prowess, Esther Nakhanu Kutolo professionally known as KeyJayTheDeejay, this past weekend emerged triumphant as the Smirnoff Battle of the Beats DJ competition, Rift Region …
Liberty and Heritage hosted the annual Nanyuki Golf Tournament at the esteemed Nanyuki Golf Club. The event attracted both golf enthusiasts from across the region providing an exceptional platform for …
In a strategic move to bolster growth and expand its market presence, Dune Packaging Ltd, a leading packaging solutions provider in East Africa has announced a significant minority equity investment …
The era of outdated banking experience and exploitative mobile payment providers is over. #Payless Africa, the pioneering fintech company, has launched in Kenya. #Payless is poised to become a disruptive …
Mitsumi Distribution, the premier IT, Telco, and enterprise distributor across Africa and the Middle East, has taken a leading role in propelling the region towards becoming a fully-fledged AI-enabled on …
Glovo successfully hosted the third cohort of its Learning and Development Training as part of the Glovo Academy program for partners in Kenya. This initiative, organized in collaboration with the …
I remember at the turn of the century the whole world was running helter-skelter due to fear of the then pending millennium bug. Known globally as the Y2K problem, the …
Kenya has emerged as a haven for its wealthiest investors, as the country’s growth lures funds back home amid world turmoil and post-Covid slowdowns, reported Knight Frank, as it unveiled …
To mark the 25th anniversary of its foundation, Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is launching a global campaign in celebration of both …
Indeed, sustainable marketing is a thing. In recent years, businesses have made a deliberate effort to align their efforts towards sustainable marketing practices because they builds good public relations for …
Furthering Dubai’s commitment to accessible travel and to raising awareness of autism, Emirates invited 30 UAE families with neurodiverse children to have a real check-in experience and familiarization flight on …
Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital has won this year’s Best Use of Social Media in Healthcare recognition at the 2024 Quality Healthcare Kenyan Awards for their efforts to raise awareness about the …
Faulu Bank, a leading financial institution and a subsidiary of Old Mutual Limited, has forged a strategic partnership with Irri-Hub Ke Limited, an innovative agriculture company specializing in technology-driven irrigation …
As of 2022, air travel carbon emissions reached an estimated 800 Mt or 2% of the global energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. While this was approximately 80% of the pre-pandemic levels, …
LG Electronics, a global leader in consumer electronics, recently hosted its LG Showcase for Middle East and Africa (MEA) 2024 at the Conrad Hotel in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Under the theme “Reinventing Together,” the event sought to …
Addressing human-wildlife conflict (HWC) has been a problem in Kenya for years and has posed a significant challenge to Kenya’s conservation efforts and socio-economic development. With an expanding population encroaching …
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced the shortlisted startups for Qualcomm Make in Africa 2024, as well as the winner of the 2023 Wireless Reach Social Impact Fund. The Qualcomm Africa Innovation …
Ivhu Africa (“Ivhu”), an Australian developer of green supply chain infrastructure, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Semiconductors Technologies LLC (“STL”) to build-to-suit facilities for the development of semiconductors …
Absa Life Assurance Kenya (Absa Life), an Absa Group subsidiary, reported a 90% increase in headline earnings to KES. 862 million for the financial year ending December 31, 2023, driven …
Tech innovator Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has today revealed its first line of smartphones under the original HMD line: HMD Pulse Pro, HMD Pulse+, and HMD Pulse. The HMD Pulse …
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has put in place preparations for Kenya to host the coveted Transform Africa Summit set to be held in Nairobi in August this year. …
Samsung Electronics East Africa today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Jambojet, Kenya’s leading low-cost airline, in an endeavor that takes innovation to new heights. The collaboration marks the debut of …
Rendeavour, owner and developer of Tatu City, has created a new company to deliver high-speed internet connectivity to thousands of digitally underserved residents in nearby towns and informal settlements. By …
Looking for a microwave that offers more than just reheating leftovers? The SolarDom Oven | Charcoal Lighting Heater™ might be the perfect fit for your Kenyan kitchen. This innovative microwave …
Jubilee Health Insurance has today introduced ‘Care and Health’, a premium international health cover specifically designed for expatriates and high net-worth individuals who frequently travel abroad, ensuring they receive top-tier …
CIC Insurance Group Plc has today affirmed its commitment to enhance its customer service delivery capabilities by continuously investing in digital technological upgrades. Part of this investment has gone towards …
Samsung Electronics East Africa switched off lights at their mobile experience stores and select Consumer Electronics stores for 5 minutes from 12 noon to 12:05 pm to mark the global …
Power Learn Project (PLP), a pan-African social impact organization, today announced the appointment of its new Board of Trustees, led by Nadia Ahmed Abdalla, the former youngest Deputy Minister (CAS) …
In the Kenyan cultural fabric, women are revered as homemakers whose decisions define the future of their family’s future as a successful, progressive, and closely-knit loving unit. Historically, women’s success …
The Aga Khan University (AKU) has been awarded a KES. 19.6 million research grants by the National Institutes of Health to perform clinical testing of a low-cost handheld 3D medical imaging …
BuyRentKenya, the trusted real estate company connecting individuals with properties, enthusiastically participated in the 11th annual East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit held at the Radisson Blu in Upper Hill, …
In Africa, the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) stands out as a beacon of economic opportunity, encompassing a population of over 560 million people. As the largest …
Samsung Electronics, a pioneer in cutting-edge display technology, has again secured its position as the number one global signage manufacturer. For an impressive fifteenth consecutive year, market research firm Omdia …
Sarova Hotels & Resorts, Kenya’s leading indigenous hospitality brand, today marked its 50th anniversary in the industry. This milestone stands as a testament to half a century of unparalleled service, …
A new power plant, urgently needed to boost electricity supplies to towns and villages in Muranga County, Kenya, was completed on schedule, despite supply chain difficulties, with the support of …
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked widespread debate about its potential impact, particularly on jobs, in recent years. Africa is on the verge of a transformative era …
A lot of prospective buyers shy away from purchasing dishwashers for a variety of reasons, chief among them being perceived as inefficiency. Some individuals believe that dishwashers don’t clean as …
The rumble of motorcycle engines is becoming more common on Kenyan roads, but it is more than just a practical matter; it is the roar of a growing culture founded …
Family Bank has been awarded for Excellence in Customer Responsiveness at the Innovation and Excellence Awards East Africa during the 11th edition of the Connected Banking Summit. Family Bank was recognized for its exceptional commitment to …
Heineken®, in collaboration with tastemakers in street culture, Bodega has launched ‘The Boring Phone’ produced by Human Mobile Devices (HMD). The limited run of ‘dumb’ phones – specifically designed to …
The Dadaab refugee complex, home to 218,873 refugees and asylum seekers, is not the obvious location for a story of digital entrepreneurship. Yet Khalif’s journey, from being forced to flee …
HassConsult has released the Hass Property price index for the first quarter of 2024, showing a 2.7 percent growth in asking prices across all properties in the period despite high-interest …
Aga Khan University and the Ministry of Information, Communication, and the Digital Economy have called for public and private sector collaboration in the implementation of policies, laws, and regulations for …
Carrefour in Kenya has announced the opening of its 23rd store at GTC Mall in Westlands, Nairobi. The store, which features Carrefour’s self-checkout service, a Food to Go section, and …
IWG, the world’s largest provider of hybrid working solutions with brands including Spaces and Regus, is opening another state-of-the-art flexible workspace in Nairobi. As the adoption of hybrid working rapidly accelerates across Kenya, …
The Boda-Boda Safety Association of Kenya has written to the Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr Samuel Njoroge seeking to be heard in an ongoing sector probe by the Finance …
OPPO Kenya has today, announced the launch of the OPPO Reno11F 5G smartphone. With a vibrant, eye-catching style, a 64MP Ultra-Clear Triple Camera, and a 120Hz AMOLED Borderless display, Reno11F …
Over the last year and a half, the audience for AI has grown from IT experts to almost anyone with internet access. Large Language Models enable online users to interact …
Kenya is hoping to use the high-profile Absa KipKeino Classic to bolster the country’s bid to host a athletics global event in 2029. Athletics Kenya President General Jackson Tuwei said …
Stima Sacco, the largest Sacco in Kenya and the second-largest in Africa in terms of asset base has informed its more than 200,000 members that their Paybill number has changed. …
Property developer, Mi Vida Homes, met with investors over the weekend at their iconic KEZA project in Riruta, Nairobi County as part of their strategic move to widen their customer …
Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has launched the Karibu Business Support Centre (KBSC) at the Ministry’s headquarters located at NSSF Building, 16th floor. According to the Ministry, the …
Some years back, those who lived along the Thika Superhighway lived a comfortable life. Houses were affordable and accessing the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) was easy. Traffic was always …
HMD Global has been manufacturing Nokia phones since 2016, steering them into a new era focused on human-centric mobile devices. While not yet fully unveiled in the Kenyan market, HMD’s …
Stanbic Bank Kenya is pleased to announce the successful financial close of a landmark transaction with National Cement Company Ltd (“NCCL”), securing a KES 4.3 billion term debt facility. This …
Daktari Smart, a telemedicine program run by Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, Gertrude’s Hospital Foundation, and the M-PESA Foundation, aims to reach and treat at least 32,400 children in five (5) counties …
Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, released the Active Adversary analysis, “It’s Oh So Quiet [?]: The Sophos Active Adversary Report for 1H 2024.” The …
Leading global smart device brand, OPPO is thrilled to celebrate two significant milestones: 10 years of serving Kenyan customers and 20 years of pioneering innovation at the forefront of the …
Kenya Orient Life Assurance Limited has sponsored the inaugural three-day Mara Squash League Tournament to be held in Nairobi from April 19th to 21st 2024. The tournament has a prize purse …
Absa Bank Kenya has renewed its title sponsorship for the Absa KipKeino Classic Continental Tour – the biggest international continental athletics meet on Kenyan soil. The 5th edition of the Absa …
Global technology company Epson has continued its drive to bring Heat-Free Line Inkjet technology through its office print range, launching the AM-C400 and AM-C550 MFPs to deliver improved solutions to the …
The latest LG WashTower will cost you 465,995 shillings in Kenya. This is an all-in-one washer-dryer combination that is envisioned to redefine the laundry experience for users. The WashTower combines …
Stima Sacco members borrowed at least 45.2 billion shillings in 2023 from Kenya’s largest and second-largest Sacco in Africa in asset base. In 2022, members borrowed 41.3 billion shillings with …
Paint manufacturer, Crown Paints PLC Kenya, in partnership with Peak Performance International, a training, coaching, and mentorship consultancy firm; has launched a comprehensive business coaching and mentorship program tailored exclusively …
Building on the resounding success of its flagship event Unstoppable Africa in 2022 and 2023, the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) is pleased to announce its plan to convene leaders …
Sidian Bank an SME-focused Bank in Kenya, has announced the opening of its 46th branch in Thindigua, Kiambu County. This move is part of the bank’s ongoing efforts to expand …
Kibo Africa has introduced the third generation of the Kibo 250R motorcycle, which aims to improve urban mobility standards. The new bike has a 250cc engine and a fuel economy …
With the growing appreciation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the world, African governments, policymakers, and industry stakeholders have been urged to collaborate to advance AI governance and drive adoption across …
Amidst the ongoing turbulent economic times, the imperative of a robust savings culture continues to be very apparent. Businesses and companies worldwide are reassessing their expenditures, with job cuts and …
Jambojet is embarking on a critical growth strategy as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. The budget airline which is owned by Kenya Airways is eyeing additional regional routes and boosting …
LG Electronics launched its iconic and groundbreaking LG WashTower into the Kenyan market. The colorful event marred with the latest inventions within the washing industry took place at Movenpick Hotel, …
Imagine calling someone who does not speak your language, say, French, then the other person speaks in French, but your phone relays the phone call to you in English. Is …
Who doesn’t like fresh vegetables? Who doesn’t relish the smell of earthy goodness emanating from fruits and vegetables straight from the farm? In Kenya, the quest for freshness has become …
This might sound like a serious and sick joke in other countries, but not in Kenya. In the recent massive promotion of teachers, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has been …
APA Insurance emerged triumphant at the 13th Kalasha International Film and TV Awards for their TV ad campaign – Mementos of Past Disasters. Directed by the award-winning Director Abu Melita, …
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