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, …
Sophos has entered into a strategic partnership with Tenable®, the Exposure Management company, to provide Sophos Managed Risk, a worldwide vulnerability and attack surface management service. The new service features …
In Kenya, there are around 29 regulated Money Market Fund Managers managing over Kshs 215 bn in collective investment schemes. Selecting the best Money Market Fund involves considering several factors …
LemFi has received approval from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to operate remittances in Kenya. This move continues RightCard’s dedication to providing secure and efficient services while complying with …
Members of the Chartered Financial Analysts Society East Africa have called on African states to fast-track institutional reforms for the harmonization of African Capital Markets. Speaking in Kigali- Rwanda during …
To millions of Kenyans, Easter ended on Monday. To them, it was all about the Safari Rally and taking a break from the tiring daily work. But to millions of …
This happens to be one of the many questions we receive every day at Abojani Investments. It’s a decision that comes with both potential rewards and risks. On one hand, …
Many Kenyan commercial banks have released their annual financial results for 2023. As expected, all those that have released their results have made profits with hefty payouts to their shareholders. …
Kenyans paid more for water, gas, electricity, and less for transport in March despite the easing of the inflation rate according to the latest stats from the Kenya National Bureau …
The pulse of African music resonates worldwide. Fueled by the success of top sensations like Burnaboy, Davido, Tyla, and Wizkid, a new generation of creatives is bursting onto the scene. …
Bolt has been awarded the “Best Ride-Hailing Platform, East Africa 2024” by Global Brands Magazine in terms of commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in providing seamless transportation solutions …
Jambojet has ended Easter celebrations in style by flooding 1,000 one-way air tickets to customers at 10 shillings each to celebrate 10 years of being in Kenyan airspace. The offer …
There are major discussions about Nigerians in Kenya. The discussion came up during the week with a section of Nigerians accusing Kenyans of being xenophobic. According to the online sentiments, …
The Kenyan shilling has been gaining ground against the US Dollar in the past month. Many think it is a passing cloud and that the shilling will go back to …
Mary Mulili was appointed the CEO of UBA Kenya, becoming the first woman to head the bank in Kenya in its 11 years of existence in the Kenyan market. Immediately …
German-based cleaning equipment manufacturer Karcher has announced an approximate Ksh 428 million investment in the Kenyan market. The move was made to operationalize the business into a full subsidiary, which …
Kenya’s largest Sacco, and the second-largest in Africa in asset base, Stima Sacco, posted impressive financial results for the financial year 2023 with the number of members moving past 200,000 …
Sound is everything, whether listening to music, watching a movie, or attending a talk show. Nobody loves to strain to listen to something. Everyone with a good taste for sound …
Pwani Oil Products Limited (Pwani Oil) has today teamed up with the Kenya Forest Service and the Kilifi County government to plant 1,000 trees at the Msumarini Primary School in …
The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI), convened with traders from Nairobi’s largest markets to tackle the myriad of challenges stifling the growth and efficiency of local businesses. The …
Samsung Galaxy S24 has several AI capabilities that are changing and shifting the average smartphone the way we know it. One of these AI capabilities is the Browsing Assist feature. …
Across the globe, the narrative of women’s financial dependency on male relatives, be it fathers, brothers, or husbands, has historically constrained their autonomy. This dependency has not only limited women’s …
Duncan Lennox, Vice President and General Manager of Ads Privacy and Safety at Google, announced the release of the company’s annual Ads Safety Report for the year 2023. The report …
Integrated financial services firm Britam Holdings Plc today posted a Kshs 4.82 billion profit before tax for 31 December 2023, a sixty-five percent increment from the Kshs 2.92 billion recorded …
SGA Security, East Africa’s premier security solutions provider has scooped the Most Professional and Well-Trained Security Company in Kenya award at the 2024 Kenya Consumer Choice Awards. This award underscores …
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the nonprofit organization that coordinates the Domain Name System (DNS), announced today that the application window for the first cycle of the ICANN …
In the last few years, Kenya’s retail industry has been experiencing continuous transformation, prompting the need to relook the way we operate, adopt new ways of doing business, and normalize …
Kenya needs to streamline efforts to contain the HIV epidemic, especially at the county level through policymakers, educationalists, medical practitioners, and local and international governments to achieve the global target …
Old Mutual Holdings Plc. has today announced its financial results for the financial year 2023, highlighting substantial growth and profitability across all lines of its business. The Group’s operating profit …
Family Bank Group has reported KES 2.5 billion Profit After Tax for the full year ended 31 December 2023, representing a 13.3% growth compared to KES 2.2 billion posted in …
Women in Kenya, like in many parts of the world, have historically faced barriers to accessing education and technology, but their resilience, determination, and vision are propelling them to the …
Air France, an official partner of the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, will be matching the contribution of each customer’s subscription to the “Environment-sustainable Aviation Fuels” option during the Paris …
The 2024 Microbiology Updates Conference organized by the Aga Khan University Medical College, East Africa, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi in collaboration with the Ministry of Health brought together national …
BasiGo has secured $3 million worth of equity funding from CFAO Group (CFAO), a leading player in mobility, healthcare, consumer, and infrastructure business in Africa, wholly owned by Toyota Tsusho …
Java House and the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) have signed an agreement to raise funds to support vulnerable children with daily school meals. Every day, children in Kenya …
Samsung has emerged as a significant player in the hearts of Kenyan women, securing an impressive fourth position among the top 100 most-loved brands in the country in a survey …
The world is moving fast, changing and shifting with each passing day, thanks to technology and the ever-changing world of smartphones. In the present world, devices from various manufacturers are …
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