By Muthoni Wachira Once again, we are at that stage in the year, for the second year running, where we look back and are grateful to have navigated through the …
Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi is currently meeting women from various parts of Nairobi as he seeks their support for the position of Governor for Nairobi County. Tim is planning to …
OPPO has launched its first foldable flagship smartphone, the OPPO Find N, at the annual OPPO INNO DAY showcase. A result of four years of research and development and six …
By Nixon Shigoli As the year 2021 draws to an end, this is an opportune time to reflect on and set new goals around personal health and wellness. Reflecting on …
Toyota Kenya has added to their assembly lines with the Hiace CKD line at the Associated Vehicle Assemblers Mombasa. The Automotive sector aims to grow its share of the GDP …
HMD Global unveiled the new Nokia T20 tablet. The brand-new tablet brings the classic Nokia phone quality to the big screen, with a range of versatile features and a long-lasting battery …
CNN meets publisher Angela Wachuka and author Wanjiru Koinange, who founded the organization ‘Book Bunk’ in 2017 and took on the task of restoring three of Nairobi’s libraries. Book Bunk partnered with the …
The Covid-19 pandemic got so many people unaware. Businesses shut down and many people lost their jobs. But there are so many lessons that investors and entrepreneurs got from this …
AstraZeneca’s Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab), a long-acting antibody (LAAB) combination, has received emergency use authorization (EUA) in the US for the pre-exposure prophylaxis (prevention) of COVID-19, with first doses …
OPPO will outline its latest strategy and introduce several exciting technologies at the upcoming OPPO INNO Day 2021, which is set to be held on 14-15 December 2021. Set to …
By Eleni Giokos, Anchor & Correspondent, CNN At the end of last week, I wrapped up the last of my work commitments in Johannesburg and prepared to head to the …
In 2018, a World Bank report concluded that the implementation of a single digital market across the East African Community (EAC) would increase regional growth by 1.6 percent and create …
Toyota Kenya and Ecobank have partnered to offer auto loans to their customers to purchase brand new cars in a deal that will see customers repay their loans within 84 …
Leading financial services provider, Zamara Group, has launched Africa’s first pension/savings plan on WhatsApp. The latest innovation will allow customers to open, access, and transact with Zamara’s Fahari Retirement Plan …
It is no secret that the Covid-19 pandemic had a huge negative impact on people, not just in Kenya but around the world. This being the new norm, experts have …
At the Snapdragon Tech Summit 2021, OPPO announced to release of a new flagship smartphone powered by the new premium Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform in the first quarter …
Toyota Kenya has introduced the luxurious 3.3 Liter Diesel and 3.5 Liter Petrol V6 engines Land Cruiser 300 series. The series will have three options GX-R, VX-R, and GR-S (Gazoo …
Covid-19 is still sweeping across the country. With the emergence of the new Omicron variant, there is a need for Kenyans to continue being vigilant. How can we prevent and …
BURN Manufacturing, makers of the iconic Jikokoa took part in the Clean Cooking Week that happened at the Kenyatta International Conference Center (KICC). This is the second edition of the …
Financial technology (Fintech) has been a key driver of growth in the financial services sector in the face of the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic. As countries around the world …
Africa’s 100m record holder Ferdinand Omanyala has been selected as an OPPO Kenya ambassador, joining the O Stars team for the Reno6 5G that comprises actor Pascal Tokodi, artist Avril …
Ten companies from across Africa are embarking on a scale-up project which offers a unique opportunity for mature, highly scaled digital ventures to further their expansion plans through an initiative …
Nairobi Business Ventures (NBV) Plc has reported a half-year Group turnover of 485.3 million shillings turnover, up from 7.62 million shillings posted over a similar period in 2020. The results …
Black Friday is the best time to get a phone. It is the only time that you get to have crazy offers and discounts on various electronics. If you are …
You know it is Christmas when the jingle bells sound and for the Sarova Panafric Family, the Christmas mood organically sets in as soon as the traditional cake mixing ceremony …
Zamara Group has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kenya National Federation of Jua Kali Associations (KNFJKA) aimed at driving financial inclusion to the informal sector to enable …
BeMobile, a new African digital mobile network has been launched targeting the African youth market. In partnership with the global mobile virtual network Enabler (MVNE) x-Mobility (www.x-mobility.com), BeMobile gives Africans …
The Covid-19 pandemic changed the world in ways that altered behavior and one that will linger around for a long even after the pandemic subsides. The vaccines are being rolled …
The Mastercard Foundation and Africa CDC jointly announced that 15.2 million vaccines purchased under the Saving Lives and Livelihoods initiative are currently being distributed across Africa. Through Saving Lives and …
Centum Real Estate Limited has earned 1.1 billion shillings revenue from the sale of houses in the six months ended September 2021. The strong sales helped Centum Real Estate to …
When a medical emergency hits, it pays no attention to how prepared you are. It hits and it needs your attention and that is it. In most cases, when an …
A freelance dance choreographer who also doubles up as an MC and hype man has been named the winner in the just-concluded “Paca Dance Challenge” – a collaboration between LG …
Ten companies from across Africa are embarking on a scale-up project which offers a unique opportunity for mature, highly scaled digital ventures to further their expansion plans through an initiative …
It is Balck Friday and everyone is happy. Despite the fact that the Covid-19 pandemic messed up things, the excitement of Black Friday is stronger than ever. And with Christmas …
When Covid-19 first hit Kenya, every sector felt the shock. It was an event in history that was not anticipated and many were caught unprepared. Most businesses in the country …
Nokia phones partnered with Spotify – the world’s most popular audio streaming service making the Spotify Free available to people from the start of their Nokia smartphone experience with access …
Evan Williams is an 11-year-old boy from Nairobi, Kenya who has written a short adventure story for children and is planning to use his talent to raise half a million …
Duka is a common term in Kenya. It simply means shop. The term is used to refer to micro-retailers in Kenya who sell goods and services to Kenyans. These micro-retailers …
Saveer Singh Vohra, a Director at Kenya’s first indigenous hospitality group Sarova Hotels, has been named among the top 40 under 40 Men in Kenya by the Business Daily. The …
The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia in collaboration with private sector leaders has announced a three-day technology event set to become the largest global platform that …
By Muthoni K Entrepreneurship is like a long and treacherous journey. There are ups and downs. Sometimes one wins, and sometimes one loses. The secret lies in always pushing, having …
Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to assisting Kenyan financial services providers in their digital transformation by providing specialized Cloud solutions. The commitment is made considering the current operating environment, which …
The OPPO Reno6 5G battery has been ranked as the best globally by the Dxomark Battery ranking with a score of 96, amongst 40 smartphones tested to date. OPPO Reno6 …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has signed a tripartite financing agreement with CMC Motors Limited and Avenue Lease and Rentals to supply 240 vehicles to the National Police Service (NPS) under …
National carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) and @iBizAfrica Strathmore University partner for KQ’s Fahari Innovation Challenge to create opportunities for youth and use tech innovations to resolve specific problems that affect …
Toyota Kenya introduced the Hilux Safari Rally Limited Edition. The massive new car has become embedded among the conversations around car circles in the past few days. We all know …
All of us use our phones in real-time and interact with them more frequently than with any other device. A study of 11k RescueTime users (a software company) found that …
Global electrical test equipment expert, Megger GMBH, working in conjunction with Amotech Africa, Africa’s leading test and measurement solutions provider, is supplying The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) with high-voltage …
Listed non-bank financial services provider, Sanlam Kenya has sealed a deal to be the underwriting services provider for Letshego Kenya’s insurance arm, covering all the products offered by the microfinancier. The digital …
There is the TV, then there is the LG OLED. Those are two different things. With so many TVs on the market, it is sometimes difficult to choose which TV …
Covid-19 changed how people interact, transact and relate to each other. It almost pushed us into the proverbial “Mind your own business.” It confined most of us into our homes …
Weholite solutions manufactured by Plasco Ltd, the Tanzanian-based licensee for this HDPE technology and sister company of Megapipes Solutions Ltd based in Kenya, is providing sustainable alternatives for solving Dar …
Sales at small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) lagged larger companies by up to 20 percentage points at the peak of the Covid-19 crisis. However, spending has recovered in 2021. According …
The internet world keeps on changing. 5G is the new thing right now. The 5G network is associated with speed and convenience. Kenya became among the first countries to roll …
There have been growing concerns in Kenya about data security especially for smartphones in Kenya. Is there a need for an alarm? Yes, this calls for alarm, and consumers should …
Bank of Kigali Group Plc has recorded a 33 percent jump in profit to 4 billion shillings in the nine months ended September, underlining the Rwandan economy’s strong rebound from …
Del Monte Kenya is among Kenyan companies that have been recognized by the United Nations Women Foundation as among the companies that strived to meet the health needs of their …
Watching a movie is often about three things; size, color, and sound. Remember when we said that sometimes size doesn’t matter? Well, the was “sometimes” but in this case, it …
In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN International’s Eleni Giokos explores the role digital transformation will play in unlocking the continent’s vast potential, meeting the business leaders embracing these …
Toyota Kenya has handed over 81 locally assembled Land Cruiser, LC76, and LC79 models to the National Police Service under National Police Service Leasing Program (NPS2). The units, which were …
The sound of the crackle of rally exhausts filled the air today morning at the Karen Waterfront as a mini version of the East African Safari Classic Rally took off …
The bigger, the better. This is a common phrase while shopping for a television. But that the size matter? Does it determine the quality of a TV? Does it mean …
Nokia C20 is a perfect smartphone for the budget, particularly for those looking to have an immersive viewing experience without spending much and it incorporates a range of intuitive features …
Nairobi gubernatorial hopeful and Westlands Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi has called for calm as authorities investigate the cause of the fire at Buru Buru Girls High School. Wanyonyi toured …
Motor vehicle dealer Toyota Kenya has extended its support to the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Boda Boda Safety campaign through the donation of three Yamaha Crux Rev A …
The effects of climate change are becoming more noticeable in Kenya, as the country again suffers from another drought in the northern and coastal parts. The impact of drought is …
A great phone is defined by so many things but nothing beats the battery. A battery is the heart of any given phone. Without a battery, a phone cannot power …
The Covid-19 pandemic changed the world. For the first time in history, people around the world were forced to remain indoors. Kenya was no different. The government encouraged Kenyans to …
The Sarova Stanley Hotel has introduced Swahili Fridays to its offering as it seeks to diversify its menu so as to complement customers’ ever-evolving palate needs. The city hotel, located …
A smartphone is now one of the most powerful gadgets in the world. Virtually everything is happening via a smartphone. It is no longer about making calls and sending messages …
Motor vehicle distributor, Toyota Kenya has cemented its partnership with a local corporate Avenue Car Hire and Leasing Ltd, by delivering 6 luxury vehicles. The new addition, which is set …
CNN meets the activist ensuring Kenyan girls have access to education In the latest episode of African Voices Changemakers, CNN International’s Arit Okpo meets Dr. Kakenya Ntaiya, the activist ensuring …
Gaming is expected to hit $1.4 billion this year. Gaming is a competitive online video gaming involving humans and audiences. In Kenya, the gaming craze has caught on with a …
Five Kenyans have won 10 million shillings in the grand draw of Senator Keg’s nationwide consumer campaign, Shikisha Form Na Senator. Gabriel Wambua, Francis Sifuna, Edwin Wahisi, Brian Iriri, and …
Kenyans have been urged to double efforts in tree planting in a bid to mitigate the current effects of climate change.This was said by Zellipah Githui Founder and Director of …
Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) has unveiled a new gin brand, Gilbey’s Mixed Berries Flavour. The introduction of Gilbey’s Mixed Berries Flavour follows a successful revamp of the gin category by …
It was an intense day of 5-a-side football at the Burhani Sports Club during the Red Bull Neymar Jr’s Five Mombasa qualifier yesterday as 60 teams battled it out to …
Microwaves have become an integral part of our lives. Anyone with an instantaneous indulgence utilizes a countertop microwave to quickly prepare a tasty and healthy meal cooked efficiently in the …
There are so many television sets in Kenya currently. It is, therefore, an uphill task to choose a TV set that suits your needs. TV manufacturers are rushing against time, …
In 2019, Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority released a report that stated that vehicles stuck in traffic potentially cost Kenya almost 100 billion shillings a year in lost productivity. Nairobi …
Gone are the days when every cartoon program or animation was fit for children. The world has changed, thanks to technology and programs are pushing different agendas which if left …
As part of its dedication to helping the African music industry unlock its full potential, music streaming platform Boomplay’s data will now be added to the data that informs the …
Kenya’s three cities have serious political and administrative governance problems. From the skyscrapers of Upper Hill overlooking Kibra, Nyali’s beachfront properties are barely thirty minutes from Owino Ouru’s shanties to …
On the latest episode of Marketplace Africa, CNN explores Rwanda’s efforts to diversify its tourism industry as it looks to recover economically from the losses caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. …
The world we live in keeps on evolving. With each passing day, parenting takes a new shift, and therefore, the need for parents and guardians to adapt in order to …
OPPO has officially released the all-new ColorOS12 operating system for its global users, a week after the release of its pilot version, and becoming one of the first OEMs to …
DB Schenker has joined forces with BURN Manufacturing for a social project that will supply modern, commercial cookstoves to the Muungano Wa Wajane women’s group in Kenya. Muungano Wa Wajane …
Solicitation of a minor involves asking or engaging in a conversation with a minor and during the course of that conversation, asking the minor for a physical meeting.
SBM Bank (Kenya) Limited has announced a Voluntary Employment Separation Scheme (VESS) open to all its interested employees. This follows the approval by the Board of Directors of the implementation …
Ian Fernandes, former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mediamax Networks, MD of Nation Broadcasting and Digital, and MD of KTN has been appointed to the Board of Engage BCW, a …
There are so many factors that determine how powerful a smartphone is. For years, the battery was the least of things one could check out before deciding the kind of …
We are living at a time where technology has changed everything. The world is constantly changing with new trends coming up every day. Having kids and bringing them upright at …
We are living at a time where a mobile phone is everything. Having a smartphone right now is like having the whole world in your hands. With a mobile right …
OPPO Kenya has launched a mobile photography competition with an aim to support the continued revival of local tourism by encouraging more Kenyans to visit the national parks and game …
Kenya has amazing talents. Each day, both young and old Kenyans try to come up with something new and innovative to better their lives. Some have gone as far as …
Overselling of loans is to blame for Kenya’s poor savings culture, as the country’s savings ratio is still lagging behind its peers at 12 percent. Maisha Microfinance Chief Executive Ireneus …
Del Monte Kenya Limited (DMKL), Kenya’s largest producer of pineapple products and fruit beverages, has been recognized as the Best Exporter in East Africa in 2020, in the Kenya Ports …
“When you come to a place like Kenya, you do not sleep!” These are the words of a renowned influencer, Khalid Ali Ameri from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, as …
Nestlé Kenya has launched a public awareness campaign to increase healthy breakfast consumption and create awareness on the role it plays in alleviating deficiencies associated with malnutrition. The #BrekoYaEverydayNi? campaign, targeting …
Family Bank has expanded its branch network to 93 branches across the country with the opening of a new branch in Isiolo County bringing services even closer to customers in the …
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