Financial services firm, Britam launched, Bima Ya Mwananchi, an affordable inpatient medical cover targeting lower-income families, that can be taken up by a principal member or a member of their …
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Primary and secondary schools began their academic activities for the year 2022 on April 26th, and they returned for half term on the 26th of last June until the 29th …
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Over the years, cryptocurrencies have gained enormous popularity, making people adopt them as a tool for financial transactions. In fact, cryptocurrencies have delivered several benefits, such as minimal transaction fees, …
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Category of parents has stated that they will not allow their children to attend school until the political situation is safe for the students. According to the chair of the …
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Westlands Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi has retained his seat after garnering 58,408 votes beating his closest rival Nelson Havi who managed 19,000 votes. Tears of joy engulfed the city …
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Returning Officer for Embakasi East Tallying Centre has gone missing. Addressing the nation, the IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati said that Daniel Musyoka was …
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According to the Ministry of Education, all private schools must have acceptable learning and teaching facilities in order to be approved for junior secondary school. Fatuma Chege, the State Department …
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Today, millions of Kenyans are connected to the internet. The communications authority of Kenya sector statistics reports ending March 2022 shows that current internet subscriptions stand at 46.5 million. With …
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Save the Children has launched an ambitious strategy targeting more than one million marginalized and vulnerable children in Kenya, in the next three years. The 2022-2024 Country Strategic Plan will …
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Bank of Kigali has booked KES926 million (Rwf8.1 billion, ($7.9 million) new customer deposits from Rwandans in diaspora within four months. The cash deposits were collected from existing and new …
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The Kenya National Examination Council, KNEC, KCSE examination timetable is one of the key factors determining how the candidates will perform in their national examinations. It offers a comprehensive guide …
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Kenya is one of the countries in the world where citizens express themselves freely on the internet without fear of being intimidated. But with the freedom of the internet (protected …
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Virtual Pay International Limited is pleased to announce that it has been granted authorization as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) to carry out Payment Gateway Services in compliance with the National …
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Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa is said to have shot an opponent’s aid in the forehead, killing him instantly in Kimilili during the counting of votes on Tuesday at …
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Education Cabinet Secretary, George Magoha on Monday, August 8, 2022, noted that students will only report back to school from midterm break if the environment is safe after the General …
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The Kenya National Examination Council, KNEC, uses a standardized grading system to award marks and evaluate the overall academic performance of students who sit for the KCSE exams annually. As …
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LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled its latest Side-by-Side and Top Freezers refrigerators with new design innovations and upgraded features for 2022. Delivering sophisticated style and improved user convenience, the sleek, one …
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It’s been over 10 years since Kenya set a constitutional requirement of having at least one-third female members of parliament. Long after the deadline, the country still has the lowest …
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There have been concerns about the availability of the 100-shilling subsidized unga with Kenyans saying that the unga disappeared from the shelves immediately after the announcement was made. There have …
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Technology has been a key enabler in the growth of businesses in the country. Its contribution particularly to online businesses has been notable. Online business is now a booming frontier …
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Your health is one of the most important things in life and as they say, you only have yourself to protect. However hard we strive to remain healthy; we never …
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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, announced that newly recruited teachers will be reporting to their respective working stations starting October 2022. To help fill the staffing gap in public primary …
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General elections in Kenya are now just a stone’s throw away, and the campaigns are entering the homestretch. Actors in the political space are doing all they can to attract …
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The general elections in Kenya are expected to occur on August 9, 2022. It is one of the elections that will be anchored on technology and communications more than ever …
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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has made changes on how to employ teachers to ensure that there is fairness. However, with the new changes, the Commission intends to implement, teachers …
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Mdundo A/S has recorded 20.3 million monthly active users in June 2022, beating the upgraded expected target of 19 – 20 million for the month, a growth of 74% compared …
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The famous adage ‘necessity is the mother of invention’ rings true for writer turned sports photographer Frank Darkwah. Earlier, when writing about Ghanaian football games Frank often faced a dearth …
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By Elizabeth Wasunna Last month, the world celebrated the 5th anniversary of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises Day – MSME Day – with a focus on the need to raise …
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NCBA Bank has, for the third time in a row, been recognized as the preferred bank in asset finance in the banking category at the Transport & Logistics Excellence Awards …
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There has been a gradual increase in the number of women seated at the table when comparing boardrooms from today with those from just before the century. Women have had …
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BURN Manufacturing USA LLC, an international designer and manufacturer of high-efficiency biomass, LPG, and electrical cookstoves based in Nairobi, Kenya has been awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification for its implementation of …
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The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) pays a monthly hardship allowance to a section of teachers. This is an allowance that is paid to teachers deployed in designated hardship areas. The …
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The Board of Britam Holdings Plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Tom Gitogo as the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer effective 1st September 2022, subject …
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Mi Vida Homes today announced the successful completion of Mi Vida at Garden City, a mid-market housing development that is its first in a planned KES 12 billion investment roll-out …
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At least 180,000 smallholder tea farmers under the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) have voluntarily taken up health insurance with Britam through the Emerging Business Unit segment. KTDA is a …
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Serviced Apartment Operator – Somerset Westview Nairobi has set up its own Chef’s Kitchen & Herb Garden and portable apartment gardens in an effort to become a more sustainable Aparthotel. …
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Having a child is a dream for many families and couples in the world of today. However, infertility remains an impediment to the realization of these aspirations. Research from the …
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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has an announced internal vacancy following the exits of staff. The Commission invites applications from qualified, experienced, result-oriented, and highly motivated candidates to fill the …
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ndovu, Africa’s leading wealth management platform that provides easy access to financial markets, today announced a strategic partnership with Tulix, an Antler & Catalyst Fund portfolio company. The partnership will …
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There have been discussions on the role of Kenya’s mainstream media, in the upcoming general elections set for August 9, 2022. At the core of concerns has been the perception …
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Sarova Panafric is set to host the Big Honey Brunch tailored towards offering customers an extensive spread of delighting cuisine in partnership with Jack Daniels. The Big Honey Brunch will be hosted …
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Teachers are set to smile all the to the bank should the ongoing negotiation with the employer, the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, on salary increments bear fruits. According to KNUT …
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Africa has witnessed impressive growth in many economies over the last decade. Many factors have contributed to this phenomenon. The vibrant SME sector is one of them. The sector has …
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Data from the Kenya Fertility Society indicate that 2 in every 10 couples in the country face fertility issues. But thanks to the advancement of technology in infertility therapy, these …
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East African Breweries PLC (EABL) has reported 109.4 billion shillings in net sales for the full year ended 30 June 2022, representing a 27 percent growth compared to the same …
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Absa Bank Kenya has announced that it will invest more than 2 billion shillings this year in technological upgrades that significantly improve customers’ banking experiences. Part of this investment has …
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It is in the final stage of the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, deployment of all deserving primary school teachers who have pursued degree programs to junior schools. In comparison to …
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By Parag Mendiratta Uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) are a crucial piece of technology wherever critical or sensitive equipment requires constant and clean power, from medical facilities and data centers to …
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In the ongoing efforts to increase financial inclusion in the country, Zamara Group CEO Sundeep Raichura has urged the sector players to take up the roles of financial inclusion, training, …
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Kenya is now a few days away from the general elections. This election has been described by experts as a “high stake” election since it involves a change of regime. …
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Centum Investment Company Plc shareholders are set for a 391 million shillings dividend payout, marking a 77 percent increase in dividend payout compared to the KES219 million paid in the …
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Smartphone manufacturer TECNO has partnered with restaurant chain Artcaffe for a one-of-a-kind event dubbed #CAMONAndSip – to give its users an experience of low-light photography while enjoying dance and cocktails. …
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WorldRemit has released the results of a survey it conducted in July to understand the impact of the global rise in the cost of living on remittances sent back home …
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Thinking about the future of food safety in our region takes me straight to a starting point that is absolutely certain. And that change will happen as we progress. Technologies …
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This month of July, the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, will pay a salary increment to a number of teachers. According to the Commission, they will affect pay rise to teachers …
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As the election season enters the home straight, political parties have launched their commitments to prospective voters through various manifestos. Regardless of which political philosophy one follows, this year’s major …
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Death is inevitable. It comes when one least expects it. Sometimes when it comes, it plugs one that you least expect. It comes uninvited and no one ever gets out …
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LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled the Healthy Home Solutions global campaign, encouraging consumers worldwide to take steps toward a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle at home. The campaign focuses on how …
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AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 Vaccine (ChAdOx1-S [Recombinant]) was effective at preventing COVID-19 infections due to Omicron when used as a fourth dose booster, according to new data from Thailand’s Chiang Mai University.1 In …
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A student’s innovation featuring a website that encourages the public to plant trees has been named the winner of this year’s Game of Learners competition, which has been hosted by …
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BDO East Africa, a public accounting, tax, and advisory firm is planning to start operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo by 1st October tapping into increased opportunities that have …
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Politician and businessman Jimi Wanjigi has termed the numbers published by the Central Bank of Kenya as an outstanding public debt as being fictitious and meant to hoodwink Kenyans into …
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Centum real estate reported 650 million shillings consolidated operating profit for the year ended 31st March 2022, driven by earnings from homes sales and development rights business line. Home sales …
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Sound is everything, whether you are listening to music or watching a movie. In music, the good sound makes you move to the vibration, hitting your ears, and instead of …
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The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has commenced the Country implementation of the Saving Lives and Livelihoods (SLL) initiative in …
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In the past, the currencies of some of the most powerful countries had their values directly linked to gold. Their currencies could be exchanged for a specified amount of gold …
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There are things that we all love to have but sometimes financial constraints come our way. We end up giving up, sitting back, and watching others have them. With the …
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We rarely talk about mental health and accord it the seriousness that it deserves. It is easy for people to notice certain changes in people but rarely do they get …
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is “more than just the absence of mental disorders or disabilities.” World Health Organization stresses that mental health includes the emotional, …
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LG’s 2-Year warranty for all products is a clear sign of the confidence the company has in the quality of the products they produce and sell to their customers.
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Sarova Stanley Hotel in collaboration with the Thailand Embassy in Kenya is hosting the Thai Food Week where guests will get an opportunity to experience and enjoy amazing Thai Cuisines …
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The purpose of running a business is to make money. Right? Otherwise, you wouldn’t be in business. How would you make sure that your business gives you as much money …
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The 2020 Association of Kenya Insurers (AKI) Insurance Industry Report indicates that total gross written premiums in 2020 in agriculture insurance amounted to Kes 1.09 billion, representing a significant 66 …
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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has developed new job grades for teachers under the Career Progression Guidelines, (CPG). These grades replaced the former job groups that were identified by alphabetical …
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By Brenda Too The digital ecosystem in Africa’s Silicon Savannah has very high prospects. As it stands, there are close to 400 fintech startups in the country. In 2020, for …
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Minet Kenya, the administrator of the Teachers’ Medical Scheme, has today enlisted the services of six county government hospitals in Kericho County that will benefit over 8,000 teachers and their …
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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has released a list of 73 deregistered teachers as of July 2022. According to the Commission, the teachers have been removed from the register of …
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Traveling with children is always daunting and can arguably be considered an Olympic sport in itself. From the endless pre-planning required to the actual planning, through to the D-day, there’s …
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Twitter and Amref Health Africa, have announced their continued collaboration to provide skills and capacity-building training in best practices for health reporting. This comes on the heels of the ongoing …
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The debate between the deputy presidential candidate for Kenya Kwanza Rigathi Gachagua and Martha Karua of Azimio was an interesting one but failed to capture real issues. During the whole …
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The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) will begin conducting recruitment interviews for teachers on 20th July 2022. Some candidates have already received SMS invitations to the interviews, which will begin on …
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The Kenyan economy thrives on the wheels of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The sector employs about 86 percent of the population and contributes about 45.5 percent to the country’s …
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Bustanica has opened the doors to the world’s largest hydroponic farm, backed by an investment of US$40m. The facility is the first vertical farm for Emirates Crop One, the joint …
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One of the challenges that face anyone with a substance use disorder (SUD) is finding someone who will listen to them and keep their privacy. There are many people with …
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Mwebaze Isharaza (Ishe) shares the story of a personal addiction struggle of over 20 years. During this season of his life, he lost his relationships, status, and work and faced …
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Kenya is often seen as the emerging cradle of the African economy, but at 3 percent, the country has the third lowest insurance penetration rate in Sub-Saharan Africa with South …
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School ICT champions have been put to task to support the Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) exercise in their schools. This comes as the Teachers Service Commission, TSC releases …
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Britam Holdings Plc and Voltic Kenya, a technology company offering ticket automation and parcel management solutions within the transport sector have partnered to offer a travel insurance service that will …
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Asking why you need Chapa Pay for your business is like asking why you need to take your business online. Honestly, if your business is not both offline and online …
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With the ever-changing daily trends, technology continues to bring a wide range of solutions in all life aspects. One of the greatest inventions ever invented in the laundry world is …
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It is estimated that by 2025, a third of the world will be covered by 5G networks. GSMA Roadmaps for 5G spectrum report projects that these networks will benefit some …
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While climate change may have taken a back seat in a news cycle dominated by COVID-19, war, and the cost-of-living crisis, the risks, and threats associated with our warming planet …
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It is one year down the line since Teachers Unions went to bed with Teacher Service Commission, TSC, and signed a None-Monetary Collective bargaining Agreement 2021-2025. The effects of the …
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It is hard to describe Damaris Mabeya. She is a lady on a mission and one with a will to always press on, from one obstacle to another no matter …
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HMD Global has announced three new Nokia feature phones to offer an alternative for people seeking to escape technology fatigue and ‘always on culture. As a leader in the $1 …
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Women in Kenya have an opportunity to venture in and dominated the fast-growing digital world. According to Mrs. Esther Koimett, The Principal Secretary In the state department of Broadcasting and …
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Absa Bank Kenya, the official private sector sponsor for Team Kenya, has delivered the official traveling kit to the national team ahead of the World Athletics Championships that kick off …
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Proparco, France’s development finance institution, and Ascent Rift Valley Fund II have acquired a majority equity stake in Diani Beach Hospital Limited (“DBH”), the leading healthcare provider on Kenya’s South …
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Civil servants including teachers will soon lose 2 billion shillings weekly from October after the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) set the date for trimming public workers’ juicy allowances. This …
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The United Nations has called upon developing nations to restrict advertisements related to cryptocurrency warning of risks associated with the industry. In a document dubbed “all that glitters is not …