They say Nairobi ni shamba la mawe and literally, it is. Everyone in Nairobi is trying to survive. There are conmen and thieves in virtually every corner of the city. Currently, there …
Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) has affirmed the East African Development Bank’s (EADB) Baa3 long-term issuer rating and maintained a stable outlook. The rating affirmation reflects the EADB’s strong capital position, …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced the re-introduction of a China Desk to offer tailor-made solutions to the growing community of Chinese investors and businesspeople operating in Kenya and the …
Chest pain that feels like pressure or tightness can be an indicator of serious and life-threatening heart disease and should be evaluated promptly ideally in an emergency department. It is …
Imagine sitting in your office, living room, sitting on a bus to a business meeting, or in a lobby waiting to catch a flight, then you realize you need a …
BK Group Plc has launched private banking services for its high-net-worth individuals, setting new standards for the region’s banking industry. The Rwanda Stock Exchange and Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed lender’s private …
They say change is inevitable, whether we’re prepared to welcome it or not, change presents us with the chance to evolve and adapt, it keeps unfolding and before one knows …
AA Kenya has deepened its partnership with Insurance service providers to offer members an enhanced array of Membership propositions. With a strong commitment to supporting motorists across the nation, AA …
From surviving to thriving in the post-COVID world, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya have demonstrated optimism and confidence about the next 12 months. These are the findings of …
Old Mutual Investment Group has urged trustees to Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in their investment decision-making processes to foster responsible investing and promote long-term value creation. The …
Unstoppable Africa 2023 has concluded, leaving a profound mark on the African continent. The two-day Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) event aims to boost Africa’s standing in the global economy …
Opera Mini hits 1 billion downloads worldwide. This week the popular mobile browser, Opera Mini, has achieved a remarkable milestone: 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store. This incredible …
Old Mutual Holdings PLC has recorded a KES 0.2 billion profit before tax for the half-year period ended June 30, 2023. The profit is an improvement from a loss before …
CNN’s Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward travels to the Central African Republic (CAR) – the heart of Wagner’s empire in Africa – weeks after the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin to find Russia appearing to consolidate …
Nigerian pop star Asake –originally Ahmed Ololade – says his name arose as his friends would play with his mum’s name “Asake” and call him “Omo Asake”. Dropping the “Omo” …
The Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Health has unveiled its 2023 cohort, spotlighting 30 transformative startups from across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. After an intensive selection …
Kenya’s largest Sacco in both assets and dividends paid, Stima Sacco, has been awarded as the best Sacco in the country in automotive financing. The award was conferred at the …
Granite Reality Insurance (GRIA) in partnership with Capex Life Assurance in Kenya last week held its Kiambu CEO Breakfast on 21st September 2023 at Windsor Hotel. GRIA is an agency …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has organized a seven-day business tour to Cape Town for its Business Club members. This will take place through organized site visits and one-on-one business networking …
Despite having a population of over 50 million people, Kenya’s insurance penetration rate stands at 1.3 percent, which is relatively low. There are different ways to protect your loved ones to ensure that they lead …
X [Formerly Twitter] has announced they plan to shut down their “Circles” feature as of Oct 31st, 2023. This offering was intended to let users restrict the visibility of tweets so …
In the ever-evolving landscape of smartphone technology, users are always looking for devices that can be pushed to a new limit. With OPPO Kenya’s new release the Reno10 series, the …
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu announced the new grading system for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). The new system which has left tongues wagging is set to take …
All Teachers Service Commission (TSC) field officers who are on leave have been directed to resume work in two weeks without fail. The directive expressly came from the TSC Chief …
Britam General Insurance has unveiled a health insurance package dubbed Milele Junior designed exclusively for children aged between 37 weeks and 18 years. The launch of the medical cover addresses …
One of the biggest challenges facing most industries today is the rising cost and uncertain security of energy. Indeed, such is the concern, that it’s shifted the focus of the …
In a growing concern within Kenya’s poultry industry, farmers are facing substantial losses due to the proliferation of illegal hatcheries and breeder farms, resulting in alarming mortality rates among day-old …
Imagine going to the cinema to watch a long-anticipated film. You’ve read the reviews. You’ve queued up. You’ve bought snacks and turned off your phone. You enter the auditorium ready …
SGA Security Kenya has signed a KES. 1 million sponsorship deal ahead of the 2023 Africa Concours d’Elegance organized by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club. The event will be held …
Family Bank has today unveiled an exclusive woman banking proposition dubbed ‘Queen Banking’ and set aside KES 50 billion kitties for the next 2 years to cater to the diverse individual and …
Friends of Karura (FKF) is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated 2023 FKF Anniversary Race, an annual celebration of their mission to preserve Nairobi’s most significant indigenous forest, the Karura …
The Tony Elumelu Foundation, UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited (GenU), and IKEA Foundation have partnered to launch a pioneering Green Entrepreneurship Program that is aimed at empowering African youth and tackling the …
Imagine yourself in a ‘’kozi’’ airplane seat, securely fastened and eager for the adventure ahead. The cabin crew welcomes you with radiant smiles, radiating a warmth reminiscent of a tropical …
As the technology landscape evolves each day, companies are faced with the critical decision of whether to migrate entirely to the cloud or continue maintaining on-premises data centers. While cloud …
Kenya Consumer Organization (KCO) is gravely concerned about the alarming conditions prevailing in many slaughterhouses across Kenya. KCO is sounding the alarm on the potential health risks posed by these …
Lancet Series on small vulnerable newborns calls for standardization of data, technology, and quality pre-natal information as national preventive measures to curb the high rate of newborns born too small …
Old Mutual Group has appointed Loreen Makwanya as its new Managing Director, to head its Life Insurance business. Loreen brings to the new role a wealth of experience, having worked …
Air-France KLM group airline expects Available Seats per Kilometer (ASK) among its airlines to go back to 2019 levels from 2024. This follows an increase in passenger capacity in the …
Internet advertising will overtake traditional TV revenue from 2026 according to Price Waterhouse Coopers. According to the research, the influence of TV in Kenya in setting the agenda in advertising …
LG Electronics has rolled out new energy-efficient technologies and products, reaffirming its commitment to realizing a sustainable future. The products which include an LG Therma VTM R290 Monobloc Air-to-Water Heat Pump …
Google has revealed that searches for artificial intelligence, or AI, are at an all-time high in Kenya. Search trends show that people have searched for AI more than ever in …
Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today released findings on a major shā zhū pán (pig butchering) operation utilizing fake trading pools of cryptocurrency …
The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI), the leading platform for promoting business, trade, and investment across the continent, is pleased to announce the lineup for its flagship event ‘Unstoppable Africa’ …
LG Electronics has kicked off the rollout of its reinvented brand identity across the globe under the new Life’s Good global campaign. This is in line with its recent declaration …
Kenyans living in the US stand to gain from a new banking product that allows users to earn interest and pay reduced fees on international remittances. The new product dubbed …
In today’s fast-paced business environment, machinery is the backbone of productivity. Whether you run a small bakery, a large manufacturing plant, or a cutting-edge tech company, you rely on machines …
Technology has changed virtually everything within and without the banking sector, within and without Kenya. Initially, banks all over the world were dominated by brick and mortar. People visited banking …
The Shangazi Power Network held its first successful training session with a rallying call for women within and without activism to come out, tell their stories, and air their views …
As photo and video content has transformed the way we communicate with each other, today’s smartphone users expect more out of the camera on their phones. In response to this, …
Old Mutual Kenya (OMK) has opened a second full-suite branch in the coastal city of Mombasa, as part of a business strategy hinged on providing integrated solutions addressing customers’ financial …
The entertainment landscape keeps on evolving, not just in Kenya but around the world too. In the middle of all this evolution, one company has consistently pushed the boundaries of …
Three Hundred Kibo motorbike riders yesterday took part in a challenging 90-kilometre, six-hour challenge from Nairobi to Naivasha in what was the biggest corporate ride in Kenya aimed at providing …
Responding to the urgent need to support positive responses to diversity, the Global Centre for Pluralism today announced 10 finalists for the 2023 Global Pluralism Award. Selected from among 200 submissions from 60 …
Women in East Africa, like in many parts of the world, face numerous challenges when it comes to having their voices heard, amplified, and empowered. These challenges are deeply rooted …
Technology firms CloudHop and Cloudflare have launched a strategic partnership to provide the distribution of technology solutions that will enhance cyber security using advanced measures to protect digital assets and …
Transport and logistics firm Siginon Group has achieved five-star transporter status following this year’s Bamburi Cement Plc transporters safety award. The annual awards audit 5-pillars to gauge transporters’ performance while …
Flutterwave, Africa’s largest payment service provider, has revealed that it is planning to pump at least 7.3 billion shillings into the Kenyan market as soon as its license to operate …
Nairobi contributes about 27.5 percent to Kenya’s gross domestic product (GDP). It is one of the counties that is backbone the of Kenya’s economy, doubling up as the capital city …
OPPO launched two massive phones on the Kenyan market; OPPO Reno10 and OPPO Reno10 Pro. One might ask, what is the difference between these two phones? What drives one to …
Emirates SkyCargo is now live on CargoAi’s marketplace solution, CargoMART, further advancing its digital customer experience and optimizing the booking process with real-time information. The partnership launched in the Netherlands, …
OLA Energy Kenya has today officially opened the expanded OLA Energy Buruburu service station which now includes a service center, diverse eateries, a pharmacy, and a convenience store making it …
Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA), the agency mandated to implement the Konza Technopolis project, has today announced the appointment of its CEO, Mr. John Paul Okwiri. John Paul Okwiri is …
Britam General Insurance has launched an Aviation insurance solution that will provide cover for individuals and businesses engaged in the aviation Industry. The solutions include Crew Personal Accident Cover, Airport …
The top management at UBA Bank Kenya, led by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Chike Isiuwe, is spending time with enterprising women brought together by the Nyayo Moms Sokos and …
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 …
In the heart of Kenya’s vibrant youth population lies a golden opportunity that promises to revolutionize the way we perceive waste management, even as the country joins the rest of …
The Aga Khan University Hospital has commissioned a biomass boiler to power its heating system, abandoning diesel as the source of energy for the boiler. The biomass facility will reduce …
Africa is a sleeping giant in renewable energy potential, with only seven percent of its vast geothermal, wind, and solar energy potential currently being used. This is despite a huge …
The total number of children in Kenya displaced within the country by climate-induced disasters increased sevenfold last year, said Save the Children, as policymakers meet this week in Nairobi to …
OPPO, a leading global smart devices brand, has today launched its newest additions to its Reno series in Kenya. OPPO introduced its first-ever telephoto portrait camera to the Reno10 series, …
Opera is launching its free data campaign in Ethiopia. Partnering with the Kenyan telecommunications company Safaricom – which recently entered the Ethiopian market – the move follows Opera’s strategy of …
X, formerly Twitter has been a buzz in Kenya in the past few days after a guy who sells eggs and smokies in Nairobi CBD asked Kenyans on X to …
The August Stanbic Bank Kenya PMI pointed to a slight improvement in the health of the private sector for the first time in seven months, as output and new orders …
Devki Group has taken the lead in reducing its carbon footprint with a 4MWp rooftop solar plant deployed at the Ruiru Devki Steel manufacturing site, installed by Distributed Power Africa …
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 …
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