As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and transform various industries, a prevailing concern has arisen: Will AI render human labor obsolete? Reports highlighting automation, robotic workers, and self-driving vehicles …
Gen Z has emerged as a key demographic in shaping the future of mobile technology, not just in Kenya, but around the world. As digital natives, their preferences and behaviors …
The State Department of Investment Promotion (SDIP) and The Netherlands Business Hub Kenya (NLBH) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, with the objective to further strengthen the commitment between both …
Stanbic Bank Kenya has been named the ‘Best Pan-African Bank for SMEs’ at the EMEA Finance African Banking Awards 2024. Stanbic Bank Kenya’s commitment to SME growth extends beyond financial …
Kenya has emerged as a top beneficiary, ranking second across the African continent, with 235 entrepreneurs selected in the 2025 Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship 2025 cohort. Each of them will receive …
The World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally is a prestigious global motorsport event that not only puts Kenya on the international rallying map but also serves as a significant driver …
APA Apollo Group has been awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing innovative, relevant, expert, and professional insurance and investment solutions. This certification, …
LG Electronics (LG), has been named to Fast Company’s The World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 list in the automotive category. This recognition highlights LG’s strong performance and continuing success as …
More than 100 tea industry students and professionals have been equipped to handle troublesome tea pests following a two-week course by The Lipton Tea Innovation & Technology Academy. The Integrated …
As mobile gaming continues to shape the way people entertain themselves, eSports has emerged as one of the hottest trends of the new generation. Representing the energy of users worldwide, …
Africa has the youngest population in the world, with 70 percent of sub-Saharan Africa under the age of 30. Such a high number of young people is an opportunity for …
Crown Paints PLC has committed KES 2.6 million to sponsor the Kenya Men’s 7s team, Shujaa, for the 2025 HSBC Sevens series. The sponsorship includes KES 1.6 million in cash …
Standard Chartered Bank posted a profit after tax of 20 shillings billion in 2023, marking a significant increase of 6.23 billion shillings from the previous year. The impressive growth was …
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced improved financial results for the year ended 31 December 2024, with net earnings rising by 28 percent to Ksh 20.9 billion from Ksh 16. …
Dementia is rapidly emerging as one of Kenya’s most pressing health challenges, yet it remains largely misunderstood, often ignored, and wrapped in stigma. Thousands of families struggle in silence. When …
Al Capone was a ruthless gangster during America’s prohibition era, 1920 to 1933. He exploited prohibition laws to build an empire and along the way left a series of murders, …
The Old Mutual Group announced a KES 1.1 billion increase in profit after tax from continuing operations for the year 2024, rising from KES 0.2 billion profit in 2023 to …
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is facing significant challenges in its efforts to deploy primary school teachers to junior secondary schools (JSS). Despite keeping the online application portal open for …
Rubis Energy Kenya has expanded its petroleum product market share by bailing out the National Oil Corporation (NOC) of Kenya Ltd. Rubis Energy Kenya has partnered with NOC Kenya through …
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has opened Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands and Hyatt House Nairobi Westlands, the first dual- Hyatt branded project in Africa that offer travelers and World of …
Kenya Airways (KQ) has teamed up with the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally 2025 to promote sports tourism and position Kenya as a premier destination for sports and safari …
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is set to employ at least 18,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers by December 2025 for a one-year internship term. According to TSC, this …
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa, in partnership with Carrefour, has launched an exclusive shopping campaign featuring special discounts and giveaways. Dubbed the LG Brand Festival, the campaign, which runs from March …
Carrefour, which Majid Al Futtaim owns the exclusive rights to operate in Kenya, announces the launch of its 24/7 express grocery delivery service in Nairobi, Diani, and Nyali, the first …
Mwai Kibaki was Kenya’s longest-serving Finance Minister, holding the position from 1969 to 1982. It was during his leadership that Kenya adopted an import substitution policy, in short, it actively …
Ride-hailing company Bolt is ramping up efforts to capture a larger share of Kenya’s corporate transport sector, positioning itself as a more cost-effective alternative to existing players. The company says …
Epson has been recognized as the 6th most innovative company in the prestigious Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2025 ranking, announced by global information services firm Clarivate Plc. This marks …
The National Oil Corporation of Kenya Ltd (NOC) has entered into a strategic partnership with RUBiS Energy Kenya, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of Kenya’s oil and gas …
I often take my kids out over the weekend. One of the weekends, a friend referred me to the Hub Part at the Hub Karen. It was one of the …
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is set to employ at least 18,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) intern teachers by December 2025 for a one-year internship term. According to TSC, this …
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) held a high-level roundtable with the private sector to address key tax-related challenges and explore solutions aimed at enhancing business competitiveness and investment growth in …
Little has officially launched MySalary, an innovative on-demand salary access platform designed to revolutionize how employees across Africa access their earned wages. By breaking away from traditional monthly pay cycles, MySalary empowers employees with …
At the height of the 2022 general elections and campaigns in Kenya, apart from the Presidential one, the Nairobi Gubernatorial race was out of this world, marred with heat and …
A Kenyan entrepreneur has introduced a game-changing solution designed to bridge the gap between service providers and customers through the launch of a dual app called DigiVend. DigiVend is a revolutionary …
Sophos has unveiled the results of a new independent study to quantify the financial impact of various cyber security controls on cyber insurance claims. The study reveals the different impact …
GlaxoSmithKline Limited (GSK) in Kenya has officially changed its legal entity name to Haleon Kenya Limited. Haleon was launched as an independent consumer health company on 18 July 2022, following …
Uchumi Supermarkets CEO Mohamed Mohamed secured a major victory in mid-May 2019 when Jittery and impatient suppliers agreed to give his team time to implement the retailer’s Company Voluntary Agreement …
SGA Security visited the Pumwani Maternity Hospital in Nairobi, where they donated essential maternity items such as newborn care packs. The maternity newborn care pack items donated included diapers and …
Absa Bank Kenya has flagged off a delegation of Business Club members to the United States of America for a sequence of business engagements aimed at aiding them tap into …
Content piracy is an insidious global challenge undermining the integrity of multiple creative industries, destroying careers and placing individual users of illicit content at great personal risk. As a global …
HQ Kenya House has officially opened its doors at Tatu City, establishing itself as the second outlet in the world for the US-based HQ House brand. This expansion further solidifies …
Women in Tech, a global community dedicated to supporting women in the technology sector, has officially launched its Kenya Chapter in Nairobi. “Women in Tech aims to empower five million …
Kenyan Gen Zs are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance their daily lives, build careers, and stay competitive in a fast-evolving digital landscape. From creative endeavors to practical …
Avenews, a fintech revolutionizing agricultural financing, has announced a significant financing amount of 2.5 Billion Shillings for lending to agri-SMEs in Kenya. Since its establishment in 2017, Avenews has been …
International Housing Solutions (IHS) Kenya, a developer of green affordable housing and KCB Bank, have entered into a partnership to accelerate the development of green affordable homes in Kenya. IHS …
Uchumi Supermarkets Plc formed a subsidiary dubbed Kasarani Mall Ltd in 2001 and pumped KES 109.8 Million. Kasarani Mall was to drive the retailer’s expansion plan. It bought 20 acres …
Trade between Kenya and South Sudan is set to receive a significant transformation following the launch of trade facilitation centres in Kainuk, Lodwar, and Kakuma areas. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) …
We live in a generation where much of our lives reside online. In the digital world, we do our banking, music purchases, bill paying, social planning, and even parts of …
Carrefour, operated in Kenya by Majid Al Futtaim, has launched its inaugural ‘Brand Festival’, promising shoppers massive discounts and exciting rewards. Running from March 14 to 27, 2025, the festival …
The UK-Kenya Tech Hub, in partnership with ViKtoria Ventures and the African Angel Academy (AAA), today launched the Angel Leads Program, an initiative designed to cultivate Kenya’s next generation of …
Stanbic Bank Kenya has financed a significant fleet acquisition deal, enabling Vivo Energy Kenya to secure 69 state-of-the-art Hyundai Tucson vehicles for its sales teams. This milestone partnership brings together …
The controversy surrounding President William Ruto’s 20 million shillings pledge to Jesus Winners Ministry has rekindled the fate of Uchumi Supermarkets Plc, once Kenya’s largest retail chain and a contributor …
Kidney disease in Kenya and globally is on the rise with approximately four million Kenyans (1 in every 10 people) having some form of kidney disease according to statistics from …
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has addressed concerns regarding delays in payments for some examiners who administered the 2024 national examinations. In a statement released on Wednesday, March 12, …
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is seeking parliamentary approval for an additional Sh17 billion to facilitate the second phase of the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and address other pressing …
The Human Resources field has undergone significant evolution to adapt to the changing needs of the workplace. A pertinent example of this evolution is illustrated by Elon Musk’s recent initiative …
Meru County has become the latest beneficiary of 20X Entrepreneur’s transformative initiative, ‘Chanuka, Jipange na Opportunities,’ aimed at addressing the region’s high unemployment rate. The program, which focuses on training …
Business ownership increased by 7 percentage points (pp) in 2025, while full-time employment — as the main source of income — declined by 5 pp year-on-year. According to Tala’s MoneyMarch …
Eighteen people have been arrested in Eastleigh, Nairobi City County, in connection to a well-deliberated, complex tax evasion scheme involving ‘cargo dumping’ aimed at evading tax payment. Kenya Revenue Authority …
Kenya has hosted the largest Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference in Africa, solidifying its status as the continent’s Silicon Savannah. This significant event, organized by Microsoft as part of its global …
Technology company Telkom Kenya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with mobile equipment vendors Rakuten Symphony and Airspan Networks. This collaboration will see the parties invest in a joint laboratory …
Over 60 women with children under 5 in Kilifi County benefited from a comprehensive, day-long health and nutrition workshop organized by Pwani Oil Products Limited in collaboration with Vipingo Clinic. The event, …
Kenyans are spending more on education, electricity, and groceries according to a new survey by Kenya’s leading digital lender, Tala. The detailed survey shows how Kenyan households have been utilizing …
Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) has unveiled its latest product, an alcohol-free cider, as it expands its portfolio to capture the consumer who occasionally prefers or desires to switch to …
It has emerged that the government to President Samia Suluhu Hassan often uses influencers from Kenya to push its agenda and not those from within the country. From bashing the …
Ever heard of a saving that Nairobi ni shamba la mawe? (Nairobi is a concrete jungle where nothing planted can barely survive). And indeed, Nairobi is a tough place where survival is …
The Ministry of Health has announced a significant increase in the daily funding allocated for Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependency Unit (HDU) services under the Social Health Authority …
Absa Bank Kenya gathered women in business and colleagues to celebrate the progress the bank has made in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Over the years, the …
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is currently in the process of issuing appointment letters to newly recruited teachers who will replace those who have exited the service due to natural …
In the world of business, few stories capture the spirit of reinvention, resilience, and bold ambition quite like that of John Mwaura, the CEO of Finsco Africa. From humble beginnings …
President Donald Trump’s policies have continued to wreck havoc on the US Stocks, whipping out trillions of dollars with analysts saying that the worst is yet to come. On Monday, …
Kenyan businesses reported another improvement in operating conditions in February, continuing the growth streak that began in late-2024, as survey evidence signaled that a greater stabilization of the wider economy …
President William Ruto seems so keen on reclaiming Nairobi River, that flowing sewage that has over tens of years meandered across the city, leaving a terrible smell across its path. …
Police tactical team under Recce Squad has arrested 12 individuals who attempted to access the State House when the President was around. The intentions of the 12 are yet to …
Generative AI has transformed how people interact with technology through prompts, and the next frontier promises an even greater impact. As organizations refine their AI strategies, we are witnessing the …
To mark International Women’s Day, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Global Compact Network Kenya, and UN Women, joined over 100 stock exchanges …
Farming in Kenya is often regarded as one of the easiest ways to make money. But not just any money—serious, life-changing wealth. Yet, despite the immense potential that agriculture holds, …
The Ministry of Education, under the leadership of Cabinet Secretary (CS) Julius Migos, is expected to release comprehensive guidelines this week on the transition of learners from junior school to …
Human Mobile Devices (HMD), a global leader in innovative smartphone technology, has put the human back into the smart story at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. HMD debuts new …
Kenya’s GDP is expected to grow at 4.9 percent in 2025, characterized by sectoral rotation from agriculture to construction and financial services. This is according to the latest stats contained …
Irvine Partners Executive Creative Director Emma Cox was named Creative Professional of the Year at the SABRE EMEA Awards. Emma leads creative strategy for Irvine Partners’ clients across Africa, the …
The Mastercard Foundation has launched a new podcast that seeks to challenge, motivate, and inspire the next generation to lead with purpose and to act with courage. Transcending Boundaries – …
With the rise of digital transformation in recent years, businesses have become increasingly reliant on multiple partners and suppliers. This shift has led to more complex IT infrastructures and significantly …
Kingsmead Junior School students will now travel safely, reliably, and with renewed enthusiasm for learning—thanks to a new, zero-mileage school bus acquired through MyCredit Limited’s innovative Kuza Elimu financing. For …
APA Insurance has once again cemented its position as a leader in the Kenyan insurance sector, securing multiple prestigious accolades at the 2024 Association of Kenya Insurers (AKI) Awards. Among …
Spiro Kenya has partnered with Revitalize Homes and Gardens for their GATHER and GROW initiative to combine Spiro’s commitment to sustainable mobility with community-led economic development by supporting women riders …
Kenya announced the plan of buying back the 7-year tenor USD 900.0 million Eurobond tenders issued in 2019 with a maturity of May 2027. In the announcement, Kenya stated that the …
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young professionals by inducting 21 Kenyan graduates into its Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP). The young graduates have …
There are numerous unconfirmed reports that the Bomas of Kenya, one of Kenya’s iconic places that is full of our national heritage, tradition, and history, has been sold to a …
Mary Mulili was appointed the CEO of UBA Kenya, becoming the first woman to head the bank in Kenya in its more than 11 years of existence in the Kenyan …
With the current economy, everyone in business is praying to have a client who will keep them afloat. With many companies cutting down marketing budgets, hiring, and making new investments, …
For the past two decades, the Kenyan real estate market has grown exponentially as evidenced by its contribution to the country’s GDP which grew from 10.5 percent in 2000 to …
In the quiet hours of March 5, 2025, Tanzania bid farewell to one of its most distinguished sons, Professor Philemon Mikol Sarungi, who passed away peacefully in Dar es Salaam …
Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has warned Kenyans to expect heavier than usual rainfall that will pound most parts of the country, including Nairobi. According to the weatherman, the rain …
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series launched in Kenya on January 22, 2025, setting a new standard as a true AI companion with the most natural and context-aware mobile experiences ever …
Iconic beer brand Heineken has unveiled this year’s Uefa Champions League (UCL) campaign in Kenya, promising exciting and memorable experiences for football fans and consumers alike, including receiving the Uefa …
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has established a new department named the Micro & Small Taxpayers (MST) Department that will mainly focus on medium and small businesses across the country. This …
The Cereal Millers Association (CMA) strongly refutes the misleading claims published in sections of the media, suggesting that millers have prioritized wheat imports over local wheat to the detriment of …
OPPO has announced its enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, positioning itself as a leader in AI experiences by delivering comprehensive, secure, and continuously evolving AI solutions at OPPO AI Tech …
Kenyans on Twitter (KOT) have raised concerns over Farmers Choice’s recent promotion of chicken products, accusing the company of misleading consumers by marketing Ugandan-imported chicken as locally sourced. The backlash …
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