Microsoft to invest $1 billion in the Kenyan digital economy

Staff WriterMay 22, 2024

Microsoft has announced that it will in partnership with G42 and other stakeholders invest $1 billion in the Kenyan Digital Economy. One of the Kenyan invest...

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Jambojet flights to Zanzibar to commence on July 1st

Staff WriterMay 22, 2024

Jambojet the lowcost carrier has announced that flights on its new Mombasa-Zanzibar route will commences on July 1st, 2024. The route is set to redefine travel...

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Kingdom Bank opens its 21st branch in Kitale town

Staff WriterMay 20, 2024

Kingdom Bank has announced the opening of its 21st branch in Kitale Town, Trans Nzoia County.  This marks a significant milestone in the Bank's mission to enhan...

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Lake Turkana Wind Power appoints Max Schiff as the CEO

Staff WriterMay 20, 2024

The Board of Directors of Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) have announced the appointment of Max Schiff as Chief Executive Officer, LTWP, effective 1st April 2024...

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There is a lot to be learned from Africa’s small business success stories

Staff WriterMay 16, 2024

Africa is often hailed as the birthplace of some of the world’s most exciting tech startups. From Cape to Cairo, small businesses across the continent have beco...

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Ayra Starr is the Spotify EQUAL Africa ambassador for May

Staff WriterMay 16, 2024

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Ayra Starr, known for her hits such as Rush, Sability and Rhythm & Blues, and more, takes the spotlight for Spotify EQUAL Africa a...

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Communication Authority unveils its 5th Strategic Plan for 2023-2027

Staff WriterMay 16, 2024

The Communication Authority (CA) has launched its 5th Strategic Plan for 2023-2027. The plan reflects its commitment to ensuring that all Kenyans have access to...

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Samsung update to enable users enjoy mobile AI experience

Staff WriterMay 14, 2024

Samsung has announced the availability of Galaxy AI features on an extended lineup of Galaxy devices, made possible through a new One UI 6.1 update. Engineered...

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Airbus reports First Quarter 2024 results

Staff WriterMay 14, 2024

Airbus SE has reported consolidated financial results for its First Quarter (Q1) ended 31 March 2024. Gross commercial aircraft orders totalled 170 (Q1 2023:...

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Jambojet launches a Sustainability Challenge at the Kitenge Fashion Festival

Staff WriterMay 13, 2024

Jambojet has launched the Jambojet Sustainability Challenge in the annual Kitenge Fashion Festival. With winners being awarded up to ksh.400,000 plus return tri...

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How to support your introverted child in socializing

Staff WriterMay 13, 2024

Introversion is a natural personality trait characterized by a preference for solitary activities and a tendency to avoid social gatherings. Introversion may no...

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Support by Google for those affected by Kenya’s flood crisis 

Staff WriterMay 13, 2024

Kenya is grappling with one of the worst flooding disasters in its recent history. The past weeks have seen catastrophic floods and mudslides tear through the c...

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HMD relaunches the iconic Nokia 3210

Staff WriterMay 9, 2024

Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the manufacturer of Nokia phones, has announced the comeback of the iconic Nokia 3210. This mobile phone was a defining piece of te...

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Africa’s soil health crisis demands immediate attention

Staff WriterMay 8, 2024

Soil serves as the foundation of life on our planet, yet the demands humans place on this vital resource are rapidly approaching critical thresholds.  The co...

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Africa’s food future: Scaling up proven solutions

Staff WriterMay 8, 2024

As former UN and current African Union Food Systems Envoys, we have firsthand experience of the complex challenges confronting Africa's food systems. Despite th...

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Government must not replicate discriminatory, arbitrary nature of vetting in new ID guidelines

Staff WriterMay 8, 2024

The Government of Kenya has taken an important step,by recognizing ID vetting as discriminatory and acknowledging changes are needed to align the ID registratio...

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Xiaomi to give discounts on Redmi phones in a sales promotion campaign

Staff WriterMay 6, 2024

Xiaomi Kenya has announced the launch of its highly anticipated May Sales Promotion campaign. The campaign which will run from the 6th to the 31st of May offers...

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Tems to release her debut album ‘Born In The Wild’ this month

Staff WriterMay 6, 2024

Tems, a GRAMMY Award-winning, Oscar nominated, Lagos, Nigeria-based singer, songwriter, and producer has announced her highly-anticipated debut studio album Bor...

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Internet Computer accelerates global expansion after ICP Global community townhall

Staff WriterMay 4, 2024

Following a historical 24 hours / 12 segments ICP Global Community Townhall hosted on “X” which drew an audience of over 1.5 million attendees, Internet Comput...

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Payless a fintech company launches with plans to disrupt the payments landscape

Staff WriterMay 3, 2024

Payless Africa a pioneering fintech company, has been launched in the Kenya market. Payless is poised to become a disruptive force in the payments landscape, he...

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Here is why hybrid CFOs in manufacturing need to focus on their operational agility

Staff WriterMay 2, 2024

Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) in the highly competitive manufacturing sector have had to overcome some challenging macro-economic shocks in recent years and s...

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Gen Z are the biggest listeners of the Spotify City Express playlist

Staff WriterMay 2, 2024

When we think of modern Kenyan music, what comes to mind are genres such as Gengetone, R&B, Alté, traditional music and more recently, Arbantone. However, t...

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AstraZeneca partners with Ministry of Health to launch Cancer Care Africa programme

Staff WriterMay 2, 2024

AstraZeneca has launched the Cancer Care Africa programme in Kenya in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, The Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (...

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Cisco launches Cybersecurity Technology Experience Centre at UON

Staff WriterApril 26, 2024

Cisco has launched a new Cybersecurity Technology Experience Centre at the University of Nairobi. The Experience Centre has been launched in collaboration wi...

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HMD launches Pulse series of smartphones in the Kenyan market

Staff WriterApril 26, 2024

Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has launched their first line of smartphones under the original HMD line: HMD Pulse Pro, HMD Pulse+, and HMD Pulse. The HMD Pulse co...

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Samsung partners with Jambojet to launch #GalaxyInTheSky campaign

Staff WriterApril 25, 2024

Samsung has partnered with Jambojet to launch #GalaxyInTheSky campaign an exciting initiative that brings together two iconic brands to create an unforgettable ...

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The role of development platforms in creating East Africa’s next-gen applications

Staff WriterApril 25, 2024

Demand for cloud infrastructure and services across East Africa is prompting vendors to significantly invest in the region. Recently, it was announced Oracle wi...

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Kenya’s private motorcycling movement is gaining momentum

Staff WriterApril 25, 2024

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 found...

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How AI can help young Kenyans land their first jobs

Staff WriterApril 25, 2024

The African job market is a competitive jungle, rich with potential and brimming with energy. While sectors like tech and energy are growing fast, providing exc...

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4 collaboration and productivity trends for businesses

Staff WriterApril 25, 2024

Over the past few years, economies both locally and globally have been facing significant changes, and businesses have had to work harder than before to pull th...

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What it takes to start a trucking company

Staff WriterApril 23, 2024

Launching a trucking company is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit, threading through an industry pulsating with challenges yet abundant opportunities. ...

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Kingdom Bank opens a new branch in Gikomba to serve MSMEs

Staff WriterApril 23, 2024

Kingdom Bank has opened a new branch in Gikomba, Nairobi that is meant to serve the growing bank clientele among the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs...

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Everything you need to know about running a business: From customer reference programs to contract compliance

Staff WriterApril 20, 2024

In the world of business, mastering a variety of strategies and compliance mechanisms is crucial. Whether it’s harnessing the power of a customer reference to b...

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Heineken partners with Bodega to launch the Boring Phone

Staff WriterApril 20, 2024

Heineken has partnered with Bodega to launch ‘The Boring Phone’ produced by Human Mobile Devices (HMD). Bodega are tastemakers in street culture. The limited r...

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Effective praise: how to use praise to encourage and empower children

Staff WriterApril 18, 2024

Praise is a powerful tool that can shape a child’s behaviour, self-esteem, motivation and self-actualization. When used thoughtfully, it can foster a positive e...

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Five governance strategies that can help accelerate the AI opportunity in Africa

Staff WriterApril 17, 2024

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...

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Navigating the AI revolution to advance Africa’s labour landscape

Staff WriterApril 17, 2024

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked widespread debate about its potential impact, particularly on jobs, in recent years. Africa is...

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How insurance can bolster the resilience of our agricultural value chain

Staff WriterApril 9, 2024

In the intricate web of global economies, agriculture stands as a fundamental pillar, providing sustenance, livelihoods, and economic stability. In Kenya, a...

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LG launches a new washer and dryer combination in the Kenyan market

Staff WriterApril 8, 2024

LG has announced the introduction of a new WashTower an all-in-one washer - dryer combination in the Kenyan market.  The WashTower is envisioned to redefine the...

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Teaching children the importance of financial literacy

Staff WriterApril 4, 2024

Financial knowledge for most of us while growing up was a rare discussion. It was simple, money was for grown-ups, period. Over the years a realization dawns of...

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How tech can change the face of Kenyan healthcare forever

Staff WriterApril 4, 2024

Healthcare has been noted as one of the biggest challenges facing Africa today, with research showing that as many as half of all Africans lack access to qualit...

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Xiaomi launches the Redmi A3 a budget smartphone in the Kenyan market

Staff WriterApril 4, 2024

Xiaomi has launched Redmi A3 an entry-level smartphone in the Kenyan market. The device will be retailing starting from KES 11,599. Redmi A3 brings high-defi...

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