YouTube charts launched in Kenya & 43 other countries

Lisa KahuthuMay 17, 2018

Earlier in the week, popular video sharing platform YouTube launched a new trending chart for 44 countries worldwide and Kenya is included. The chart offers a r...

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Kenya’s Makena Onjerika shortlisted for the 2018 Caine Prize

Lisa KahuthuMay 17, 2018

Five writers have been announced as the shortlisted candidates for the 2018 Caine Prize for African Writing. The list includes: Makena Onjerika (Kenya) for...

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Kenya’s Data Integrated among finalists in the MEST Africa Challenge

Lisa KahuthuMay 17, 2018

Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) Africa announced regional winners for its inaugural MEST Africa Challenge. The technology entrepreneurship...

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Win a piece of land in 2nd edition of Jijenge na Ka-Quarter promotion by EABL

Lisa KahuthuMay 15, 2018

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) have launched a second edition of the popular Jijenge na Ka-Quarter promotion. The competition once again gives consumers ...

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GE, Microsoft & Kids Comp Camp partner to encourage STEM uptake in girls

Lisa KahuthuMay 15, 2018

General Electric (GE), Microsoft, and Kids Comp Camp have partnered on an initiative to boost Kenyan girls’ participation and uptake of careers in Science, Tech...

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Kenya Airways introduces a 20% discount on extra baggage costs on African flights

Lisa KahuthuMay 15, 2018

As of 15th May 2018, Kenya Airways will implement a new baggage policy that affords customers up to 20% discount on any extra bag purchases. The new policy, how...

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New UNCTAD report stresses the importance of creating policies to address gender inequalities in international trade

Lisa KahuthuMay 14, 2018

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and TradeMark East Africa has released the East African Community Regional Integration: Trade an...

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Ksh. 11.5 Billion US project launched to improve economic capabilities of Kenyan farmers & pastoralists

Lisa KahuthuMay 14, 2018

U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Robert F. Godec launched the Feed the Future Kenya Country Plan which features under the U.S. Global Food Security Strategy. The Ksh. 1...

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Building owners to pay Ksh. 1 Million for failure to install solar water heaters

Lisa KahuthuMay 14, 2018

Have you installed a solar water heater system at your premises yet? Well you should have by now. The Energy Regulation Commission (ERC) has issued a notice on ...

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Sinapis hosts second training workshop for women entrepreneurs in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuMay 10, 2018

Sinapis, a business accelerator program, hosted their second women entrepreneurship workshop titled Successfully growing your business as a female entrepreneur ...

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Caroline Mutoko to sponsor a young Kenyan to attend the One Young World Summit in The Netherlands

Lisa KahuthuMay 9, 2018

Leading Kenyan media personality, Caroline Mutoko is among the mentors of One Young World, a global youth empowerment program. This year, she has once again ded...

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Improving nutrition in teen girls through football in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuMay 8, 2018

Global Alliance for Nutrition (GAIN) recently published a report on improving nutrition for adolescents. In particular, the Adolescent Nutrition Through Footbal...

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Safaricom brings back countrywide live concerts with Twaweza Live

Lisa KahuthuMay 8, 2018

Safaricom has launched Safaricom Twaweza Live, a live music concert series that will take place in various parts of the country. The concerts will feature Kenya...

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General Electric to train 40 Kenyan cardiac health doctors & technicians

Lisa KahuthuMay 7, 2018

General Electric (GE) and the Kenya Cardiac Society (KCS) have partnered to offer echocardiography training to doctors and technicians in public and private hos...

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The National Rugby Sevens Circuit 2018 kicks off in July

Lisa KahuthuMay 4, 2018

The Kenya Rugby Union has confirmed the dates for the anticipated National Sevens Circuit (NSC) 2018 as follows: Prinsloo Sevens Taking place on 21-22 July in...

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5 reasons why you should donate blood

Lisa KahuthuMay 4, 2018

According to Kenya National Blood Transfusion Services (KNBTS), approximately every 10 minutes in Kenya someone needs blood. Unfortunately, many patients who...

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Barclays Bank Kenya launch a countrywide blood drive

Lisa KahuthuMay 4, 2018

Barclays Bank Kenya (BBK) has launched a countrywide blood drive dubbed 15 to save a life. The drive will run between 2nd and 11th May 2018. It is organised as ...

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Where to get a tattoo in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuMay 2, 2018

Thinking of getting a tattoo for the first time and not sure where to go? Or are you getting another one and looking to try a different place? Here's a list ...

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Inaugural National Science and Technology Exhibition to be held on 5-6 July

Lisa KahuthuApril 26, 2018

Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) will host the inaugural National Science and Technology Exhibition on 5-6 July at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. It ...

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Sony launches palm-sized MP-CD1 mobile projector in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuApril 26, 2018

Sony has launched the MP-CD1 mobile projector in Kenya. The MP-CD1 is available for Ksh. 39,995.  Device specifications: Model Name MP-CD1 Mobile...

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Why Kenyan entrepreneurs should apply for The Next Economy program

Lisa KahuthuApril 26, 2018

The Next Economy program is focused on supporting young people from all walks of life in creating sustainable income generating activities, through direct job c...

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The Aga Khan University hosts inaugural International breast cancer symposium

Lisa KahuthuApril 24, 2018

A International breast cancer symposium was recently held in Kenya to discuss the need for integration and the adaption of recent developments in breast cancer ...

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Catching up with Kenyan model, Sylvia Owalla

Lisa KahuthuApril 23, 2018

I recently had the pleasure of catching up with the charming Sylvia Owalla. She shared with about her modelling career, how she manages to juggle school and...

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Crave Kitchen & Bakery; rustic restaurant with a unique culinary experience

Lisa KahuthuApril 21, 2018

The plan had been to leave home early on Monday morning so that mum and I could enjoy a tasty breakfast at Crave Kitchen & Bakery in Kikuyu. As you can imag...

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Because You Said So! goes out of town with event in Samburu on June 1-3

Lisa KahuthuApril 20, 2018

Improv comedy show Because You Said So! (BYSS) have organized an out of town treat for their fans. The event will be at Sarova Shaba in Samburu from June 1-3. ...

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Don’t miss out on the Nairobi Wine Week & Festival 2018 in May

Lisa KahuthuApril 20, 2018

Baraka Israel and EatOut are hosting the first ever Nairobi Wine Week & Festival in May. The event is a two-part experience: it comprises a two-day Wine Fes...

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Dela to launch her 2nd album ‘Public Demand’ on 30th April at Alchemist

Lisa KahuthuApril 18, 2018

Talented afro-pop singer, Dela Maranga is set to treat her fans to an evening of lively music performances as she celebrates the release of her second album, Pu...

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Young Kenyans want quality education, access to opportunities & visible role in public life

Lisa KahuthuApril 18, 2018

A new report which studied Kenyan youth, under the aegis of Next Generation Kenya, has been launched. The Next Generation Kenya youth report is a compilation of...

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Juliani to launch his album ‘The Masterpiece’ in a 4 day concert experience

Lisa KahuthuApril 17, 2018

Juliani, a Kenyan hip-hop gospel musician, will be launching his 4th album, titled 'The Masterpiece' in a four-day live music experience. The concert will run f...

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True Music Africa tour will be in Nairobi on 10th May

Lisa KahuthuApril 17, 2018

True Music Africa tour will be on Nairobi on 10th May 2018. Nairobi will be the third installment of the True Music Africa tour. Other destinations on the music...

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Brian Rono is the winner of Blaze BYOB Season 2

Lisa KahuthuApril 16, 2018

Season 2 finale of the BLAZE BYOB (Be Your Own Boss) TV show saw Brian Rono emerge as the winner standing after 10 weeks of intense competition. He overcame sti...

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Bidco is the overall winner in the Energy Management Awards 2018

Lisa KahuthuApril 16, 2018

The Energy Management Awards began in 2004 as a collaboration between the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), the Global Environmental Facility and the Go...

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Rafiki, by Wanuri Kahiu, set to be first Kenyan feature film to screen at Cannes Film Festival

Lisa KahuthuApril 13, 2018

Kenyan filmmaker Wanuri Kahiu's film Rafiki will screen at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. It becomes the second Kenyan film and the first feature film to...

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New report highlights the importance of adolescent nutrition in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuApril 13, 2018

The World Food Programme (WFP), with the support of the Minsitry of Health and Unilever, has launched a report titled The Kenya Assessment Report on Adolescent ...

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Larry Madowo joins BBC as a Business Editor

Lisa KahuthuApril 12, 2018

On March 29th, Larry Madowo officially announced his controversial departure from local media house, Nation Media Group (NMG), where he had been working from Oc...

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Antony Trivet is the Kenyan winner of The Sony World Photography Awards 2018

Lisa KahuthuApril 12, 2018

The Sony World Photography Awards have announced Antony Trivet as the winner of the 2018 Kenya National Award. Trivet, is a renowned wedding and fashion photog...

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Swahilipot Hub to host the Pwani Innovation Week from 3-7 December

Lisa KahuthuApril 5, 2018

In an effort to stimulate the innovation ecosystem in Kenya’s coastal region, Swahilipot Hub will be organising Pwani Innovation Week. A 5 day event that will p...

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Concert in the Dark to be held on April 28 to raise funds for prevention of childhood blindness

Lisa KahuthuApril 4, 2018

CBM Kenya will be holding the 3rd edition of Concert in the Dark on Saturday April 28, 2018, from 5:00pm at the Louis Leakey Auditorium, National Museums of Ken...

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Manu Dibango to headline Safaricom Jazz Lounge on 1st May

Lisa KahuthuMarch 27, 2018

Over the past five years, Safaricom Jazz has entertained us with stunning local and international musical acts. Artists such as the late Hugh Masekela, Richard ...

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Survey shows that modern car headlights temporarily blinds drivers

Lisa KahuthuMarch 27, 2018

The RAC Opinion Panel survey of 2,061 motorists found that 58% of motorists think modern vehicle headlights are so bright they risk causing other motorists to h...

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KCB retains Kenya Cup title with 29-24 win over Kabras Sugar

Lisa KahuthuMarch 27, 2018

On Saturday 24th March 2018, KCB emerged the champions of the 2018 Kenya Cup Rugby tournament after winning against Kabras Sugar with a 29-24 score. The comp...

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Mawingu Networks & Microsoft 4Afrika launch AppFactory in Nanyuki

Lisa KahuthuMarch 26, 2018

Mawingu Networks, through a partnership with Microsoft 4Afrika, have successfully launched an AppFactory in Nanyuki. This is the 16th AppFactory to launch in Af...

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