Microsoft launches initiative to support 10,000 African startups over the next 5 years

Samson NderiMarch 4, 2022

Microsoft has announced new initiatives intended to accelerate the growth of 10,000 African start-ups and fast-track investment in Africa’s start-up ecosystem o...

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Safaricom recognized at the Zero Project Awards due to to its diversity & inclusion

Samson NderiMarch 4, 2022

Safaricom has been recognized as one of the recipients of the  2022 Zero Project Award. The award recognizes innovative practices and policies aimed at driving ...

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Safaricom Foundation partners with Baringo County to revamp maternity wing at Mugurin Dispensary

Samson NderiMarch 3, 2022

More than 1,200 women will now be able to benefit from easy access to maternal health services after the County Government of Baringo and Safaricom Foundation p...

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Zuri Health a Kenyan startup has emerged as the winner at the Sankalp Africa Awards 2022

Samson NderiMarch 2, 2022

Zuri Health a Kenyan healthcare startup has emerged as the winner at the Sankalp Africa Awards 2022.  This award ceremony took place at the Sankalp Forum. Sa...

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KCB recognized as the Best Sustainable Bank in Kenya by the International Business Magazine

Samson NderiMarch 2, 2022

KCB Bank has been named the Best Sustainable Bank in Kenya by the International Business Magazine for its efforts in driving and ensuring the adoption of sustai...

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MKOPA secures $75 Million in its Growth Equity funding round

Samson NderiMarch 2, 2022

M-KOPA Solar has raised $75 million in its Growth Equity round. Investors who took part in the funding round include Generation Investment Management, Broadscal...

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Branch acquires Century Microfinance Bank in an expansion drive

Samson NderiMarch 2, 2022

Branch International, a digital lender has acquired Century Microfinance Bank in its latest expansion drive. With this move, it becomes first digital lender to ...

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M-PESA Foundation partners with Gertrude’s Hospital to launch telemedicine initiative in Samburu County

Samson NderiMarch 1, 2022

M-PESA Foundation and Gertrude’s Hospital Foundation have launched their telemedicine initiative, Daktari Smart, in Samburu County. The programme targets ove...

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Kenya selected to host one of Africa’s two ICANN managed data hubs

Samson NderiMarch 1, 2022

Kenya has been selected to host one of the two The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Managed Root Server (IMRS) clusters in Africa. Th...

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Leo Gitonga a 15 year old golfer has emerged as the winner of the second leg of Safaricom Golf Tour

Samson NderiFebruary 28, 2022

Limuru based junior golfer Leo Gitonga has emerged as the overall winner of the second leg of the Safaricom Golf Tour which was held at the Limuru Country Club ...

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How the mango and potato value chains can help alleviate youth unemployment

Samson NderiFebruary 28, 2022

Kenya and Africa in general has been blessed with a huge youth dividend. Whereas in other parts of the world, this is seen as a blessing, here it comes across a...

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Jakoni Prestige & Frangos Bar emerge as winners at the inaugural Bolt Food Restaurants Award ceremony

Samson NderiFebruary 25, 2022

Bolt Food held its inaugural Restaurants Award ceremony yesterday to recognize and award top restaurants on its platform for their exclusive approach to custome...

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Kenya Airways signs MOU with Boeing on service deal

Samson NderiFebruary 25, 2022

National carrier Kenya Airways has signed a memorandum of understanding with US plane maker Boeing for landing gear exchange. This is in a bid to lower KQ’s inv...

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Usiku Games partners with other game development studios to form Pan Africa Gaming Group

Samson NderiFebruary 25, 2022

Usiku Games has joined hands with other game development studios across Africa to form Pan Africa Gaming Group (PAGG). This is in an effort to unify the contine...

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Fifa has suspended Kenya from all football activities

Samson NderiFebruary 25, 2022

The world football governing body has suspended Kenya from all football activities for an indefinite period. This is due to what they termed as undue interferen...

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Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines sign MOU for a strategic cooperation

Samson NderiFebruary 24, 2022

Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines have announced a new chapter in their long-standing relationship by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The new agr...

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Equity Group partners with Microsoft to launch hackathon open to students from UON and Meru University

Samson NderiFebruary 24, 2022

Equity Group, in partnership with Microsoft, has launched a virtual hackathon open to students from The University of Nairobi and Meru University of Science and...

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There is a need for strengthening of supply chains according to health and tech leaders

Samson NderiFebruary 24, 2022

Top health and tech stakeholders in the continent have called for the strengthening of national supply chains. This is by focusing on the role of data and tech...

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All roads lead to the Limuru Country Club this weekend for the second leg of the Safaricom Golf Tour

Samson NderiFebruary 23, 2022

The Safaricom Golf Tour will be headed to the Limuru Country Club this weekend for the second leg of the series. The corporate tournament will be held on the Sa...

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Stanchart partners with Sanlam to launch SC Shilingi Money Market Fund

Samson NderiFebruary 15, 2022

Standard Chartered Bank Kenya (Stanchart) has partnered with Sanlam Investments East Africa Ltd (Sanlam) and Mangosteen BCC Pte Ltd (Bambu) to launch SC Shiling...

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22 golf terms that you need to know

Samson NderiFebruary 7, 2022

Golf is one sport which I have always had an interest in learning how to play. But, I have always been held back by the notion that it is an expensive sport to ...

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5 reasons why you should buy the smart LG dishwasher

Samson NderiFebruary 4, 2022

Typically, no one wants dirty dishes in their kitchen sink. It is even more tiring to come home to dirty dishes staring at you. However, it's the 21st centur...

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Tatu City has partnered with Access Afya to launch an affordable community health clinic

Samson NderiFebruary 3, 2022

Tatu City has announced a partnership with Access Afya, a healthcare enterprise that delivers high quality and localised healthcare for low-income markets. Unde...

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Equity Bank revamps its *247# USSD service to allow customers access loans among other features

Samson NderiFebruary 3, 2022

Equity Bank has revamped its USSD service (*247#) in a bid to offer customers a seamless banking experience. The newly updated USSD offers a unified service off...

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UAP Old Mutual partners with Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital in a bid to increase uptake of cervical cancer vaccine

Samson NderiFebruary 3, 2022

UAP Old Mutual Old Group has announced a  partnership with Gertrude’s Children Hospital in a bid to roll out a joint campaign aimed at increasing the uptake of ...

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Wincate Wawira has emerged as the winner of a brand new Isuzu NMR Truck in the Jaza Raha na Shell Shinda Nyumba National Consumer promotion

Samson NderiFebruary 3, 2022

21-year-old Wincate Wawira Mwaniki a business woman, and a mother of one from Muthatari centre in Embu has emerged as the winner of the brand-new Isuzu NMR Truc...

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Sweden, the springboard to stardom for Kenyan footballers

Samson NderiJanuary 28, 2022

Compared to some of the other African countries renowned for their footballing exports, Kenya has lagged behind somewhat in the last couple of decades. Neverthe...

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3 things to do when on vacation with your partner

Samson NderiJanuary 28, 2022

Are you also considering taking a trip with your partner? Then this is the guide for you. There are so many different reasons to go on a vacation, and just as m...

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3 reasons why you should take an annual vacation

Samson NderiJanuary 28, 2022

Vacations are a great way to unwind and recharge, but sadly, some people only take them once every couple of years. Rather than delaying the excitement for year...

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How to stay energized on your next hiking trip

Samson NderiJanuary 28, 2022

A hiking trip through a forest, mountain, or nature preserve can be a truly amazing experience. Not only can it help you get a great workout, but it can also ex...

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How to stay healthy while Globetrotting

Samson NderiJanuary 28, 2022

Being a world traveler is exciting, educational, and sometimes exhausting. The combination of jet lag, strange foods, and constantly being on the move can grind...

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Best cruises in Africa

Samson NderiJanuary 27, 2022

Africa is a continent that is filled with a wide range of geographical points of interest. From the shimmering coastlines to breath-taking mountain views, there...

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How to manage your money better in 2022

Samson NderiJanuary 19, 2022

There’s no doubt that households will face a number of financial challenges in 2022, from the return of European roaming charges to projected spikes in the cost...

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Tips that can help you advertise your products better

Samson NderiJanuary 12, 2022

Today the Internet is the main platform for business promotion. All products that are in demand among a wide audience are presented in the global network. From ...

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A conversation with Esther Ndunge on her journey with the Safaricom choir

Samson NderiDecember 26, 2021

During this festive period, the Safaricom choir has been serenading us with their melodious voices as they sing the Christmas carols as part of the Uteo wa Fura...

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Boomplay extends licensing agreement with Merlin to cover 47 countries across Africa

Samson NderiDecember 21, 2021

Boomplay, Africa’s leading music streaming service and Merlin, the independent’s digital music licensing partner have today announced an expansion of their lice...

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Interview with Miriam Limo on the Coca-Cola Christmas campaign under the Real Magic brand philosophy

Samson NderiDecember 17, 2021

Coca-Cola recently launched a Christmas campaign under the new Real Magic philosophy and platform. The campaign was marked by the launch of a Christmas caravan ...

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Equity Bank launches its Leaders Program in DRC

Samson NderiDecember 15, 2021

EquityBCDC has extended its social impact contribution through scaling up the various programs that are already under implementation through Equity Group. The B...

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Bolt introduces feature that enables drivers to set prices for trips

Samson NderiDecember 15, 2021

Bolt, a ride-hailing platform  has introduced a feature that allows drivers to set their own prices and passengers to select their drivers. This innovation, ...

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Otile Brown and Bahati are the Most Streamed Male artists in 2021 according to Boomplay Recap

Samson NderiDecember 15, 2021

The year 2021 has been a year of many wins musically. Despite the pandemic, which grappled the world for close to two years now, music is one thing that united ...

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5 stupid thoughts that will keep you poor forever

Samson NderiDecember 10, 2021

If you work without rest and sleep and spend money only on the essentials, but still can't achieve a high income, you may be doing something wrong. For example,...

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Gordon’s Gin hosts bowling challenge and party for its consumers

Samson NderiDecember 10, 2021

Gordon's Gin which is among the best selling spirits in the country, yesterday hosted a bowling challenge and party for its consumers. The event was under th...

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