Zenia Obamo

Masakhane Hub launches landmark funding initiative to scale AI for 50 African languages

Zenia ObamoJanuary 12, 2026

The Masakhane African Languages Hub has announced a major Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at ending the digital invisibility of African languages. The initiat...

Why Nairobi Restaurant Week & Nairobi Burger Week often disappoint

Zenia ObamoJanuary 12, 2026

For Nairobi’s self-proclaimed foodies, the announcements of Nairobi Restaurant Week (NRW) or Nairobi Burger Week (NBW) are usually met with frantic WhatsApp gro...

Magical Kenya Mountain & Trail Series returns to Nandi on January 15-18

Zenia ObamoJanuary 9, 2026

The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has officially announced the return of the Magical Kenya Mountain and Trail Series, which will kick off its 2026 season in Nandi C...

Family Group Foundation awards full scholarships to 300 Grade 10 students

Zenia ObamoJanuary 9, 2026

As the new academic year begins, 300 students from are set to begin their Senior School journey, courtesy of full scholarships from The Family Group Foundatio...

KCB Foundation invests Ksh. 600M for scholarships for 1,000 secondary students for the 2026

Zenia ObamoJanuary 9, 2026

The KCB Foundation has officially awarded 1,000 full scholarships to students. The 2026 cohort is scheduled to join various secondary schools across the country...

Nairobi Fashion Week Season 8 to anchor Africa’s sustainable fashion future

Zenia ObamoJanuary 9, 2026

Nairobi Fashion Week (NFW) returns for its landmark eighth season under the theme DECARBONIZE. Season 8 unites a curated collective of Kenyan and international ...

Attention filmmakers: MultiChoice Talent Factory opens applications for class of 2026

Zenia ObamoDecember 23, 2025

The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) is officially inviting the next generation of African storytellers to apply for its 2026 intake. Aspiring directors, scrip...

How to secure your child’s future through the Absa Education Policy

Zenia ObamoDecember 23, 2025

Thinking about your child’s future usually brings up two feelings: immense pride and a bit of financial panic when you look at how fast the cost of living is ri...

RIP Karen Lojore: Calls for accountability intensify after tragic stampede at Asake’s Nairobi concert

Zenia ObamoDecember 23, 2025

Public outrage continues to mount following the tragic events at the Asake and Gabzy concert held at Nyayo National Stadium on December 20, 2024. The event, org...

Asake’s Nairobi concert reported to CAK after deadly stampede

Zenia ObamoDecember 23, 2025

Lawyer Philomena L. Mbaye has officially moved to hold organizers of the ill-fated Asake concert accountable, lodging a formal complaint with the Competition Au...

Death & stampede mar Asake concert in Nairobi

Zenia ObamoDecember 21, 2025

What was billed as one of the biggest musical highlights of the year ended in heartbreak and outrage this weekend as the Asake and Gabzy concert, organized by T...

The growing controversy over Spiro’s EV model in East Africa

Zenia ObamoDecember 21, 2025

The transition to green energy in East Africa’s transport sector is hitting a major roadblock as riders raise alarms over what they describe as "exploitative" b...

KWS is the conservation partner for the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum

Zenia ObamoDecember 17, 2025

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has officially signed on as the conservation partner for the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026). The forum...

What to watch on Showmax this December

Zenia ObamoDecember 17, 2025

The holidays have finally arrived, offering the perfect excuse to slow down, switch off, and settle into a great story. Whether you’re escaping the midday heat,...

Tandem Network & DENTSU among winners in the Digital Media Awards 2025

Zenia ObamoDecember 17, 2025

The 9th edition of the Digital Media Festival and Awards Show 2025. was recently held at the Tamarind Hotel on Langata Road. It was hosted by Go Gaga Experienti...

KCB Scholars Programme opens 2026 applications for scholarships

Zenia ObamoDecember 17, 2025

The KCB Scholars Programme, spearheaded by the KCB Foundation, has announced that its scholarship is now open. 2025 KJSEA candidates, who have just received the...

Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka steps down, George Kamal appointed acting head

Zenia ObamoDecember 17, 2025

Kenya Airways PLC (KQ) has announced a significant executive leadership transition, confirming that Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. All...

Tech Trends, Sarah Njoroge & JoyRide Podcast among top winners at BAKE Awards 2025

Zenia ObamoDecember 15, 2025

The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) successfully hosted its BAKE Awards 2025 winners ceremony on December 13, 2025, at Baraza Media Lab. Under the empoweri...

Gertrude’s Hospital & SanlamAllianz partner to empower caregivers of children with disabilities

Zenia ObamoDecember 9, 2025

Healthcare professionals at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital are issuing an urgent call for increased community, public, and corporate support to address a critic...

SKY Girls ‘PAA: Born to Fly’ season 4 confronts vaping, reproductive health & the grooming crisis

Zenia ObamoDecember 9, 2025

SKY Girls Kenya has launched Season 4 of its teen drama series, PAA: Born to Fly. The new season is a dive into the urgent, high-pressure challenges shaping the...

500+ Nairobians attend free lifestyle run by We Run Nairobi & sportswear brand, On

Zenia ObamoDecember 9, 2025

Last Saturday, over 500 Nairobians gathered at the Windsor Golf Club for a free lifestyle run. It was co-hosted by the city's premier run club, We Run Nairobi (...

Get deals & 20% cashbook from the LOOP Shopping Festival 2025

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

LOOP has officially launched the LOOP Shopping Festival, a festive season campaign designed to reward customers with savings extending into the new year. The ca...

LOOP FLEX upgraded to include device insurance & extended warranty

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

LOOP, the Fintech subsidiary of NCBA Group, has announced that it has upgraded its LOOP FLEX product in partnership with bolttech. LOOP has also simultaneously...

Crown Paints acquires electric fleet to cut emissions & reduce maintenance costs

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

Crown Paints Kenya PLC has announced that it has acquired full electric fleet (e-fleet) comprising of 15 electric motorbikes and 9 electric forklifts. The new ...

How to check your child’s KJSEA school Selection via SMS

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

Grade nine learners who sat for the 2025 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) examinations can now easily find out their selected schools through a ...

Kenya’s Yasmin Hassan Mohamed among those selected for 2025 Creative Producer Indaba

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

The fifth edition of the Creative Producer Indaba (CPI) has commenced, bringing together fifteen accomplished filmmakers and producers from across the globe. Th...

KCB & Visa launch digital payments for SMEs in Kenya with tap-to-phone technology

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

KCB Bank Kenya and Visa have announced a landmark collaboration to roll out the Tap to Phone contactless payment acceptance solution. Business owners will now ...

Porini Point at Tatu City is the ultimate fusion of urban convenience & wild serenity

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

Tatu City has officially redefined luxury urban-nature living with the launch of Porini Point. It is a premium residential enclave that marries contemporary des...

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Absa named Bank of the Year – Kenya at the 2025 Banker of the Year Awards

Zenia ObamoDecember 5, 2025

The Banker's 2025 Banker of the Year Awards has been announced with Absa Bank Kenya named Bank of the Year – Kenya. Digital transformation remains a key diff...

Court orders Edgar Obare to pay Ksh. 6M to Bernice Nunah in defamation case

Zenia ObamoDecember 4, 2025

A Nairobi court has delivered a significant judgment in a defamation case, ordering Kenyan blogger Edgar Obare to pay a total of Ksh. 6 million in damages and i...

Safaricom’s Shangwe @25 promotion awards 5 new millionaires

Zenia ObamoDecember 4, 2025

Safaricom’s consumer promotion, Shangwe @25, has announced five new winners who have each joined the millionaire club. The latest winners brings the total numbe...

Raila Odinga & Faith Kipyegon top list of what Kenya searched for on Google in 2025

Zenia ObamoDecember 4, 2025

Google has unveiled its annual Year in Search 2025 lists for Kenya, painting a picture of a nation preoccupied with high-stakes politics, unifying sports narrat...

Kenyan dancehall star Dufla Diligon drops club anthem “ZOZA” featuring Fathermoh

Zenia ObamoDecember 4, 2025

Kenyan dancehall star Dufla Diligon has officially launched his new single, “ZOZA,” a collaboration featuring Fathermoh. The track, which dropped on December 3,...

ODPC Issues Ksh. 9.3M in fines to Casa Vera Lounge & others in data privacy violations

Zenia ObamoDecember 4, 2025

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has taken action against three Data Controllers. They have issued a total of Ksh. 9,375,000 in Penalty Not...

Safaricom ‘Bundle Ya Dere’ boosted by Shell with 2 bob fuel discount for cab drivers

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

Safaricom, in partnership with Vivo Energy Kenya, has announced a boost to the Bundle Ya Dere product. The new partnership will offer online cab drivers enhance...

Marsabit Lake Turkana Cultural Festival returns for 14th Edition on Dec 3-7

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

The 14th Marsabit Lake Turkana Cultural Festival is scheduled to take place from December 3rd to 7th, 2025, in Loiyangalani, Marsabit County. This event is a ce...

CA launches major recruitment drive with over 20 vacancies

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced a significant recruitment drive to fill over 20 vacant positions. The roles span across senior manageme...

Zoho trains 150+ students in Africa on low-code app development

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

Zoho has announced that it has rolled out its Young Creators Program (YCP) across key markets. The initiative recently empowered over 150 students and profess...

How to apply for the EABL undergraduate internship program

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

East African Breweries PLC (EABL) has announced the launch of the 2026 undergraduate internship program. The EABL undergraduate internship program is structure...

Kettle House & BND among bars closed by NEMA for noise pollution

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

Following a recent public notice on noise pollution control, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has escalated its enforcement efforts, issuing...

KenGen selected to own and operate Kenya’s inaugural nuclear power plant

Zenia ObamoDecember 3, 2025

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has been officially appointed as the owner and operator of the nation's first nuclear power plant. This strate...

Serial fraudster Christine Nyambura Muturi arrested in US Hospice scam

Zenia ObamoDecember 2, 2025

In a shocking case of healthcare fraud, Christine Nyambura Muturi (also known as Christine Lewis), a 41-year-old Mesa resident, was arrested in November 2025 af...