Durban FilmMart Institute picks 8 animation projects for the DFM Pitch and Finance Forum

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

The Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI) has announced that it has selected 8 animation projects for the 16th annual DFM Pitch and Finance Forum. Over the past 3...

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Kenya Airways is the official airline of the Magical Kenya Open 2025

Samson NderiFebruary 13, 2025

Kenya Airways (KQ) has renewed its partnership with Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) as the official airline partner for the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) 2025. The go...

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VC program Madica invests $800k in 4 startups in Egypt, Morocco, Tanzania, and Tunisia

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Madica has announced its latest round of investments in four tech-enabled startups which include Medikea, Motherbeing, Pixii Motors and ToumAI. Madica is a stru...

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Kingdom Bank emerges among the best Tier 3 Banks in Customer Experience

Staff WriterFebruary 13, 2025

Kingdom Bank has been recognized as the 3rd Best Tier 3 Bank for Customer Experience by the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA). The was awarded during the launc...

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Government proposes strict penalties for toll payment evaders

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

The Kenyan government is taking a hard line against toll payment evaders, proposing strict new measures to ensure motorists pay their dues on the country's expa...

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Buy Me and BIC Will Donate a Pen initiative provides 150,000 pens to students in Kenya

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

BIC East Africa recently announced the conclusion of the fifth edition of its Buy Me and BIC Will Donate a Pen initiative in partnership with CFK Africa. The in...

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I&M Bank reduces loan interest rates by 2%

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

I&M Bank has reduced its Kenya Shillings loan interest rates further by 2% effective 01/03/2025. This reduction is subject to a customer risk profile. This...

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Gordon’s Gin to host Valentine’s Caribbean Brunch in multiple locations on Feb 15-16

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Gin brand Gordon’s is set to host Valentine's Caribbean Brunch at multiple locations on 15th and 16th February 2025. On Saturday, February 15th, gin lovers ...

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Absa Bank to sponsor the Sirikwa Classic Cross Country athletics with Ksh. 11 million

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Absa Bank Kenya has renewed its sponsorship of the Sirikwa Classic Cross Country with a Ksh. 11 million investment in this year’s edition. The bank are the titl...

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Njerae & Charisma to perform at inaugural Snapp Socials Long Brunch on Feb 23

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

EABL and the Snapp Brand have today announced a new platform Snapp Socials, a curated long brunch experience, designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate women....

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Equity Bank lowers interest rates for loans to 14.39%

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Equity Bank has announced a reduction in interest rates on all new and existing Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities for all loans. The reduction on loa...

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70% of Kenyans are facing financial stress according to Old Mutual survey

Samson NderiFebruary 13, 2025

A new report by Old Mutual reveals that 70% of Kenyans saw a decline in their incomes in 2024, with nearly half (47%) of the country’s working population report...

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Britam Insurance pays Ksh. 71 million fire claim to Limuru Country Club

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Britam General Insurance has settled a Ksh. 71,143,016 compensation claim for Limuru Country Club following the fire that razed its clubhouse on January 4, 2025...

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MTF East Africa Academy graduates debut films on Maisha Magic

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 13, 2025

Two feature films created by graduates of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa Academy are set to premiere on Maisha Magic channels. The films, D...

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Jubilee launches J-Force an insurance intermediation platform

Staff WriterFebruary 12, 2025

Jubilee Health Insurance has launched J-Force, a digital platform set to revolutionize insurance intermediation. The platform empowers agents, brokers, and b...

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Celebrate the amazing women in your life this Vals with Tusker Cider

Staff WriterFebruary 12, 2025

February isn't just about romantic love, it is also about celebrating the amazing women who empower us, inspire us, and make life much brighter, our gal pals. ...

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El Wak-Rhamu road upgrade finally kicks off with AfDB funding

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

After delays due to security concerns, the construction of the 140-kilometer El Wak-Rhamu road is set to begin, thanks to funding secured from the African Devel...

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Williams Racing secures new title sponsorship with Atlassian

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

Williams Racing has announced a major new title sponsorship deal with Australian software company Atlassian, marking a significant milestone in the team's histo...

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Here is Brad Pitt’s F1 movie trailer

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

Get ready for a thrilling ride as Brad Pitt stars in the upcoming Formula 1 movie, simply titled F1. The action-packed film promises to immerse audiences in the...

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The Standard Chartered Futuremakers Initiative has empowered 90,000 young women in Kenya

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

Standard Chartered, in partnership with Women Win and Vijana Amani Pamoja (VAP), celebrated the success of the Goal Programme, under the Futuremakers by Standar...

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Nathan Kipng’eno receives a full university scholarship from Sanlam

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

Sanlam has announced that it will offer a full university scholarship to support Nathan Kipng’eno, a bright student from Sogoo village in Narok. Nathan, a 1...

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Absa Bank is taking its customers for business engagements in Estonia & Finland

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 11, 2025

Absa Bank Kenya is taking its Absa Business Club members to Estonia and Finland for a series of business engagements designed to unlock new trade and investment...

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Absa Bank to sponsor the 2025 Magical Kenya Open with Ksh. 60 million

Samson NderiFebruary 11, 2025

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced that it will support the 2025 Magical Kenya Open (MKO) with a Ksh. 60 million investment. The bank has sponsored the MKO golf ...

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Airtel customers can access selfcare services through a web app dubbed ‘Airtel Lite’

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

Airtel Kenya has announced the launch of Airtel Lite, a new Progressive Web App (PWA) designed to offer a lighter selfcare experience. The web app will have sim...

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250 amateur golfers to play at the Lady Captain’s golf tournament at Ruiru Sports Club

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

Amateur golfers will gather this Saturday at the Ruiru Golf Course for the Lady Captains Tournament, with 250 players expected to compete. Under the theme Ce...

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The easiest Schengen Visas for Kenyans to apply for in 2025

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

A Schengen visa grants access to 27 European countries. A Schengen visa is meant for short visits in the Schengen area for a duration of 90 days in any 180-day ...

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2025 Formula 1 Bahrain pre-season testing schedule announced

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

The schedule for the 2025 Formula 1 pre-season test sessions in Bahrain has been announced. The Sakhir circuit in Bahrain will once again serve as the venue for...

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OPPO Kenya sues AIfluence over delayed payments to influencers

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

Technology manufacturer OPPO Kenya has released a statement blaming influencer marketing agency, AIfluence, for delaying payments to influencers who worked on t...

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Internship opportunities at Safaricom for graduates & students

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

Kenya’s largest telecommunications company, Safaricom, is now accepting applications for its 2025/2026 internship program. The internship program at Safarico...

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FIFA suspends Congo-Brazzaville and Pakistan

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

FIFA has suspended two countries from all its activities, including international competitions until all the serious issues in the federations are resolved. The...

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Housing Levy defaulters to face heavy penalties

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

Employed Kenyans are required contribute 1.5% of their gross monthly salary as Housing Levy, with their employers matching the same amount. Self-employed indivi...

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Government to acquire land for road projects in Syokimau, Meru and Nyeri

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

The Government, through the various road agencies, is set to acquire pieces of land for various road projects around the country. In an notice to the public,...

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Sunmisola Agbebi is the Spotify EQUAL Artist for February 2025

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

Spotify has announced Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter and worship leader Sunmisola Agbebi as the EQUAL Africa Artist for February 2025. She is known for her ...

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Vote for your favourite Kenyan filmmaker in the Women in Film Awards 2025

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 10, 2025

The Women in Film Awards (WIFA) has announced the launch of the 6th Annual awards under the theme, Inspire Inclusion: Amplifying Voices of Marginalised Women Fi...

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Fostering a thriving African Startup ecosystem through collaboration

Staff WriterFebruary 10, 2025

In recent years, Africa has emerged as a vibrant hub of innovation, driven by a new generation of entrepreneurs who are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to ...

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Secure your future with these 7 insurance products from Equity Bancassurance

Samson NderiFebruary 10, 2025

Life in Kenya is full of opportunities, but it's also important to be prepared for the unexpected. Equity offers a comprehensive range of insurance solutions de...

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Kenya makes history as intersex persons officially recognized in birth registration

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 8, 2025

In a groundbreaking move, Kenya has become one of the few countries in the world to officially recognize intersex individuals in its birth registration process....

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Here are some of the biggest corruption scandals in Kenya

Makena Ndung'uFebruary 8, 2025

Corruption has been a persistent and pervasive issue in Kenya, hindering its development and eroding public trust. The establishment of the Ethics and Anti-Corr...

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Here is how to apply for a temporary Kenyan passport online

Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2025

Kenyans are now required to apply for a temporary Kenyan passport (temporary permit) online on eCitizen. Kenyans can use temporary passports to travel within Ea...

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Here is how to replace a filled up Kenyan passport

James WamathaiFebruary 8, 2025

If your Kenyan passport has filled up, then you must apply for a new passport. This normally happens to regular travellers and if this happens you need to apply...

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Here is how to renew an expired Kenyan passport

James WamathaiFebruary 8, 2025

Kenyan passports expire after a period of 10 years and if yours has expired you need to apply for a new one. If your passport expires then you need to apply for...

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Here is how to replace a mutilated Kenyan passport

James WamathaiFebruary 8, 2025

If by bad luck, your Kenyan passport is mutilated by water damage or it is torn, then you require a new one to be able to travel. If you have a mutilated Ken...

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