New report warns that Africa is on brink of food crisis & urges action to avert catastrophe

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

A new report released today warns that Africa is on the verge of a severe food crisis, with nearly 300 million people already undernourished. The 2025 Afric...

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Safaricom’s inaugural gaming conference sparks conversation on youth talent & opportunities

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Safaricom has today held its first ever gaming conference at the Michael Joseph Centre, located at its headquarters in Nairobi. The forum themed Level Up Afr...

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Violent crimes are on the rise in Nairobi CBD

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Nairobi residents are raising the alarm over a surge in violent robberies in the Central Business District (CBD). The period between late August and early S...

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Naomi Wafula’s journey to reshape Kenyan golf

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Naomi Angela Wafula, or simply Naomi, is rewriting the history of golf in Kenya. As the first woman to join the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK), she has...

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List of CBK licensed digital credit providers in Kenya

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The digital lending sector in Kenya has undergone a significant transformation, driven by the Central Bank of Kenya's (CBK) efforts to regulate what was once a ...

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Central Bank of Kenya licenses 27 more digital credit providers

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed an additional 27 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), bringing the total number of licensed providers to 153. This ...

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NALA expands into Kenya through partnership with Equity Bank & Pesalink

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Tanzanian fintech company NALA has officially entered the Kenyan market, a move made possible through a strategic partnership with Equity Bank and the insta...

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KCB Foundation partners with Wundanyi Constituency to empower youth

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The KCB Foundation has teamed up with the Wundanyi Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) and the Mastercard Foundation to provide technical and vocational ...

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Sun King has a new brand and logo in move to expand product portfolio

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Sun King has unveiled a new logo and brand identity. This refresh marks a milestone in the company's evolution, reflecting its expanded range of products th...

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Magical Kenya embraces the stars with launch of Astro-Tourism in Samburu

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Kenya is set to launch its first dedicated astro-tourism experience this Sunday in Samburu County. The initiative, led by Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secre...

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Visa Pay launched in the DRC to expand digital payments

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Visa has announced the launch of Visa Pay, an innovative mobile solution designed to expand access to digital payments and money transfers in the Democratic...

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KTB plans to transform Mount Kenya into a premier adventure destination

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is launching a major initiative to reposition the Mount Kenya region as a key adventure tourism destination through its Magica...

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HR leaders urged to adapt as AI reshapes the workplace

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Organizations are being challenged to rethink their talent strategies and build resilient workforces in the face of rapid disruption from artificial intelli...

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Kenya’s Mathildah Amollo wins grand prize in the 2025 WAYA Awards

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

AGRA has announced the winners of the 2025 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA Awards) during the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) held in Dakar, S...

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Men’s fashion brand HLA opens store at the Hub Karen

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The Hub Karen has announced the grand opening of HLA, a leading international men's fashion brand. Located on the mall's upper ground floor, the new store b...

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Eskimi launches AI powered contextual advertising in Kenya with DeepContext

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Eskimi has launched DeepContext, an AI-powered solution designed to revolutionize contextual advertising for brands in Kenya and beyond. The new tool allows...

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Indus Towers expands to Africa with plans to enter Kenyan, Ugandan & Nigerian markets

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Indus Towers, India's leading provider of passive telecom infrastructure, has announced a major strategic move to expand its business into international mar...

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LG & Opalnet host forum to empower Kenya’s commercial laundry sector

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

LG Electronics and its local distributor, Opalnet Ltd, have hosted a seminar to empower Kenya’s commercial laundry sector. The sector has seen a 25% surge i...

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CS Kagwe leads mission to US to boost Kenya’s agricultural exports

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Mutahi Kagwe, has begun a week-long mission in the United States aimed at securing direct m...

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Grammy winner KayCyy teams up with Njerae for new single ‘Far Away’

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Kenyan-born, American-based rapper and producer KayCyy has announced his new single, “Far Away”. It is a collaboration with talented Kenyan artist and produ...

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Rwandese Rapper Ish Kevin teams up with Njerae for new single, “Best Friend”

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Rwandese rap star Ish Kevin, the newest signee to Universal Music Group East Africa, has announced his debut single with the label, a collaboration with Ken...

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KCB RFC aims for glory at Kabeberi Sevens

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

KCB RFC plans to continue its dominant run as the 2025 National Sevens Circuit's fifth leg, the Kabeberi Sevens, kicks off this weekend at the RFUEA Grounds...

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Aga Khan University Hospital honoured at East Africa Supply Chain & Logistics Summit

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has received two awards at the 3rd Annual Supply Chain & Logistics Summit and Awards, East Africa. The hospital'...

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Intra-African Trade Fair 2025: Leaders converge in Algiers to drive Africa’s trade agenda

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), the African Union Commission (AUC), and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat have anno...

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Isuzu East Africa celebrates 50 Years of driving progress with a time capsule ceremony

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

Isuzu East Africa (Isuzu EA) celebrated its 50th anniversary with a grand "Golden Jubilee" event. The celebration, held at the company’s Nairobi Assembly Pl...

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Psychological thriller film “HOLLOW” to premiere on October 31

Samson NderiSeptember 5, 2025

A new psychological thriller, HOLLOW, is set to premiere on October 31, 2025. Produced by HME Originals and Film State, the film is a chilling exploration o...

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Poetry Slam Africa third preliminary round is this Saturday at Goethe-Institut

Makena Ndung'uSeptember 5, 2025

The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as Poetry Slam Africa holds its third preliminary round this Saturday. The event is a high-stakes competition wher...

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Fairtrade Africa celebrates 20 years, launches new strategy to support farmers

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

Fairtrade Africa is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of investing in African and Middle Eastern farming communities. The organization a...

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Showmax hit show “Single Kiasi” returns for a fourth season on September 17

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

Showmax has announced that hit drama, Single Kiasi is returning to Showmax with a fourth season on 17 September, 2025. Season 4 picks up from the dramatic cl...

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra now available in Kenya for Ksh. 189,000

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is now available for sale in the Kenyan market. It is available for sale at a recommended retail price of Ksh. 189,000 and is a...

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Kenyan private sector shows signs of recovery in August, Stanbic PMI finds

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

The Stanbic Bank Kenya Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for August shows a significant easing in the contraction of private sector business conditions, hint...

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CNN debuts “Seasons,” a new series on Global trends and innovation

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

CNN is launching a new multi-platform series, Seasons, which will explore the shifting global trends in fashion, travel, food, technology, design, and art. ...

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Safaricom Chapa Dimba all-stars head to Spain for International football camp

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

The Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars team is off to Spain. The 25 top players, scouted from the Season 4 tournament, will leave Nairobi on Saturday, Septembe...

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Inaugural Angola Airlines direct flight to Nairobi set to boost trade & tourism

Samson NderiSeptember 4, 2025

The tourism sector is celebrating the arrival of the first-ever direct flight from Luanda, Angola, to Nairobi. The new TAAG Angola Airlines service is seen ...

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Xiaomi launches the Redmi 15C to retail as from Ksh. 11,999

Staff WriterSeptember 2, 2025

Xiaomi Kenya has launched the all-new Redmi 15C into the Kenyan market. The device is a sleek, stylish smartphone designed to bring massive power, immersive vie...

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How a citizen-first approach by KRA can transform tax collection in Kenya

Samson NderiSeptember 2, 2025

For any nation to thrive, its revenue authority must be more than just a tax collector; it needs to be a partner in progress, fostering voluntary compliance...

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World Rugby confirms 2026 SVNS calendar and three division structure

Samson NderiSeptember 2, 2025

World Rugby Sevens has unveiled a significantly revamped format for the 2026 HSBC SVNS Series, ushering in a new, three-division global model. This new s...

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Dr. Sidi Ould Tah officially sworn in as the 9th President of the AfDB

Samson NderiSeptember 2, 2025

Dr. Sidi Ould Tah has officially been sworn in as the 9th President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). The 60 year old from Mauritania was electe...

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Chegilet Health Centre gets Ksh. 50M boost from M-Pesa Foundation for maternity wing

Samson NderiSeptember 1, 2025

The M-Pesa Foundation has invested Ksh. 50 million towards the construction of a new maternity wing at the Chegilet Health Centre in Keiyo North Sub-County, Elg...

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I&M Foundation commits to long term impact at 5th anniversary celebration

Samson NderiSeptember 1, 2025

The I&M Foundation, the philanthropic branch of I&M Group PLC, today celebrated its fifth anniversary at Strathmore University. The event highlighte...

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IEBC announces resumption of continuous voter registration from Sept 29

Samson NderiSeptember 1, 2025

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the resumption of its continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise, which is set to...

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Oxford University hosts VC fund managers to strengthen Africa’s venture capital landscape

Samson NderiSeptember 1, 2025

More than 40 leading African venture capital (VC) fund managers are participating in the Africa Venture Finance Programme (AVFP) at Oxford University's Saïd...

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