How Maia & King captured 8 years of Book Bunk reclaiming history in ‘How To Build A Library’

James WamathaiOctober 13, 2025

With the critically acclaimed documentary, How To Build A Library, set to open the NBO Film Festival on October 16th, filmmakers Maia Lekow and Christopher King...

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NCBA sends 110 Kenyan SME & commercial customers on strategic China business trip

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

NCBA Bank has flagged off a cohort of 110 Commercial and SME Banking customers for a strategic 12-day business immersion trip to China. Taking place from Oct...

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Pesalink partners with Choice Bank to deliver instant digital payments

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Pesalink and Choice Microfinance Bank Kenya Limited (Choice Bank) have partnered to integrate Pesalink's instant payment infrastructure into Choice Bank's digit...

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South African music sensation AzureDé lands in Nairobi for debut media tour

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

South Africa’s fast-rising music star, AzureDé, has arrived in Nairobi for her debut week-long media tour in Kenya. The KwaZulu-Natal native, known for seaml...

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East African Business Summit to convene 600 leaders in Nairobi on October 16-17

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The East African Business and Investment Summit & Expo 2025 is set to gather over 600 business leaders, investors, SMEs, and high-level Government represent...

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Dusit Princess Nairobi clinches 5 top honours at Haute Grandeur Global Awards

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The Dusit Princess Hotel Nairobi has won multiple top accolades at the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Awards 2025. Dusit Princess received top honors in f...

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Mejja & Iyanii thrill as Tusker Oktobafest takes over Eldoret’s Tamasha Lounge

Samson NderiOctober 13, 2025

Following a successful launch in Nairobi, Tusker Oktobafest continued its countrywide celebration of beer and culture by making a stop in Eldoret on Saturday, O...

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When everyone becomes a digital expert: The rise of ad criticism online

Staff WriterOctober 13, 2025

Marketing and digital advertising budgets in Kenya have been growing steadily. Corporates are investing heavily to position their brands in an increasingly ...

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4 women to represent Kenya at the Absa GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Four talented young Kenyan women are set to represent the nation at the prestigious Absa Bank Kenya-GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon continental finals. Thei...

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KIFWA & Capital Pay seal Ksh. 12B partnership to digitise Kenya’s logistics sector

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (KIFWA) has signed a landmark $80 million (Ksh. 12 billion) partnership with Capital Pay Internation...

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OPPO A6 Pro series to be launched in Kenya on October 23

Samson NderiOctober 13, 2025

OPPO Kenya has announced that the OPPO A6 Pro Series is scheduled to hit the Kenyan market on October 23, 2025. The new device pairs a large 7,000mAh long-lasti...

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Carrefour Kenya Partners with Food Banking Kenya to Combat Food Waste and Insecurity

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Carrefour Kenya, operated by Majid Al Futtaim, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Food Banking Kenya (FBK) to redistribute surplusfood to vulne...

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Wellness is the new luxury: redefining the future of hospitality

Staff WriterOctober 13, 2025

Luxury in hospitality is no longer measured solely by five-star service, plush bedding, or panoramic views. Today’s traveler seeks something far more transforma...

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Actis exits Mi Vida Homes in management-led buyout

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

Mi Vida Homes Limited has signed a share purchase agreement for a management-led buyout of the company from Actis. The transaction is subject to regulatory appr...

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Suspect arrested in Uasin Gishu for illegal stream distribution

Zenia ObamoOctober 13, 2025

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO), in collaboration with enforcement authorities, has arrested a suspect following an investigation into a online piracy networ...

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How to register as a voter, through IEBC, in Kenya

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) runs a continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise to ensure every eligible citizen can particip...

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Golf rising star: Meet Kenya’s Chanelle Wangari Mwangi

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

At just 19 years old, Chanelle Wangari Mwangi is quickly becoming one of the most promising golfers on the African circuit and beyond. Representing the Kenya La...

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John Lejirma wins the NCBA Nyanza Open ‘Hippo Pot’ 2025

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

The NCBA Nyanza Open 'Hippo Pot' 2025 concluded with a thrilling finish, seeing John Lejirma emerge victorious with a score of -1. Lejirma posted one under p...

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Shujaa secures historic four-peat as Lionesses reclaim Safari Sevens crown

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

Nyayo National Stadium was the scene of national celebration as both Kenya's national men's and women's sevens teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, swept the 2025 S...

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Kenyans must now register their biometric data when travelling to Europe

Zenia ObamoOctober 12, 2025

Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) officially begins its phased rollout today, October 12, fundamentally changing how non-EU citizens enter and exit the Schen...

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KCPE & KCSE Certificates to be collected from Sub-County education offices from 2026

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

The Ministry of Education in Kenya has announced a significant policy shift regarding the collection of KCPE (Kenya Certificate of Primary Education) and KCSE (...

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Kenya to launch Global online coffee auction to boost farmer earnings

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

Kenya is on the verge of a historic overhaul of its coffee sector, setting the stage for the launch of its first ever global online coffee auction. The move is ...

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Kenya’s first reparations festival, Wakati Wetu, set for Nairobi on October 22-23

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

The global movement for reparations is set to converge in Nairobi, Kenya, on October 22–23, 2025, for the inaugural Wakati Wetu Festival. Under the banner, "It'...

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CBK confirms retail bond system will run on the Dhow CDS platform

Samson NderiOctober 12, 2025

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has moved to ease market uncertainty by clarifying that its planned retail bond system will be integrated into the existing Dhow...

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Kenya buys back Ksh. 81.2B of 2028 Eurobond following successful dual issuance

Zenia ObamoOctober 12, 2025

Kenya has successfully concluded a tender offer for its 2028 Eurobond, repurchasing US$628.44 million (Ksh. 81.2 billion) of the notes. This liability managemen...

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Kenya to invest Ksh. 19B to boost TDB & Afreximbank shareholding

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya has announced a major financial commitment to African led institutions, pledging a total of $150 million (Ksh. 19 billion) to two key multilateral banks. ...

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COMESA launches user trials for digital retail payments platform in Malawi & Zambia

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

The COMESA Clearing House (CCH) initiative, the Digital Retail Payments Platform (DRPP), has successfully moved into user trials within the Malawi and Zambia pa...

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Kenya Power’s profit dips 18% to Ksh. 24.47 billion for FY 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya Power has announced a net profit of Ksh. 24.47 billion for the financial year ended 2025. This is a 18.7% decline from the previous year's Ksh. 30.08 bill...

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Kenyan parliament passes landmark crypto law

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

Kenya is set to establish its first comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies after Parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 20...

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Kenya Airways is the official airline partner for Safari Sevens 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 11, 2025

In the world of sport, Kenya Airways (KQ) has cemented a new partnership with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), officially becoming the airline partner for the 27th ...

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M-Pesa Foundation to invest Ksh. 120M in Maseno University Innovation Hub

Zenia ObamoOctober 10, 2025

The M-Pesa Foundation is set to build a modern innovation hub at Maseno University with an investment of KES 120 million. This project is designed to boost digi...

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BBS Mall owner to build Ksh. 65 billion mega project at Tatu City

Zenia ObamoOctober 10, 2025

Abdiweli Hassan, the owner of Business Bay Square Mall (BBS Mall), is set to construct a massive 60-acre mixed-use development at Tatu City Special Economic Zon...

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NBO Film Festival returns for the 7th edition on October 16–27

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

The NBO Film Festival is set for the return of its 7th edition, running from October 16th to 27th, 2025. This year’s festival will once again transform Nairobi ...

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Come watch amazing films for free at the Kilifi Creek Festival 2025

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

The Kilifi Creek Festival is a celebration of cinema, storytelling, and cultural heritage in Kilifi Creek in coastal Kenya. The 2025 Kilifi Creek Festi...

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Arthur Oginga & James Mwangi appointed to Africa Natural Capital Alliance Governing Council

Samson NderiOctober 9, 2025

Arthur Oginga, Group CEO of Old Mutual Group, has been appointed to the inaugural Africa Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA) Governing Council. Equity Group CEO Jam...

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Khaligraph & Fathermoh to headline Tusker powered Safari Sevens afterparty

Samson NderiOctober 9, 2025

Khaligraph Jones and Fathermoh will headline the official Safari Sevens Afterparty this weekend at the Nyayo National Stadium. The afterparty, powered by Tus...

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Why customer experience is the next frontier of business success

Staff WriterOctober 9, 2025

Every October, Customer Service Week reminds us that service isn’t just about processes - it’s about people. This year’s theme, Mission: Possible, speaks direct...

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Customer focus the missing link in Kenya’s insurance growth

Staff WriterOctober 9, 2025

Despite ongoing investments in technology and steady premium growth, insurance penetration in Kenya remains low, stuck between 2.3 and 2.4 percent of GDP. These...

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Kitchen gardens as a lifeline in Kenya’s drylands

Staff WriterOctober 9, 2025

The most powerful solutions to complex challenges are often those that are localized, sustainable, and empowering. Nowhere is this clearer than in Kenya’s Arid ...

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KRA plans to decouple services from location to boost support to taxpayers

Samson NderiOctober 9, 2025

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is undertaking a significant digital transformation by introducing Stationless Personal Identification Number (PIN) Service De...

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WaterConnect secures first development agreement for water project in Naivasha

Samson NderiOctober 9, 2025

WaterConnect, the project development company founded by Water.org, has achieved a milestone by signing its inaugural development agreement. This deal will a...

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Airtel Kenya opens experiential customer centre at Sarit Centre

Zenia ObamoOctober 9, 2025

Airtel Kenya has launched an experiential customer care hub at Sarit Centre in Nairobi. The new hub is designed to allow customers to engage directly with Airte...

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