Lamu Cultural Festival 2025 to inject millions into local economy with 30,000 guests expected

Zenia ObamoNovember 14, 2025

Lamu Town is preparing to welcome an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 visitors for the 23rd Lamu Cultural Festival, scheduled from Thursday, November 20th to Saturday...

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DTB expands footprint, opens 92nd Kenyan branch in Kitui

Samson NderiNovember 14, 2025

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has officially announced the opening of a new branch in Kitui County. It is the 92nd branch in Kenya and its 161st across the East Afri...

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Equity Group Foundation & UNDP partner to accelerate African innovation

Zenia ObamoNovember 14, 2025

The Equity Group Foundation (EGF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating inno...

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Leaders converge at Safaricom Cybersecurity Summit to secure Kenya’s digital future

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

Safaricom today hosted the Safaricom Cybersecurity Summit 2025 at the Mövenpick Hotel. The forum brought together a critical mass of business leaders, governmen...

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Building the financial framework for a sustainable built environment

Staff WriterNovember 13, 2025

In Africa, a house is more than a roof over one’s head. It is a symbol of dignity, a vessel of intergenerational wealth, and a cornerstone of economic stability...

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Well-being at workplace while building a culture where people thrive

Staff WriterNovember 13, 2025

As we move deeper into 2025, the pressures on workers globally have intensified. Rising living costs, blurred work-life boundaries, climate disruptions, and eco...

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ShamiriAI launched to deliver mental health support to African Youth

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

Shamiri Institute has unveiled shamiriAI, an Artificial Intelligence platform for mental health support for young people across Africa. In Kenya, with a popu...

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Africa’s creative workforce is ready; Now let’s invest in it

Staff WriterNovember 13, 2025

Walk into a film set in Lagos, a music studio in Nairobi, or an editing suite in Johannesburg, and you’ll witness something extraordinary: Africa is bursting wi...

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Visa & Mojaloop collaborate on fraud prevention in digital payments

Zenia ObamoNovember 13, 2025

Visa and the Mojaloop Foundation have announced a collaboration aimed at boosting fraud prevention and risk mitigation in the digital payments landscape. The...

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Google launches Gemini Pro Plan in Kenya, offering free access to university students

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

Google has officially launched its Gemini Pro Plan (Google AI Pro) in Kenya. As part of the launch, Google will provide eligible Kenyan university and colleg...

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Airtel picks Nokia to build its fiber network in East and Central Africa

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

Airtel Africa, through its fiber service arm, Airtel Africa Telesonic, has selected Nokia to build a high-capacity terrestrial fiber network spanning East and C...

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Importers take note: KRA automates bank Guarantees in iCMS

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a crucial public notice regarding the Automation of Bank Guarantees within its Integrated Customs Management System...

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Nairobi County designates Sidian Bank as principal banker for health facilities

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

The Nairobi City County Government has announced a sudden and significant change regarding the banking operations for its health facilities, following a resolut...

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Kenya’s Prof. Phoebe Okowa elected Judge of the International Court of Justice

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

In a landmark achievement for Kenya and the global legal community, the nation proudly announces the election of Prof. Phoebe Okowa as a Judge of the Internatio...

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Kenya adopts landmark law to regulate fertility treatment and surrogacy

Zenia ObamoNovember 13, 2025

The National Assembly of Kenya has passed the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill, 2022, establishing the country's first comprehensive legal framework ...

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The ultimate Christmas movie streaming cheat sheet for 2025

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

Whether you’re a fan of festive classics, cheesy holiday romance, or action-packed winter adventures, this comprehensive Christmas Movies 2025 Streaming Cheat S...

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EABL bond oversubscribed by 52.4%, raises Ksh. 16.76 billion

Samson NderiNovember 13, 2025

East African Breweries PLC (EABL) has concluded the first tranche of its new Ksh. 20 billion Domestic Medium-Term Note Programme, raising a total of Ksh. 16.76 ...

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Farmer’s Choice launches cookout series dubbed “Moments Made to Last”

Samson NderiNovember 12, 2025

Farmer’s Choice Limited has announced the successful launch of their Farmer’s Choice Cookout Series dubbed “Moments Made to Last”. The new experiential event...

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MoH, D4HL & Treasury partner on staff wellness screening ahead of World Diabetes Day 2025

Zenia ObamoNovember 12, 2025

The Ministry of Health (MoH), in collaboration with Doctors for Healthy Living (D4HL) and The National Treasury, conducted a staff wellness screening session at...

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I&M FX DIRECT platform launched for business forex trading

Samson NderiNovember 12, 2025

I&M Bank today announced the official launch of I&M FX DIRECT, an online foreign exchange trading platform set to transform how businesses in Kenya mana...

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Globetrack makes history with triple win at AMEC Awards 2025

Zenia ObamoNovember 12, 2025

Globetrack has achieved a historic milestone by securing three major accolades at the AMEC Awards 2025 in London. This marks the first time an African company h...

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New Showmax original TV show, Adam to Eve, to premiere on November 26

Zenia ObamoNovember 12, 2025

Showmax has announced that its new TV show, Adam to Eve, an inventive Kenyan series is scheduled to premiere on November 26, 2025. The show stars Blessing Lu...

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CBK reopens long-term treasury bonds to raise Ksh. 40 Billion

Samson NderiNovember 12, 2025

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the 8th Treasury Bond reopening for the Fiscal Year 2025/26, seeking to raise Ksh. 40 billion in a dual-tranche au...

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Sportpesa Tujiamini Cheza Dimba tournament to land in Narok this Saturday

Samson NderiNovember 12, 2025

The Sportpesa Tujiamini Cheza Dimba tournament will arrive in the South Rift region on Saturday, November 15th at the William Ole Ntimama Stadium. This leg o...

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Here are the TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa 2025 nominees

Zenia ObamoNovember 12, 2025

The 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa are returning to shine a spotlight on the incredible creators, artists, and trendsetters who have completely dominated...

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Kenya to make history as first country to host Johnnie Walker AfroExchange

Zenia ObamoNovember 12, 2025

Johnnie Walker’s AfroExchange is set to make a historic debut in Kenya, establishing the nation as the first East African country to host the pan-African cu...

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Absa advocates for direct financing to unlock East Africa’s SME potential at EAC Trade Fair

Staff WriterNovember 12, 2025

Absa Bank Kenya has called for a critical shift in how financial institutions engage with East Africa’s small businesses, urging banks to take financing and sup...

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ITC makes history by opening first regional office outside Geneva in Nairobi

Samson NderiNovember 12, 2025

The International Trade Centre (ITC) marked a significant turning point in its history with the official inauguration of its first-ever regional office outside ...

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How to stream 3 productions from the Lagos International Theatre Festival 2025

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

The Lagos International Theatre Festival 2025 (LITF 2025), is live this week at the MUSON Centre, Lagos, running from November 10–16. For the first time ever...

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Lawyer Shimaka Necheza Leonard officially joins the KRA Board

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has welcomed a new member to its Board of Directors, Shimaka Necheza Leonard. Necheza was officially appointed by the Cabin...

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Aga Khan University faculty members recognized among World’s top 2% scientists by Stanford

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

Faculty members from the Aga Khan University Kenya (AKU Kenya), have earned a place on the World's Top 2% Scientists List for 2024. The list is compiled by Stan...

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How Kenyans can study in Hungary for free through the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

The Government of Hungary, through the Tempus Public Foundation, has officially opened the application process for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship for the...

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Stay ahead of scams: Your essential guide to digital security from Equity Bank

Samson NderiNovember 11, 2025

As fraudsters employ more sophisticated tactics to steal your money, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), vigilance is more crucial than ever. ...

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How to secure Africa’s $205 Billion crypto future from rising fraud

Samson NderiNovember 11, 2025

Cryptocurrency in Africa has evolved rapidly from a fringe financial activity into a major economic force, driven by economic volatility and a growing demand fo...

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Mastercard Collection launched to elevate dining, travel & entertainment for EEMEA’s premium cardholders

Samson NderiNovember 11, 2025

Mastercard has officially launched "The Mastercard Collection" in the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region. It introduces a new suite of enhanc...

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Business Ecosystems Summit 2025 set to ignite MSME growth in Kisumu on Nov 26-28

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

The 2025 Business Ecosystems Summit (BES 2025) is officially scheduled to take place from November 26-28, 2025, in Kisumu City. This key event will gather leade...

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KRA appoints George Obell as Commissioner for Micro and Small Taxpayers Department

Samson NderiNovember 11, 2025

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. George Obell as the Commissioner for the Micro and Small Taxpayers (MST) Depar...

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Equity and social justice through devolved climate action: Community-led adaptation in Kenya

Staff WriterNovember 11, 2025

When governors, ministers, and global partners gathered in Homa Bay for the 2025 Devolution Conference, one message stood out: Kenya’s fight against climate cha...

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DStv thrills: Landman S2, Last Breath, & the Unspoken War Docuseries lead November Lineup

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

With fresh premieres, exciting new seasons, and captivating dramas and comedies, there is still plenty of incredible content to binge before November comes to a...

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Kenya demands 80% Kenyan workforce & 60% local sourcing from Multinational companies

Zenia ObamoNovember 11, 2025

Kenya's Parliament is set to debate the Local Content Bill, 2025, a proposed law aimed at dramatically boosting employment for local citizens and strengthening ...

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TECNO SPARK Slim is now available for sale in Kenya at Ksh. 27,999

Zenia ObamoNovember 10, 2025

TECNO has officially launched the TECNO SPARK Slim in Kenya, setting a new benchmark for smartphone design. The new smartphone is retailing at Ksh. 27,999. T...

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Tusker Oktobafest closes nationwide tour with thrilling Kisumu finale

Zenia ObamoNovember 10, 2025

The Tusker Oktobafest beer and culture festival wrapped up its nationwide tour in spectacular fashion this past Saturday, October 8th, with a grand finale at th...

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