USAID to sponsor the AlphaExpo mini-accelerator and startup pitch competition at the 10th Africa fintech summit in Lusaka, Zambia

Gladys WamuyuNovember 10, 2023

The Africa Fintech Summit is pleased to announce that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), as the Sponsor for the 6th Alpha Expo Mini Accelera...

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M-KOPA Kenya; Improving lives with AI and digital loans one smartphone at a time

Staff WriterNovember 10, 2023

Jane Omondi sells freshly cooked fish from a stand on a bustling roadside in Utawala, a low- to medium-income neighborhood about 16 kilometers, or 10 miles, ea...

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Africa is urged to collaborate to enhance AI readiness for transformative growth

Gladys WamuyuNovember 9, 2023

There is a need for players in Africa's private and public sectors to start working together to centre the continent in the global generative Artificial Intelli...

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KBL asks for spirits excise tax review to combat illicit alcohol trade

Gladys WamuyuNovember 8, 2023

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) excise tax collections from spirits dropped by 20.7 per cent in its first quarter, ending September 2023. This points to a shift i...

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Global companies in Kenya to face highest rates of security threats in 2024

Gladys WamuyuNovember 8, 2023

An anticipated rise in security threats including supply chain attacks, malicious damage to company property and violence against employees could have a serious...

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The economy will grow by 6% in 2024 according to the NCBA Economic Forum

Staff WriterNovember 8, 2023

The NCBA Economic ForuM has projected that the economy will grow up to 6% in 2024. The forum was held under the theme "2024 Macroeconomic Outlook: Divergence Ac...

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KBL calls for a review of excise duty charged on spirits as sales fall

Staff WriterNovember 8, 2023

Following a decline in excise duty collections, Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) has indicated that there is a need for the government to rethink its tax policy on...

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NCBA Economic Forum projects up to 6% growth in GDP for 2024

Gladys WamuyuNovember 7, 2023

NCBA Economic Forum has projected the economy to grow up to 6% in 2024, supported by a rebound in the agriculture sector. They also predict the resilience of th...

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All you need to know about the Equity Bank instant top up option

Staff WriterNovember 7, 2023

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are unable to complete your transaction due to insufficient funds while paying for goods and services, pay...

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What it takes to become a tax preparer

Staff WriterNovember 6, 2023

The career of a tax preparer can be both fulfilling and rewarding. In this article, we delve deeper into the prerequisites, skills, and training required to be ...

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Dr James Mwangi emphasizes need for social inclusion of refugees in Africa

Gladys WamuyuNovember 6, 2023

Equity Group Managing Director and CEO Dr. James Mwangi has called for increased social inclusion of refugees in Africa. In his address to the delegates attendi...

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James Mureu wins NCBA sponsored Monthly Mug Golf event at Naivasha Sports Club

Gladys WamuyuNovember 6, 2023

James Mureu from Naivasha has emerged as the overall winner of the NCBA sponsored Monthly Mug at Naivasha Sports Club in Nakuru county. Playing off handicap ...

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AAR launches ShwAARi, a single limit medical health cover

Gladys WamuyuNovember 6, 2023

AAR Insurance Kenya has announced an addition to its portfolio of the ShwAARi medical health cover. Some of the key highlights of this product are: It has a ...

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Safaricom Chapa Dimba heads to Bomet & Nakuru for inter-county playoffs

Gladys WamuyuNovember 3, 2023

Safaricom Chapa Dimba heads to Bomet and Nakuru counties this weekend for inter-county finals. A total of sixteen teams from South and Central Rift will battle ...

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Pwani Oil launches Sawa Milking Jelly a natural and preservative-free product

Gladys WamuyuNovember 3, 2023

Pwani Oil, a renowned company in the edible oils, personal care, and detergents industry, has proudly launched its latest innovation, Sawa Milking Jelly, an all...

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Oppo launches Legends campaign as it celebrates quality month

Staff WriterNovember 2, 2023

In an era where environmental consciousness is paramount there has been an increasing importance on the longevity and eco-friendliness of tech products. In o...

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MFS Africa & MVOLA partner to facilitate international money transfers into Madagascar

Gladys WamuyuNovember 1, 2023

MFS Africa has partnered with Mvola, Madagascar’s mobile money service, to facilitate inbound international money transfers. The partnership aims to further enh...

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MFS Africa rebrands to Onafriq

Gladys WamuyuNovember 1, 2023

MFS Africa, an African's digital payments network, has announced that it has rebranded to a new name, Onafriq. The inspiration behind the new name, Onafriq, ...

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Human resourse automation set to rise in East Africa

Gladys WamuyuNovember 1, 2023

Human Resource automation is expected to rise in the next five years in East Africa as organizations recognize the power of technology in monitoring employee pe...

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55 new cities join the UNESCO creative cities network on World Cities Day

Gladys WamuyuNovember 1, 2023

On World Cities Day, 55 cities join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), following their designation by UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay. New cit...

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90 media leaders attend the Bloomberg Africa Business Media Innovators Forum 2023

Gladys WamuyuNovember 1, 2023

Media, business, government, technology, and community leaders from across Africa and internationally have gathered today in Cape Town, South Africa for this ye...

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Protecting your financial assets; A guide to preventing & addressing fraud

Eugene OkumuNovember 1, 2023

The digitization of financial services in Kenya in recent years has earned global acclaim for streamlining access to financial services and solutions for a majo...

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Coca Cola announced as the soft drinks partners of Sauti Sol’s Solfest

Staff WriterOctober 31, 2023

Coke Studio™ has announced a partnership with SolFest, the highly anticipated music festival hosted by Sauti Sol. This show has been dubbed “The Last dance” as ...

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LG to gift toys to kids this festive season following partnership with Playmobil

Staff WriterOctober 31, 2023

LG has announced a partnership with Playmobil to create a magical experience for kids. Playmobil is one of the world's leading toy brands for children aged 4 to...

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Embracing Money Market Funds at a time of macro-economic uncertainties

Staff WriterOctober 31, 2023

Kenya, just like many emerging economies, has had a fair share of economic ups and downs. Inflation rates have soared, the cost of living has escalated, and th...

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Strengthening climate resilience: The need for an insurance based approach

Staff WriterOctober 31, 2023

As the world deals with the escalating impact of climate change, there is an urgent need for robust strategies to enhance climate resilience. Rising sea leve...

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Alphonce Kigen & Evaline Chirchir emerge as the winners in the 42 KM category of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon

Staff WriterOctober 30, 2023

Alphonce Kigen and Evaline Chirchir were crowned as the winners in the 42 Kilometers individual men and women categories in the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marat...

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Upgrade your lifestyle without breaking the bank with Absa Buy Now Lipa Pole Pole

Samson NderiOctober 30, 2023

Ladies often say that shopping is therapeutic something which I couldn't get my head around because I have always viewed it as a hustle. However, over time I ha...

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BURN issues $10M million green bond to support clean cooking in Africa

Gladys WamuyuOctober 27, 2023

BURN Manufacturing has announced the issuance of Africa’s first-ever green bond designated for clean cooking financing of USD $10 Million. The proceeds from ...

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Standard Chartered Women in Tech program awards 7 women-led startups with USD 70,000

Gladys WamuyuOctober 27, 2023

The Standard Chartered Bank and @iBizAfrica - Strathmore University, through its partnership program the Women in Tech Incubator program, has awarded 7 women-le...

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Absa Bank in plans to allocate Ksh. 120 Billion for sustainable financing

Staff WriterOctober 26, 2023

Absa Bank has announced plans to double its sustainable finance allocation to KES120 billion in two years as part of its refreshed sustainability commitment. T...

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LG launches ThinQ app 2.0 an upgraded version of its smart home innovation

Staff WriterOctober 26, 2023

LG has announced the release of its  ThinQ app 2.0 which is an upgraded version of its smart home innovation that transforms home appliances into ultra-connecte...

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CMC Motors celebrates collaboration with New Holland as it marks 75 years in Kenya

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

CMC Motors has celebrated  the 75th anniversary of its establishment in the country. The celebratory event was attended by key industry figures, including CN...

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Zhende Medical to build medical production facility in Tatu City

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

Zhende Medical Co. Ltd., a company specializing in the production and sale of disposable medical devices, will build production facilities at Tatu City and its ...

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Global Compact Kenya challenges companies to scale sustainable business practices

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

Global Compact Network Kenya Executive Director Judy Njino has challenged the private sector to accelerate action at the pace and scale needed to achieve the 17...

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Bolt increases fares for customers on its platform in Kenya

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

Bolt Kenya has increased its fare prices for customers on its platform in Kenya in response to a rise in fuel prices as announced by the Energy and Petroleum Re...

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Ericsson & Hack for Earth launch hackathon to identify sustainable solutions using tech

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

Ericsson and Hack for Earth have partnered to launch the Hack for Earth at COP28 co-organized with Ericsson, taking place between 1 and 3 December 2023, online....

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I&M Group appoints Robin Bairstow as the CEO for Uganda

Gladys WamuyuOctober 25, 2023

I&M Group Plc and the Board of Directors of I&M Bank (Uganda) Limited have announced the appointment of Mr. Robin Bairstow as the Chief Executive Office...

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ILAM FAHARI I-REIT redemption offer oversubscribed by 13%

Gladys WamuyuOctober 24, 2023

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed real estate investment trust ILAM Fahari Real Estate Investment Trust redemption offer has been oversubscribed by 1...

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AA Kenya launches a junior membership category for children aged 3 to 8 years

Staff WriterOctober 24, 2023

AA Kenya has announced that it has rolled out a junior membership category that will see children aged 3 to 8 years access road safety training for up to KES 50...

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Kenya Re launches Training Academy to upskill players in the insurance and reinsurance sector

Gladys WamuyuOctober 24, 2023

The Kenya Reinsurance Corporation (Kenya Re) has launched the Kenya Re Training Academy targeted at enhancing technical development and overall industry capacit...

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Empowering Young Minds: Bridge International Academies Kenya Pupils Experience an Exclusive Screening at the Premiere of ‘Shujaa Stories’

Makena Ndung'uOctober 20, 2023

The Power of Art in Education There's something truly magical about the power of storytelling and the arts to inspire young minds. This magic came to life one ...

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