Tips for security and safety in the age of digital remittances

Staff WriterFebruary 17, 2023

Online money transfer has become an important part of everyday life in Kenya and across the globe. Digital money transfer services not only support millions of ...

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I&M Bank removes charges for mobile money transfers to & from M-PESA and Airtel Money

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2023

I&M Bank has announced a waiver of all transaction charges for mobile money transfers, through its digital banking platform I&M On The Go (OTG), to mobile money...

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Driving resilient economies through the digitization of SMEs

Staff WriterFebruary 17, 2023

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are critical to Africa's inclusive socioeconomic growth. These businesses help to anchor countries' economies and cont...

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Madison Group partners with HFC to construct a housing project in Athi River

Staff WriterFebruary 14, 2023

Madison Life Assurance and HFC have partnered to bring to life VillaKazi Homes, a planned mixed-use project in Athi River. Under the deal, Madison is providing ...

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Goethe-Institut Nairobi is re-opening with a list of creative events on February 17-19

James WamathaiFebruary 11, 2023

The Goethe-Institut Nairobi is finally re-opening its space in a new and fresh look to the public after extensive refurbishment. This entailed adding new spaces...

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Zodiac signs predicting gambling success in 2023

Samson NderiFebruary 9, 2023

According to forecasts of gamblinghoroscope.com, 2023 will be the best year for gambling. This is not true for all zodiac signs. You must be cautious not to fal...

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Equity Bank has integrated Western Union services on its Equity Mobile App

Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2023

Equity has announced that it has integrated Western Union services on its Equity Mobile App and Equity Online banking suites as part of the Bank’s efforts to en...

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TotalEnergies 232nd petrol station opened in Ruiru in expansion drive

Samson NderiFebruary 7, 2023

TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya has launched its 232nd service station in a bid to expand its footprint in the energy market. The new petrol station is located...

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14 best international TV shows to stream on Showmax this February

Samson NderiFebruary 6, 2023

This February, streaming service Showmax, has various international TV shows that you can watch on the platform. They include the 1st seasons of The Last Of Us,...

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Showmax to invest in 10 films from first-time African filmmakers; call for applications open

Samson NderiFebruary 6, 2023

Showmax has announced its intention to invest in 10 films from first time African filmmakers from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. This new developmen...

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TV shows and movies coming to Netflix Kenya this February

James WamathaiFebruary 6, 2023

Here is a quick list of all the new TV shows and movies that are coming to Netflix in February 2023. They include: Viking Wolf, 10 Days of a Good Man, African Q...

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Safaricom’s continues tradition of supporting development of golf among women and girls

Staff WriterFebruary 5, 2023

Safaricom, through its spirit of Tuinuane, has for more than two decades used sports such as golf to nurture and support talent to transform lives. Part of thi...

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IOM launches initiative to prevent human trafficking of vulnerable communities in Kenya

James WamathaiFebruary 4, 2023

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched a two year project aimed at preventing human trafficking of climate change affected communities ...

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EssenceMediacom launches with an aim of delivering marketing breakthroughs for their clients

Staff WriterFebruary 2, 2023

EssenceMediacom has been launched with an ambition to deliver marketing breakthroughs for their clients. With an intention to disrupt the old models across medi...

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Equity Bank completes acquisition of Spire Bank

James WamathaiFebruary 2, 2023

Equity Bank Kenya has announced that it has completed the purchase the certain assets and liabilities of Spire Bank. The transaction was completed on 31st Ja...

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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro review

Samson NderiFebruary 2, 2023

Tecno recently launched the Phantom X2 series in Kenya, that includes the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro. The Phantom sub-brand is Tecno's att...

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Absa Bank upgrades Timiza to allow for ATM withdrawals

James WamathaiFebruary 1, 2023

Absa Bank Kenya has introduced an ATM withdrawal feature to its mobile money platform Timiza. This will allow customers to withdraw funds from any of the bank’s...

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KAM statement on the proposed new excise duty regulations

Staff WriterFebruary 1, 2023

Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) is alarmed by the proposed Excise Duty (Excise Goods Management System) (Amendment) Regulations, 2023, that seek to inc...

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Jecinta Njeri, a deaf golfer among juniors sponsored by Safaricom to take part in the Magical Kenya Ladies Open

Staff WriterFebruary 1, 2023

Safaricom-sponsored quartet female junior golfers Jecinta Njeri from Nakuru, Kanana Muthomi from Nairobi, Idda Rose from Coast and Vivienne Otunde from Kisii ar...

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Veezaviz, a Kenyan innovation that is assisting people with hearing impairments to communicate

Faith WambuiJanuary 31, 2023

Hearing is part and parcel of life as it helps us receive information as well as communicate effectively. However, being able to hear perfectly well is somethin...

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Kenya Cane hosts ‘The Greats’ Fest in Kisumu City

Staff WriterJanuary 31, 2023

Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) through Kenya Cane hosted 'The Greats’ Fest cultural trail at the lakeside city of Kisumu this Saturday 28th January. The Kisumu ...

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Samsung has attained a ISO 22301 Certificate for its Device Solutions Division

Staff WriterJanuary 27, 2023

Samsung Electronics has announced that its Device Solutions (DS) Division attained the ISO 22301 Certificate, the international standard for Business Continuity...

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LG launches home appliances which are upgradable via an app

Staff WriterJanuary 27, 2023

LG Electronics has announced the global launch of its LG ThinQ™ UP upgradeable home appliances which includes refrigerators, washers, dryers, oven ranges, and d...

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LG’s new fridge comes with than 190,000 possible color combinations

Staff WriterJanuary 25, 2023

LG Electronics has launched an exciting, new color option for its groundbreaking refrigerator with MoodUP™ to offer personalized customer experiences at CES 202...

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Stanchart recommends a play it safe investment strategy for its investors in Kenya

Staff WriterJanuary 25, 2023

Standard Chartered Bank has indicated that it is recommending “Play it Safe” investment strategy for its investors in Kenya. This strategy is in response to ex...

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Safaricom’s M-PESA to sponsor Magical Kenya Ladies Golf Open to the tune of Ksh. 26.8 Million

Staff WriterJanuary 24, 2023

Safaricom's mobile money service, M-PESA, has announced a KSh. 26.8 million sponsorship for the third edition of the Magical Kenya Ladies Golf Open. The tournam...

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Get ready for the new Samsung Galaxy which is set to be launched

Staff WriterJanuary 24, 2023

Every year, mobile technology increasingly becomes the very core of our daily lives and the epicenter of innovation. With these essential devices, we create and...

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The Kenyan economy is expected to grow at a subdued rate of 5% in 2023

Staff WriterJanuary 23, 2023

The Kenyan economy is expected to grow at a projected rate of 5%, pulled down by a persistent rise in commodity prices, global events and a high risk of debt di...

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How to check your KCSE 2022 Results

Staff WriterJanuary 20, 2023

The Minister in charge of Education, Ezekiel Machogu, has just released the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education 2022 results (KCSE 2022 results) at the Ken...

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Kenya’s Isaac Ndolo has made it to the finals of Safal-Cornell Kiswahili Prize for African Literature competition

Staff WriterJanuary 20, 2023

Isaac Ndolo has made it to the finals of the Safal-Cornell Kiswahili Prize for African Literature competition with his manuscript titled Wimbo wa Hatima. Isaac,...

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Over 10,000 employees expected to lose their jobs at Microsoft

Faith WambuiJanuary 19, 2023

Microsoft has confirmed plans to fire over 10,000 employees by the end of March. Microsoft is the latest big tech company to face a challenging economy, and the...

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Kwara raises USD 3 Million in a seed extension funding round

Faith WambuiJanuary 17, 2023

Kwara has raised $3 million seed extension funding round, this is on top of the $4M Seed round that was raised last year. Investors in the round include existin...

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ERP and technology trends expected to shape 2023

Staff WriterJanuary 17, 2023

Following a year of disruption caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, supply chain disruptions and record-breaking inflation, we look to the year ahead and wha...

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LG has unveiled its 2023 strategy anchored on a sustainability blueprint

Faith WambuiJanuary 12, 2023

LG Electronics has rolled out its 2023 blueprint aimed at creating innovation for a better life and ensuring a sustainable future for all. Running under the ...

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Kwara enters deal to wholly acquire IRNET from KUSCCO LTD

Faith WambuiJanuary 12, 2023

Kwara, a Kenyan fintech company has agreed to wholly acquire IRNET Coop Kenya Ltd, a software company which is a subsidiary of the Kenya Union of Savings and Cre...

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Season 2 of Paa – Born To Fly, a teen mini-series drama now available on Youtube

Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2023

SKY Girls Kenya, a social program has confirmed that the teen mini-series drama titled "PAA – BORN TO FLY," starring an all-star Kenyan ensemble will be coming ...

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Football, a game full of passion and inspiration

Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2023

What was the most inspiring memory in your life? Was it the time you and your friends finally made it through high school? Was it the first time you received a ...

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Glovo report indicates that inclusion of vibandas has led to a rise in food orders

Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2023

Glovo has released data on key trends shaping 2022 in the Kenyan market which shows a 160% increase in local food orders compared to 2021. The increase of avail...

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LG introduces its new ARTCOOL Gallery air conditioner at the CES 2023

Staff WriterJanuary 8, 2023

LG Electronics has unveiled its latest ARTCOOL Gallery air conditioner at CES 2023 which was taking place between January 5th and 8th. The air conditioner boast...

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Ngángá Njiinu, the TransCentury Group CEO named among 25 most influential CEOs in 2023

Staff WriterJanuary 8, 2023

TransCentury Group CEO, Ngángá Njiinu has been recognised as being among the 25 most influential CEOs who will impact business in 2023. Njiinu was featured in t...

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CIC Insurance is encouraging students on internship to take a Personal Accident Cover

Faith WambuiJanuary 6, 2023

An accident at the workplace is simply one mishap away especially if you work in a risky environment. It’s therefore absolutely important to have insurance cove...

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LG Electronics Unveils New Laptop Lineup At The CES 2023

Staff WriterJanuary 6, 2023

LG Electronics has unveiled an expanded LG gram lineup, with the launch of the new gram Ultraslim and gram Style, at CES 2023. The lineup will feature new gram ...

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