RFH Healthcare partners with AfricInvest to sign funding deal via Asoko

Grace MathekaNovember 22, 2021

Ruai Family Hospital, trading as RFH Healthcare, has entered into an agreement with pan-African asset management platform, AfricInvest, through its debt vehicle...

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EABC urges EAC states to speed up trade negotiations with the UK

Grace MathekaNovember 20, 2021

The East African Business Council (EABC) has urged EAC partner states to conclude their collective trade agreement with the United Kingdom to avoid trade uncert...

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Public voting is now open for the accountability music awards; Kenya’s King Kaka among finalists

Grace MathekaNovember 20, 2021

Finalists for the 2021 Accountability Music Awards have been selected, and are now open for public voting. The 2021 AMAs are a collaboration between Accounta...

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Infinix Note 11 Pro review

Samson NderiNovember 20, 2021

Infinix officially launched the NOTE 11 series of smartphones in the Kenyan market earlier this month. Specifically, they launched the NOTE 11 and NOTE 11 Pro. ...

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What would an African Metaverse look like?

Staff WriterNovember 20, 2021

In late October, Mark Zuckerberg managed to make headlines with almost every news outlet around the world when he announced that his company would be changing i...

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Telkom customers to now enjoy 100 free minutes of talk time for Ksh. 10 in reviewed voice offerings

Grace MathekaNovember 20, 2021

Telkom has reviewed its voice offers for its mobile prepaid customers. The revamped voice bundle Sema Yote earlier known as Chapa Story, will give customers 100...

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The untold story of sexual exploitation in the creative industry

wandirikarimiNovember 20, 2021

Whenever one thinks of sexual exploitation, most often than not what comes to mind is scenes from a fast paced thriller about busting human trafficking rings an...

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The pitfalls of the Kenyan creative industry & how creatives are reclaiming their space

Eugene OkumuNovember 18, 2021

Kenya, an East African nation with a population of 53 million, and a socio-political and economic hub of the region, is a bastion of many firsts. Here are some ...

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Customers can now access MPESA statements older than 6 months

Grace MathekaNovember 18, 2021

Since the launch of the MPESA App in June this year, Safaricom has been constantly making adjustments and updates to match customer needs and enhance customer e...

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The Kenya China Chamber of Commerce has been launched in Nairobi

Grace MathekaNovember 18, 2021

The Kenya China Chamber of Commerce (KCCC) has been officially launched in Kenya. This is with the aim of building lasting relationship with businesses and trad...

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Microsoft commits to support financial digital transformation with tailored cloud solutions

Grace MathekaNovember 18, 2021

Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to assisting financial services providers in Kenya with specialized Cloud solutions in their digital transformation jour...

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Bloomberg report indicates that COVID-19 is the biggest contributor to extreme poverty in Africa

Grace MathekaNovember 18, 2021

A report released at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed about 30 million people in sub-Saharan Afri...

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Here are five reasons why you need to choose LG TVs for gaming

Samson NderiNovember 17, 2021

Over the years, gaming has taken root in our country to the extent some people have even made it a career. As all gamers know, the screen/TV you are using is a ...

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Monster Energy launches a national consumer promotion to reward loyal customers

Grace MathekaNovember 17, 2021

Monster Energy has launched its first ever national consumer promotion dubbed Monster win a trip to Dubai in Kenya to reward their customers. The promotion is s...

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Kiambu County lauds Tatu City development during appraisal tour

Grace MathekaNovember 16, 2021

Kiambu County through its Development Implementation Coordination Committee (CDICC) has commended Tatu City’s development as it creates employment and homes thr...

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A look at WayaMoney, a free money transfer platform

Grace MathekaNovember 16, 2021

WayaMoney, a digital banking platform, was launched back in 2019 in Ghana. It was founded by Delali Anku, who is also the CEO, and Carol Cherotich, who also ser...

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Safaricom rolls out M-PESA promotion for businesses with ‘Lipa na MPESA’ & ‘Pochi la Biashara’

Grace MathekaNovember 16, 2021

Safaricom has launched a promotion campaign to reward business owners on its Lipa Na MPESA and Pochi La Biashara services. The promotion comes as more business ...

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The Exploitation of Creatives: A Major Stumbling Block for the Entertainment Industry in Kenya

caroleNovember 15, 2021

Kenya is well known for having a lively audience ready to receive and appreciate top notch entertainment. From music to films, our country has a well-structured...

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Toyota Hilux Safari Limited edition launched in the Kenyan market

Grace MathekaNovember 15, 2021

Toyota Kenya has introduced the Hilux Safari Rally Limited Edition in Kenya. The new Hilux is a limited and exclusive edition offering all the style, ambiance, ...

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Renewable energy is the key to cheaper electricity in Kenya 

Samson NderiNovember 15, 2021

The World Economic Forum found that renewable resources created the cheapest form of electricity throughout the world. The cost of fossil fuels has continued to...

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Interview with Andrew Mwithiga on “Abby”, Absa Bank’s new WhatsApp banking feature

Samson NderiNovember 15, 2021

In August this year, Absa Bank launched a new innovation that enables its customers to access their bank accounts and transact via WhatsApp. We spoke to Andrew ...

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MoData partners with DataVisor to deliver AI fraud detection solution in Africa

Grace MathekaNovember 12, 2021

MoData, a digital solutions company, has partnered with DataVisor to deliver AI-powered fraud management solution to its customers across Africa. The new par...

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LG launches 12kg AI powered Vivace 950 washing machine in the Kenyan market

Grace MathekaNovember 12, 2021

LG has launched the new Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered 2021 Vivace 950 (V950) washing machine in the Kenyan market. The washing machine is currently av...

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Showmax Pro to showcase Valentino Rossi’s final race at the Valencia MotoGP this weekend

Grace MathekaNovember 12, 2021

As 9 time world champion Valentino Rossi prepares for the final race of his MotoGP career, Showmax Pro subscribers can catch his final race live from Spain this...

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The different forms of exploitation in the Kenyan creative industry

lucyNovember 10, 2021

The creative economy is one of the most rapidly growing sectors in the global economy, offering new and high growth opportunities, especially for developing an...

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Standard Chartered commits to support conservation at the Nairobi Arboretum Park

Grace MathekaNovember 10, 2021

Standard Chartered Bank has signed a 3 year partnership with the Kenya Forest Services (KFS) and Nairobi Arboretum Conservancy Community Forest Association (NAC...

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19 year old Ayra Star has been names as Spotify’s November EQUAL music artist

Grace MathekaNovember 10, 2021

Ayra Starr is the newest artist to join Spotify's EQUAL music program as the EQUAL Africa Artist of the Month. Spotify's EQUAL music program aims to foster gen...

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Upfield commemorates third anniversary with reforestation exercise in Karura forest

Grace MathekaNovember 10, 2021

Upfield, a plant-based consumer products company, recently undertook a reforestation exercise at Karura Forest as part of its 3rd year celebrations in East and ...

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Standard Chartered launches menopause guidance for employees in a bid to promote inclusivity

Grace MathekaNovember 9, 2021

Standard Chartered has launched its first-ever dedicated menopause guidance for its employees, coinciding with this year's World Menopause Day. The new move aim...

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DP World launches the DUBUY.com, an eCommerce platform in the Kenyan market

Grace MathekaNovember 9, 2021

DP World has officially launched its wholesale eCommerce platform, DUBUY.com, in Kenya. The launch in Kenya follows the successful launch in Rwanda earlier this...

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Kenyan comedians are making waves on TikTok with millions of views

Grace MathekaNovember 9, 2021

Kenyans have for a long time embraced comedy on various online platforms including TikTok. Local comedy hashtags on the platform have managed to amass over 814 ...

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12 Nairobi restaurants to participate in the Mastercard taste of Nairobi experience

Grace MathekaNovember 9, 2021

Mastercard in partnership with EatOut and Singleton have launched the Mastercard taste of Nairobi to run through November 2021. Mastercard's Taste of Nairobi ai...

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Kimplanter Nurseries & Irri Hub Ke have been named among the winners of the 2021 YouthADAPT Solutions Challenge

Grace MathekaNovember 8, 2021

Winners of the 2021 Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge (YouthADAPT) were recently unveiled at COP26, at the Africa Pavilion in Glasgow, United Kingdom. The...

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Boehringer Ingelheim announces 2030 environmental sustainability commitments

Grace MathekaNovember 6, 2021

Boehringer Ingelheim, a pharmaceuticals company, has announced its plan for sustainability in line with the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26...

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Guinness rolls out the ‘Black shines brightest campaign’ in Kenya

Grace MathekaNovember 5, 2021

Guinness has launched a new campaign dubbed Black shines brightest, in Kenya. Guinness will work with content creators and influencers from across Kenya and Afr...

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Kenyan doctors urge cigarette smokers to use safer alternatives

Grace MathekaNovember 5, 2021

Kenyan and other African medics have issued a call through the African Harm Reduction Alliance (AHRA) to the World Health Organisation (WHO) to save millions of...

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Showmax Pro to stream Man Utd documentary ‘The United Way’ on November 9

Grace MathekaNovember 5, 2021

Football fans, and especially Manchester United fans, can now catch the much anticipated documentary titled The United Way on 9th November on Showmax Pro. The d...

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Here are 5 reasons why you should get an LG Tv

Samson NderiNovember 5, 2021

A television is something which has become a common fixture in our living rooms. As such, it important to get a good television which will suit your needs and o...

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AfDB projects a 4.9% average economic growth for East Africa in 2022

Grace MathekaNovember 5, 2021

East Africa’s economic growth is expected to recover to an average of 4.1% in 2021, up from 0.4% posted in 2020. In 2022, average growth is projected to hit 4.9...

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Mastercard Foundation partners with USIU & ASU to boost eLearning in Africa

Grace MathekaNovember 4, 2021

The Mastercard Foundation, USIU Africa, and the Arizona State University (ASU) have launched the Mastercard Foundation scholars program eLearning initiative. ...

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MTN Uganda receives consent from CMA to market its IPO to Kenyan investors

Grace MathekaNovember 4, 2021

Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has given a ‘no objection’ vote for The MTN Uganda Initial Public Offering (IPO) to be marketed in Kenya. This latest...

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The Kenya Big 5 Construct event is slated for November 24-26 at Sarit Centre

Grace MathekaNovember 4, 2021

The Big 5 Construct Kenya, an international construction business event, has announced a free physical event on November 24 – 26 2021 at the Sarit Expo Centre, ...

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