GOtv is illegally charging customers for access to free to air channels

James WamathaiMay 28, 2015

GOtv decoder Kenya finally switched from analogue to digital broadcasting on 30th March 2015. The switch off happened in phases with the Nairobi and its env...

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StarTimes introduces 5 new channels

Euticus MolaMay 11, 2015

StarTimes Media has announced the introduction of five new entertainment channels on its platform with a key focus on African content. The five include i...

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Transform your idea into a game changing business with The Next Big Thing

James WamathaiJanuary 28, 2015

Starting out in business in Kenya, as in most places, is hard. Most aspiring entrepreneurs start out with an idea and a belief that their idea will turn into a ...

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GOtv subscribers to get special AFCON channel

Lulu AkakiJanuary 14, 2015

GOtv Plus subscribers are set to receive great football viewing thanks to a special AFCON-dedicated channel that will bring the 2015 Orange Africa Cup of...

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StarTimes launches new Bollywood Swahili channel

Lulu AkakiNovember 5, 2014

StarTimes is set to roll out increased local content through the introduction of Bollywood Swahili a channel that will employ dubbing technology to air awar...

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One year after Westgate, has anything changed?

Euticus MolaSeptember 22, 2014

image via September 21st 2013 will always be a significant day in Kenyan history following the Westgate terror attack. It was on this day that four heavily ...

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Samsung’s off-grid appliances changing viewing experience in rural Kenya

Lulu AkakiSeptember 18, 2014

obert Ngeru, Samsung Electronics Vice President and COO for East and Central Africa Households in rural Kenya can now have an exciting TV viewing experience...

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SautiSol and Elani among Channel O Africa Music Video Awards 2014 nominees

Lulu AkakiSeptember 8, 2014

Channel O, has announced the nominees for the 2014 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards. Kenya is represented in the list by Elani and Sauti Sol who are amon...

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Introducing Maisha Magic, a new East African channel on DSTV

Lulu AkakiAugust 8, 2014

M-Net East Africa Regional Director Michael Ndetei Maisha Magic, a new East African focused TV brand has been revealed by M-Net. The channel will officially...

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Regional Internet Exchange Point launched in Rwanda

Lulu AkakiJune 3, 2014

Rwandan Minister of Youth and ICT Jean Philbert Nsengimana An African Union (AU) led Eastern Africa Regional Internet Exchange Point (RIXP) and Regional Int...

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JamboJet & Intercontinental Hotel are giving you a chance to appreciate you mother this weekend

Lulu AkakiMay 9, 2014

This weekend is all about appreciating the person who gave you life; your mother. What better way to do it than take her out for a great day of pampering at...

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Kenya will host the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN)

James WamathaiFebruary 24, 2014

The CAF Executive Committee has decided that Kenya will host the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN), following receipt of necessary government guarant...

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Your chance to own affordable land in Oldonyo Ridge is here

Lulu AkakiDecember 19, 2013

Oldonyo Ridge We all deserve to have a secure future. For most of us, this means owning something that is ours, a piece of land is the ideal choice. One way...

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A chance to watch the solar eclipse in Sibiloi National Park

NjooroOctober 30, 2013

Sibiloi National Park has been chosen by astronomers as the best place to the eclipse on Nov 3 as it is only at the park where clear skies will occur. â€...

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A chance to have breakfast and talk about music with Sauti Sol

Euticus MolaJuly 1, 2013

The Creatives Garage Spanner Breakfast is a breakfast meet held at the MJ Centre, with a guest panelist of creative entrepreneurs, that allows creatives to co...

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The Changing Roles of Adverts in Society

Lulu AkakiMarch 26, 2013

A huge debate has hit the Kenya and it’s all about an advert that encourages the use of condoms in relationships. The advert in question is the ‘Weka Co...

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Youtube channel for Kenyan elections launched

Staff WriterJanuary 31, 2013

Google has today launched a Youtube channel for the upcoming Kenyan elections. The channel will be run in collaboration with social news gathering website s...

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Petrol & Diesel prices in Kenya jump by Ksh. 28.69 & Ksh. 40.30 per litre

Samson NderiApril 14, 2026

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a significant hike in fuel prices for the April–May 2026 cycle. Driven by a massive spike ...

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Madina Okot makes history as first Kenyan to be drafted into the WNBA

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

For decades, the global sporting identity of Kenya has been synonymous with the rhythmic stride of marathoners and the golden triumphs of the track. But in 2025...

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Tech reforms that should be adopted by IEBC ahead of 2027 elections

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

As Kenya transitions toward the 2027 General Election, the technology used to manage the Register of Voters (RoV) by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Co...

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AU adopts Equal Earth projection to accurately show Africa’s true size

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

In a historic move during its 39th Ordinary Session, the Assembly of the African Union (AU) has officially moved to dismantle centuries of cartographic invisibi...

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Juanita Tunu drops new single “Body Tea” after signing with UMG East Africa

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

Following her high-profile signing to Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA) in March 2026, bilingual Afro-pop sensation Juanita Tunu has officially premier...

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Why we must finally decolonize the Kenya Police Service

Zenia ObamoApril 14, 2026

For many Kenyans, the sight of a police uniform does not evoke a sense of safety; it evokes a sense of dread. This collective anxiety is not accidental, nor is ...

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KDIC invites public input on 2026 insurance rules & coverage limits

Samson NderiApril 14, 2026

The Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC) has officially launched a nationwide public participation exercise to reshape the country’s financial safety net....

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Kenya seeks public input on landmark National Forensic Science Bill 2026

Samson NderiApril 14, 2026

The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has officially launched a nationwide call for public participation regarding the newly developed National F...

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KRA announces search for a new Commissioner General

Samson NderiApril 14, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has declared a vacancy for the position of Commissioner General, seeking a to steer the institution through its next phase of ...

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How Airtel Money is making M-Pesa PayBill payments more affordable

Samson NderiApril 14, 2026

In Kenya’s digital economy, we’ve long accepted a network tax. If your money was on Airtel but your biller only had an M-Pesa Paybill, you were stuck in a cycle...

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Dr. Claire Kinuthia, Amber Ray & I&M Bank among nominees in the Click Awards 2026

Samson NderiApril 10, 2026

The Click Awards 2026 has officially entered its most anticipated phase, announcing a diverse shortlist of nominees and opening the floor for public voting. The...

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Sign up for amazing Masterclasses at the Nairobi Litfest 2026 on May 8

Samson NderiApril 9, 2026

As the landmark 5th edition of the Nairobi Litfest kicks off on Friday, May 8th, the festival, a collaborative effort between Book Bunk and Hay Festival Global,...

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Equity Bank launches digital FX platform for real-time currency trading

Samson NderiApril 9, 2026

Equity Bank has unveiled its FX Preferential Rate Solution, a digital-first platform designed to eliminate the traditional hurdles of foreign exchange. The n...

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Afreximbank launches $10B crisis response to shield African & Caribbean economies from trade shocks amid war

Zenia ObamoApril 9, 2026

The Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a US$10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP). The initiative is spe...

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Afreximbank reports 19% rise in FY 2025 net income at US$1.1 Billion

Samson NderiApril 9, 2026

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced that it has reported a net income of $1.16 billion for the year ended 31 December 2025. This is a 19%...

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Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator has supported over 100 startups with a $1.4B valuation

Zenia ObamoApril 9, 2026

Visa has announced that its Africa Fintech Accelerator has now supported over 100 startups, representing a combined valuation of $1.4 billion. The announcement...

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The defining test for Kenya’s innovation economy: Making AI work for everyone

Staff WriterApril 9, 2026

Kenya’s innovation story has always been written from the ground up. When constraints appear, local builders respond with creativity, resilience, and practical ...

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People-first leadership is key to long-term business resilience and growth

Staff WriterApril 9, 2026

McKinsey & Company’s research on organisational health has consistently shown that companies with strong people-centric practices dramatically outperform th...

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Kenya to introduce new Permit Processing Fees for ICT imports

Samson NderiApril 9, 2026

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has officially announced its intention to introduce a Permit Processing Fee for all applications submitted via the Na...

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Humphrey Wattanga exits as KRA boss as Lillian Nyawanda takes over in acting capacity

Samson NderiApril 9, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a significant change in its top leadership following the immediate departure of Commissioner General Humphrey Wa...

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“Nawi” & “Kash Money” lead star-studded Kalasha Awards 2026 nominee list

Samson NderiMarch 25, 2026

The Kenya Film Commission (KFC) has officially pulled back the curtain on the nominees for the 14th edition of the Kalasha International Film and TV Awards (Kal...

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CA mandates that only USB Type-C phones can be sold in Kenya from now on

Zenia ObamoMarch 25, 2026

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has officially declared USB Type-C as the mandatory charging standard for all mobile phones sold in the country. The ...

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Old Mutual Holdings reports Ksh. 856M net profit for FY 2025

Samson NderiMarch 17, 2026

Old Mutual Holdings PLC has announced a resilient financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, posting a profit after tax of Ksh. 856 million. Th...

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Kenya Ports Authority announces 194 internship & apprenticeship opportunities

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 internship and apprenticeship program. With a mission to provide efficient and comp...

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High Court rules long term retention of criminal records data is unconstitutional

Zenia ObamoMarch 17, 2026

The High Court of Kenya has ruled that the indefinite retention of criminal records for individuals who were never convicted is unconstitutional. The case, Pat...

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