Barclays Bank get shareholder approval to rebrand to Absa

James WamathaiMay 25, 2018

Barclays Bank of Kenya (BBK) shareholders have approved the name change of the bank to Absa. The bank has until June 2020 to complete the process. The name c...

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Women dominate BAKE Awards 2018 with Bonnita Aluoch winning top prize

James WamathaiMay 22, 2018

Women completely dominated the BAKE Awards 2018, winning in 15 out of 23 categories. Women winners included Travel blogger Bonnita Aluoch who won the Kenyan Blo...

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Meet Weza Interactive Entertainment, the Kenyan game developers behind ‘Mzito’

Lena AnyuoloMay 22, 2018

What was exciting for me about getting to interact with the team behind Mzito, was that they gave me a glimpse of how much promise the local gaming industry has...

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Why you need to apply for the Storymoja Short Story Writing Course

Lena AnyuoloMay 21, 2018

Maybe you are stuck in a rut and don't know how to pull yourself out and finish that story. It could also be that you have harbored dreams of being a published ...

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The GDPR: Three Tips For Keeping Secure Online

Makena Ndung'uMay 18, 2018

The General Protection Data Regulation, coming into force on the 25th of May 2018, governs any organization that manages, processes or stores the data of citize...

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Kenya’s Data Integrated among finalists in the MEST Africa Challenge

Lisa KahuthuMay 17, 2018

Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) Africa announced regional winners for its inaugural MEST Africa Challenge. The technology entrepreneurship...

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Song review; Love me by Calvo Mistari & Bobby Mapesa ft Fena Gitu

Lena AnyuoloMay 16, 2018

Love me didn't quite strike a chord with me but to be fair, the production quality in both the video and audio is great. I also appreciated the duality of the s...

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Win a piece of land in 2nd edition of Jijenge na Ka-Quarter promotion by EABL

Lisa KahuthuMay 15, 2018

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) have launched a second edition of the popular Jijenge na Ka-Quarter promotion. The competition once again gives consumers ...

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New UNCTAD report stresses the importance of creating policies to address gender inequalities in international trade

Lisa KahuthuMay 14, 2018

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and TradeMark East Africa has released the East African Community Regional Integration: Trade an...

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Rick Ross shined at NRG WAVE Concert despite event disorganization

Sheila MachariaMay 8, 2018

American rapper William Leonard Roberts II popularly known as Rick Ross landed in Nairobi on the 27th of May for his first ever performance in the country at th...

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The Isuzu mu-X SUV has been launched in Kenya

James WamathaiMay 8, 2018

Isuzu East Africa (Isuzu EA) has launched the mu-X SUV in Kenya. The car will retail at Ksh. 6.6 Million. The car is a 4x4 and can seat seven. It comes with...

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Improving nutrition in teen girls through football in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuMay 8, 2018

Global Alliance for Nutrition (GAIN) recently published a report on improving nutrition for adolescents. In particular, the Adolescent Nutrition Through Footbal...

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EABL to reward its customers with an apartment in new promotion

Staff WriterMay 8, 2018

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has unveiled a new promotion that will see a lucky customer winning an apartment in Kilimani, Nairobi. The promotion, whi...

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EABL to reward its customers with an apartment in new promotion

Staff WriterMay 8, 2018

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has unveiled a new promotion that will see a lucky customer winning an apartment in Kilimani, Nairobi. The promotion, whi...

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8 books that you need to read this year

Lena AnyuoloMay 8, 2018

I love books. Most times I can't go to town without stopping at those bend over bookstores and getting a new book. I decided to gather some of the books from my...

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Kenya celebrates International Jazz Day in style with Manu Dibango

Richard MureithiMay 8, 2018

Tuesday 1st of May, other than just being Labour Day, also happened to be the International Jazz Day. As such it was fitting that the Safaricom Jazz Festival wa...

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Joanne Mwangi joins KCB Lions Den as an investor, replacing Wandia Gichuru

James WamathaiMay 7, 2018

Joanne Mwangi has replaced Wandia Gichuru as an investor on the KCB Lions Den TV show. Joanne will join other investors Kris Senanu, Olive Gachara, Myke Rabar a...

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Song Review; Dangerous Love by Dandora Music ft Ayrosh and Kemunto

Lena AnyuoloMay 2, 2018

This was the first time I had heard of Dandora Music and I am glad Dangerous Love was the track that introduced me to them because their sound was as refreshing...

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How P&G is providing clean water to communities through its CSDW Program

Lena AnyuoloMay 2, 2018

Having safe  and clean drinking water is something quite a number of people take for granted. However, for about 40% of Kenyans in rural areas and low income se...

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Inaugural National Science and Technology Exhibition to be held on 5-6 July

Lisa KahuthuApril 26, 2018

Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) will host the inaugural National Science and Technology Exhibition on 5-6 July at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. It ...

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How to use essential oils to keep pesky insects out of your home

Lena AnyuoloApril 25, 2018

When you see an insects in your home, the first instinct is to grab a synthetic insecticide to get rid of it. Insecticides are effective when it comes to cleari...

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The health insurance claim process at APA is very straight-forward

Richard MureithiApril 24, 2018

Back in the day, the insurance industry had gained a notoriety of not paying out on claims. It was said that once an accident or incident happened, the insuranc...

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10 Netflix TV series that you need to watch

Lena AnyuoloApril 24, 2018

With this kind of weather, going out is definitely not an option; unless getting soaking wet is what you fancy. If you need something to keep you entertained wh...

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10 grants that Kenyan creatives need to apply for

Lena AnyuoloApril 24, 2018

The joy of creating something out of nothing cannot be easily described. Even the process is rewarding, you watch your work grow and take shape until it's somet...

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Song review; Noma Ni by Octopizzo

Lena AnyuoloApril 23, 2018

Off his 4th album, 'Next Year', "Noma ni" is testament to Octopizzo's musical growth since the days of 'Ivo Ivo'. The first thing I like about this song is the ...

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Dela to launch her 2nd album ‘Public Demand’ on 30th April at Alchemist

Lisa KahuthuApril 18, 2018

Talented afro-pop singer, Dela Maranga is set to treat her fans to an evening of lively music performances as she celebrates the release of her second album, Pu...

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Young Kenyans want quality education, access to opportunities & visible role in public life

Lisa KahuthuApril 18, 2018

A new report which studied Kenyan youth, under the aegis of Next Generation Kenya, has been launched. The Next Generation Kenya youth report is a compilation of...

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Everything you need to know about Mizani Bond pHorce by L’oreal

Staff WriterApril 14, 2018

They say the secret to feeling good is looking good. It doesn’t matter what you have been told. Looks do matter more so for a woman, they are the root to confid...

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Cisco CCNA 200-125 Exam: Complete Guide

Makena Ndung'uApril 13, 2018

Overview Cisco has given a new opportunity for the individuals in the field of IT to learn the concepts of networking and application. The Cisco 200-125 exam...

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Microsoft is calling for entries to the Imagine Cup 2018 competition

Richard MureithiApril 13, 2018

Are you a student, can be able to code and looking to change the world? Microsoft is looking for you! Earlier this week Microsoft announced that they are lookin...

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Renowned academic Prof. Paul Zeleza on his plans for USIU, academia & his ties to Kenya

James WamathaiApril 13, 2018

Prof. Paul Zeleza is a highly accomplished man. Not only is he a world renowned academic, historian and intellectual, he is also a published writer. Originally ...

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How to top up PayPal via M-Pesa in Kenya

James WamathaiApril 9, 2018

You can now be able to top up your PayPal account via M-Pesa in Kenya. To top up your account, you need to do the following: 1. Have a PayPal account. 2....

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How to withdraw money from PayPal to M-Pesa in Kenya

James WamathaiApril 9, 2018

Withdrawals from PayPal to M-Pesa are now officially possible through a partnership between PayPal and Safaricom. The new service is operated by TransferTo, a B...

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Equity Bank reduces costs for PayPal withdrawals for large transactions

James WamathaiApril 4, 2018

Equity Bank has slightly reduced the cost of its PayPal withdrawal service for transactions above USD 501. Equity charges for PayPal withdrawals of between USD ...

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Concert in the Dark to be held on April 28 to raise funds for prevention of childhood blindness

Lisa KahuthuApril 4, 2018

CBM Kenya will be holding the 3rd edition of Concert in the Dark on Saturday April 28, 2018, from 5:00pm at the Louis Leakey Auditorium, National Museums of Ken...

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MwendeNgao, CravingYellow & AluochBonnita among nominees in the BAKE Awards 2018

James WamathaiApril 4, 2018

The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has just announced the BAKE Awards 2018 nominees. This year's nominees includes the competition's veterans such as Owaa...

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Why most businesses fail within the first three years

Silvya KananuMarch 28, 2018

If you’ve started a new business or are thinking about starting one, then thinking about failure is inevitable, so you tick all boxed and make a calculated risk...

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4 ways we can make manufacturing in Kenya competitive

Phylis WakiagaMarch 27, 2018

Kenya needs to be deliberate about creating an environment that genuinely encourages investments in competitive manufacturing. This is can only be made possible...

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Kalasha Film & TV market to take place from 27th-29th March

Lena AnyuoloMarch 26, 2018

The 2018 Kalasha International Film & TV Market will be held on the 27th to the 29th of March at the KICC, Nairobi. It is organized by the Kenya Film Commis...

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This is where you can get adult education in Kenya

Lisa KahuthuMarch 26, 2018

Back in 2004, Kimani Maruge surprised Kenya and the rest of the world when he decided to enrol in primary school at the ripe old age of 84. He had missed out on...

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Kapenguria Heroes & Plateau Queens emerge victorious in the Chapa Dimba Na Safaricom National Finals

Lisa KahuthuMarch 26, 2018

Chapa Dimba Na Safaricom tournament held its National Grand Finale on the 25th of March,2018 at Bukhungu Stadium, Kakamega. Kapenguria Heroes from West Pokot em...

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To be happy we need to start enjoying the little things in life

Makena Ndung'uMarch 22, 2018

I grew up in Mombasa back in the 80’s and back then it was truly “Mombasa Raha” , life was simple and fun. I used to enjoy going to the beach where I could swim...

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