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I recently had an interesting chat with a friend, who threw out a question that seemed simple but turned out to be tough to answer. She asked, ‘What if you finally get that lump sum of money you’ve been chasing all these years, will it…
Sky Foods Limited, the manufacturer of TreeTop juice, has been declared insolvent seven years after it was acquired by businessman Bernard Njoroge. A notice dated September 30, announced that the official receiver of the company was…
The Nairobi US Embassy has gained quite some notoriety for its rapid visa refusal rates. Although visa denials at the US Embassy have no appeal, some decisions are leaving Kenyan applicants with more questions than answers. In one case, a…
Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Dr Alfred Mutua has warned Kenyans against transacting with 26 recruitment agencies. In a public notice on Thursday, October 3, the CS said the agencies are not registered with the National…
Without a concerted effort to support integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), we are unlikely to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Good Health and Well-being or Gender Equality. Health systems in…
Standard Chartered Bank cements its foreign currency investments as investors increasingly seek opportunities beyond local markets. This year, the bank introduced US Corporate Bonds, USD Government bonds, and its curated funds – Signature…
Grade 9 classrooms that are expected to be constructed over the next three months will cost Sh. 18.8 billion. This is according to the Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Education Julius Ogamba. The classrooms are expected to take in…
Kenya Airways in collaboration with its customers is set to elevate its in-flight dining experience following an exclusive Product Selection event held today at KQ’s Pride Centre. This unique gathering brought together select customers and…
In a groundbreaking move, Gwiji for Women has partnered with Airbnb to revolutionize the laundry services industry in Kenya. This innovative tech startup is making waves by empowering women from urban informal settlements, providing them…
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has officially launched the Absa Kenya Foundation (AKF) as a social arm that will accelerate its positive impact and sustainability commitments within the community. The Foundation, which will be sponsored by the Bank…
On Wednesday, the German Embassy in Nairobi faced an 8-hour blackout that disrupted its operations, temporarily halting services, including visa processing. Kenyans and foreign nationals who had appointments at the consulate located at…
The United States of America’s State Department website for the 2026 Diversity Visa Program (DV-2026) is now open. The entry submission period for DV-2026 will be open from October 2, 2024 to 12:00PM EST (GMT -5) on November 5, 2024. The…
Huawei ICT Academy held a successful instructor workshop bringing together key instructors and stakeholders from across the country, and providing a platform for knowledge exchange, updates on academy programs, and a roadmap for the future…
Charles Kagimu and Monica Chelimo were crowned champions in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively, at the third edition of the Jubilee Live Free Race held in Nairobi on Sunday. This iconic cycling event brought together over 2,000…
Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) has significantly enhanced the Madaraka Express with the introduction of four brand-new premium class coaches, part of an ongoing effort to elevate the rail service between Nairobi and Mombasa. These…
UniWorld Group Africa (UWG Africa) and Kasi Insights today announced a new partnership to launch the Gen Z Growth Playbook: Unlocking the Power of Z to Drive Sustainable Growth in Kenya. This comprehensive resource provides actionable,…
The Kenya government today received 3 final reports from Korea’s Development Cooperation Office (KOTRA) covering 3 major projects in Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KOTDA). The 3 reports covered under the 3 years Economic…
The Global Expert Panel (GEP) on Tourism, an initiative by the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) and the Newmark Group, hosted an insightful webinar under the theme; ‘Tourism Transformation: Global Insights for Africa’. The webinar…
Telecommunications firm Safaricom has introduced the Standing Order feature on M-Pesa. The new feature has been dubbed as M-Pesa Ratiba. “M-Pesa Ratiba is a feature that allows M-Pesa registered customers to set up recurring (standing…
Gilbert Langat is a Kenyan entrepreneur, computer scientist, and founder of Kimolakira Solutions, an electrical and electronics dealer in Kilgoris town, Narok county. In an interview, the businessman revealed his passion for dealing with…
Kenyans who rely on DStv for entertainment will now have to cough up more money to stay connected. This is after MultiChoice, the company that owns DStv and GOtv, announced that it is increasing the prices of DStv packages by up to Sh.…
Each year, the United States government grants 50,000 green cards to people from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the US. The green card, also called a permanent resident card, is an identification document affirming…
The cost of doing business in Kenya is becoming unbearable given the increased taxation and regulatory compliances that come with fees. The situation has seen some prominent companies face liquidation as they struggle to maintain…
Marion Serenge is on the cusp of history. She is in the Junior Starlets’ squad, a contingent of players in training poised to make history as the first Kenyan team to play at a FIFA World Cup. This is just 14 months after Marion was…
