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Equity Group has signed several partnerships leveraging the growing Africa-France economic cooperation, focusing on agriculture, trade, climate resilience, enterprise financing, and sustainable development during the Africa Forward:…
NCBA Group has launched the 2026 cohort of its Go Getter Internship Program, selecting 50 graduates drawn across 16 Kenyan universities. Structured as an eleven-month immersive experience, the Program allows participants to rotate across…
The Water Resources Authority (WRA) has announced a recruitment drive targeting professionals across various fields. In an advertisement on Tuesday, May 12, WRA invited interested candidates to submit applications to fill 120 vacancies…
Nelly Wainaina, the Group Director of Marketing, Communications, and Citizenship at NCBA Bank Kenya, is one of the country’s most accomplished brand strategists. Nelly is known for her sharp storytelling ability. She sits at the heart of…
CFAO Mobility Kenya and Stanbic Bank have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reaffirming their shared commitment to making vehicle ownership more accessible to all Kenyans. Under the renewed MOU, customers can access vehicle…
The signs were there that the 2025 financial year was going to be record breaking for Equity Group. It was the year that Equity would grab the esteemed position of most profitable bank in East and Central Africa. Well, it all started in…
KCB Bank customers across the country can now enjoy a reduced flat fee of KShs. 20/= when sending money through Pesalink for any amount above KShs. 1,000 up to KShs. 999,999. In addition, transactions below KShs. 1,000 will be completely…
Lots of people keep asking me about SACCOs, so here’s a clear comparison of the three most talked-about ones: Mwalimu SACCO, Stima SACCO, and Tower SACCO. I will not focus on interest on savings (even though all three offer returns above…
Kenyan specialty tea farmers and producers are set to gain direct access to premium international markets following the signing of a landmark offtake and promotional agreement in Nairobi ahead of the Africa Forward: Africa–France…
The Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has announced fully funded Master’s and PhD scholarships under the Laser Enabled Manufacturing of Solar Systems (LaSoMa) project. In a notice on Monday, May 11, JKUAT said…
Have you noticed how bonus symbols seem to show up with more style than the rest of the screen? They often look louder, brighter, and more confident than regular symbols. That is not random. Bonus symbols are usually made to catch the eye…
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) received over three million tree seedlings from Earthbanc, a global climate and agricultural technology company, in a significant boost to the Government’s national tree growing and restoration campaign under…
Absa Bank Kenya has called on women across the country to begin estate planning early, positioning succession planning and wealth preservation as critical pillars of financial security and family stability. The call was made during the…
NCBA has today launched the second cohort of 42 women agri-preneurs under the Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) Acceleration programme in partnership with African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and Unga Group Plc. The initiative…
In today’s fast-paced economy, access to quick and reliable credit is increasingly becoming a financial tool that helps households and businesses manage unexpected expenses, smooth out cash flow challenges, and maintain stability. One of…
For many people, the idea of investing is appealing but the process of getting started has often felt like an obstacle course. Traditionally, opening an investment account could take days or even weeks, involving lengthy paperwork,…
Insurance penetration in Kenya remains significantly low, with affordability cited as one of the biggest barriers preventing millions of citizens from accessing meaningful protection. For many households, the cost of monthly premiums…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the greatest innovations of our time. Its uptake remains high, with ChatGPT gaining over 100 million signups within its first year. Like any disruptive idea, AI is a double-edged sword, making some…
Many entrepreneurs start with passion and a promising idea. However, many founders move directly into production or selling without a clear understanding of why customers would choose their product or how the business will consistently…
In one of our previous company-wide meetings, we discussed opportunity cost and why entrepreneurs should never be surprised by the results of their business pursuits. This observation sparked an important realisation: your organisational…
Just as human beings with a fractured backbone cannot operate at their optimal level, businesses with fractured operations face similar challenges. Operations serve as the driving force behind a successful business. Weak operations strain…
Picture this: a manufacturing business celebrating landing its largest contract yet to supply a supermarket chain; a few months later, it enters voluntary administration or lays off employees. For many other businesses, they often look…
When was the last time you tried a new restaurant, mechanic, or hair salon because a friend recommended it? Chances are, it wasn’t a flashy TV advert or a random Instagram post that convinced you; it was someone you trust saying, “You…
Nairobi never sleeps. On any given weekend, there’s a rooftop brunch filling up in Westlands, a live music night going down in Kilimani, an art pop-up drawing crowds in Karen, and a comedy show selling out in the CBD. The city’s social…
