Empowering Gen-Z Entrepreneurs and the Next Generation of Leaders
Generation Z is the most populous with 18,378,493 inhabitants representing 33.42%. Millennials are 12,123,453 representing 22.05%. Both generations make up 55.47%.
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Business Today Kenya
Kenyan business and current-affairs publication covering companies, markets, economy, careers, technology and national news.
Quest for Women’s Boxing League in Kenya
Box Girls Kenya, a leading community organisation focused on female empowerment through boxing, has called for the establishment of a dedicated Women’s Boxing League in Kenya.
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Historic Win Beckons as SportPesa Mega Jackpot Reaches Sh381 Million
This weekend brings a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for football fans and sports enthusiasts alike, as the SportPesa Mega Jackpot reaches a record Ksh381,029,105.
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Kericho County to Deliver Medical Supplies Using Zipline Drones
Zipline, a global leader in autonomous drone logistics, has partnered with Kericho County in the Rift Valley region to enhance access to medical supplies for health facilities using drones.
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African Originals Joins Hospitality and Bar Industry Organisation
African Originals, Kenya’s leading craft beverage producer, has joined the Bar, Hotel, and Liquor Traders Association (BAHLITA) as part of its strategic efforts to foster meaningful partnerships within the industry. Speaking at the…
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KPLC: 4 Counties to Face Temporary Blackouts Friday
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) is notifying customers in four counties about temporary blackouts that will take place today, Friday, September 14, 2024, when its technicians will be conducting scheduled power maintenance on…
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Kenyan Shilling to Continue to Strengthen Against US Dollar: Analysts
The Kenyan Shilling staged a slightly strong week-to-week gain against the US Dollar, and the trend is likely to remain steady for a few more days before strengthening further, analysts said. Kenya’s currency strengthened by a small 1.0…
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Ticket Info: Gor Mahia v Al Ahly FC
Gor Mahia will take on Al Ahly FC of Egypt in the first leg round of the second preliminary stage of the CAF Champions League on Sunday, 15 September, at Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi. The CAF Champions League, organised by the Confederation of…
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DP Rigathi Gachagua Gives Directive on Wakulima Market
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a directive on the Wakulima Market saga following the clash between police and the traders who resisted evictions and participated in strikes on Thursday. Nairobi County was seeking to relocate…
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List of All Paid Batch Numbers by HELB 2024/2025
HELB, the Higher Educàtion Loans Board, is the government body that provides affordable loans, bursaries and scholarships to Kenyans pursuing higher Educàtion at universities and various other institutes of higher learning in the country…
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EdTech Runs Campaign to Boost Reading Culture in Kenya
EdTech startup BookSmart, is running a nationwide campaign dubbed ‘Mashujaa Wa Kusoma’ to promote the reading culture in Kenya.
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The Battle for Bamburi Cement
Bamburi Cement Plc has confirmed receipt of a Ksh25.4 billion counter offer from Savannah Clinker Limited, the Kenyan local building and construction solutions provider seeking to acquire the listed cement manufacturer.
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Kenya’s Football Team Beats Namibia by 2-1
A visiting Harambee Stars, Kenya men’s national football team, gained its first away victory last night by beating the Brave Warriors of Namibia, 2—1, at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa. Harambee Stars — bottom of Namibia in…
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Kenya Power Announces Power Outages in 9 Counties Today
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced the areas that will experience planned power interruptions today, Wednesday, September 10, 2024. According to KPLC, the national utility operating most of Kenya’s electricity…
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M-TIBA Digital Connectivity, Real-Time Analytics Slashes Claim Approval Time by 96%
M-TIBA is transforming the health insurance landscape with its cutting-edge platform, which empowers insurance companies through real-time data analytics and digital connectivity. By digitizing and automating the entire health insurance…
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COP29 to Focus on Financing Climate Action in Developing Countries
The upcoming COP29 will be a pivotal moment for global climate action, with discussions on the New Collective Quantifiable Goal (NCQG) at the heart of the agenda. The NCQG is designed to mobilise essential financing to support climate…
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DTB Bondo Opens, Expanding Branch Network to 88 in Kenya
DTB Bondo has been launched in Siaya County, as part of its local expansion into new sectors of the economy and taking its services closer to customers.
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KRA Wins Tax Suit Against M-Pesa Foundation
The Tax Appeals Tribunal dismissed an appeal by the M-Pesa Foundation Charitable Trust (M-Pesa Foundation), challenging the decision by Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to assess and demand payment of Ksh6,487,830 of withholding taxes on the…
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Phoenix Aviation Acquires New Plane, Expanding Jet Fleet to 13
Phoenix Aviation, Kenya’s premier executive and VIP charter carrier based at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, has expanded its fleet to 13 to boost its tourism and professional medical evacuation services across the world.
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New University Funding Model Has Worked in South Africa, Australia and UK
The new university funding model in Kenya no longer relies on direct government funding through HELB.
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AI-Powered Heart Failure Screening in Kenya
straZeneca, a leading global biopharmaceutical company, has partnered with Tricog Health, an innovator in AI-driven healthcare solutions, and the Kenya Cardiac Society (KCS) to conduct a groundbreaking study evaluating the effectiveness of…
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24-Year-Old Instant Millionaire ‘Still in Shock’ After Receiving the Money
Twenty-four-year-old Kepher Okoth Ooko from Kanga, Migori County, is the grand winner of Ksh5 million in the “Shine Kenya Shinda Mamilii Kama Bingwa” promotion. Okoth, who is a motorcycle mechanic based at Kanga Junction in Migori county,…
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Stanbic Bank Kenya Ventures in Asset Management With Low Entry Amount
Stanbic Bank Kenya has launched the Stanbic Money Market Fund (KES) and the Stanbic Fixed Income Fund (USD) following approval by the Capital Markets Authority earlier this year.
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OBITUARY: Dr Davy Koech, Kenya’s Science and Medicine Genius
The family of Dr Davy Kiprotich Koech announced his demise on Thursday 5th September after a long illness. Dr Koech was 73 years old.
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