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The M-PESA Foundation in partnership with Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital and Gertrude’s Hospital Foundation have unveiled another phase of the Daktari Smart initiative. The initiative, which is a telemedicine program, aims to reach and…
Kenya Power has awarded tenders worth Ksh. 609 million to youth, women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the current financial year. This is during the 8 months from July 2023. The tenders are part of the Ksh 1.8 billion procurement…
Visa has announced the addition of three new AI-powered risk and fraud prevention solutions. The new products, part of the end-to-end Visa Protect suite, are designed to reduce fraud across immediate account-to-account, card not present…
Simba Corporation has launched the new Ashok Leyland ECOMET Truck model with an aim to position the product in the light duty trucks segment in the country. The launch coincided with the official opening of a new dealership in Thika Town,…
Roble Sheikh Aftin, an entrepreneur from Wajir, is the third winner of the Ksh. 500,000 cash prize of the Gurumisha na KCB promotion. Aftin runs a hardware shop and pharmacy in Wajir, and has had a banking relationship with KCB for over 15…
The government, through the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs has announced that the 2024 BlueInvest Africa event will take place from 3rd to 4th July. BlueInvest Africa is a business-to-business event, that aims to…
Huawei Technologies is providing its DigiTruck, a mobile digital classroom, for onsite Robotics training at the Kenya Science and Engineering Fair currently happening at Moi Girls School. The Digitruck provides access to technology and…
Rising Nigerian artist Kold AF has been highlighted as the Spotify EQUAL Africa program ambassador for April. This is following her selection as Spotify’s Fresh Finds artists in 2023. Spotify’s EQUAL program supports female artists in…
Crown Paints has announced a partnership with Peak Performance International (PPI), a training, coaching and mentorship consultancy firm. The partnership aims to introduce a comprehensive business coaching and mentorship program dubbed…
The Safaricom Chapa Dimba National finals are set to start this Thursday, 11 April at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium (Mamboleo) and Moi stadium in Kisumu County. Eight boys’ and eight girls’ teams facing off in the quarter finals. The…
For a long time the technology field has been male dominated but thankfully, this is changing slowly but surely as more women continue making it in this lucrative industry. In as much as their journey is more often than not wrought with…
In the intricate web of global economies, agriculture stands as a fundamental pillar, providing sustenance, livelihoods, and economic stability. In Kenya, agriculture directly accounts for 21.2 percent of the country’s overall Gross…
Afro-pop/fusion musician Andrew Wambua recently released his first album, dubbed Colours. The album features funky beats and soulful vibes with songs like Eyes On You, Zion, and No Ordinary Love. The Colours album is currently available on…
Don Julio, a premium tequila brand, recently partnered with D&R Studios at the first Kalasha After Party dubbed A Night with The Stars. The after-party provided a relaxed atmosphere for connection and celebration for the guests from across…
Epson, a technology company, has launched the AM-C400 and AM-C550 multi function printers (MFPs) to deliver improved solutions to the A4 market. The new products promise customers energy-saving and productivity advantages afforded by…
The Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy (MKWC) is now a Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The Conservancy joins twelve other entities that are Members of the Kenyan chapter, including the Ministry of Tourism…
Hemingways Group has received nominations in seven categories of the World Travel Awards 2024. Hemingways Nairobi and Hemingways Watamu received recognition for Africa’s Leading Boutique Hotel, while Hemingways Watamu has been nominated…
I&M Bank has announced the extension of its Ni Sare Kabisa free bank to M-PESA and Airtel Money transfers for solo business owners (sole proprietorships). Over a year ago, I&M became the first bank in Kenya to waive bank to MPESA and…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has gazetted Wednesday 10th April as a public holiday to allow the Muslim faithful to observe Eid-ul-Fitr. A special gazette notice dated April 9, 2024, contains the declaration of the holiday.…
LG has announced the introduction of a new WashTower an all-in-one washer – dryer combination in the Kenyan market. The WashTower is envisioned to redefine the laundry experience for users. The WashTower combines a sleek design with…
The need for healthcare workers has never been more significant than it is today. With an aging population, unprecedented global health challenges, and rapid advancements in medical technology, the healthcare industry has witnessed a surge…
Jambojet is strengthening its position as a leading budget airliner by eyeing additional regional routes and boosting its freight operations. This critical growth strategy was unveiled at the airline’s 10-year anniversary celebrations. The…
Ngartia, a Kenyan writer, actor, and director, is set to take to the stage once again after a decade-long hiatus from poetry. His long-awaited two-time show dubbed Dai Verse, will give the audience spoken word pieces spanning the length of…
An exchange-traded fund (ETF) is a pooled investment security that can be bought and sold in a manner similar to an individual stock. An ETF and a mutual fund have a key distinction. While a mutual fund is also a pooled investment, it only…
