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Carrefour extends retail graduate program to empower the youth
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Carrefour extends retail graduate program to empower the youth

Majid Al Futtaim Retail, which operates Carrefour in Kenya, has launched the second edition of its Retail Graduate Program. Applications are currently open until 15th August, 2024, with the expectation to onboard candidates in October…

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Samsung SmartThings platform is now ISO certified
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Samsung SmartThings platform is now ISO certified

Samsung Electronics recently announced that its SmartThings platform has received the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for information security management systems (ISMSs). ISO 27001 is the leading global standard for ISMSs, and provides…

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Cadbury celebrates 200 years with ‘Yours for Generations’ campaign
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Cadbury celebrates 200 years with ‘Yours for Generations’ campaign

Cadbury recently marked 200 years since inception with the launch of its ‘Yours for Generations’ campaign. The launch event was held at Shamba Events in Loresho, Nairobi, and featured the Cadbury Gallery Exhibition, an engaging walkthrough…

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Bensoul releases ‘The Party & The After Party’ album
HapaKenyaEntertainment

Bensoul releases ‘The Party & The After Party’ album

Bensoul, has released his latest masterpiece, The Party & The After Party album. The album which is a blend of rich, soulful melodies and poignant lyrics is a testament to his evolution as an artist and independent musician. This is…

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Samsung Electronics ranked third in 2024 Brands Africa 100 list
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Samsung Electronics ranked third in 2024 Brands Africa 100 list

Samsung Electronics recently came in third position on the Brands Africa 100 list for 2024. The achievement highlights Samsung’s ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction across the continent. Brands Africa…

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Visa cardholders to get Carrefour discounts when they shop online
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Visa cardholders to get Carrefour discounts when they shop online

Visa has partnered with Carrefour to offer Visa Cardholders who shop on the weekends a chance to win exclusive discounts and giveaways. During the campaign, Visa cardholders will receive assorted giveaways for every purchase worth Ksh.…

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Fareed Khimani to host The Real Housewives of Nairobi Sn2 reunion
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Fareed Khimani to host The Real Housewives of Nairobi Sn2 reunion

Media personality, radio presenter and actor Fareed Khimani will return to host the reunion of the dramatic second season of The Real Housewives of Nairobi. The reunion will air in two parts on Showmax on 16th and 23th August. Season 2 of…

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Airtel Africa reports USD 31M net profit for Q2 2024
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Airtel Africa reports USD 31M net profit for Q2 2024

Airtel Africa has registered strong customer growth and revenue growth in Q2 2024, after a difficult 2023 in which losses mounted after currency devaluation in some of its key markets. The telecoms firm, which operates in 14 African…

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How eHealth partnerships can close healthcare gaps in East Africa
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How eHealth partnerships can close healthcare gaps in East Africa

The rise of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Kenya, with mobile phones in nearly every hand and internet coverage growing nationwide, is driving a wave of innovation that’s reshaping everyday life. From how people access…

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Helping children balance school and extra-curricular activities
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Helping children balance school and extra-curricular activities

Extracurricular activities present a multitude of benefits to kids of all ages. They help burn off extra energy, offer an opportunity to socialize, enhance their emotional wellbeing, build character and confidence. These activities also…

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Uber needs to reduce its driver commission to protect its customers
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Uber needs to reduce its driver commission to protect its customers

Drivers on digital taxi apps in Kenya have over the years complained about reduced earnings and the choking nature of the business relationship they have with the platforms. The cost of doing business has been going up largely driven by…

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Nikhil Hira appointed as the I&M Bank Rwanda Board Chairperson
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Nikhil Hira appointed as the I&M Bank Rwanda Board Chairperson

I&M Bank Rwanda has announced the appointment of Mr. Nikhil Rustam Hira as the new Board Chairman effective 15th July 2024. Mr. Hira succeeds Mr. Bonaventure Niyibizi, who is retiring. Since 2019, Mr. Hira has been serving on the Board as…

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Ory Okolloh and Francesco Bianco exit Safaricom Board of Directors
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Ory Okolloh and Francesco Bianco exit Safaricom Board of Directors

Safaricom has announced changes in the Board of Directors with Ory Okolloh and Francesco Bianco exiting from the company. The exits will take effect from 24 July 2024 and 1 August 2024 respectively. This was after a board meeting on 24…

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