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WEP Forum calls for economic inclusion for women in Kenya
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WEP Forum calls for economic inclusion for women in Kenya

Stakeholders at the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP) Forum have emphasized the need to recognize and value the care economy in Kenya. Likewise, they have called for the reduction of the burden of unpaid care work to promote economic…

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Sukhiba hosts inaugural conversational commerce summit
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Sukhiba hosts inaugural conversational commerce summit

Sukhiba hosted its first-ever Conversational Commerce Summit bringing together industry experts, stakeholders, and tech enthusiasts to explore the latest innovations in Conversation Commerce and AI. Sukhiba is at the forefront of…

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Artcaffé opens new Gastro Bar at the Imaara Mall
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Artcaffé opens new Gastro Bar at the Imaara Mall

Artcaffé has announced the official opening of its newest venture, the Artcaffé Gastro Bar, at the Imaara Mall along Mombasa Road. The new bar brings a unique and modern bar experience tailored to the dynamic needs of both working…

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Safaricom sponsors Paralympics Team with Ksh. 10M ahead of Paris games
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Safaricom sponsors Paralympics Team with Ksh. 10M ahead of Paris games

Safaricom has announced a Ksh. 10 million sponsorship for the Kenya Paralympics Team ahead of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. The sponsorship, which is in cash and kind, underscores Safaricom’s commitment to empowering and supporting…

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AGRA engages youth in Agriculture on climate change & resilience
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AGRA engages youth in Agriculture on climate change & resilience

AGRA recently held a convention with 100 youth in agri-food systems to discuss the issue of climate change and possible solutions. At the convention, the youth shared new approaches they have employed to reduce climate vulnerability in the…

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Singer Elsy Wameyo releases her debut album ‘Saint Sinner’
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Singer Elsy Wameyo releases her debut album ‘Saint Sinner’

Elsy Wameyo, a Kenyan-Australian singer, rapper, and producer, has released Saint Sinner, her 13-track debut album. For the album, Elsy returned home to Kenya and enlisted a team of producers and fellow songwriters including Wuod Omollo,…

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EADB launches Ksh. 892 million fund to boost SMEs in Kenya
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EADB launches Ksh. 892 million fund to boost SMEs in Kenya

The East African Development Bank (EADB) has launched a program to boost the growth of SMEs in Kenya to the tune of Ksh. 892 million. The Ksh. 892 million program was launched in partnership with Sidian Bank, HF Bank, Development Bank of…

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TBD Hackathon competition is on; submissions being accepted
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TBD Hackathon competition is on; submissions being accepted

TBD has launched the TBD Hackathon in collaboration with the Africa Bitcoin Conference. The hackathon is a competition designed to drive innovation, creativity, and technological advancement of payments in Africa using the tbDEX…

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Founders Factory Africa VC firm rebrands to 54 Collective
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Founders Factory Africa VC firm rebrands to 54 Collective

Founders Factory Africa (FFA) has announced its official rebrand and name change to 54 Collective. The new brand name, 54 Collective, reflects the firm’s pan-African vision, aspiring to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses to serve all…

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CBK has made 4 changes to Kenyan banknotes
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CBK has made 4 changes to Kenyan banknotes

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced that it has made changes to Kenyan banknotes five years after redesigning the banknotes. In a statement, CBK said that new security features had been added to the bank notes that were…

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Submissions for ‘Excellence in Fintech Awards’ 2024 are now open
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Submissions for ‘Excellence in Fintech Awards’ 2024 are now open

The Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) has announced the official opening of nominations for this year’s Excellence in Fintech Awards. The award ceremony is set to take place during the 12th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit on 4th-6th…

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Best international TV shows to watch on Showmax in August
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Best international TV shows to watch on Showmax in August

Streaming service Showmax has announced the new international TV shows lineup that will be available on its platform in August. The new shows include: The Sympathizer & The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Series Mania winner Apples Never Fall…

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EADB annual State Lawyers training program kicks off in Nairobi
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EADB annual State Lawyers training program kicks off in Nairobi

East African Development Bank’s annual training program for state lawyers has began on 5th August in Nairobi, and will run through the 9th of August. The training offered to East African States legal resources, focuses on equipping…

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