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Aga Khan University trains 2,000 educators in East Africa
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Aga Khan University trains 2,000 educators in East Africa

A five-year educational initiative by the Aga Khan University’s Institute for Educational Development, East Africa (IED, EA) has trained 2,500 educators across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The program, known as Foundations for Learning…

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Event Review: Mic Cheque Podcast goes on the road, One Two Tour, Mombasa
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Event Review: Mic Cheque Podcast goes on the road, One Two Tour, Mombasa

That signature line was delivered with full energy by Chaxy, Mariah, and Mwass as they wrapped up the live recording of their latest episode in Mombasa — the lively crowd finishing the sentence with them. The 19th Bar was the stage for the…

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Hotel Review: Allamanda Boutique Hostel, Diani
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Hotel Review: Allamanda Boutique Hostel, Diani

Diani Beach, Kenya, is one of those places where hotel prices have steadily climbed, making budget-friendly options increasingly rare. So when you stumble upon a new boutique hostel—clean, comfortable, and inviting—with an opening rate of…

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Nicholas Clarke is the new MD & Partner for BCG in Nairobi
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Nicholas Clarke is the new MD & Partner for BCG in Nairobi

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has announced the appointment of Nicholas Clarke as Managing Director and Partner in its Nairobi, Kenya office, effective 1 July 2025. As a Managing Director and Partner, Nicholas’ work will focus on economic…

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Rethinking customer experience in Africa’s digital economy
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Rethinking customer experience in Africa’s digital economy

Across Africa’s digital economy, we are witnessing a fundamental shift in how brands approach customer experience (CX). What was once viewed primarily as a reactive support function – tied to call centers, complaints, and crisis resolution…

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Absa Bank’s half year net profit improves by 9% to Ksh. 11.7 billion
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Absa Bank’s half year net profit improves by 9% to Ksh. 11.7 billion

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced that it has posted a Ksh. 11.7 billion net profit for the half-year ended June 30, 2025. This is a 9% growth in net profit from the Ksh. 10.7 billion the company posted in a previous period in 2024. The…

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KCB launches a new mobile banking app with new features and security
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KCB launches a new mobile banking app with new features and security

KCB Bank has launched a new mobile banking app designed to offer customers a faster, more secure, and user-friendly digital experience. The updated platform introduces a range of advanced features, including self-onboarding, which allows…

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Defending Champions Senegal held to a draw by Congo in CHAN 2024
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Defending Champions Senegal held to a draw by Congo in CHAN 2024

In a tense Group D encounter, defending CHAN champions Senegal were forced to share the points with Congo, with the match ending in a hard-fought 1-1 draw. The result, played out at Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, leaves the group wide open…

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Safaricom sponsors 2025 Devolution Conference with Ksh. 15 million
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Safaricom sponsors 2025 Devolution Conference with Ksh. 15 million

Safaricom has announced that it has committed Ksh. 15 million towards the 2025 Devolution Conference taking place in Homabay this week. “The 2025 Devolution Conference offers a timely opportunity to reflect on how technology can drive…

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Uganda takes control of CHAN 2024 Group C with 2-0 win over Niger
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Uganda takes control of CHAN 2024 Group C with 2-0 win over Niger

Uganda secured their spot at the top of Group C with a 2-0 victory over Niger at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium. This marked their first ever back to back win in the CHAN tournament. Allan Okello was the star of the match, scoring the…

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