- Dalberg Implement, a leader in on-the-ground program implementation with vast expertise in strategy execution, and Axum, an Afrocentric impact firm dedicated to fostering inclusive growth across the Global South, have announced a merger.
- Odi Mtaani Foundation by online betting company Odibets, in collaboration with the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), have launched a multi-million water project at Kako School for Special Needs in Makueni. The project was launched on Friday, February 23, 2024, by the General Manager of…
- The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has appointed Frank Mwiti the new CEO effective May 2, 2024, to replace Geoffrey Odundo who exits the bourse on March 1, 2024. Odundo completes his tenure as the Chief Executive of the NSE having served for nine years at the helm. “The Board would like to…
- People Daily newspaper criticises President William Ruto and his administration, arguing “the disdain by the Ruto administration for the media has never been disguised.”
- Kenya is putting many thousands of shillings in the pockets of those at the bottom end of the pay scale than any of her counterparts, Uganda and Tanzania, in East Africa - it has the highest minimum wage.
- Leading online gaming platform in Kenya SportPesa has announced a groundbreaking enhancement to its cash out feature, unveiling the all-new "FULL Cash Out" option to its customers.
- Equity Group Foundation has admitted 505 scholars, from 225 secondary schools from all 47 counties, into the 26th cohort of the Equity Leaders Program.
- Responding to the urgent global call for environmental protection and sustainability, Kenya has made a bold move to plant an unprecedented 15 billion trees. Aimed at mitigating climate change, increasing biodiversity and enhancing environmental resilience, this ambitious effort reaffirms the nation…
- The recent trend of the Kenyan shilling strengthening against the US dollar has drawn attention and sparked discussions among economists, policymakers and market participants.
- By Dr Eng Fenwicks Musonye From the 21st to 23rd of May this year (2024), Kenya will host the International Energy Agency’s World Energy Efficiency Conference. This will be the first time Africa will be hosting the event and it is important for several reasons. One, Kenya has an ambition to…
- Aga Khan University Hospital has launched its Home Care Service to increase access to quality care. This initiative is guided by the hospital’s commitment to take its services closer to where people work and live.
- The Kenya Cabinet has sanctioned privatisation of six State owned businesses in an ongoing sell-off programme that kicked off last year to reduce the government role in business.
- It take financial discipline to hit your financial freedom, make progress towards a more secure financial future, establish a budget, accumulate savings and an emergency fund, and more.
- Aspira’s retail partners have announced a price drop of up to 40 per cent on goods and services for Kenyans planning to gift and treat their loved ones this Valentine’s Day. Aspira said that customers can now acquire luxury products such as jewellery and book holiday destinations for Valentine’s…
- Odibets, one of Kenya’s leading betting firms, has unveiled a new promo christened 'Mapenzi ni 50/50' that will see punters receive Valentine's bonuses.
- Local mobility solutions provider CFAO Motors Kenya’s strategic initiatives, including its recent merger and business consolidation efforts, have powered the firm to a sustained market share gain, data by Kenya Motor Industry (KMI) 2023 indicates. According to the KMI market share report, CFAO…
- Traditional decision-making approaches can often fall short in handling the intricacies of these multifaceted problems and businesses are turning to advanced analytics.
- SGA Security has committed towards environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Through this commitment, SGA Security will be recycling old guards’ uniforms to school bags that will be donated to underprivileged children living in the informal settlements. SGA Security, which…
- Nairobi’s dating scene is about to get messy: Single Kiasi is back for a third season on March 5, 2024, with new episodes releasing every Tuesday. Launched in 2022 as the third Showmax Original in Kenya, Single Kiasi follows three women as they navigate friendships, romance and careers in Nairobi.…
- Recently, Lang’ata MP Felix Odiwuor alias Jalang’o made a post celebrating the launch of Tibu Health Africa at the recently launched MyTown Mall in Karen. In his statement on Instagram, Jalang’o said the facility opens up Lang’ata for more business, even as business ventures 2flock the new facility…
- Absa Bank Kenya, in partnership with Safaricom, has announced a joint commitment Ksh2 million towards a mangrove reafforestation project aimed at preserving coastal ecosystems in Kilifi County.
- Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa has been inaugurated as the 2nd Chancellor of the Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST), marking the beginning of his 5-year term as Chancellor. Peter Ndegwa succeeds Dr James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Group Holdings Plc, who has served for 10 years as the 1st …
- Valentine's Day is here, and you can bet lovers are eagerly planning the perfect setting to celebrate each other and one of the options is tripitaca.
- The Nairobi Securities Exchange Plc (NSE) is set to operationalize a hybrid fixed income market following approval of amendments to its Fixed Income Trading Rules by the Capital Markets Authority.
- The beginning of a new year is an opportune time for reflection on the past and the setting of goals for the year ahead. Many of us have enthusiastically embarked on this journey, formulating both personal and potentially corporate/departmental goals. This exercise is instrumental in gaining…
- Branch MFB and Solv Kenya, a full-stack B2B marketplace for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), have entered into a strategic partnership to extend loans, business development support and market linkages to Kenyan MSMEs. The partnership aims to unlock new growth potential for MSMEs by…
- Taraji Afrika Educational Group (TAEG) has unveiled two new brands for its Cambridge and competency-based curriculum (CBC) schools. The two brands will run under the Brookside International Schools and Taraji Afrika Academy Schools, previously known as Brookside Preparatory School, Westlands; Early…
- Kenya’s national carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) has signed a codeshare agreement with Air Europa, the third-largest Spanish carrier, to extend its reach in Europe and the United States of America. The new agreement will allow Air Europa passengers to fly to Nairobi from Amsterdam as well as allow Kenya…
- mTek, a digital online insurance platform, has partnered with BuyRentKenya, a real estate platform in Kenya, providing a platform-as-a-service to enhance the insurance ecosystem in Africa through technology and foster connectivity across the entire system. The partnership will also see the…
- The sudden cancellation of operating licenses of nine Private Security Companies puts in the line over 20,000 jobs in the sector, the Professional Security & Safety Association of Kenya and Protective Security Industry Association have warned. On February 5, 2024, the Private Security…
- Williamson Tea produces tea for domestic and international markets. The company has been paying dividends consistently for years, though the dividend amount can fluctuate.
- Co-op Bank of Kenya has registered a major milestone after being picked among financial institutions that will handle the lucrative public pensions contributions.
- SBM Bank of Kenya has launched a three-month cash-back reward campaign for all its debit, credit and prepaid cardholders to drive card utilization and attract new customers.
- Launched in June 2023, Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator Program aims to enable Africa’s expanding start-up community by bringing expertise, connections, technology and investment funding.
- John Kibunga Kimani, the Kenyan billionaire investor known as the largest shareholder of agricultural stocks at Kakuzi, has built stakes worth above Ksh360 million in Safaricom, the biggest telecommunication company in the country trading as SCOM in the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). Per the…
- Ms Anne Joy Michira will take up her new, London-based role from April 1, and will report to Mr John Musunga, a Kenyan, who was appointed to head the newly established SWC business unit in November 2023.