- Digital-only bank Fingo Africa is set to launch in Kenya after getting the go-ahead from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). FIngo Africa is a digital-only bank that has partnered with Pan-African banking conglomerate Eco Bank. The neo bank aims to introduce digital banking services such as account…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communication and the Digital Economy in Kenya, Eliud Owalo has launched the first regional Jitume Laboratories in Uasin Gishu and Bungoma Counties. This follows the official launch of Jitume program by President William Ruto at Kabete National Polytechnic in…
- Jubilee Health Insurance has launched a new service dubbed the Family Physician Program, which offers an exclusive, personalized healthcare experience for customers. The Family Physician Program is designed to provide convenient and accessible care by assigning a dedicated family doctor to manage…
- 58-year old Aziz is one of Tanzania's most respected entrepreneurs and has interests spread across sectors including energy, mining, telecommunications and real estate. He is also a former politician, having represented Igunga constituency as an MP between 1994 and 2011.
- Superior Homes Kenya has entered into a partnership with the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) to enhance road safety along the Northern Corridor and address driver fatigue for long-distance transit drivers through the development of roadside stations. Superior…
- CFK Africa, an international nonprofit with offices in Kenya and the US, is launching a microgrant pilot program in Kibera, the country’s largest informal settlement, to support entrepreneurs in building community economic resilience. “We have a longstanding saying that talent is universal, but…
- Kenya’s opposition leader Raila Odinga has revealed the major reason behind his exit from the African Union (AU) as the High Representative for Infrastructure in Africa. In a statement dated February 23, 2023, Raila said that the journey of his exit from his role started three weeks ago, after he…
- The World Bank Group has funded the Government of Kenya, for a project hosted by the State Department of Livestock (SDL) in partnership with ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company), Kenya Development Corporation (KDC). The project named DRIVE (De- Risking Inclusion and Value Enhancement of Pastoral…
- L’Oréal has appointed Yassine Bakkari as the new Managing Director for East Africa, with his predecessor Serge Secre taking on a new role as MD for South Africa. Prior to joining East Africa, Yassine was the Operations Director for L’Oréal Middle East where he developed an omni-channel…
- The family of former President Uhuru Kenyatta is known to major investments in the real estate and construction sector. Their portfolio includes land holdings, real estate developments, and companies in the construction and financing space.
- Former Switch TV and Radio Maisha presenter Nzula Makosi has made a radio comeback, joining Standard Group’s Radio Maisha which has unveiled a new ‘dream team’ following mass departures. Makosi joins the team, which will be led by Anthony Ndiema who has been appointed Radio Maisha’s head of station…
- Failure to invest the bare minimum needed to withstand projected climate damage could cost emerging markets such as Kenya hundreds of billions in climate damages and lost GDP growth this decade, according to a new study by Standard Chartered Bank.
- Agro input company Elgon Kenya has partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Education to reward pupils and their teachers for participating in food production in a wider scheme that seeks to motivate school-going children into farming. Through the rebranded school agriculture…
- Motorsport enthusiast Lisa Christoffersen doesn’t have enough patience for trivial drama. She’s broken up a couple of fights and arguments among the ladies because “some of them feel like they’re stuck in a gramophone.” “I am always the one standing in between the ladies when they’re arguing or…
- Local non-bank finance solutions provider, Sanlam Kenya, has committed to improving the infrastructure facilities in three schools located in Kitui and Nyeri counties, improving the learning environment for over 700 students. Kalatine Primary School and Kakululo Secondary School in Mwingi, Kitui…
- Before the death of her father Chris Kirubi in June 2021, Ms Maryanne Musangi was a figure away from the limelight, running her own businesses. Although she sat on a number of boards, Ms Musangi was not such a visible figure in her father’s multimillion business empire. However, the year 2018…
- Or, are you ready to take your business to the next level, but unsure of where to begin? In running a business, there’s so much that can be overwhelming, and that’s why we are sharing this guide with you.
- The majestic beauty of Kenya goes beyond its famous wildlife sightseeing tours. Uncover a rarely documented side of Kenya by experiencing the country’s nightlife.
- Listed superfoods grower and exporter Kakuzi Plc has confirmed plans to double Avocado exports to China following an engagement with Dalian Yidu Group, a major Chinese importer of fresh fruits and vegetables. Over the weekend, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed firm hosted a high-powered…
- Business requirements are forcing Chief Information Officers (CIOs) to hybridize their data centre and IT portfolio architecture by placing IT capacity in colocation facilities and building out capacity at the local edge – sometimes in a big way. This is according to Schneider Electric’s White…
- His hospitality portfolio includes high-end hotels in Kenya's two biggest cities - Mombasa and Nairobi. His efforts in the sector also haven't been without controversy, with his properties the cause of multiple battles with authorities over the years.
- Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) has appointed Ghanaian career banker, Mrs Josephine Anan-Ankomah as the Regional Executive, Central, Eastern and Southern African (CESA) and Managing Director, Ecobank Kenya. Her appointment has since received clearance from the Central Bank of Kenya. Mrs…
- The government says it will in March this year launch a Unique Personal Identifier (UPI) that will capture and register all new born babies at birth.
- The parent company for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, Meta, has introduced paid verification for Facebook and Instagram. Dubbed Meta Verified, the subscription service lets you verify your account with a government ID, get a blue badge, get extra impersonation protection against accounts…
- Mark Masai, the veteran TV anchor who was recently laid off by Nation Media Group, has quit the screen to try his hand at agency public relations and communications.
- Safaricom is gearing up to launch M-Pesa mobile money transfer service in Ethiopia as the company’s operations take root in one of Africa’s lucrative economies.
- In The Real Housewives of Nairobi, which premieres on Showmax on 23 February, Minne is ready to serve everything, from fashion to shade. “I am serving shade; I’m the queen of shade!” she says. Get to know more about the actress and entrepreneur below. Why did you want to be on The Real Housewives…
- Safaricom Investors Day: Safaricom on 17th February 2023 held its inaugural investors' day to update stakeholders on its journey to become a purpose-led technology company by 2025.
- HIV infection rate in Kenya: According to the report released by the National Syendemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) formerly NACC, 10 counties namely Nairobi, Kisumu, Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kakamega, Kisii and Uasin Gishu, in that order, accounted for 57% of all new HIV…
- Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed paint firm Crown Paints has entered into a strategic partnership with Jambojet to help schools. The cooperation will see the firms collaborating in business and sustainability initiatives in environment and education. The two corporates have partnered to provide a…
- SasaPay and Oma service have announced a new payment solution for passengers of electric buses. The collaboration aims to promote the use of Electric buses provided by BasiGo while simplifying the payment process for passengers. With this collaboration, passengers of Oma service bus will be able to…
- One of the industries the family has invested heavily in is hospitality. The family, one of Kenya's wealthiest, controls Heritage Hotels - a group of luxury hotels spread across the country.
- The reintroduction of the fees by lenders following a directive from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) had fueled discontent among customers of the country's biggest bank, even as analysts predicted that it would fuel an increased preference for cash transactions.
- Power Financial Wellness (Power), a Kenya-based financial technology provider, has announced it has raised a $3 million (Ksh376 million) seed funding round led by DOB Equity alongside Bolt by QED Investors, Quona Capital, Zephyr Acorn, and Norrsken Accelerator. The funds will be used to support the…
- She may be soft-spoken but Sonal Maherali, or as she calls herself “the queen of the African Savanna”, knows a thing or two about marking her territory while staying sophisticated, and sometimes dramatic when need be. “I don’t do drama, I only do style and class but if need be, I break the glass,”…
- The Kenya shilling set to continue losing value to the dollar as the US Federal Reserve raises rates by 0.25% to reach 4.75% while the Central Bank of Kenya keeps rates steady at 8.75%.
- The Mombasa Plastics Prize has selected 60 innovators to tackle marine plastic pollution along the coastline of Mombasa County. Aged 18-25, the finalists are grouped into 15 teams and are now in a race to be one of the top three teams to win over Ksh7 million of cash prizes. The first-place team…
- "The hustler fund is run by the private sector, we have no access to it. No public official has access to the hustler fund. It is run by an engine provided by telecom companies," he stated.
- The potential transaction is reportedly part of Ruto's plan to neutralize the influence of wealthy and powerful political families including the Mois.
- Super Metro Sacco, one of Nairobi’s leading public transport operators, has announced the introduction of its first electric bus as part of its fleet. Supplied by Kenyan electric mobility startup BasiGo, the 25-seater K6 Electric bus starts operating today and will ply the CBD to Kikuyu and CBD to…
- The coverage by media houses had sparked controversy, as government officials and the police maintained that no officers were deployed to arrest the former Cabinet Secretary.
- Madison Life Assurance and HF Group’s banking subsidiary HFC have inked a partnership to bring to life VillaKazi Homes, a planned mixed-use project in Athi River. Madison is providing the 100 acres valued at Ksh. 3 billion while HFC will provide end user buyer financing, project management…
- George, a seasoned banker, is the outgoing MD BPR Bank Rwanda Plc since its inception last year, following the merger between KCB Bank Rwanda Plc and Banque Populaire du Rwanda. George was the immediate former MD, KCB Bank Rwanda Plc and joined KCB in 2009 as Head, Business Analytics, KCB Bank…
- While media reports often frame banditry and cattle rustling only as a case of ethnic conflict, Natembeya highlighted the transactional element, which involves selling stolen cattle from raids to well-connected livestock traders and subsequently to slaughterhouses across the country.
- 33-year-old Vera Sidika is no stranger to the limelight. In fact, she declares in her introduction video on The Real Housewives of Nairobi: “I’m the most googled celebrity in this country, more than the president, and that’s on, period!” As we get ready for Vera to make her debut on The Real…
