- SEP 27 – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has produced a winner in Bayer East Africa’s Safe Use Ambassador program (SUA) competition programme. The Bayer Safe Use Ambassador initiative, launched in 2023, has been rolled out in collaboration with select key universities…
- SPE 26 – Kenyan content creators on TikTok are using the platform to promote local tourism. Themed ‘Tourism and Peace’, this year’s campaign aims to showcase the country’s diverse beauty through nationwide content creation. TikTok is impacting Kenya’s tourism industry by increasingly becoming a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 26- Absa Bank Kenya on Thursday hosted entrepreneurs, industry experts and key stakeholders for an empowerment forum in Mombasa to explore business opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the coastal region. The forum, which is part of the Absa Business Club…
- NAIROBI Kenya, Sep 26 – Jambojet expects a fuel shortage that was experienced early in the day to disrupt flights throughout the day. In a notice, the airline attributed this to the fuel supply at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. It has, however, said the challenge has since been resolved…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 26 – Schneider Electric, a player in energy management and automation, has unveiled the Building Decarbonization Calculator, an online tool designed to assist building owners and operators in exploring a variety of Energy and Carbon Conservation Measures (ECCMs). As the…
- NAIROBI, Sept. 26 (Xinhua) — Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday emphasized the urgent need to unlock the vast opportunities presented by the digital economy for African countries, highlighting its potential to create jobs and enhance service delivery. Speaking at the 41st edition…
- TOKYO, Sept. 26 (Xinhua) — Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corp. is planning to expand its car dealership network in India by 70 percent, aiming for around 6,800 dealership stores by 2030, local media reported. The company intends to increase its presence in smaller cities, seeking to build a more…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 26 – Two of Kenya’s top banks, Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) and Equity Bank, have been ranked among Africa’s top 300 finance champions but experienced declines in their standings due to ongoing issues with credit quality. According to the latest report from The Africa Report,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 25 – Chinese phonemaker Xiaomi Kenya has unveiled a new smartphone called Redmi 14C with expanded features and extra accessories. The new unit, which features an 8.22mm ultra-slim body with a flat frame and a circular camera design, comes with a range of colors and designs,…
- WINDHOEK, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) — About 130 hippopotamuses are stranded in the mud in northeastern Namibia, as water levels continue to drop due to severe drought, a government official said Wednesday. To address this urgent situation, Namibia’s Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism is drilling…
- FRANKFURT, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) — The German economy is expected to recover slowly in 2025, rather than in the second half of this year, as indicated by a survey of chief economists from leading German banks published on Wednesday. In a major revision to their earlier assessment, 15 chief economists…
- NAIROBI, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD on Wednesday announced its entry into the Kenyan market, partnering with local motor dealer Loxea Kenya for distribution. Steve Chang, general manager of BYD South Africa, told reporters in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi that the…
- NAIROBI, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) — Kenya’s tea export earnings surged by 18 percent in the first half of 2024, driven by increased shipments to key markets, the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) said on Wednesday. In its economic report, the KNBS said earnings jumped to 102.4 billion shillings (…
- By Dr. Mufaddal Shokat SEP 25 – World Lung Day, observed annually on September 25th, serves as a vital reminder of the importance of lung health. Organized by the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), this day aims to raise awareness about respiratory conditions such as asthma,…
- Nairobi, Sep 25- The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) hosted the inaugural Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) Stakeholder Forum Wednesday, bringing together key players to strategize on positioning Kenya at the forefront of Africa’s MICE industry. In his…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 25 – Mercy Corps AgriFin, is set to host its 8th Annual Learning Event (ALE) on October 15-16, 2024, under the theme “Enabling Rural Economies: Creating Lasting Impact for the Digital Ecosystem in Africa.” The two-day event will bring together over 400 participants from across…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 25 – Kenyan electric mobility startup Roam has been listed as one of the world’s top 100 impact companies in the 2024 Impact top 100 list. This recognition, curated by the Norrsken Foundation in collaboration with over 40 influential venture capitalists and NGOs, including the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 24 – Fintech Giant Mkopa has now reached over 5 million customers unlocking 1.5 billion dollars in credit across 5 markets in Africa including Kenya. According to its 2024 Annual Impact Report that focused on how the company is deepening digital and financial inclusion across the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 25 – Agribusiness firm Kakuzi has announced a Sh100 million investment plan for 2025 aimed at advancing agricultural technology (Ag-Tech) and improving water stewardship. The investment, approved by the company’s shareholders, is part of Kakuzi’s broader strategy to diversify…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 25 – KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money have partnered to enhance interoperability in the payments sector. The collaboration will allow Airtel Money customers to make direct payments to KCB merchants using the Lipa Na KCB service, a move aimed at promoting financial inclusion and…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 25 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a man accused of impersonating a senior Nairobi County official and attempting to extort money from an unsuspecting citizen. The suspect, identified as William Otieno Okoth, allegedly posed as the Personal…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, September 25 – The National Assembly has rejected the bill that aimed to regulate the production, processing, and marketing of mung beans, commonly known as ‘ndengu,’ in Kenya. The Mung Beans Bill 2022 sought to restrict buyers from marketing, processing, or engaging in extensive…
- By Ninette Mwarania SEP 28 – In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on considering environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors during business decision-making. This is in line with the ideals that are espoused in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Various legislations and policies…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 24 – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Sama has announced a partnership with Homa Bay County to develop a tailored AI curriculum for vocational training institutes across the region. According to the partners, the collaboration aims to enhance local educational offerings and create…
- SEP 24 – After years of traveling to source mobile business accessories, four long-time friends decided it was time to start a business that would require less travel, allowing them to settle down. To that end, Job Kariuki, Joseph Kamau, Shamton Githere, and Robert launched Zani Properties, a real…
- SEP 24 – China’s central bank has unveiled a major package of measures aimed at reviving the country’s flagging economy. People’s Bank of China (PBOC) Governor Pan Gongsheng announced plans to lower borrowing costs and allow banks to increase their lending. The move comes after a series of…
- SEP 24 – The messaging app Telegram has said it will hand over users’ IP addresses and phone numbers to authorities who have search warrants or other valid legal requests. The change to its terms of service and privacy policy “should discourage criminals”, CEO Pavel Durov said in a Telegram post on…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, September 24 – Towns across the country are set to experience hiked water prices in the new 2024-2025 water tariffs. The new tariffs were released in a gazette notice this month by the CEO of Water Service Regulatory Boards, Richard Cheruiyot. Domestic users, commercial users, water…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 24 – Old Mutual has announced that it has trained 25,000 students across 24 colleges in Kenya through its financial literacy program. This initiative, launched in response to alarming data on the country’s financial literacy levels, aims to equip the youth with essential skills…
- By Kennedy Kachwanya SEP 24 – The global gaming industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors, projected to reach a staggering $300 billion by 2025. Africa, with its young and dynamic population, is poised to become a major player in this space. According to recent reports, the gaming industry in…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 24 – I&M Bank has introduced a new AI-powered ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ service anchored on enhancing its unsecured lending offerings. The service, available to existing customers, is designed to provide a flexible and convenient financing option across multiple merchants and e-…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 24 – Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has listed Kajulu forest in Kisumu County as the flagship site for the national “One Tourist, One Tree” campaign aimed at promoting sustainable tourism and environmental conservation. The program, undertaken in collaboration with the Ministry of…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 13 –Kenyans have been granted free access to the country’s game reserves and Parks on September 28 2024 as Kenya marks the United Nation World Tourism Week which kicked off in Kisumu on Monday. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano noted The culmination of UN Tourism Week…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 13 -Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has now reduced the period of processing Value Add Tax (VAT) refunds from 102 days in the Financial Year 2020/21 to 41 days as of June 2024. KRA attributed the substantial improvement to the development of internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 23 —Tatu Telecom, the telecommunications provider for Tatu City, has announced connecting more than 1,000 customers to its high-speed fibre optic network, while laying down 85,000 meters of fibre infrastructure, according to a recent company statement. In a move to bolster Tatu…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 23-Kenya Airways(KQ) lost at least Sh80 million during recent demonstrations against the government’s deal with Adani Company over Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)takeover. Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Allan Kilavuka on Monday revealed that the flight…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 23 – Safaricom has introduced a new data package with increased internet speeds for its Home and Business Customers. Through the Telco revamped Home and Business fibre Internet connectivity the new 1000Mbps Platinum package will see customers enjoy increased speeds and greater…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 23 -The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and Kenya Airways (KQ) have today unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance the marketing and promotion of Kenya as a premier global destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE). This…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 22 – Safaricom has announced a Sh104.8 billion investment in Kenya’s healthcare sector with an aim to transform the nation’s health system through technology. The initiative, guided by the Ministry of Health’s vision for universal quality healthcare, involves an investment…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 22 – Acorn Holdings Limited (AHL), a property developer, plans to redeem the Sh5.7 billion green bond, Africa’s inaugural green housing bond, one month ahead of its official maturity date. The early repayment, set for the first week of October 2024, will return up to Sh2.7…
- SEP 22 – Half a billion fans, a multi-million dollar personal fortune and a global business empire. It would take a lot to dethrone YouTube’s biggest influencer Jimmy Donaldson, aka MrBeast. But a 54-page court document could be his toughest test yet. Five female contestants on upcoming Prime Video…
- NAIROBI,Kenya,Sep 22 – Rwanda’s economy grew by 9.7% in the first quarter of 2024, according to the 23rd edition of the Rwanda Economic Update (REU), recently released by the World Bank. This growth outpaced the 8.2% recorded in the same period last year. The report, titled Accelerating Skills…
- SEP 22 – A businessman has moved to court seeking to stop the construction of a building he claims is a threat to the residents of Kangara Road in Lavington, Nairobi County. In an application filed by lawyer Clinton Mwale, Symolink Company Limited and Ayaga Sankale, the plaintiffs claim that they…
- ROME, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) — Alongside the opportunities, significant risks posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the cultural sector were highlighted at the Group of Seven (G7) ministers’ cultural meeting, which concluded on Saturday in Naples, Italy. AI is “increasingly permeating the value…
- NAIROBI, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) — Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves have reached a new high of 7.85 billion U.S. dollars as of Thursday, marking an increase for the third consecutive week, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) said in its weekly financial market update released on Friday evening. The reserves…
- SEP 21 – Text Book Centre (TBC), an educational and office supplies conglomerate, is targeting residents of Kiambu County with a new store in Ruiru. The Nord Ruiru store is TBC’s second facility to be opened outside of Nairobi and thirteenth nationally. TBC CEO Sachin Varma said that the expansion…
- SEP 21 – The Kenya National Police DT Sacco is set to accelerate loan processing for its members and adopt advanced technologies across its platforms. CEO Solomon Agutsa emphasized that these initiatives will enhance accessibility and efficiency in banking for customers. Agutsa made these remarks…
- SACRAMENTO, the United States, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) — Microsoft and Constellation Energy announced a groundbreaking deal Friday to reopen the partially-melted-down Three Mile Island nuclear plant, with the tech giant purchasing all the power for 20 years after restart. The deal marked the first time a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 21 – The ongoing reforms in coffee and tea subsectors are bearing fruit as farmers earn more money, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said. Mr Gachagua attributed this to the Government-driven reforms and interventions, small scale farmers have also been able to raise…
- LOS ANGELES, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) — U.S. private space company SpaceX launched 20 Starlink satellites into orbit on Friday. According to SpaceX, the satellites were launched aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 6:50 a.m. Pacific Time. Shortly after the launch,…
