- At least 60,000 primary school teachers have declined the promotion of teaching in Junior Secondary Schools, JSS. According to the document to the National Assembly Committee on Education dated July 11th, the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, says the portal for teachers wishing to migrate from…
- NCBA has opened its newest branch at Kahawa Sukari, further bolstering its presence in the Kiambu region. This strategic expansion is in line with NCBA’s commitment to enhancing its retail business and providing convenient financial services to customers. This brings to 3 the total number of…
- President William Ruto has pardoned former KEMRI boss Davy Koech who was jailed for 6 years in September 2021 for fraudulently obtaining 19.3 million shillings. He was among the 37 individuals pardoned by the President. In 2022, Koech applied for a review of his sentence at the High Court but the…
- LG Electronics East Africa has unveiled its state-of-the-art dryers and dishwashers for the Kenyan market with an aim to revolutionize how Kenyan households manage their laundry and dishwashing needs. This is part of the company’s commitment to enhance consumers’ lives through advanced technology…
- Health practitioners and patient advocates from across Africa gathered in Nairobi for the 5th Society for Neuro-oncology in sub-Saharan Africa conference to discuss how to improve care for patients with brain and spine tumors. Even as the experts from the continent take stock of the capacity of…
- There are so many smartphones on the Kenyan market. Sometimes finding a phone that fits your needs and demand is not a walk in the park. The easiest way to get a good phone is to look at the features, run them against the price and decide. But nothing beats buying a phone from a […]
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- Moving to another country for education can be a challenging affair. From the hustle of finding a place to stay for the ones not staying on campus to the stress of converting your local currency into the hosting country’s currency to pay for tuition and other utilities. The stress is equally the…
- The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has announced that it has opened its portal for the application of KMTC courses and students seeking to join can now apply. The KUCCPS portal opened on July 21. According to the statement released on Saturday, KUCCPS CEO Mercy…
- According to the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, teachers employed in internship terms this year in February will miss salary increments in July. This is because the teacher’s employment is on contract terms and therefore does not qualify for a salary increment. Intern teachers in primary school…
- Are you a fan of the popular Manhwa series Secret Class? Do you crave more of the same romance, drama, and intrigue? If yes, you are in the right place. In this article, we have curated a list of the top 5 Manhwa series on Mangakakalot that offers a similar blend of storytelling and art […]
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- Success can seem like a mythical creature when you’re an entrepreneur. Developing successful habits is crucial for entrepreneurs to achieve business success. To succeed as an entrepreneur today, you need to take in a constant influx of information. But you also need to know when to lock it down and…
- As it warms up in the Northern Hemisphere, Emirates SkyCargo is scaling up its cool chain capacity for perishables, preparing for a busy summer season of weddings and outdoor events. As the demand for decorative floral arrangements increases, May 2023 saw Emirates SkyCargo transport 3,590 tonnes of…
- A group of university lecturers from various universities has graduated from a rigorous skilling and immersion program in teaching and research organized by the Microsoft Africa Development Centre with the goal of improving students’ classroom experiences and learning. The comprehensive program is…
- Pain is a common phenomenon that is experienced by almost everyone. It is estimated that about 20% or more of the population may suffer from chronic pain and the prevalence can go up depending on different circumstances. Although pain acts as a warning system that prepares us to work on or prevent…
- Retirement is inevitable. But the earlier you prepare for it, the better. Many people cringe at the mention of retirement. They do not want to be reminded about it. They are scared about it the same way they are scared about death. No doubt. But the news about retirement shouldn’t be scary. It…
- Kenya is going through the worst political rebirth in its entire history. We are facing a future with a lot of uncertainty. Kenya is crying for a leader who will be able to manage her better with her people in the future. I believe I hold the answer to what kind of a leader Kenya […]
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- Veteran Kenyan National Football Team and Women’s premier league side Gaspo FC coach Jacob ‘ghost’ Mulee, Kenya Footballers Welfare Association (KEFWA) Chair James Situma, former Kenya Sevens star and KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde, Kenya Morans Head coach Hanset Wafula and National Team player…
- Stories have captivated the hearts and minds of humanity since time immemorial. Across cultures and generations, storytelling has served as a powerful tool for sharing knowledge, preserving history, and sparking imagination. When it comes to children, storytelling holds a special place in their…
- Onion prices have gone up in both wholesale and retail markets especially in Nairobi in the span of four months owing to the higher cost of imported varieties of the kitchen staple. This will pile more pressure on consumers, whose purchasing power has witnessed significant erosion in the past…
- The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers, KUPPET, has urged the SRC and the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, to adhere to teachers’ salary increments by the end of July 2023. According to KUPPET secretary general Akelo Misori, teachers are overburdened by high taxes which has resulted in…
- A massive shortage of new smartphones is looming in Kenya following a crackdown by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) through the new cargo consolidation policy that has seen KRA net eight times the products and taxes more than before the policy. Most importers of new smartphones, mostly small-scale…
- dfcu Bank, Mastercard, and Rabo Partnerships have announced a strategic partnership aimed at digitalizing the agricultural ecosystem in Uganda. This collaboration aims to uplift smallholder farmers and other agricultural value chain actors by enhancing their access to markets and credit, thereby…
- Triple5Bet Fading Into Obscurity Triple5Bet, a reputable Kenyan bookmaker with a respectable assortment of betting options and casino entertainment, was established in 2020 and supported by British investors. The platform was well-liked by both novice and experienced gamblers and had a legitimate…
- Safaricom reclaimed its top mover position, accounting for 44.0 percent of trading activity, followed by KCB at 12.6 percent on Wednesday. The telco extended losses for the second straight session, retreating 2.2 percent to 18.15 shillings on sustained profit-taking. Similarly, KCB Group lost 3.0…
- At least 148 learners from Ikonge PAG Girls Secondary School in Nyamira County have been admitted to hospital after developing severe stomach aches with the number expected to rise further The learners were admitted at Ekerengo Hospital where they are receiving treatment. The learners are suspected…
- Equities turnover jumped by 238.03 percent to 270.65 million shillings on Tuesday up from 80.07 million shillings the previous trading day. During the day, foreign investors were the dominant players on the day. They accounted for c. 51 percent of the total market turnover. Foreign investors…
- Imagine your prime life being changed in a split second. Imagine being that beautiful woman, the apple and admiration of every passing neck, the hope and breadwinner of your family, then within a blink of an eye, your life takes a wrong turn, never to be the same both physically and mentally. This…
- In a significant step towards enhancing access to water and resolving water-related disputes the Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation, has formally handed over the Water Appeal Board to the Judiciary. The ceremony took place at the Chief Justice’s boardroom and was presided by Water,…
- Leading edible oils and detergent manufacturer Pwani Oil Limited has announced a significant investment in an ultra-modern Home Care and Personal Care manufacturing plant, the first of its kind in the East Africa Region. Located inside the Kikambala factory, the plant is an addition to the edible…
- In 2015, the Kenyan government introduced the Kenya e-Visa system for passport holders from over 160 countries worldwide to facilitate the process of obtaining a visa for Kenya for tourism, business, transit, or medical purposes. According to the Kenyan government, all foreign citizens who are not…
- Revenue collection in the betting and gaming sector has registered a significant growth after Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected over KShs 15.100 Billion from Excise on Betting and Withholding Tax on Winnings from the betting sector. The revenue collection reflects a growth of 23.9% from the…
- More than 15,000 residents of Mbooni East in Makueni County are set to benefit from improved maternal and child health services after the M-PESA Foundation and the county government opened a newly constructed Maternal and Child Health Unit at Tawa sub-County Hospital. The Foundation invested KES 27…
- Karibu Connect, a provider of internet connectivity solutions in East Africa, today announced that it has been appointed as the first authorized reseller of Starlink in Kenya. This marks a significant step in the company’s mission to eliminate the digital divide and enhance the connectivity…
- Michael Karanga emerged as the triumphant champion of the highly-anticipated Limuru Open, held this past weekend at the esteemed Par 72 Limuru Golf & Country Club. The tournament which is an integral part of the Kenya Amateur Golf Championships (KAGC), was expertly organized by the Kenya Golf…
- Retirement is a critical life event that marks a transition from a life centered around work and career to a phase where individuals have the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of their labor and explore new experiences. While this may sound exciting, retirement can bring a mix of emotions and…
- The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has refuted claims that teachers in the country are planning for a strike to push for salary increments. According to KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu, KNUT is pushing a review of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the period of 2021-2025. “…
- Dutch National Carrier KLM has introduced a new cabin class dubbed Premium Comfort In between the economy class and business class. Targeted at customers who want to enjoy the luxury of flying comfortably, the new cabin is installed on all Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft flying to international…
- Africa, with its vast agricultural resources and untapped potential, holds the key to overcoming food security challenges and achieving self-sufficiency. The continent possesses an immense capacity to feed itself and even become a major player in global food markets. However, the continent has long…
- This is a statement by the Azimio Parliamentary Group issued on July 17, 2023: We are here, first and foremost, to confirm that the peaceful protests planned for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday this week are on as earlier declared by our leadership. These protests will go on in line with Article 37…
- The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has reopened its online portal for the application for placement to diploma teacher training courses. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu announced that applicants will be seeking to fill 13,439 slots in the Diploma in…
- Market activity declined 47.7 percent to USD 5.9m following last week’s three-week high turnover. Safaricom held the top mover position, accounting for 32.6 percent of total turnover, followed by Equity Group and KCB at 26.7 percent and 18.5 percent respectively. Safaricom rose for the second…
- Kenya’s leading lender, NCBA Bank is set to fly at least 100 business banking customers to Turkey through their Business Banking unit (SME). The trip is part of the brand’s loyalty and brand-building initiative that seeks to give customers exposure to global markets that could potentially grow…
- Tatu City has welcomed another 50 aspiring youths for free skills training at the Tatu City Training Academy. Launched in 2018, the program provides members of the local community with essential job skills and opportunities for personal growth. Since its inception, the Tatu City Training Academy…
- Big blow to millions of candidates set to write 2023 KCPE and KCSE as the Ministry of Education through its Principal Secretary, Belio Kipsang, banned all mock and joint examinations for all schools. According to the statement dated July 6, a Ministry representative, in their correspondence on July…
- There are 16 billion mobile phones today and one-third are no longer in operation, whilst only 20 percent are recycled. This means that the big junks of waste polluting the earth is electronic waste, moreso, from the mobile phone sector. There has been a push for the mobile phone sector to embrace…
- The Rotary Clubs of Nairobi Magharibi, Maasai Mara, and Enkare-Narok, in collaboration with the Surgical Society of Kenya and the County of Narok, are thrilled to announce a forthcoming free surgical camp in Narok, Kenya. Scheduled to run from September 27th September to 1st October 2023, at Narok…
- Nairobi residents should brace for tough times ahead following the Nairobi County government’s proposal for city residents to pay more for services if the county’s Finance Bill is adopted The Finance Bill sets out areas that the county will target as it seeks to increase revenue collection.…
- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) released the yearly revenue performance for FY 2022/2023, highlighting that the total revenue collected was KES 2.17 tn, equivalent to a 6.6% increase from the KES 2.03 tn collected in the previous fiscal year. The growth was against a backdrop of a constrained…
- NCBA Uganda hosted the 8th leg of the NCBA Golf Series at the Uganda Golf Series over the weekend. The event brought together more than 200 young and vibrant golfers who took the greens with the hope of slots in the grand finale set for Nairobi, Kenya. The event marked the second Golf Series NCBA…
- NCBA Bank, the leading asset finance in Kenya, is one of the sponsors of the “Best Young Driver” Contest and Auto Clinic Event that took place on July 15, 2023, at the KICC organized by AA Kenya. AA Kenya is a renowned Motoring Association dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the interests and…
