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27 May 2024 - The Jafari Credit says it has already advanced Sh450 million by way of small loans to civil servants.

27 May 2024 - The part of the gazette notice that identified 0.1970 hectares as Kaya forest

27 May 2024 - The BETA agenda was meant to provide inclusive growth so that even the mama mboga and bodaboda can feel the growth.

27 May 2024 - With the country’s democratic voting process set to take place later this week, FORBES AFRICA speaks to several analysts about the mindset of the citizens and what may unfold in the coming days. As South Africa prepares to head to the polls on May 29,…

27 May 2024 - African countries confronts various security problems, demanding the procurement and development of new military equipment. Addressing concerns ranging from internal strife and terrorism to marine security and border control need a well-armed military.…

27 May 2024 - After days of settled weather, sunny days and calmer conditions, forecasters have announced that less than an inch of rain could fall in most parts of Nairobi this Monday evening. Some lingering showers not exceeding 20mm are expected in Westlands,…

27 May 2024 - Court order PS Lands Nixon Korir to appoint Dr Peter Mburu Ng’ang’a to the position.

27 May 2024 - Air travel can be an exciting experience, but it is also known for being uncomfortable and inconvenient. Unexpected fees, long queues, and grumpy service can worsen an already stressful situation in Africa.

27 May 2024 - The situation has been worsened by ongoing rains that have wiped out produce worth millions of shillings amid plans by the Government to increase some taxes in the Finance Bill 2024.

27 May 2024 - There is a glut and oversupply of gifted talent chasing ever-diminishing opportunities. For example, our banks are employing graduates to do clerical jobs as tellers.

27 May 2024 - South Africa’s MTN Group has made a new offer to sell 1.57 billion shares in its Ugandan subsidiary.

27 May 2024 - Alcohol is one of the world's oldest and most culturally recreational substances, but consumption levels and types depend on the location.

27 May 2024 - President William Ruto has responded to concerns raised by some Kenyans over the cost of his travel to the United States.

27 May 2024 - Tensions at the Rafah crossing reached an all-time high on Monday, resulting in a confrontation between Israeli troops and Egyptian soldiers. Reports indicate that there was a gunfire exchange between both militaries. The reports also show that there…

27 May 2024 - 5 African countries with US military bases

27 May 2024 - Standard Chartered and Equity came in at position two and three, respectively

27 May 2024 - Teachers have access to more than 100,000 categorised questions for only Sh20

27 May 2024 - Entrepreneurship is an essential catalyst for economic and social transformation in Africa. It promotes growth, provides employment, encourages innovation, empowers communities, attracts investment, and cultivates a resilient and creative culture that…

27 May 2024 - NEW DELHI, May 27 (Xinhua) — India’s federal health ministry has advised employers to take essential heat safety measures at the workplace, officials said Monday. The advisory comes amid heat wave conditions that are prevalent in most parts of the…

27 May 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – Kalenjin is the biggest tribe in the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company’s (KETRACO’s) workforce, followed closely by the Kikuyu ethnic group out of 22 different ethnic groups working for the company. According to a report…

27 May 2024 - NAIROBI, May 27 (Xinhua) — African experts said here on Monday that the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) will foster inclusive growth across the continent. Speaking at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of…

27 May 2024 - Despite 64% of Africans expressing confidence in the continent, they remain loyal to non-African brands, which have retained their lowly 14% of the most admired brands in Africa

27 May 2024 - Justice Janet Mulwa directed the management of the school to halt the increment of fees until the case is heard and determined.

27 May 2024 - It was also recognised among the best green banks, at position two

27 May 2024 - This sense of negligence can lead to unwelcome surprises if they fall behind on payments

27 May 2024 - In the ever-evolving landscape of global employment, achieving an optimal work-life balance has become a fundamental aspiration for individuals and nations alike.

27 May 2024 - Kenya's agriculture sector recorded a 7 per cent recovery in 2023 after two consecutive years of contraction.

27 May 2024 - Sudan's army announced it is on the verge of receiving weapons from Russia in exchange for allowing Moscow to establish a military fueling station on the Red Sea coast.

27 May 2024 - Jafari Credit, a microfinance lender plans to disburse salary-secured loans to government employees, with a target to grow its loan book to Sh1 billion by the end of this year.

27 May 2024 - Company CEO says his company provided moderators with mental health therapists licensed by the Ministry of Health.

27 May 2024 - National Bank of Kenya (NBK) has posted a pre-tax profit of Ksh535 million in its 2004 first quarter financial results, representing a 217% increase compared to Ksh169 million reported in a similar period last year.

27 May 2024 - CitiBank NA has been named as the best bank in Kenya at the Think Business Banking Awards 2024.

27 May 2024 - Muguka consignment from Meru county is being diverted to Garissa and Tana River counties after Mombasa and Kilifi started enforcing the ban last week.

27 May 2024 - The milestone speaks for itself: it’s the 10th anniversary of FORBES AFRICA’S 30 under 30 list, and just like the honorees who have come before them, the class of 2024 too are driven by impact. Profits aside, it’s about achieving success with innovation…

27 May 2024 - For African cities, gaining significant economic power is not only an indication of national pride, but also a fundamental requirement for long-term growth, regional influence, and global integration. Economic power has a direct correlation with a…

27 May 2024 - A report by Times Higher Education has ranked the top universities in Sub-Saharan Africa. The ranking aims to spotlight African higher education institutions and address local higher education challenges.

27 May 2024 - GENEVA, May 24 (Xinhua) — The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) approved on Friday a new treaty to highlight the disclosure of genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge in patent applications. This is the first WIPO treaty to…

27 May 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – NCBA Bank has unveiled trustee services as the lender seeks to expand investment solutions for clients. The unveiling comes after it secured a license from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) in March 2024 to offer the Real…

27 May 2024 -  NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has received a greenlight to proceed with the construction of the 220kV Mariakani-Dogo Kundu power transmission project after ecological concerns from the locals. The project…

27 May 2024 - Manufacturers say non-refundable excise duty on ethanol will force them to stop local production for imports.

27 May 2024 - Kenya Power has announced a 24-hour outage of its prepaid token vending system, slated to commence at 10:00 pm on Sunday, June 2, 2024. In a statement issued on Monday, May 27, 2024, Kenya Power said the outage is aimed at implementing crucial…

27 May 2024 - Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, is set to venture into Africa with a new telecom project, which plans to capture mobile broadband customers in this rapidly growing market.

27 May 2024 - MANILA, May 27 (Xinhua) — Increasing indigenous peoples’ access to water and sanitation, education, health services, and economic opportunities while preserving their cultural identities can significantly improve their living standards, said a World…

27 May 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced interruptions of the prepaid token vending system from June 2 to June 3, 2024, to facilitate its system network upgrade. The power utility firm said that the token vending…

27 May 2024 - The BETA agenda was meant to provide inclusive growth so that even the mama mboga and bodaboda can feel the growth.

27 May 2024 - TOPLINE Novo Nordisk’s weight loss injection semaglutide — the ingredient inside its wildly popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy — could also help protect the kidneys, according to new research, a finding that bolsters the growing public health case for the…

27 May 2024 - MAY 27 – The boss of Singapore Airlines, Goh Choon Pong, has thanked the carrier’s staff for their hard work in the aftermath of a severe turbulence incident in which a British man died and tens more people were injured. “The last five days have been…

27 May 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – Creatives, including artists and comedians using various social media platforms, are set to benefit from the Creative Economy Support Bill 2023, which offers support for people in the creative industry. The Bill proposed by…

27 May 2024 - The mother of two previously worked for Coca-Cola and Reckitt Benckiser, the latter as manager for sub-Saharan Africa.

27 May 2024 - According to recent research, Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product increased modestly in the first quarter of 2024. However, this is lower than the previous quarter's figures. The Services sector was the primary driver of the GDP's performance in the first…