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28 January 2025 - The electric vehicle (EV) market in Africa is becoming increasingly competitive, with various countries making significant strides in adoption.

28 January 2025 - The Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) ranks Mauritius as the top African nation in vocational and technical skills, achieving a 54.09% rating. Egypt follows in second place with 52.35%, while Mauritania takes third with 40.2%.

28 January 2025 - Turkana, Mandera and Migori counties have the highest number of residents who practice open defecation.

28 January 2025 - The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) has disagreed with Moody's positive rating on Kenya, terming it irresponsible.

28 January 2025 - Internet users in South Sudan will be relieved following the government's decision to lift the ban on social media platforms Facebook and TikTok.

28 January 2025 - BEIJING, Jan. 28 (Xinhua) — China and India agreed Monday to resume direct flights between the Chinese mainland and India, according to a Chinese Foreign Ministry statement on Tuesday. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and Indian Foreign…

28 January 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Joseph Kairobi, alias Khalif Kairo, the embattled car dealer, has addressed public concerns over a fundraising campaign linked to his company, distancing it from claims of directly soliciting funds from Kenyan investors. “We…

28 January 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Kenya Power has announced the successful restoration of electricity to the Kiwanja area in Roysambu after a period of disruption. The utility firm in a statement confirmed that the power supply was reinstated Tuesday morning…

28 January 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Equity Bank has received two ISO certifications – ISO 27001:2023 for Information Security Management and ISO 20000-1:2018 for Service Management. These accolades the lender says highlight its steadfast commitment to…

28 January 2025 - Starting a side hustle doesn’t have to drain your finances or consume all your time. The secret lies in assessing your passions and leveraging the available resources. Choose an opportunity that best aligns with your skills and interests. Did you…

28 January 2025 - The effort to rid Africa of terrorist groups is gaining momentum as INTERPOL continues to dismantle cells across the continent.

28 January 2025 - JAN 28 – Coca-Cola has recalled its drinks in some countries across Europe because they contain “higher levels” of a chemical called chlorate. The firm said in a statement that the recall was focused on Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. It…

28 January 2025 - ARUSHA, Tanzania, Jan 28 – The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat has launched an upgraded Single Customs Territory (SCT) Centralised Platform to enable real-time customs and trade data exchange across Partner States’ Customs and Ports…

28 January 2025 - The National Transport Safety Authority (NTSA) has released draft regulations for commercial vehicles, requiring them to meet stricter safety standards. Under the 2025 proposals awaiting approval by the National Assembly, all commercial vehicles…

28 January 2025 - Libya, despite enduring political instability, holds the largest oil reserves in Africa, with 48.36 billion barrels, ranking 9th globally according to Global Firepower. Known for its high-quality, low-sulfur crude, Libya's oil is in high demand on…

28 January 2025 - Topline Here’s everything to know about Chinese AI company called DeepSeek, which topped the app charts and rattled global tech stocks Monday after it notched high performance ratings on par with its top U.S. rivals. Key Facts The DeepSeek startup…

28 January 2025 - JAN 28 – US President Donald Trump has said that Microsoft is in discussions to acquire TikTok and that he would like to see a “bidding war” over the sale of the social media app. When asked by reporters whether the US tech giant was preparing a bid…

28 January 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called for the nullification of Aisha Jumwa Katana’s appointment as the chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB), citing lack of professional qualifications and an…

28 January 2025 - Kenyan President William Ruto, a strong advocate for African Union (AU) institutional reforms, stated yesterday that ongoing conflicts are causing Africa to lose $18 billion annually.

28 January 2025 - As Niger continues its campaign of de-colonizing its country, several monuments in the country’s capital with French monikers have been renamed.

28 January 2025 - The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has announced that it is investigating an incident involving a United Airlines flight from Lagos, Nigeria, to Washington D.C., which occurred on Friday.

28 January 2025 - In March 2024, this couple took a risk and started a homegrown outdoor gear retail.

28 January 2025 - Airtel Money’s sustained expansion is a result of a concerted effort by Kenya’s second-largest telco.

28 January 2025 - Statutory deductions making it impossible for civil servants to take cheap car loans.

28 January 2025 - No amount of rule by terror and the gagging of critical voices make legitimate questions go away.

28 January 2025 - India and Kenya can consolidate their cooperation in areas of convergent opportunities and aspirations.

28 January 2025 - Ministry of Education has concealed the essential statistics that an untrained mind may not decipher.

28 January 2025 - Politicians should focus on service delivery before preparing for the next elections.

28 January 2025 - The slaughter on the roads must be curbed by strictly enforcing traffic rules and regulations.

28 January 2025 - Interior Cabinet Secretary should let the Gen Zs be and focus on tackling banditry.

27 January 2025 - Safaricom is racing to diversify its sources of high-speed internet and cut reliance on Telkom Kenya in its quest for more bandwidth.

27 January 2025 - Tough economic times are disrupting Kenyans’ habit of enjoying popular festivities such as the just ended Christmas and New Year.

27 January 2025 - Tatu City was challenging a High Court decision which allowed Home Bridge to proceed with construction.

27 January 2025 - Figures from UN Tourism’s latest World Tourism Barometer indicate a “virtual recovery of pre-pandemic levels” as the African continent welcomed 7% more arrivals in 2024 than in 2019. United Nations (UN) Tourism estimates that 1.4 billion tourists…

27 January 2025 - Alternative career paths, such as "search funds" that allow recent MBAs to acquire and manage small businesses, are gaining traction.

27 January 2025 - If the lender considers only the value of your asset to offer a credit facility, then the target is not to benefit you but rather the asset you are willing to produce as security.

27 January 2025 - As he promised to name his party on Monday, Gachagua said he would pull all stops to ensure his former boss is not re-elected.

27 January 2025 - Maximum NSSF contribution will rise to Sh4,320 per employee from the current Sh2,160, with employers matching this figure.

27 January 2025 - The magistrate pleaded with police not to torture him while in custody.

27 January 2025 - The Presbyterian Foundation is challenging the issuance of a statutory notice to sell its properties in Mombasa.

27 January 2025 - A source at Garam disclosed that they were carrying out the auction on behalf of Stanbic Bank.

27 January 2025 - The initiative, designed to support farmers, is limited to publicly-owned sugar companies.

27 January 2025 - As he promised to name his party on Monday, Gachagua said he would pull all stops to ensure his former boss is not re-elected.

27 January 2025 - Keysian Auctioneers was instructed by the lender to sell the property, which belongs to Geoffrey Wahome Muotia, who has been fighting to block the sale over the years.

27 January 2025 - Risk-based pricing ensures that premiums are more accurately aligned with the level of risk that each policyholder brings.

27 January 2025 - She was was named captain on January 10.

27 January 2025 - The event has become a cornerstone in Kenya’s athletics calendar since its inception.

27 January 2025 - Troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have reportedly exchanged fire along their shared border in the eastern city of Goma. This escalation has deepened an already dire humanitarian crisis in a region scarred by two…

27 January 2025 - Prof Kindiki urges both parties to avoid confrontations and seek an amicable solution to the stalemate.

27 January 2025 - Munro, 82, will be cremated on Tuesday at Kariokor Crematorium in Nairobi.