03 December 2024
- ACCRA, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) — The executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the third review of Ghana’s reforms, paving the way for immediate disbursement of 360 million U.S. dollars to support reform efforts, a release by…
03 December 2024
- The rise of athleisure, a trend that blends athletic wear with everyday outfits, has also solidified the sneaker’s place as a staple in Gen Z wardrobes.
03 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) — Kenya’s mobile phone service provider Airtel on Tuesday partnered with Moja Expressway Company, a Chinese firm that manages the 27.1 km Nairobi Expressway, to introduce toll fee payment options. The collaboration…
03 December 2024
- Vusumuzi Mkandla and Thando Tshuma cycled south to Lesotho, then north to Eswatini, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, where they took a break.
03 December 2024
- The tax proposal will negatively impact the tourism industry which is on a bounce-back, earning the country Sh142.5 billion in the first half of 2024, a 21.3 percent year-on-year improvement.
03 December 2024
- If the thought of robots short-circuiting your career is keeping you awake at night, you might be experiencing FOBO – the fear of becoming obsolete. This rising form of anxiety is leading many workers to worry about being left gathering dust as…
03 December 2024
- The government has in recent years been moving services to an online portal, the e-Citizen, in a bid to improve efficiency and seal loopholes for bribery and other forms of corruption.
03 December 2024
- Although not all aspiring emigrants may eventually leave the country, this dynamic could lead to an increased pool of skilled professionals in Kenya, creating a "brain gain."
03 December 2024
- Business groups and other stakeholders had argued that extending the compliance period would encourage more taxpayers to regularise their tax status and broaden the tax base.
03 December 2024
- The proposed changes to business laws, coupled with new tax procedures, will affect the entire spectrum of economic activity, from small enterprises to major corporations.
03 December 2024
- The Council will focus on job opportunities for young people and women in emerging economies to help nations turn challenges into opportunities.
03 December 2024
- In Africa, Seychelles stands out as the only country in the "very high" human development category. On the other end of the spectrum, Somalia has the lowest HDI, not just in Africa but globally.
03 December 2024
- ANKARA, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) — Türkiye’s annual inflation rate eased to 47.09 percent in November, marking its lowest point since June 2023, according to official data released Tuesday. The decline represents the sixth consecutive month of easing…
03 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 – The National Treasury is exploring alternative public-private partnership (PPP) models to finance the country’s mega infrastructure projects following the cancellation of Adani Group-led initiatives for the Jomo Kenyatta…
03 December 2024
- Wear at steady speeds is minimal. Acceleration (especially in more powerful cars) has a greater effect on the tyres on the drive wheels.
03 December 2024
- Challenges like visa issues, high tuition, and cultural differences in the U.S are prompting international students to turn to Asia and other regions for international education.
03 December 2024
- Lawmakers say that when the government pays power firms in foreign currency, it passes the burden to consumers in their electricity bills.
03 December 2024
- I swiped right and boom! It was a match. As the independent girl I am, I jumped at the chance to pay the bill. He insisted otherwise, but I was determined to prove that not all girls were out to “eat” men's money. There’s a feeling that comes with…
03 December 2024
- The severity of a collision depends on how fast you are going, how hard the object you hit is, and how quickly the crash will bring you from speed to a stop.
03 December 2024
- A new KNBS report has revealed a sharp increase in female employees joining the league of Kenyans who earn over Ksh100,000 per month, despite men remaining more in the overall number. The report indicates that 15,252 Kenyans joined the club of top…
03 December 2024
- Beyond religious factors, public health considerations play a huge role in alcohol bans and restrictions. Excessive alcohol consumption is linked to numerous health and societal issues, including liver diseases, addiction, domestic violence, and…
03 December 2024
- Four prominent artists from Africa, Tems, Rema, Arya Star, and Tyla, made Rolling Stone's 2024 Top 100 Albums of the Year, demonstrating the continent's music scene's unabated explosive growth.
03 December 2024
- WASHINGTON, Dec 3 (Xinhua) — The U.S. Federal Reserve warned Monday that it may fail to bring inflation back to its 2 percent target, as recent data suggest that progress on lowering inflation “may be stalling.” The U.S. personal consumption…
03 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 — The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has advertised the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/Board Secretary position, signaling the end of Charles Ringera’s leadership after serving since 2013. In a notice issued Monday, HELB…
03 December 2024
- In Africa, the story of homicide is a tale of contrasts. Countries like South Africa, Nigeria, and the Central African Republic report some of the highest rates of violent deaths, driven by factors like gang warfare, political instability, and…
03 December 2024
- If you're struggling with mounting debt due to high interest rates or reduced income, you might be looking for a way to regain control of your finances. One path you can take to reduce the cost of the loan or monthly repayments is to change lenders…
03 December 2024
- DEC 3 – Tesla chief executive Elon Musk’s record-breaking $56bn (£47bn) pay award will not be reinstated, a judge has ruled. The decision in the Delaware court comes after months of legal wrangling and despite it being approved by shareholders and…
03 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 — Jambojet has reported an incident involving a parked aircraft that rolled off the ramp and collided with a pole during routine overnight maintenance at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The impact damaged the…
03 December 2024
- 753 houses in an estate within Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, have been seized following a legal case filed by the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
