20 December 2024
- Diesel remains a critical energy source for many African countries, especially in regions where alternative energy solutions are still underutilized.
20 December 2024
- As of January, Seven of Africa's richest men hold a collective wealth of $52 billion, exceeding that of the 700 million people constituting the poorest half of the continent's population.
20 December 2024
- A high cost of living presents significant challenges for both people and society, even while economic expansion can open up new opportunities.
20 December 2024
- First, there’s curiosity, then, there’s courage and thereafter, the commitment to see it through. When you are your own boss and sole employee reporting to yourself, as an early-stage, one-person microbusiness working with maybe contracted help,…
20 December 2024
- Financial solutions provider HF Group Plc (NSE: HFCK) has achieved an over-subscription on its recently concluded Rights Issue, with a total subscription performance rate of 138.32%.
20 December 2024
- DEC 20 – Government borrowing fell in the year to November as more money was raised from taxes and less was spent on the country’s debt interest payments, according to official figures. Borrowing – the difference between spending and tax take – was…
20 December 2024
- Hot off the fashion runways, here’s a look at the cross-cultural fusion of African designers overseas. The following pages explore fashion as cultural diplomacy; the designer pieces not only contribute to current global trends but also challenge…
20 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 20 – Shareholders of Bamburi Cement have approved a Sh23.2 billion sell to Amsons Industries (K) Ltd, a local subsidiary of Tanzanian business conglomerate Amsons Group. The deal received overwhelming support from stock owners…
20 December 2024
- Forbes has unveiled its inaugural list of the 50 wealthiest Black Americans for 2024, highlighting three industry leaders of African origin among the honorees.
20 December 2024
- Would taking out a personal loan with a lower interest rate or securing a different type of financing have been a better option? Diversify savings into SACCOs, endowments,government bonds, and retirement schemes while revisiting loan terms to ease…
20 December 2024
- Money Market Funds (MMFs) have proven to be a reliable choice for Kenyans, offering stability and liquidity. November's MMFs performance highlights notable trends, showcasing funds that continue to outperform peers despite the tough economic…
20 December 2024
- DEC 20 – A total of $2.2bn (£1.76bn) in cryptocurrencies has been stolen this year, with North Korean hackers accounting for more than half that figure, according to a new study. Research firm Chainalysis says hackers affiliated with the reclusive…
20 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 20 – Java House has reduced 148 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2024 through a used cooking oil recycling project in partnership with renewable energy firm Muenzer Kenya. The initiative involves repurposing used cooking oil as…
20 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 20 – The Kenya Union of the Blind (KUB) has accused the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) field officers of harassment and extortion, following repeated instances of electricity disconnections at their premises in Embakasi…
20 December 2024
- DEC 20 – Kenyan business student Nelson Amenya has been hailed as a hero by those campaigning for greater transparency in the deals his government makes with private firms. Recent Kenyan history is littered with stories of huge contracts that have…
20 December 2024
- DEC 20 – A union representing more than 11,000 Starbucks baristas in the US says its members will hold a five-day strike starting on Friday morning, in a dispute over pay and working conditions. Workers United says the walkouts will start in Los…
20 December 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dev 20 – HF Group has announced the successful conclusion of its rights issue, which was oversubscribed by 38.32 percent. The company had targeted a capital raise of Sh4.6 billion but received Sh6.38 billion in applications from…
20 December 2024
- In Africa, business aviation is an evolving sector that has gained prominence over recent decades. South Africa leads the continent in terms of business aircraft fleets, with 418 business jets recorded in 2019.
20 December 2024
- When it comes to choosing a smartphone, it’s essential to consider not just the device itself but the overall value it brings to your life. The M-KOPA X2 offers a comprehensive package that includes financial security, device protection, and…
20 December 2024
- Forget expensive gifts and social media pressures. These young professionals are trading consumerism for connection, one intentional celebration at a time.
20 December 2024
- There are affordable ways to reduce the amount of plastic you use and alternatives that help limit the spread of microplastics when you’re out shopping and eating this holiday season. Microplastics, the tiny pieces of plastic debris that permeate…
