21 March 2025
- Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, has been sworn in as the first female president of Namibia, a southwestern country on the brink of an oil and gas boom.
21 March 2025
- Sasra also says Saccos are not sharing enough information with the regulator.
21 March 2025
- As artificial intelligence reshapes healthcare, the fight against cancer is witnessing unprecedented breakthroughs, from microscopic nanorobots to virtual treatment twins. This acceleration in drug discovery is just one example of AI’s impact on…
21 March 2025
- Posta will help deliver passports and targets up to Sh300 million from the venture.
21 March 2025
- BUENOS AIRES, March 21 (Xinhua) — The General Confederation of Labor of Argentina announced Thursday that it will hold a general strike on April 10 in rejection of the policies of the government headed by President Javier Milei. Union leader Hector…
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 21 – A system hitch has impacted Standard Chartered Bank Kenya’s digital platforms, branches, and credit services. In a short notification sent to customers, the Bank informed users that it was working to resolve the problem, adding…
21 March 2025
- Documents filed with the court show that the land was divided into more than 1,000 plots and sold to third parties.
21 March 2025
- The global shift from cash, towards digital payments is gaining momentum, with Nigeria leading the charge.
21 March 2025
- Ghana loses an estimated US$3 billion annually to corruption—an amount twice the nation’s yearly foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow of US$1.5 billion.
21 March 2025
- The fight for influence in Africa is heating up, with global forces vying for economic, political, and military footholds.
21 March 2025
- The company known for its festive fruit baskets just launched a new website for hemp-derived, THC-infused beverages and gummies. Edible Brands, the parent company of the fruit basket outfit Edible Arrangements, is taking a bite of the cannabis…
21 March 2025
- China and South Africa partnered together to create the world’s longest quantum communications link, via the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Stellenbosch University in South Africa.
21 March 2025
- China and South Africa partnered together to create the world’s longest quantum communications link, via the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Stellenbosch University in South Africa.
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – The uptake of 4G and 5G broadband services has risen in Kenya as demand for fast internet services through streaming of movies, online learning, and remote working, among others, rises. The Communication Authority of Kenya (CA…
21 March 2025
- MAR 21 – Thousands of Tesla Cybertrucks have been recalled in the US due to concerns about part of the electric car’s trim falling off in the model’s eighth and largest ever recall. The issue affects more than 46,000 trucks made starting in November…
21 March 2025
- The Sudanese army announced that it had taken complete control of the Presidential Palace in downtown Khartoum.
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – Climate-focused startups will receive funding through Catalyst Fund (Kenya) after getting about Sh33 million ($260,000) from Village Capital, which supports emergent social, economic, and environmental challenges. Under the…
21 March 2025
- MAR 21 – US Attorney General Pam Bondi said Thursday that three defendants accused of vandalism targeting Elon Musk’s Tesla electric vehicle company could face up to 20 years in prison. Bondi said the damage to Tesla cars, dealerships and charging…
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – AIG Kenya has rebranded to NCBA Insurance Company after it was acquired by NCBA Group last year. The insurer now joins six other subsidiaries under the Group’s umbrella. “NCBA-IG will now become more competitive with amplified…
21 March 2025
- While African nations often appear lower in these rankings, some countries are making notable progress. In the latest report, Mauritius leads as the happiest country in Africa, ranking 78th globally with a score of 5.832.
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, March 21 (Xinhua) — Chinese technology giant Huawei announced on Thursday that it will be at the forefront of empowering the next generation of Kenya’s digital workforce through training, mentorship, and apprenticeship. Speaking at a premier…
21 March 2025
- Absa Bank Kenya net profit for the full year to December stood at Sh20.87 billion.
21 March 2025
- WASHINGTON, March 21 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to formally begin the process of dismantling the Education Department, saying that his administration is returning education back to the states. Beyond…
21 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – Uchumi Supermarket (USP) has hinted at plans to convert its Lang’ata Hyper outlet into a shopping mall to boost revenue. The struggling retailer, however, revealed that the ambitious plan is currently on hold following a legal…
21 March 2025
- A U.S. court has awarded Ghanaian investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million (£14 million) in damages after a jury ruled that he was defamed by former Ghanaian MP Kennedy Agyapong.
20 March 2025
- Morocco plans to invest 15 billion dirhams ($1.55 billion) in constructing a new terminal at Casablanca's largest airport.
20 March 2025
- The judge noted that the immunity provisions in Articles 44-48 of the EADB Act contravene Articles 48 and 50 of the constitution on the right to fair hearing and access to justice.
20 March 2025
- The most lucrative of the five bonds, an 8.5-year paper issued in February 2024, pays interest at 18.46 percent.
20 March 2025
- Co-operative Bank has posted a net profit of Kshs 25.5 billion for the full year ending December 31st 2024, a 9.8% increase from Ksh.23.2 billion in 2023.
20 March 2025
- 'My critical focus was I want to be the best marketer I could be.'
20 March 2025
- 'The majority of people who have accessed their retirement benefits early have stories of regret.'
20 March 2025
- The decorated former Olympian and Zimbabwe’s sports minister Kirsty Coventry will replace Thomas Bach as President of the IOC. “It’s a signal that we’re truly global…” Double Olympic champion Kirsty Coventry continues to set new records after she was…
20 March 2025
- The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has firmly refuted claims circulating in the media that MTN Ghana has been granted a licence to facilitate cross-border money transfers with MTN Nigeria.
20 March 2025
- This plan requires the setting up of structures by commercial bank boards and management.
20 March 2025
- If designed without African input, shipping levy could simply increase our import and export costs.
20 March 2025
- KAMPALA, March 20 (Xinhua) — Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has secured a direct route to London, Britain, in an expansion move to boost the East African country’s trade and tourism opportunities. Uganda Airlines said in a statement…
20 March 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 20 – Staff unions at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) have petitioned Parliament’s Education Committee to intervene in a longstanding welfare crisis, citing years of neglect by the university management and council. In a…
20 March 2025
- The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Emelia Arthur, has announced that the close fishing season for artisanal fishermen will not be enforced in 2025.
20 March 2025
- Power scuffles contribute to inconsistent development policies and priorities.
20 March 2025
- As China expands its maritime presence globally, African ports have become crucial diplomatic hubs for the Chinese navy.
20 March 2025
- Refrigerated containers are used for goods that require temperature controls during shipping.
20 March 2025
- As Kenya strives to plant 15 billion trees, tackling gully erosion is a crucial first step.
20 March 2025
- As various African countries broaden their views on what international relations should include, certain regions have developed anti-colonial feelings, translating to anti-West sentiments. They have instead chosen to collaborate with Eastern countries…
20 March 2025
- Beasts and Petals is largely inspired by his love for philosophy.
20 March 2025
- The Sugar Board should have a say in sugar import decisions to avoid market instability and threats to farmers’ incomes.
20 March 2025
- Niger expelled three Chinese oil executives amid a dispute over salary disparities between expatriate staff and lower-paid local workers.
20 March 2025
- A new assessment of gender equality and economic inclusion has identified ten African countries where women are experiencing greater access to economic opportunities, from employment and entrepreneurship to financial independence and property…
20 March 2025
- Gorgeous place. Like a sanctum of those enjoying their trust funds. It also felt - rather ironically - like a wedding reception.
20 March 2025
- Gathecha promoted from PS to Deputy Head of Public Service.
20 March 2025
- To my faithful readers, it has been an honour and a privilege to write for you. I equally appreciate the schooling and scolding when it came.
