25 July 2024
- The number of people on lifelong antiretroviral treatment in Kenya has almost doubled, resulting in a 90 percent viral suppression rate among those on treatment. Viral suppression means having...
24 July 2024
- The intervention placed emphasis on the need for cooperation and collaboration among all stakeholders to address concerns. The Nigerian government has stepped in to address concerns surrounding the Dangote Refinery, following accusations of…
24 July 2024
- A number of African countries have advanced into upper-middle income status in recent years, which is a major turning point in the economic progress of the entire continent. For African nations, reaching upper-middle income status is an important…
24 July 2024
- BY TAMARA RAJIC JULY 24 – The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has captured the world’s attention, permeating businesses across all sectors at an astonishing pace. Embracing AI technologies is essential for businesses to remain…
24 July 2024
- Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, has announced the removal of about 63,000 accounts in Nigeria involved in financial sexual extortion scams, predominantly targeting adult men in the United States.
24 July 2024
- Money market funds are gaining traction as the preferred investment vehicle as CMA data shows total assets under management stood at Sh225b in March.
24 July 2024
- In June 2024, a few African countries saw a reduction in fuel prices, even amongst African countries known to typically have very low fuel costs on the continent, the month of July had a similar trend. The fluctuations were brought about by a…
24 July 2024
- Unofficial Libyan banknotes, some printed by Russia and others illicitly produced within Libya, have been exchanged for real dollars, contributing to the devaluation of the dinar.
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 24 – Kenyan-hailing American-based food outlet Swahili Village has reached a no-fault settlement with the District of Columbia over allegations of wage theft, concluding a year-long legal dispute. The decision, the restaurant…
24 July 2024
- Recent revelations from Tanzania's ambassador to Russia, Andrey Avetisyan, indicate that the two countries are actively working to increase bilateral trade by using their national currencies for transactions. Banks from both nations have already begun…
24 July 2024
- JULY 24 – China’s economic slowdown and a crackdown by Beijing on displays of wealth are taking a toll on some of the world’s top luxury brands. LVMH says its sales in Asia, which include China but not Japan, fell by 14% in the three months to the end…
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 24 – President William Ruto now says that the government will drop charges against innocent persons arrested in the recent protests across the country. Addressing the Nation on Wednesday at Statehouse Ruto admitted instances where…
24 July 2024
- Her career started at the Meru National Park where she honed her skills as a veterinary surgeon in a mandatory one-year post-graduation work experience that covered the Eastern Conservation Area...
24 July 2024
- AFRICA’S MEDAL HOPEFULS AT THE 2024 OLYMPIC GAMES. Africa will be striving to come back from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with precious metals in their pocket in the form of gold, silver and bronze. The Games will be staged from July 26 to August 11…
24 July 2024
- Associations of long distance drivers, offline and digital taxi operators, and matatu operators termed the government decision to increase the levy from Sh18 to Sh25 illegal and discriminatory.
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 24 – Nominated Member of Parliament (MP) John Mbadi has been picked to be the new National Treasury Cabinet Secretary by President William Ruto. Mbadi, who is in his fourth term as a legislator, will be taking over from Njuguna…
24 July 2024
- TOKYO, July 24 (Xinhua) — The population of Japanese nationals fell by 861,000, or 0.70 pct, in 2023 from a year earlier to 121,561,801, dropping for the 15th year in a row and marking the steepest decline since the survey began in 1968, government…
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 24 – Kenyans are more worried about their health problems than unemployment as well as cost of living, according to a new report by AfroBarometer. The Pan-African latest data shows that half, or 50 percent, of Kenyans are concerned…
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI Kenya, Jul 24 – Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has clarified that the Adani Airport Holdings Limited Group will be investing in a new passenger terminal building at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) amid claims of sell of the…
24 July 2024
- Transactions done by banking agents dipped with cash deposits reducing by almost 10 per cent, signalling the tough economic period that shadowed the better part of the year.
24 July 2024
- Discover essential insights on driving with third-party insurance in Kenya. Understand the coverage, benefits, and costs of this minimum legal requirement, ensuring you're prepared for any liabilities to third parties. Learn more about the different…
24 July 2024
- Founded during the 2020 lockdown by Kenyan entrepreneur, Mr Eliud Gilisho , Candy Kash enables players to convert their gaming skills into real money through competitive play.
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 24 – President William Ruto has urged the newly sworn-in Commissioner General of Prisons, Patrick Aranduh, to accelerate decent housing programs for officers to boost their morale. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony held at…
24 July 2024
- The anti-corruption protest in Uganda has resulted in the detention of approximately 60 persons. Last week Uganda's president warned against protests, urging the people to redirect their energies toward more productive activity. The protest began on…
24 July 2024
- KATHMANDU, July 24 (Xinhua) — A domestic plane carrying 23 people crashed on Wednesday at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital, an official said. A witness said the plane nosedived into the ground and an explosion could be…
24 July 2024
- TOPLINE Google parent Alphabet came in above Wall Street’s lofty expectations in its second-quarter earnings report released Tuesday afternoon, as the internet behemoth continues to rake in tens of billions of advertising dollars. KEY FACTS Alphabet’s…
24 July 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 24 – Over 85,000 registered nurses and clinical officers will enjoy indemnity insurance in the new expansion by Britam General Insurance. While professional indemnity insurance is not mandatory for them, it is for doctors in Kenya…
24 July 2024
- Nigerians protest for several reasons, including corruption, tax issues, economic hardship, salary increments, police brutality, and gender equality.
24 July 2024
- Botswana is proposing a new law requiring mining companies to sell a 24% stake in their operations to locals once a license is granted. Botswana is a country rich in precious natural resources, especially diamonds.
24 July 2024
- SAN FRANCISCO, July 23 (Xinhua) — Alphabet Inc., Google’s parent company, on Tuesday reported its second-quarter revenue at 84.74 billion U.S. dollars, up 14 percent from the same period last year. Announcing its financial results for the quarter that…