04 December 2023
- Finance is a crucial change agent in society, government, and technology. The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally altering the financial world. AI is a form of technology that confers intelligence on machines. In my 2013…
04 December 2023
- South African Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) released its list of top 10 investment attractive countries in Africa, aimed at investors targeting real assets in an economy or looking to expand businesses that rely on physical infrastructure.
04 December 2023
- TOKYO, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — Japan plans to introduce electronic arrest warrants and interrogation records amid the country’s digitization steps for faster legal procedures, according to the Justice Ministry on Monday. Currently, arrest and search…
04 December 2023
- KISUMU, Kenya, Dec 4 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered a public property valued at Sh. 410 million belonging to the county government of Kisumu. EACC Regional Manager Abraham Kemboi said the development of housing…
04 December 2023
- Galana explained the ship was carrying automotive gas oil, not Diesel EN590. It adds Kenya does not use Diesel EN590 as it is not among the standards provided for by Kebs.
04 December 2023
- Africa, the most promising continent on the planet, can sometimes find itself struggling with the problem of low purchasing power. Some countries in the region have consistently had to deal with this issue, with several people oblivious to how…
04 December 2023
- This will be an increase from the current Sh1million
04 December 2023
- Last week, COP 28, the largest climate gathering of global leaders to discuss how to protect the earth from accelerated warming began. As always, it was graced by people from all walks of life. However, this year's summit recorded a substantial…
04 December 2023
- The African Development Bank Group has unveiled its proposed $1 billion initiative aimed at offering insurance coverage to over 40 million farmers across Africa, protecting them from the severe impacts of climate change.
04 December 2023
- By 2035, Africa exports are set to experience a remarkable surge, approaching nearly USD1 trillion. The driving force behind this economic milestone is the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a collaborative effort encompassing 54 markets…
04 December 2023
- The report, which spotlights roads with highest accident rates at the coast, offers chilling trends, including, among others, statistics that show significantly more men die in road accidents.
04 December 2023
- The African Organisation for Standardisation and EABC have partnered to address challenges.
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 – Safaricom plans to increase the number of its home internet users through a new campaign. To achieve this, the telco will showcase available fixed internet solutions as well as value-added services. For example, it has…
04 December 2023
- The success of the private equity (PE) fund model is based mainly on the fund managers' ability to spot and acquire businesses that provide real solutions to felt society's needs and problems.
04 December 2023
- There are many saccos in Kenya. But not all Saccos are good for you. When investing, you need to find a Sacco that aligns with your financial needs and goals. Conduct thorough research on the Sacco to ensure you trust them with your savings.
04 December 2023
- DHAKA, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — Remittances from Bangladeshi people living and working overseas totaled nearly 9 billion U.S. dollars in the July-November period of the current fiscal year 2023-24 through next June, a central bank official said Monday.…
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 – Kenya Airways (KQ) CEO Allan Kilavuka has been re-elected to sit on the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Executive Committee. Kilavuka will be serving in the position for the second term until the 56th Annual General…
04 December 2023
- The yearly event which is meant to recognise the special creativity and ability of young marketers under the age of 35, was graced by top Chief Executives and Managing Directors of top companies in Kenya and from across the border - Uganda,…
04 December 2023
- Co-op Bank Awards point to the fact that the bank is doing not only doing things right but also doing the right things for its customers and the industry.
04 December 2023
- Following the loss of over 70,000 jobs over the last 12 months attributable to the Finance Act, 2023, MPs are now advocating for significant changes in the country’s tax system. Some of they recommendations include reversal of the 16% VAT on fuel,…
04 December 2023
- There is no doubt that technology has transformed all aspects of our personal and business lives. The financial sector is one such area that has drastically changed, as clients access financial solutions in new ways. For individuals, as well as…
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 – President William Ruto has embarked on a two-day visit to India with healthcare bilateral talks as well collaboration in the education sector being at the center stage. State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said that the…
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — Early in the morning, Kenya’s largest referral hospital, Kenyatta National Hospital, nestled on the northern edge of the capital, Nairobi, bustles with individuals seeking advanced medical care. This extensive health…
04 December 2023
- MANILA, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — Filipinos prefer to tie the knot in December, February, and April, according to the latest Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) data. In 2022, December was the most preferred month for marriage, with 55,599 registered…
04 December 2023
- MURANGA, Kenya, Dec 4 – Two members of the parliament from Mount Kenya region have raised concerns over delay in completion of Mau Mau link road. Kangema MP Peter Kihungi and his Juja counterpart George Koimburi on Sunday called upon the national…
04 December 2023
- Kenya has signed agreements for seven green projects, including geothermal generation plants, fertiliser production, and a renewable energy-powered data centre at the ongoing COP28 summit.
04 December 2023
- TOPLINE An uptick of mycoplasma pneumonia cases in children has caused outbreaks in Ohio, Massachusetts, China and Denmark, though officials say they aren’t connected or linked to a “new or novel” virus. KEY FACTS The illness is caused by a…
04 December 2023
- A United States of America (USA) rocket bound for the moon will take off early on December 24, 2023, with two other instantaneous launch opportunities set for Dec. 25 and 26 if the first window becomes unsuccessful. The United Launch Alliance (ULA…
04 December 2023
- The World Bank’s projection of Somalia’s economic growth in 2023 has been cut down from 3.6% to a revised 2.8%. This is due to several reasons. However, the World Bank placed a huge emphasis on Somalia's water system.
04 December 2023
- As part of the ‘Feels good to be Home' campaign, Safaricom Home Internet has unveiled revamped Family Share plans that combine home fibre with mobile voice, data and SMS in one package
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 4 – Listed superfood producer Kakuzi has won five avocado awards in this year’s Avocado Industry Excellence Awards. The awards included Avocado Person of the Year 2023, Large Scale Orchards, Large Scale Exporter, Growers Nursery…
04 December 2023
- Peter Gitonga will provide strategic leadership for Dimension Data's East Africa operations, overseeing a spectrum of technology-based managed services.
04 December 2023
- SEOUL, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) — South Korea’s automotive export growth was expected to slow down next year after rising in double digits this year, industry data showed on Monday. Local automakers were forecast to export 2.75 million vehicles in 2024, up…
04 December 2023
- NAIROBI, Dec. 2 (Xinhua) — Chinese automotive brand Changan has been launched in the Kenyan market and will be distributed by Inchcape Kenya, a motor dealer. Sylvia Agani, the regional sales manager of Changan Automotive, said at a briefing in…
04 December 2023
- Dollar holdings by Kenyan commercial banks have shot up by 78 percent to hit a record $6.32 billion (Sh966.4 billion).
04 December 2023
- Dollar holdings by Kenyan commercial banks have shot up by 78 percent to hit a record $6.32 billion (Sh966.4 billion).
04 December 2023
- Economist Ken Gichinga, who heads Mentoria Economics, says that Kibaki's playbook entailed easily availing of money to the private sector and thus powering the economy in an unprecedented way.
04 December 2023
- The digital ride-hailing platform could introduce the Bajaj Qute units in Kenya as early as next year.
04 December 2023
- A parliamentary committee has backed a Bill that will allow the taxation of more than four million Kenyans estimated to be trading in cryptocurrencies.
04 December 2023
- Unga Group has been the first to announce redundancies in the coming weeks on account of reduced sales.
04 December 2023
- It is also leading the industry in addressing the plastic menace.
04 December 2023
- They want government to set a cap on amount of personal income that can be taxed.
04 December 2023
- the company is planning to separate its African operations with the European market
04 December 2023
- Lands ministry is keen to increase charges for the different services.
04 December 2023
- Themed, "Connecting East African MSMEs to Enhance Intra EAC Trade," the exhibition will run from December 5 to 15, 2023 at the Cercle Hyppique Grounds in Bujumbura, Burundi.
04 December 2023
- Pamela Nduku Mutua, the embattled managing director of the State-owned KNTC did not need to have a crystal ball to see her fate.
04 December 2023
- There are two things that Mary Njoki holds in esteem above all, three that make her holy trifecta: I.) Thinking. II). God. III.) Rebellion.
04 December 2023
- The logistics and supply chain industry is going through an upgrade globally.
04 December 2023
- As the climate summit moves into full gear this week, energy transition will be front and centre of the conversations among various stakeholders.
04 December 2023
- Calls by African leaders for reforms in the global financial architecture got a rare boost late last week when the United Nations gave a go-ahead for the commencement of the process leading to...
