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01 December 2024 - DEC 1 – Jubilee Health Insurance (JHI) has been named the Winner of the Brand Communication Campaign of the Year Award at the prestigious MSK Awards, recognizing the company’s innovative and impactful Always With You campaign. The Marketing Society…

01 December 2024 - ADDIS ABABA, Nov. 30 (Xinhua) — Ethiopia’s national flag carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, announced on Saturday the resumption of passenger flights to Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, effective Nov. 30. The inaugural flight was celebrated in the…

01 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 30 – Dealroom.co, GrowthAfrica, and Systemic Innovation have launched the Kenya Startup Ecosystem Platform, an open-access digital hub aimed at enhancing visibility and data-sharing within Kenya’s startup ecosystem. The platform…

01 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 29 – The uptake of microinsurance in Kenya has surged by 72% over recent years, driven by demand for affordable and accessible coverage, according to a new report by the Association of Kenya Insurers (AKI). Popular products…

01 December 2024 - The CAK’s position dealt a blow to local internet service providers which had reported Starlink to the competition watchdog and CA.

01 December 2024 - New infrastructure bonds —to which the tax will apply— are expected to be issued to redeem the existing securities.

01 December 2024 - Weighted overall average lending rate eased slightly to 16.87pc from 16.9pc in September.

30 November 2024 - DHAKA, Nov. 30 (Xinhua) — Internet services across Bangladesh will be disrupted temporarily for three hours on the night of Dec. 2 due to maintenance of the country’s first submarine cable. SEA-ME-WE 4, the country’s first submarine cable system,…

30 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 30 – Tech firm Zoho has entered into a strategic partnership with the Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC), the registry managing Kenya’s .ke domains, to offer enhanced value to local businesses. Under the agreement, Zoho…

30 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 30 – Safaricom has unveiled its enhanced 5G for Business service, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with faster, more reliable connectivity at affordable rates. The upgraded service delivers speeds up to five…

30 November 2024 - Arms proliferation in Africa presents a significant and persistent threat to the continent's stability, security, and development. The situation becomes more chaotic when gun ownership by civilians skyrockets at an alarming rate.

30 November 2024 - Commercial banks on course to maintain a growth trajectory in profitability.

30 November 2024 - NOV 30 – Schneider Electric has unveiled the Africa Explorer Programme, a cross-continent initiative aimed at developing early-career African professionals through international exposure, skills training, and leadership opportunities. The programme…

30 November 2024 - A fairly recent discovery in Kenya has bolstered the theory that different species of humans interacted with each other millions of years ago.

30 November 2024 - Uber seeks to minimise new driver entry into the platform and boost quality of service

30 November 2024 - In at least 21 counties, the annual economic boom that farmers eagerly anticipate has lost its sparkle.

30 November 2024 - SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 29 (Xinhua) — The Thanksgiving Day on Thursday generated 33.6 billion U.S. dollars in sales online globally, an increase of 6 percent from a year ago, Salesforce said Friday, adding the U.S. market alone went up 8 percent to 8.1…

30 November 2024 - KISUMU, Kenya, Nov 30 – Carrefour Supermarket will close its store at Mega Plaza along Oginga Odinga Street by November 30, 2024, rendering hundreds of employees jobless and impacting local suppliers. In a notice dated November 27, Majid Al Futtaim…

30 November 2024 - Examine your overall expenditure against your income to identify areas where you can cut costs.

30 November 2024 - As you earn income, reinvest part of it in Money Market Funds or additional Treasury bonds to grow your wealth.

30 November 2024 - It took the judges three painstaking sessions to sift through the 938 entries

30 November 2024 - Susan Omondi has a flex.

29 November 2024 - The South African government has ordered the closure of approximately 1,000 spaza shops and supermarkets in response to a recent food poisoning crisis in the country.

29 November 2024 - You’re working in a large corporation, and you’ve been given two choices. Choice one guarantees a profit of $1 million in the next 12 months. It’s safe, predictable, and secure. Choice two, however, gives you the opportunity to make $1 billion. But…

29 November 2024 - With sensors, smart devices, intelligent equipment and data-driven analytics, next generation technologies and virtual training programs are bringing personalized fitness into the lounge, offering elite athletes and home users the same access to…

29 November 2024 - Bitcoin ownership, though a contentious issue in several countries, has firmly established itself as a significant investment asset.

29 November 2024 - In African countries, where health concerns are frequently exacerbated by economic challenges, the repercussions of inadequate healthcare can be disastrous, hurting all aspects of national development.

29 November 2024 - Businessman denied eight counts, including a conspiracy to commit a felony.

29 November 2024 - In African countries with significant security concerns, an air force with insufficient aircraft and supplies can have detrimental consequences.

29 November 2024 - The performance shows that banks are on track to maintain a growth trajectory in profitability, defying a tough year.

29 November 2024 - Africa is celebrated for its wealth of natural resources, yet their utilization remains a challenge, as many nations struggle to establish refineries capable of supporting end-product production and supply.

29 November 2024 - The General Council of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has unanimously approved the reappointment of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General for a second four-year term.

29 November 2024 - Senegal's new president, Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, has expressed concern over the presence of the French military in his nation, calling it counterproductive.

29 November 2024 - The changes only seek to protect foreign companies at the expense of Kenyan workers, petitioners say.

29 November 2024 - NOV 29 – Forex trading offers the potential for significant profits, but in order to maximize those profits, traders need sound strategies. Here are some of the top forex trading strategies that can help traders make the most of their trading. Use…

29 November 2024 - Regarding the gross domestic product (GDP), the Nigerian economy has outperformed itself by a noticeable margin.

29 November 2024 - Regarding the gross domestic product (GDP), the Nigerian economy has outperformed itself by a noticeable margin.

29 November 2024 - BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Nov. 29 (Xinhua) — Thirty-eight families affected by recent fires, house collapses, and strong wind incidents have received financial assistance from the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation of Brunei, local media reported…

29 November 2024 - ELDORET, Kenya, Nov 29 – Eldohub is set to launch the first-ever Eldoret City Investors Forum, positioning Eldoret as a premier destination for investment and innovation. The event, organized in partnership with the UK Kenya Tech Hub and the…

29 November 2024 - As the public participation window for Kenyans to share their views on the tax laws and the Tax Procedures Act closes, the Kenya Association of Air Operators has urged the government to align tax policies with international recommendations, such as…

29 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 29- Kenya is set to host the inaugural Tech Run event that aims to unlock tech innovations across the country. The event organized by Eldohub, an education, innovation and tech organization in partnership with UK Kenya Tech Hub…

29 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 29 – The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) has marked five decades of research and collaborative partnerships with focus on bolstering its stance on sustainability. ILRI says its operations continues to have far…

29 November 2024 - Topline A ban on social media for children under 16—which drew criticism from social media companies and leaders—passed the Australian senate on Thursday, poising it to become the world’s first law designed to keep young children off of social…

29 November 2024 - The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has stated it will not investigate claims that Starlink is using lower prices to unfairly attract customers from local internet service providers (ISPs). According to CAK, Starlink, a new entrant in the…

29 November 2024 - I never saw it coming. Landing my first job at a financial institution was like stepping into a dream. Fresh out of a public university in Nairobi, I felt like I’d finally arrived. And to top it off, my new employer had a sweet perk: low-interest…

29 November 2024 - Migration in Africa is closely tied to the quest for stability and progress, with residence permits often serving as key milestones for migrants seeking new beginnings

29 November 2024 - The ban for under-16 was roundly attacked by social media companies which complained it gave them full responsibility.

29 November 2024 - NOV 29 – SunCulture in partnership with Turaco Microinsurance Company has launched ‘SunCulture Protect’ to build smallholder farmers’ resilience against climate change with affordable insurance In a press statement dated November 29, 2024,…

29 November 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 29 – The Nyeri Environment & Lands Court has issued conservatory orders regarding Petition E 001 of 2024 that aims to shield the Aberdare ecosystem from developments that could harm its environment and local communities. The…

29 November 2024 - Offshore hackers have stolen 62 billion Ugandan shillings ($16.8 million) from Uganda's central bank.