- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 26 – Ikigai College has tapped into Kenya’s booming construction industry to introduce high-quality interior design education to cater for demand in the sector. In October for instance, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reports that the value of approved non-residential…
- DAR ES SALAAM, Dec. 26 (Xinhua) — Tanzania made its inaugural shipment of 10 metric tons of honey to China on Wednesday, procured by the East Africa Commercial and Logistics Center (EACLC) Ltd, a Chinese company specializing in international trade. The honey, exported through Weihai Huatan Supply…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 25 – A group of lawyers has condemned the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) for re-advertising the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer position, terming the move unconstitutional. The lawyers argued that the decision undermines transparency and due process, raising concerns…
- DEC 25 – The final day of the Health 2.0 Conference Dubai 2024 spotlighted the growing influence of innovation in healthcare, under the theme “Physician as Innovator: Navigating the Modern Healthcare Business Frontier.” Among the distinguished speakers was Dr. Kibet Shikuku, Hemato-Patologist at…
- Dec 25 – India, the world’s second-most populous country with over 1.4 billion people, has undergone a remarkable transformation in its telecommunications sector. Over the past few decades, the country’s mobile network has grown to become one of the largest and most diverse globally, significantly…
- UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 25 (Xinhua) — The UN General Assembly on Tuesday adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, a landmark global treaty in bolstering international cooperation in the fight against such crimes. It has been the first international criminal justice treaty negotiated…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 25 – The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has reassured policyholders that Directline Assurance Company Limited is fully operational, licensed, and approved by the regulator, despite ongoing shareholder disputes. In a statement, IRA emphasized that all policies issued by…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 24 – Tatu City has announced a comprehensive set of traffic and road safety measures, cementing its position as a pioneer in innovative urban planning in Kenya. The initiatives aim to enhance safety and efficiency within the city, supporting its vision of creating a…
- MOSCOW, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — Two people were missing and 14 others rescued after a Russian cargo ship sank in the Mediterranean Sea, the Russian Foreign Ministry’s Crisis Management Center said Tuesday. The cargo ship Ursa Major, owned by Russian firm SK-YUG, sank after an explosion in the engine…
- NAIROBI, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — The Kenya shilling has gained ground against the U.S. dollar to trade at 129.29 ahead of the Christmas holiday season, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) said Monday. The local currency dropped to 130 units against the U.S. dollar in early December as it faced pressure from…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23 – Over 243,000 Kenyans have secured international job opportunities since September 2022, as part of the government’s efforts to expand labor mobility through the “Kazi Majuu” initiative. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura highlighted significant employment gains in key…
- HOUSTON, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — Over 250 million U.S. dollars have been generated since 2000 through wage garnishments from prisoners leased to private companies in Alabama, a southern U.S. state where the prison system is among “the most violent, overcrowded and unruly” in the United States, the AP…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23 – Global communications platform Infobip recorded an unprecedented 11.6 billion interactions during Cyber Week, a 41 percent increase from last year, emphasizing the growing adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS) and conversational experiences. Between November 29 and…
- LONDON, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — Donald Trump’s transition team is pushing to pull the United States out of the World Health Organization (WHO) on the first day of the new administration, according to experts who warn of the “catastrophic” impact it would have on global health, the Financial Times (FT)…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23 – The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has announced a series of public engagement forums to gather stakeholder input on the introduction of the genetically modified (GM) Bt maize variety. These sessions, set for next week in Kakamega, Uasin Gishu, Trans Nzoia, and Machakos…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23 — As Kenya advances toward its goal of achieving universal access to clean cooking by 2030, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) adoption is steadily growing, offering safer and more efficient cooking solutions. Over 9.1 million Kenyans still rely on traditional cooking fuels, which…
- DEC 23 – Secret Santa, stockings and presents under the tree – gift-giving is at the heart of Christmas Day. But should it be? This year more people have been exploring underconsumption – the trend where shopping hauls and miracle must-buys are replaced with reusing beloved possessions and…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23 – Kenya has recorded 2.5 million tourist arrivals in 2024, up from 1.9 million last year, with the government targeting 7 million visitors by 2027, President William Ruto has announced. The growth in arrivals has been attributed to government strategies aimed at boosting…
- SACRAMENTO, United States, Dec. 22 (Xinhua) — Egg prices across the United States have surged to their highest levels of the year, driven by widespread bird flu outbreaks and increased demand during the holiday season. National wholesale prices for large eggs reached 4.07 U.S. dollars per dozen on…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 22 – Zephiir, a global vehicle-sharing marketplace, has unveiled its peer-to-peer vehicle-sharing platform in Africa, with plans to expand to India. The platform aims to empower transport businesses by offering advanced marketing tools to increase visibility, revenue, and…
- Dec 22 – India is on the cusp of an economic transformation that will redefine its position on the global stage. Through groundbreaking reforms, strategic initiatives, and large-scale projects, the country is set to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027 and achieve a GDP of USD 7…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 22 – Bolt has urged drivers and passengers to avoid offline trips during the festive season to ensure their safety, emphasizing the importance of using the Bolt app’s in-built safety features. Hazel May Omune, Safety Manager for Bolt Africa, highlighted features like trip…
- DEC 22 – Alphabet’s Google proposed new limits to revenue-sharing agreements with companies including Apple which make Google’s search engine the default on their devices and browsers. The suggestions stem from the US search giant’s ongoing antitrust battle over its online search business. In…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 21 – Ukwala Supermarket, which has been under liquidation for six years, is set to file for closure of the process, liquidator Peter Kahi confirmed on Thursday after the retailer held a final creditors’ meeting. The retailer filed for liquidation in 2018 over debts exceeding…
- WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) — The U.S. Senate passed a government funding bill early Saturday that would head to U.S. President Joe Biden’s desk for his signature, averting a government shutdown. The bill, passed 85-11 right after the deadline, would temporarily fund federal operations and…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 21 – Global cement giant Holcim has sold its entire 58.6% stake in Bamburi Cement Limited to Tanzania’s Amsons Group for $100 million, citing alignment with its core market strategy. The acquisition, approved by 96.54% of Bamburi shareholders, marks Amsons Group’s formal entry…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 21 – KenGen is set to increase the capacity of the Gogo Hydropower Plant from 2 megawatts (MW) to 8.6MW, significantly enhancing power reliability in Western Kenya. The €38.8 million project, slated to begin mid-2025, will produce 32GWh annually, supporting sustainable energy…
- DEC 21 – In 1915, 29-year-old Indian entrepreneur Jhamandas Watumull arrived in Hawaii’s Honolulu island to set up a retail shop of his import business with his partner Dharamdas. The two registered Watumull & Dharamdas as a business on Honolulu’s Hotel Street, selling exotic goods like silks,…
- ISTANBUL, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) — Turkish Airlines, Türkiye’s flag carrier, has been awarded the Guinness World Record (GWR) for “flying to the most countries” in the world. From September 2023 to September 2024, the airline operated flights to 120 countries, earning the title for the most countries…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 21 – The High Court has issued conservatory orders stopping the construction of a recreational facility, an ablution block, and the dualling of Kiambu Road affecting Karura Forest, pending a hearing set for February 3, 2025. Justice Ann Omollo of the Environmental and Land Court…
- 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 £11.2bn last month, £3.4bn lower than the same…
- 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 with a 96.54 percent. “This acquisition aligns with…
- 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 state stole $1.3bn of digital currencies – more…
- 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 feedstock for biodiesel production, showcasing the…
- 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. In a statement issued on Thursday, KUB Executive…
- 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 resulted from corruption – and despite laws that…
- 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 Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle, with strike action set…
- 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 shareholders. “The outcome of the Rights Issue has…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 20 – In a stride towards addressing Kenya’s growing mental health challenges, the Shamiri Institute, a youth-led organization that provides mental health interventions, has developed an AI-powered digital platform—ShamiriOS—that aims to reinforce mental health interventions in…
- BRUSSELS, Dec. 20 (Xinhua) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday urged the European Union (EU) to quickly reach a deal with China on the tariff dispute over electric vehicles (EVs). “It makes no sense to have conflicts about this. Therefore, I appeal to everyone to bring these negotiations to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – President William Ruto has replaced Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Board Chair Anthony Mwaura with former Laikipia Governor Ndiritu Muriithi in a reshuffle aimed at enhancing service delivery. Mwaura, who faced legal challenges during his tenure, has been reassigned to head…
- LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19 (Xinhua) — United Amazon workers from many warehouses in the United States have announced a strike beginning Thursday after they failed to reach an agreement on labor negotiations with the online retail giant. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union representing…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 19 – Former Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has made a significant return to government after being nominated by President William Ruto to head the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development. The announcement was made on Thursday as part of a sweeping Cabinet…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger service between Nairobi and Mombasa is fully booked until December 24, 2024, as Kenyans travel home and for tourism during the Christmas festivities. The SGR typically experiences high booking volumes during holidays due to its…
- DEC 19 – The possibility of a US government shutdown has grown more likely after President-elect Donald Trump called on Republican lawmakers to reject a bipartisan funding bill. Trump urged Congress to scrap the deal and pass a streamlined bill. His intervention followed heavy criticism of the bill…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has granted unconditional approval for Kenafric Manufacturing Limited to acquire Economic Industries Limited (EIL). The approval, based on an assessment of competition and public interest, revealed minimal risks to the stationery…
- By Leonard Agufa DEC 19 – Digital piracy represents a significant and growing global challenge, with projections indicating that this illicit industry could reach a market value of $125 billion by 2028. Notably, movies and television shows account for approximately 92% of the demand for pirated…
- CAIRO, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — The Egyptian cabinet granted Wednesday a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based renewable energy company the “Golden License” to build an 850-million-U.S. dollar photovoltaic (PV) power generation project in Upper Egypt’s province of Aswan. The project, to be built by Abydos for…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 – Uber has announced the introduction of ‘Uber Van’ in Nairobi, which will allow drivers to carry a large group of passengers at a go. In a statement, the ride-hailing platform said that the new solution will boost drivers earnings besides providing passengers with enhanced…
- DEC 19 – El Salvador has struck a $1.4bn (£1.1bn) loan deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after agreeing to scale back its controversial bitcoin policies. The global lender said risks related to the adoption of the world’s largest cryptocurrency had eased now that businesses will be…
