23 October 2023
- In today's interconnected world, where information travels at lightning speed and corporate actions are scrutinised more closely than ever.
23 October 2023
- A look at some of South Africa’s quintessential micro-businesses producing artisanal, farm-fresh food and drink that make them big on flavor – and success. Despite South Africa’s challenging economy, there is a thriving industry of micro-businesses…
23 October 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 23 – Inaugural East African Employability Summit and Uongozi Career Awards 2023will be held in Nairobi Kenya from November 22-23, 2023 at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA). Themed “Closing the Gap; A Decade of…
23 October 2023
- Banks were selling the greenback at up to Sh157 on Thursday as demand spiked. Weak local currency has increased the cost of living as Kenya is a net importer.
23 October 2023
- The circus started during President Uhuru's time. He let courts deal with the issue even as it was clear that government was keen to have Mumias Sugar roar back to life, under Sarrai's leadership
23 October 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 23 – Digital lending platform Tala has confirmed Annstella Mumbi as the new General Manager (GM). Prior to the new post, Mumbi served as the firm’s acting GM as well as Global Director of Growth. She now joins a list of women who…
23 October 2023
- HANOI, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) — Vietnam is expected to export 1.7 million tons of coffee, worth 4.2 billion U.S. dollars this year, a new high after setting the record at more than 4 billion dollars last year, Vietnam News reported Monday, citing the…
23 October 2023
- NAIROBI, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) — The Kenyan shilling plunged to a historic low of 150 against the U.S. dollar Monday, piling pressure on the country’s dwindling foreign exchange reserves and making imports expensive amid rising inflation. The Central…
23 October 2023
- Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with dreams of building your very own micro-business? We often celebrate the success stories of entrepreneurs and thriving businesses, but it's crucial to shed light on the challenges faced by micro businesses too.
23 October 2023
- OPPO, the world’s leading smart device brand, has announced the global availability of its Find N3 and Find N3 Flip foldable smartphones. Each delivers breakthrough experiences across imaging, design, and usability, empowering customers to expect…
23 October 2023
- The final jigsaw puzzles are falling into place at the luxurious, stylish Crystal Rivers Mall and Residences located on Mombasa Road.
23 October 2023
- Britam General Insurance has partnered with Haltons Pharmacy, GoodLife Pharmacy, Malibu Pharmacy, and MYDAWA Online Pharmacy to launch the Pharmacy First Program, a service that allows Britam medical insurance clients to access medical services at…
23 October 2023
- The African Development Bank Group, and the African Guarantee Fund, have made a strong case for the positive impact of increasing women’s financial inclusion on Nigeria’s economy, before an audience of senior Nigerian government and banking leaders…
23 October 2023
- On 19th October, Meta Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mark Zuckerberg unveiled a two-account feature for WhatsApp. In an announcement via his WhatsApp channel, Zuckerberg announced that users will be able to have two accounts on one phone in the new…
23 October 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 23 – Safaricom has hosted an industry-wide cyber security summit with a call on businesses, governments, and individuals to invest in technologies that protect sensitive information and critical systems from cyber threats. The…
23 October 2023
- In recent years, Africa’s interior decor industry has witnessed a remarkable surge in the demand for printed decor solutions, a trend that shows no signs of slowing down. With the African printing industry projected to reach a staggering value of US…
23 October 2023
- Mumbi is a business executive with a decade of experience in fintech, EdTech, and venture capital, having held multiple roles in strategy, growth, expansion, and overall business leadership in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa,…
23 October 2023
- NEW DELHI, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) — Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said India would resume issuing visas to Canadians if it saw progress in the safety of its diplomats. “Our diplomats (in Canada) are not safe. So, if we see…
23 October 2023
- SIAYA, Kenya, Oct 23 – Siaya Governor James Orengo has appealed to the national government to ensure they release all funds pertaining to functions already devolved in the Constitution. Orengo was particular with the health sector, which he said…
23 October 2023
- Employees will pay 2.75 per cent of their pay instead of the maximum Sh1,700. The new levy comes at a time when the cost of living is high.
23 October 2023
- If you’ve ever wanted to experience the privacy and luxury of a premium yacht, but also want the wide range of facilities that only a large cruise ship can offer, your dream is sure to come true this summer. MSC Cruises’ ship-within-a-ship concept,…
23 October 2023
- Kenya’s largest non-bank lender by market share, Tala, has named Annstella Mumbi, as its new General Manager for the Kenya Unit effective immediately, making her one of the small number of women leading large technology companies in Kenya. Before…
23 October 2023
- Diaspora remittances for September 2023 came in at USD 340.4m, a 7.05% y/y increase but a 3.96% m/m decline. This takes the cumulative diaspora remittance inflows for the first nine months of 2023 to USD 3.11bn compared to USD 2.99bn over the same…
23 October 2023
- This week, economic experts from Genghis Capital have issued a BUY recommendation on Standard Chartered Group. From their vantage point, they expect the firm to register record profitability levels. This coupled with the firm’s industry-leading…