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TECHNOLOGY

RCS Messaging Traffic In East Africa Set To Hit Massive Growth By 2029 – Infobip Report

Rich Communication Services (RCS) is poised to revolutionise messaging across Africa, with key markets such as Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda expected to witness...

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi speaking at the Lamu, Tana River, Garissa, Wajir and Mandera County Investment Conference in Lamu earlier in the year.
NEWS

Northern Kenya Impact Investment Conference Scheduled For Next Week

The third Northern Kenya Impact Investment Conference is scheduled to take place on October 29 and 30, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya. This event...

L-R Deputy Governor Machakos County,H.E Hon Francis Mwangangi and Public Health and Proffesional Standards ,PS Mary Muthoni (R) getting their hands washed by Joan Kimani during the Global handwashing day event
HEALTH

Dettol Partners With Govt To Promote Hand Hygiene On Global Handwashing Day

Dettol, a leading provider of hygiene and disinfection solutions, has partnered with the Ministry of Health to promote hand hygiene as Kenya marked...

How to Apply for a University in USA From Kenya
FEATURED STORY

How to Apply for a University in USA From Kenya

Do you need information on how to study in the USA from Kenya? Keep reading to learn all about the application process, visa...

Ruto: Public Private Partnerships Is the Way to Go!
ECONOMYNEWS

Ruto: Public Private Partnerships Is the Way to Go!

President William Ruto is calling on Kenyans to acknowledge the value of public-private partnerships (PPPs) as an alternative project delivery system amid the...

Big 5 Construct Kenya 2024
REAL ESTATE

Navigating Kenya’s Construction Landscape: Insights and Innovations at Big 5 Construct Kenya 2024

As Kenya strides toward becoming a global player in the construction industry, the forthcoming Big 5 Construct Kenya event from 6th-8th November, at...

LinkedIn Fined €310 Million for Violating European Data Privacy Rules
NEWSTECHNOLOGY

LinkedIn Fined €310 Million for Violating European Data Privacy Rules

LinkedIn on Tuesday was fined a record 310 million euros ($336 million) and ordered to stop processing third-party data of its members for...

UOE to Issue Honorary Degree to 3X Olympic Champion Faith Kipyegon
NEWSSPORTS

UOE to Issue Honorary Degree to 3X Olympic Champion Faith Kipyegon

During its 13th graduation ceremony on November 21, 2024, the University of Eldoret (UOE) will celebrate Faith Kipyegon, among other distinguished individuals and...

Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa salary
BUSINESS

Safaricom Employed 1.2 Million People in Just One Year

Safaricom contributed Ksh983 billion to the Kenyan economy and sustained 1,283,329 jobs in the last financial year, according to the mobile services operator’s...

CIO of the Year 2023
TECHNOLOGY

Absa, KenGen and Safaricom Among Top Organisations on CIO100 Shortlist

At least 150 top organisations have been shortlisted for the upcoming CIO100 Awards and Symposium.

Tony O. Elumelu
OPINION

Tony Elumelu: Why Youth Entrepreneurs Are Key To Tackling Climate Change in Africa

By Tony O. Elumelu I am a proud Nigerian and a proud African. I am also a philanthropist and entrepreneur—and I have seen...

Dr. Musa Misiani Chief Operations Officer, Jubilee Health Insurance
OPINION

Rallying Together For Breast Cancer Awareness

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, offering support, and championing the fight against a disease that affects...

Mukuru Kwa Reuben Fire Destroys Over 40 Homes
NEWS

Mukuru Kwa Reuben Fire Destroys Over 40 Homes

A raging mid-morning fire at Mukuru kwa Reuben slums sent large plumes of smoke billowing across the urban ghetto of Nairobi on Tuesday...

L-R L'Oréal President Sub-Saharan Africa Burkhard Pieroth, General Manager, Professional Products Division, Sub Saharan Africa Yara Mansour and Founder Lintons Beauty Dr Joyce Gikunda
NEWS

L’Oréal and Lintons Unveil Groundbreaking Hair Academy in Nairobi

L’Oréal in partnership with renowned Kenyan beauty brand Lintons, has announced the grand opening of the Lintons Hair Academy by L’Oréal in Nairobi....

Fourfold Increase in the Number of Asylum Seekers in Kenya, Figures Show
NEWS

Fourfold Increase in the Number of Asylum Seekers in Kenya, Figures Show

The number of asylum seekers living in Kenya rose fourfold over the last five years, fueled largely by recent arrivals from neighbouring countries...