Nairobi, Kenya – Monday, 22nd July 2024 – Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) continued its celebrations for the Tujengane National Consumer Promotion in grand style at the Tusker Bar in Nairobi, as the Tujengane Winners’ Party took center stage. Following the success of similar events in Eldoret and Kisumu, the Nairobi […]
A recent Afrobarometer survey conducted by IDS, involving a nationally representative sample of 2,400 adult Kenyans, reveals significant opposition to proposed tax increases on petroleum products and a housing levy aimed at funding affordable housing. The survey, carried out in April-May 2024, has a margin of error of +/- 2% […]
The Aga Khan University (AKU) has achieved a remarkable ranking in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2024 Impact Rankings, placing in the top 5% of higher education institutions globally for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: ‘Good Health and Well-Being.’ AKU is ranked 55th out of 1,498 institutions worldwide. The University’s […]
Dr. Waqo Dulacha Ejersa has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), succeeding Dr. Andrew Mulwa, who served in an acting capacity since March 2023. Dr. Ejersa, a seasoned medical professional with over 25 years of experience in health policy and implementation, […]
Meet Shirley Mwangi, the innovative founder and CEO of Shirlee’s Essentials. During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, Shirley sought an alternative income stream that would not only support her financially but also cater to the nurturing needs of women who often sacrifice their downtime for others. Recognizing the […]
The Executive Director of Vital Voices for Africa (VVA), Mr. Caleb Ayong, has called on African governments and development partners to prioritize cervical cancer prevention and control. Speaking on 17 July 2024 during the #HerReasonForBeing virtual space hosted by Being Africa, Ayong highlighted the significant opportunity to eliminate cervical cancer […]
Safaricom has revealed the names of the five lucky winners in the second draw of the ongoing Shine Kenya Shinda Mamilii Kama Bingwa campaign. Each winner has been awarded KES 1 million, with an additional KES 250,000 from the Safaricom Foundation to support a community initiative of their choice. This […]
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has issued a critical safety statement following a spillage of sodium cyanide in Rironi, an incident that poses serious health and environmental risks. The accident occurred on July 20, 2024, involving a truck transporting custom-bonded goods, specifically sodium cyanide (NaCN), en route to Kampala, […]
By Daniella Nyakuraya, Safaricom Investment Co-operative Housing Unit Manager Since the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concept began to take shape, there have been numerous campaigns encouraging businesses globally to adopt more sustainable practices, pushing them to shift their focus from merely delivering products and services to ensuring sustainability. Although […]
Optiven Limited, a leading name in the real estate sector, has been awarded the title of “Most Trusted Land Selling Company in East and Central Africa” at the 3rd Annual Starbrands Awards 2024. This accolade highlights Optiven’s significant impact and dedication to transforming the real estate landscape in the region. The award […]