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LG Hands Over Completed Projects to 2024 LG Ambassador Challenge Winners
LG Electronics (LG) has today handed over completed projects to the two community groups – in Kajiado and Nairobi – that won the 2024 LG Ambassador Challenge, an annual contest that seeks to recognize the impact of social enterprises in their communities. Each of the projects was awarded KSh1 million to finance key investments for increasing their impact. In Kajiado County various equipment, including solar systems and computers,…
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Marion Serenge Wins LG/SJAK Sports Personality of the Month Award
Trailblazing youngster Marion Serenge was named the LG/SJAK Sports Personality of the Month (SPOM) for June 2024. Marion was recognized for her impeccable performance at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Her efforts in the decisive two-leg match against Burundi propelled the Junior Starlets to history as the first Kenyan national football team to qualify for a World Cup,…
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LG Team Plants 300 Indigenous Trees in Nairobi’s Karura Forest
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa has today planted 300 trees in the Karura Forest Reserve as part of its World Environment Day activities. The activity, part of LG’s annual environmental protection and sustainability plans, was held under the theme ‘Optimism Your Environment’ drawing from the ongoing LG campaign ‘Optimism Your Feed’ which has the company collaborating with influencers to populate social media timelines with positive and…
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Cooking Made Effortless: A Look into the Innovative LG SolarDOM Oven
In the world of modern culinary convenience, innovation has paved the way for appliances that not only streamline cooking processes but also enhance the overall cooking experience. One such breakthrough is the LG SolarDOM Oven, a stunning kitchen companion that marries cutting-edge technology with a practical design, promising culinary delights like never before. This article takes a closer look at the…
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LG Records 24 Per Cent Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions
LG Electronics (LG) has recorded a 24 per cent reduction in its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from 114.7 million tons of GHG to 92.7 million tons in line with its pledge to achieve net-zero (direct and indirect) by 2030. According to its recently released 2022-2023 Sustainability Report, LG Electronics also recorded a renewable energy conversion rate of 8.2 per…
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Laikipia Residents Benefit from LG And Habitat’s for Humanity Social Impact Project
LG Electronics, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK), has successfully handed over complete infrastructure facilities focused on learning and safety, as well as water, sanitation, and hygiene to support more than 260 individuals residing in Seger Ward, Nanyuki, located in Laikipia County. The facilities, which include a classroom, toilet blocks, water tanks, and renovated houses were constructed in the…
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Meet the LG Ceiling Fan, Biochemically Designed to Fit Your Relaxation and Health Needs
They say water is life but air is life too. The air we breathe has everything to do with our health. It determines our body temperatures, how our body loses water and the general atmospheric feel around ourselves and living rooms. Given that home is where all the stories begin and where our hearts are, it should be a place…
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LG Targets Kenyan households With New Dryers and Dishwashers
LG Electronics has unveiled a new set of dryers and dishwashers in Kenya as it seeks to revolutionize how Kenyan households manage their laundry and dishwashing needs. The products include the LG Heat Pump Dryer as well as the LG QuadWash which will be available for purchase starting today. LG says the appliances known for their exceptional performance, energy efficiency, and…
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LG eyes growing on-demand laundry market with smart shops
Consumer appliances manufacturer LG Electronics is moving to tap into the fast-growing on-demand laundry market in East Africa with a new concept targeting clientele looking for superior home washing services. LG has partnered with vendors and local entrepreneurs to roll out stores in strategic locations that are equipped with state-of-the-art washing machines, and offering differentiated laundry solutions to an increasingly…
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LG Commits to Most Aggressive Target for Reducing GHG Emissions
LG Electronics (LG) today announced its commitment to set targets to follow science-based targets with the goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in the use phase of major LG products by 2030. This makes LG the first Korean company to participate in the net zero global campaign, Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The campaign, led by the Science Based Targets…
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LG to open 20 new stores in East Africa expansion plan
LG Electronics is expanding its market footprint in East Africa by opening new stores in four countries in response to growing demand for home appliances, entertainment and air conditioning solutions. LG Electronics East Africa now says it will refurbish 20 shops and launch additional ones, in Tanzania, Ethiopia, Sudan and Kenya, targeting an increasingly tech-savvy, environmentally-conscious consumer seeking premium products…
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World Half Marathon Record Holder Chepng’etich Named LG Sports Personality Of April
Reigning world marathon champion Ruth Chepng’etich is the LG /SJAK Sports Personality of the Month for April. The win follows her superb performance in the Kolay Istanbul Half Marathon, where she posted a new world record of 1:04:02 hours to beat Ethiopia’s Yalemzerf Yehualaw to second place. The 26-year-old beat the previous record, set 14 months ago by Ababel Yeshaneh,…
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Easier to recycle LG products great for ecosystem sustainability
Imagine a world where we could recycle and reuse all the products we consume. The world would be a far cleaner, healthier and safer place to live. Today, the world is facing a garbage crisis, with more waste being generated than ever before. Environmental experts estimate 1.3. billion tonnes of solid waste is generated globally each year and this expected…
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LG partners with celebrity chef, Ali Mandhryf to launch virtual restaurant and competition
LG has partnered with celebrity chef, Ali Mandhry to launch a virtual restaurant and competition for food enthusiasts in Kenya. Food enthusiasts can now showcase their culinary prowess in the digital campaign to show how life can be enhanced through the power of technology and social interaction. The campaign dubbed “LG’s the Spot” is about making cooking and creativity in…
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Going to the gym or cafe? LG’s wearable air purifier is cool
Physical exercise is one of the best ways to keep healthy and fit. But health restrictions due to Covid-19 have not only limited social interactions but also physical activities that are an essential part of daily life. Being active including regular is crucial to a healthy lifestyle. With the pandemic, going about normal errands and leisure activities like shopping and…
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LG Electronics launches its second virtual showroom in Nanyuki Town
LG Electronics has today launched its second e-Showroom in the Kenyan market located at the Cedar Mall in Nanyuki Town. LG Electronics East Africa Managing Director Mr. Sa Nyoung Kim said that LG is always releasing new products and advanced technologies in the market thus the need to ensure all the consumers have quick access to the products through the…
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Vulgar is no way to remain politically relevant
I understand the need to remain relevant and vocal in politics, but if by insulting others is how you do it, you are a fool.
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WildlifeDirect hosts Team Sayari Nature Positive Kids watch party
WildlifeDirect, a high-impact Kenyan-based organization focused on wildlife conservation, in partnership with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), hosted Team Sayari Watch Party on August 9, 2024. The event, held at Nairobi National Park marked two years of the groundbreaking National Geographic’s Team Sayari and the Nature Positive Kids Outreach Program, which has empowered young conservationists across East Africa. The watch party…
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Kenyan woman wins KSh 8.3 million Prize for Engineering Innovation award
Esther Kimani has been named winner of Africa’s biggest engineering prize, the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Her early crop pest and disease detection device was selected as the winning innovation for its ability to swiftly detect and identify agricultural pests and diseases, reducing crop losses for smallholder farmers by up to 30% while increasing yields…
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Spotify Celebrates Amapiano’s First Decade
In 2023, South African dance genre Amapiano, hit over 1.4 billion streams on Spotify. The genre’s influence on the music culture in South Africa, and beyond has seen the world grip in an Amapiano frenzy from dance challenges to inspired collaborations and fusions. In Kenya, Amapiano listenership increased by 74% between 2023 and 2024. This critical influence has led to…
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