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Epson Unveils New Scanning Solutions At GITEX 2023
Epson on Tuesday launched its new range of flexible scanning solutions to cater to the region’s growth industries, including healthcare, logistics, and financial services. The solutions were unveiled at GITEX 2023. Epson’s new desktop compact, space-saving scanning solutions have the smallest footprint scanner while in use. With commercial office space at a premium across the region and organisations prioritising lower…
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Beez FC Wins 13th Edition of KOT 5 Aside Tournament
Beez FC on Saturday, September 23, won the inaugural #KOT5Aside at Ngong road arena, Nairobi County. Beez FC beat Pollycraps FC in a tight final that drew a huge audience within Ngong road arena. The champions of this year’s #KOT5Aside will walk away with Sh100,000 courtesy of Odibets. The losing finalists Pollycraps FCwalked home with Sh60,000 while the third-placed team…
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Exploring OdiBets: A Game-Changer in Kenyan Sports Betting
Since launching in Kenya, the world of sports betting has experienced excellent transformations in favour of its ardent fans. OdiBets has not only captivated sports fans with its unique offerings but has also raised the bar by introducing unique features like free bets, an Android app, referral bonuses, fastest live betting, online casinos, Aviator, Omoka na EPL, among others In…
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[Nigeria] Off-grid solar provider d.light’s revenues surge by 41 percent
d.light, the provider of transformational household products and affordable finance for low-income households, grew its revenues by 41 percent during the first six months of 2023, the company has announced. The results derive in large part from growth of 143 percent in d.light’s business in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country and its largest economy. d.light’s three-digit growth in Nigeria has…
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South Africa to host Airbnb Africa Travel Summit this October
More than 200 policymakers, tourism experts, innovators and changemakers from across the continent are set to gather at the Airbnb Africa Travel Summit in Johannesburg on 24 October to explore, innovate and collaborate on building an inclusive and sustainable tourism industry across Africa. The Summit, hosted by Airbnb, is the second of its kind, and will take place at Victoria Yards…
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Safaricom Chapa Dimba: Twelve teams gear up for showdown at the county finals in Bungoma, Busia and Kakamega
Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament heads to Bungoma, Busia and Kakamega counties this weekend for the Western region county finals. Twelve teams from the three counties are expected to battle it out, with the winning teams joining Vihiga County qualifiers Madira Soccer Assassins and Ebwali Boys to play in the regional finals scheduled for the 26th and 27th of August at…
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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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Safaricom takes home the inaugural UNEP Environment Sustainability Award
Safaricom has been awarded for its climate action initiatives in the inaugural Environment Sustainability Awards by Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Program (ENEP). Safaricom was recognised for its innovative approaches in integrating and implementing climate change interventions in its business strategies, and its investments in digital and green solutions that contribute positively to…
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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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Glovo, Nairobi County launch a mass courier safety training program
Glovo is partnering with the Nairobi City Council to run a mass courier safety training in the city, tagged the Catalyst Project. The project was launched recently at an inaugural training session held on Tuesday, July 25th at Charter Hall, Nairobi, and marked a significant milestone in enhancing courier safety standards and professionalism within the city. Designed to instill professionalism…
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GOtv to air Premier League and La Liga Matches
GOtv will from next month air all Premier League and La Liga matches through its newly introduced GOtv Supa+ package.g According to Jacqueline Sagala, Head of Customer Experience & Care at MultiChoice Kenya, the GOtv Supa+ package has been curated to bring customers the latest sporting spectacles and a diverse range of content. With access to over 70 exceptional channels…
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Africa-focused pre-seed investment program Madica announces new leadership appointments
Madica, an Africa-focused investment program dedicated to pre-seed stage startups in Africa, has announced two new leadership appointments. The Flourish Ventures owned program has appointed Rose Odengo as Head of Communications and Community while Brenda Wangari is taking up a crucial role within Madica’s portfolio companies, fostering their growth and prosperity The new appointments strengthen Madica’s commitment to diversity, inclusivity,…
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Samsung’s Bespoke Top Mount Fridge Launched in Kenya
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Kaveve Kazoze Hitmaker ‘Ngesh’ Signs Lucrative Deal with Odibets
Barely two months after taking the Kenyan music industry by storm ‘Kaveve Kazoze’, hitmaker Ngesh wa Vasha has signed a lucrative deal with Kenya’s leading sports betting firm Odibets. Odibets made the announcement on Saturday, July 8 when unveiling the new campaign dubbed ‘Zoza na Odibets App Bonus.’ Ngesh wa Vash will be spearheading the new campaign ‘Kazoze na Odibets’…
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Air France-KLM Opens New Africa HQ in Nairobi
Air France-KLM has announced the official opening of its new Africa headquarters in Nairobi, as part of its strategic plan to bolster its network and enhance services in the region. The new region now consists of seven markets, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Djibouti, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, with the addition of South Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana as new…
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Odibets app goes live on Google Play Store
Odibets, one of the leading betting firms in Kenya, has launched its app on on Google Play Store. Betting fanatics will now have a better betting experience by installing the Odibets App which is an alternative to the betting firm’s website. The Odibets App will provide customers with different gaming experiences including aviator and casino games among others. …
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Epson Makes Additional Investment in Space Robotics Development Start-Up GITAI
Seiko Epson Corporation and its subsidiary Epson X Investment Corporation recently made an additional investment in GITAI Japan Inc., a start-up company that develops general-purpose space robots. The investment was made through their EP-GB Investment Limited Partnership. Originating in Japan, GITAI is a start-up that envisions providing safe and affordable labour in space. Their goal is to develop and sell…
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Kenya Power pilots smart poles for its home internet business
Kenya Power has been mooting the idea of providing fixed internet for some time now. As of last year, the plans were in the final stages and now it looks like the government-run enterprise is ready to kick the ball rolling. The company has commenced pilots to install special utility poles (Smart Poles) that will support this course. Kenya Power’s Managing Director &…
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Safaricom partners with the KEWI to deploy Smart Water System
Safaricom is partnering with the Kenya Water Institute (KEWI) to deploy Smart Water System at the institute’s Nairobi and Kitui campuses. The Smart Water System will be used to facilitate practical training as well as co-create and run a Smart Water Management curriculum for students at the institution. Safaricom says the partnership is in line with Sustainable Development Goal 6…
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