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Elidy Wangeci: There is nothing micro-about a Micronutrient Deficiency
According to the World Health Organisation, more than 2 billion people over the world are affected by micronutrient deficiencies, the bulk of that number is in developing countries. Micronutrients account for approximately 7% of the global disease burden, and they play a key role in the growth and development of the whole family. In Kenya, studies have shown that both…
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Kenyan Man Wins Sh3.4 Million After Playing Aviator Game on Odibets
Amos Kiprotich Keter is the latest millionaire in town after winning Sh3.4 million on Odibets. Amos played the Aviator game which is under Casino on Odibets before scooping the millions. One’s earnings on the Aviator game depend on the height you fly the plane, a game Amos seems to have mastered after watching the demo on Odibets. The height is…
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Naivasha man turns overnight millionaire after placing Sh45 bet on Odibets
A lucky man in Naivasha, Nakuru County is the latest millionaire in town after winning Sh1.6 million on Odibets. Martin Wafula, who works as a propagation manager in an NGO in Naivasha, placed two separate bets with Sh45 each. In the first bet, he placed Sh45 and won Ksh915,679.96 while in the second bet he placed a similar amount and…
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Arvind Bhandari: What kind of year are you preparing for?
In 2023, Nestlé celebrates 55 years of doing business in Kenya –. That’s five and a half decades of unlocking the power of food for families in the east and horn of Africa! At this time of the year, that 55-year mark is a significant touchpoint as we reflect on the year that was and look forward to the year…
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Lucy Kenyan Scoops Smart TV After Bidding with Sh5 Bob on Bids Safi
A lucky Kenyan walked away with a smart TV after bidding with Sh5 bob on Bids Safi. Grace, who could not hide her joy as she received the Hisense Smart TV A4 series 43, said that she didn’t believe when she first received the call from Bids Safi team. “I am so happy and I want to thank Bids Safi.…
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Single Kiasi S2 Premieres on Showmax on 19 January 2023
Showmax is starting the New Year with a bang as it unveils a first-look teaser and key art for the highly-anticipated second season of Kenyan drama series Single Kiasi. Single Kiasi season 2 will premiere on 16 January 2023, taking over the Thursday slot from the crime drama Pepeta which ends on 12 January after eight episodes. Directed by Insignia…
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KenGen adds additional 3000MW to fast track deployment of renewable energy
KenGen has announced a renewed plan to scale up the deployment of renewable energy in the country by adding an additional 3000MW. This new campaign will be driven largely by deploying up to 2000MW drawn from geothermal and hydro sources as baseload power to stabilize the country’s energy sources thereby diversifying away from expensive thermal sources. At the same time,…
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Viral Luhya Rapper Advises Kenyans how to Beat ‘Njanuary’
A Luhya man who has gone viral on social media for his rapping skills has caught the attention of one of the leading betting firms in the country Odibets. The man, popularly known as Akhasamba Lukale and raps in Luhya, ignited a debate with netizens hailing his rapping skills. Through its official Twitter account, Odibets on December 30, 2022, asked…
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How Sh20 Bob Can Win you TV, Nduthi or Cow on Bids Safi
Bids Safi: Place Sh20 Bob and Stand a Chance to Win TV, Nduthi or Cow How Sh20 Bob Can Win you TV, Nduthi or Cow on Bids Safi Would you want to bid for a product from as low as Sh20? Well, Bids Safi, a bidding platform is providing you the opportunity to buy items at low prices. Bids Safi…
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Nexgen Packaging establishes African headquarters in Nairobi
Nexgen Packaging, provider of trim and packaging solutions for retail and brands, announced the construction of its African headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Located in the Export Processing Zone in Athi River, this investment is committed to bring a comprehensive set of capabilities and product offerings to the African market with a significant focus on sustainable solutions. Kenya will serve as Nexgen’s primary production location for Africa and…
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ICANN launches initiative to advance Africa’s digital transformation
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), launched the Coalition for Digital Africa, an initiative aimed at expanding internet access in Africa. Conceived by ICANN, the Coalition is an alliance of like-minded organizations committed to building a robust and secure internet infrastructure to bring more Africans online. Home to the youngest population on the planet, 70 percent of whom…
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MossBets, new online gaming platform launches in Kenya
Are you a sports fan looking for a convenient and affordable way to bet on your favorite teams and players, worry no more because MossBets got you covered! With its low minimum bet, sign-up offers and bonuses, free bets, competitive odds, and user-friendly platform, MossBets offers punters with the perfect virtual sports betting option for anyone who loves sports betting…
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Shinda Mbuzi ya Krisi: 100 Mbuzis to be Won Daily on Odibets
Kenya’s leading betting firm Odibets has announced that it will be giving out 100 goats daily to lucky winners starting from December 20, 2022, to 2nd January 2023 in a competition dubbed ‘Shinda mbuzi ya Krisi’. Each Mbuzi will be worth Sh5,000 and will be rewarded to the lucky customers via M-pesa on their mobile phone numbers. To participate in the promo; …
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Huawei to absorb NYS graduates
Huawei Technologies has partnered with the Kenya government to roll out an affirmative program that will involve the firm employing 500 graduates from the National Youth Service (NYS) annually. Speaking during the official opening of the national job fair organized by Huawei and the Nation Media Group, Ababu Namwamba, the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Sports and Arts announced that…
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Old Mutual Targets Pension schemes with alternative investments
Old Mutual has rolled out its Alternative Investment vision targeting pension schemes seeking to diversify their investments and gain long-term returns. This is against the backdrop of an extensive engagement campaign through pension scheme training, and investment conferences showcasing the success stories of Alternative Investment. This is part of the firm’s new commitment to help its clientele unlock possibilities while adding…
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KCB Group Completes Acquisition of DRC-based Trust Merchant Bank
KCB Group has announced the completion of the acquisition of Trust Merchant Bank SA (TMB) after receiving all the regulatory approvals. The Group now owns 85% stake in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) based lender. KCB Group obtained the regulatory green light in Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo and the COMESA Competition Commission, setting the stage for the…
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KRA intercepts uncustomed ethanol worth Kshs. 10.9 Million
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) in collaboration with the multiagency team has intercepted a truck carrying 54 drums of uncustomed ethanol. The drums were carrying 250 litres each with an estimated market value of Kshs. 10,900,000. The ethanol had a tax implication of Kshs. 6,700,000. The consignment was intercepted along the Kacheliba-Makutano route in West Pokot County. The Multiagency team based…
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Evolution of the microfinance sector in Kenya: How Kenyan online businesses can thrive
According to a McKinsey report, African financial services are now undergoing a structural shift. About 10 percent of all transactions in Africa are digital and fintech revenues reached 4-6 billion USD in 2020, average fintech penetration level is from 3 to 5%, which is in line with global market leaders. Furthermore, Kenyan online business is facing abundant political and economic…
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New program to equip local teachers with laptops launched
Casa da Louisa (CDL) has launched a new programme to equip teachers in public schools across Kenya with a laptop. Known as The Walimu Co the project also seeks to provide internet, certified professional development and solar power for KES 1800 – 2500 per month. The CDL Group is partnering with global tech, regional banks and financiers (including RentCo &…
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President Ruto launches Hustler Fund to connect Kenyans with access to affordable credit
Kenya’s President Dr. William Ruto officially launched Ksh.50 billion Hustler Fund, a digital financial inclusion initiative designed to improve financial access to responsible finance for personal, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. The Hustler fund is a creation of the draft Public Finance Management (Financial Inclusion Fund) Regulations, 2022, thereby allowing its operationalization. The Hustler Fund provides access to responsible finance…
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