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MIGA further supports Kenya roads modernization with new investment
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency of the World Bank Group (MIGA) has guaranteed an equity investment by an additional investor to help upgrade Kenya’s national roads network. MIGA’s guarantees now cover $37.5 million in equity investments from a company acquired by the new investor, AIIF4 Seed Partnership GP, a fund managed by African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM), which will own…
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KCB commits KES 130M to support country’s drought response initiative
KCB Bank Kenya has committed KShs.130 million to support the country’s drought response initiative, providing food and essentials to thousands of households. The support will go towards augmenting government efforts in cushioning households hard hit by the ravaging drought and who now require an urgent supply of foodstuff and water. The funds will be channeled through the Kenya Bankers Association-led…
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Afreximbank outlines $3billion Country Programme for Kenya
Kenya is set to benefit from a US$3 billion Country Programme from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This was announced during a meeting between Kenya’s President, His Excellency Dr. William Ruto, and Professor Benedict Okey Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank. During the meeting held at State House Nairobi, Prof. Oramah said the Bank was…
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[Incentro-Google Webinar] Discover how financial institutions are exploiting the performance and cost benefits of Google Cloud in Africa
When: Wednesday, 30 November 2022 Time: 10.00 – 11.00 (GMT+3) Location: Online Financial institutions are utilising Google Cloud for security, speed, reliability and scalability. This webinar is aimed at CTOs, CIOs, IT Managers & IT admins in the financial industry that are in need of scaling up their infrastructure through application mordernization. We will discuss on how GKE, Apigee API, Anthos, and Cloud Run allow Financial Institutions to modernize…
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Equity appoints Samuel Kirubi as new Group Chief Operating Officer
Equity Group has appointed Samuel Kirubi as the Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO). Kirubi moves from the position of Managing Director, Equity Bank Uganda to head the Group operations from the Equity’s head office in Nairobi, Kenya. Samuel holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Moi University and a BA in Economics and Statistics from Egerton University. He is…
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Beko joins forces with Water.org to provide 10,000 Kenyans with access to safe water
Beko, a home appliances brand in Europe, announced a new partnership with Water.org to support a community programme that will empower 10,000 Kenyans in need with access safe water and sanitation solutions. According to Water.org, 15 percent of Kenyans rely on unimproved water sources, such as ponds, shallow wells and rivers, while 41% of Kenyans lack basic sanitation – facilities. These…
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Visa installs 5,300 contactless-enabled payment terminals at FIFA World Cup Qatar
Payments technology company Visa has installed More than 5,300 contactless-enabled payment terminals at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. The move, the firm which is the Official Payment Technology Partner of FIFA will enable contactless purchases throughout all official venues, including eight stadiums and the FIFA Fan Festival. Visa says it will also try new payment innovations to give fans…
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Xiaomi Kenya Black Friday Deals To Look Out For
Xiaomi has launched its Black Friday campaign running across all Xiaomi Stores, and partner retail stores in Kenya. The company has some enticing deals for both smartphones and accessories that customers will be able to take advantage of during the Black Friday 2022 sale. The campaign will run from 1st November to 30th November. “We recognize Kenya’s appetite for hi-tech…
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Coca-Cola Kenya flags off four winners to attend FIFA World Cup 2022
Coca-Cola Kenya has today flagged off four winners flying to Qatar to attend and experience the live matches during the FIFA World Cup 2022. Coca-Cola has been a FIFA partner since 1974 and an official World Cup sponsor since 1978. This year’s World Cup is the first tournament since the pandemic and has excited fans from all over the world…
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[OPINION] Reimagine governance of the commons: Women & communities as restoration leaders
Africa is one of the world’s last frontiers of biodiversity – housing roughly one fifth of the planet’s known species of mammals, birds, and plants. An abundance of life flourishes in diverse ecosystems across the continent. The Congo Basin – the world’s second largest tropical rainforest and the lungs of Africa – is found in Central Africa. It covers roughly…
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IBM announces five members selected for its Sustainability Accelerator programme
IBM has announced five global non-profits as new members of the Sustainability Accelerator programme. The programme is a global pro bono social impact program which seeks to help marginalized communities to get just and equitable access to sustainable energy resources. The IBM Sustainability Accelerator is a pro bono global environmental program that applies IBM technologies, like artificial intelligence and hybrid cloud, and an ecosystem of experts to…
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Epson is ending global sales of laser printers in favour of inkjet printing
Epson has announced that it’s ending sales of laser printers citing the technology’s limited ability to make meaningful sustainability advances. The technology company announced on Thursday that Epson it’s now committed fully to inkjet printing, launching a new range of 40-60ppm business models to close the range gap and deliver a total suite of sustainable Heat-Free business inkjet MFPs Explaining…
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Awinja Brings Rongai to Standstill After Man Wins Ticket to Qatar on Odibets
Ogoti is one of the lucky Kenyans that will enjoy the experience in the Qatar courtesy of betting firm Odibets. The Ongata Rongai resident is one of the winners of the ‘Twende Qatar na Odibets’ promotion that has given a number of Kenyans an opportunity to travel to Qatar. Ogoti got arguably one of his lifetime surprises after comedian Jacky…
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Odibets Gifts Lucky Radio Presenter with Ticket to Qatar
Barely two months after Odibets launched a promo to take their loyal fans to Qatar, the betting firm has started rewarding the winners. One lucky winner is Radio Maisha journalist Ali Hassan who is among the lucky winners after winning a trip to Qatar. Sports commentator Fred Arocho stormed the Standard offices along Mombasa road to gift the renowned journalist…
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LIXIL’s SATO brand and UNICEF expand partnership to deliver affordable sanitation and hygiene solutions to 560,000 people in Kenya
LIXIL, maker of pioneering water and housing products, and UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s organisation, have expanded the ‘Make a Splash!’ partnership in Kenya with a goal of reaching 560,000 additional people with innovative sanitation and hygiene services. LIXIL’s SATO brand – provider of affordable toilets and handwashing products – will spearhead efforts to reach more children and families by…
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Wanyamas in Pajamas win 11th Edition of KOT 5 Aside tournament
Wanyamas in Pajamas FC on Saturday, October 8, won the inaugural KOT 5 Aside at the Ligi Ndogo grounds in Nairobi. Wanyamas in Pajamas FC thrashed Odi Wazee 4 – 0 in the final to lift the trophy and won the tournament prize money of Ksh 100,00. The runners-up, Odi Wazee, was awarded Ksh 60,000 while the third team got…
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Odibets to fly its fans to Qatar in new promo
Kenya’s leading betting firm Odibets has launched a one-of-a-kind promo that will see it take their loyal fans to Qatar. Qatar is one of the largest transit gateways for overseas travellers in the world. From the finest adventure sports and activities to some of the most scenic places to visit, Qatar has come out to offer tourists a wide selection…
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How businesses can lessen the blow of record-high fuel prices
Although fleet managers can’t control South Africa’s fluctuating fuel prices, there are a few ways to help them monitor their fleets’ fuel usage more effectively. Encourage fuel-efficient driving behaviour There are countless benefits to managing driving behaviour, including reducing vehicle wear and tear, the risk of an accident, and fuel consumption. Fleet managers can help drivers operate their vehicles more…
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Is this the Easiest Jackpot to Win in Kenya?
Rarely is a jackpot won more than once, however, this has not been the case with the Odibets Laki Tatu daily jackpot. The jackpot, which punters have lauded, has been won almost daily with some punters even winning more than twice. Recently, David Mutahi, a bio-scientist by profession, won the Laki Tatu daily jackpot after correctly predicting the outcome of…
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Azimio Coalition party Secures Majority Seats in Nairobi County
The Azimio coalition party has secured majority seats in Nairobi County. The Raila Odinga-led Azimio La Umoja Coalition has won 12 of the 17 parliamentary seats in Nairobi county. These includes Jubilee, ODM, Wiper and all other parties affiliated to the Azimio coalition. The list of Azimio la Umoja coalition MPs elected in Nairobi are; Babu Owino – ODM (Embakasi…
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