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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…

Nanyuki court hands man 10 years in prison for vandalising an electricity meter board

Nanyuki Law Court has sentenced a man to 10 years in prison or a fine of KShs. 5 million for vandalizing a customer’s electricity meter board at Riverside estate in Timau town, Meru County. The suspect, Brian Wahome, was arrested and booked at Timau police station before he was arraigned at Nanyuki law courts, where he was charged with stealing…

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…

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…

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,…

Samsung’s Bespoke Top Mount Fridge Launched in Kenya

David Ichoho resigns as KTDA chairman

David Muni Ichoho has resigned as chairman of the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) Holdings Limited, two years after assuming the role. In a letter to the KTDA Group Company Secretary dated Tuesday, June 11, 2023, and which bears a stamp showing it was received by Company Secretary on the same day, David indicates that his resignation is effective this…

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’…

International Baccalaureate to conduct a review of its programmes for students in Kenya

The International Baccalaureate (IB), a global leader in international education, is set to revolutionize the learning landscape in Kenya by conducting a comprehensive, multi-year, community-driven and collaborative review of its programmes targeted at students aged 16 and over (16+ review). This groundbreaking initiative aims to provide a transformative education that empowers the organisation’s diverse community to contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable world while preparing young…

India’s IndiGo Airlines begins direct flights between Mumbai and Nairobi

IndiGo Airlines, India’s preferred carrier, has announced Nairobi as the 28th international in the 6E network. The airline opened bookings for daily non-stop flights between Mumbai, India’s and Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city starting August 5, 2023. This new route marks IndiGo’s entry into the African subcontinent and brings numerous benefits to both business and leisure travellers. It represents a significant…

Odibets Unveils Innovative Mobile App, Revolutionizing Sports Betting in Kenya

Odibets, a leading sports betting company in Kenya, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated android mobile app, providing an immersive and convenient betting experience for sports enthusiasts across the country. The Odibets mobile app represents a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to innovation and enhancing customer satisfaction. With the new mobile app, Odibets users can…

KCB signs African Cross-Border Payment deal to support customers

KCB Group has signed an Africa-wide deal to facilitate settlements of cross-border transactions on the continent. The agreement signed early this week with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) in Accra, Ghana on the sidelines of the Afrexim Bank Annual Meeting, makes KCB the first Bank in East Africa to onboard the financial market infrastructure that provides a secure…

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…

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.  …

Odibets Loyalty Bonus: Odibets to Award Customers For Losing Bets

Kenya’s leading Odibets has launched an all-new promo dubbed ‘The Odibets Loyalty bonus’ that is set to see betting fanatics get paid for the number of bets they lose on the Odibets betting platform. Each bet you place within 7 days gets the punter closer to their free bonus. Once you claim your bonus your level moves up and your…

AGRA Unveils Strategy to Boost Food Security and Smallholder Farmer Resilience in Kenya

AGRA has launched its Kenya Strategy to support the country’s efforts to enhance food security and build the resilience of smallholder farmers by strengthening market systems. The 5-year strategy aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 blueprint for long-term development, which aims to transform the country into a newly industrializing, middle-income nation.  The strategy builds on the achievements and lessons from Agra…

PayPal Withdrawals made quick and easy with Equity

Last year, Equity launched a ground-breaking solution to expedite PayPal withdrawals to help customers transfer funds easily from PayPal to their accounts.   The service reduced the time it takes to have PayPal settlements reflected in your bank account to only 1 working day. In this article, we’ll walk you through the details of Equity’s PayPal Withdrawal Service, which ensures seamless…

Samsung and Dezeen Launch Global Design Competition

Samsung Electronics and global design and architecture magazine Dezeen have launched a global design competition to recognize the value of sustainability. Offering a total of £18,000 in prize money, the Re: Create Design Challenge invites entrants around the world to dream up their own creative ideas for reusing, recycling and upcycling old Samsung devices or their materials. What is the…

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…

Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa

Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth in Africa with the signing of seven new hotels,  adding over 1,400 rooms to its African portfolio. The new hotels expand the Group’s brands, spanning from upscale to premium luxury lifestyle with a new market entry in Gambia and the introduction of new brands in key markets with the first Radisson Collection in…