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New Airline Eurowings Discover commences direct flights to Mombasa from Frankfurt
The Kenyan coast is set to receive more international tourists during the tourism peak season following the commencement of direct flights to the region by Eurowings Discover. Eurowings Discover, the newest leisure airline within the Lufthansa Group, commenced its flights on the 24th of July 2021 with two weekly flight services from Frankfurt, Germany to Mombasa, with onward flights to the region. Speaking during the reception of the inaugural…
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Kenyan sprinter Mark Otieno ready to hit the track in the Tokyo Olympics
28-year-old Kenyan sprinter Mark Otieno is hoping to shine in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics which kicks off today in Japan. Otieno who is representing Kenya alongside Ferdinand Omanyala in the men’s 100m finals, is confident that he will make his countrymen proud after his last training session in Kurume, Japan. “Since we arrived on Thursday last week, I have been…
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OdiNare Rap Challenge: All you Need to Know about Khaligraph Rap Challenge
On Monday 19th July 2021, Kenyan rapper Khaligraph Jones partnered with one of Kenya’s leading betting firms Odibets to launch a one-of-a-kind online rap challenge for upcoming rappers that has been the talk of the town. The challenge, christened “OdiNare”, has seen rappers from all walks of life submit videos rhyming to the phrase Odinare as they aim to win…
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Distributed Power Africa to install solar panels in TotalEnergies service stations in Zimbabwe
Distributed Power Africa (DPA), has been selected as one of the energy companies contracted for the installation of solar power for TotalEnergies Zimbabwe service stations across the country. DPA’s mandate in this project includes the custom design of the grid-tied solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, procurement of the equipment except for the PV panels which are free issued due to unique specification,…
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Health SMEs in Africa to benefit from a digital finance fund
Medical Credit Fund (MCF), a non-profit fund exclusively dedicated to financing small and medium-sized healthcare companies in Africa, celebrated its first loan disbursement within MCF2 on Monday. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs made a catalytic investment of Ksh.900Million for the second stage of the fund. Medical Credit Fund is established as part of PharmAccess Group, a non-profit organization working…
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Kenyan MP threatens to quit Twitter if he does not receive the blue badge
A controversial Kenyan Member of Parliament has threatened to close his Twitter account if he does not receive the blue verification badge. Babu Owino, who is the MP for Embakasi East revealed this after a user who runs a parody account associated with his name was verified. The user has however been unverified as of writing this article. ‘’If Twitter…
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Glovo Expands Reach To Thika And Kiambu Towns
On-demand delivery startup Glovo has expanded its operations to Thika and Kiambu towns. The expansion comes from the back of the 58 billion Kenya shillings funding raised in April 2021 in its Series F funding round led by New York-based investment managers Lugard Road Capital and the Luxor Capital Group. Residents of Thika and Kiambu town can now enjoy and…
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Odibets is partnering with Khaligraph Jones to launch the ‘OdiNare’ rap challenge
Khaligraph Jones has partnered with Kenya’s leading betting firm Odibets under their Odimtaani initiative to launch the ‘OdiNare’ rap challenge. The goal of the online rap challenge is to uplift talented rappers who are struggling to come up in the Kenyan music industry. Last week, Khaligraph Jones went live on Instagram in a lengthy video highlighting how rappers in the…
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Standard Chartered Bank introduces new 11.9% variable interest mortgage offering
Standard Chartered has introduced a new mortgage offering that will see clients access mortgages at 11.9% variable rate offer for new applications submitted and approved during the campaign period. The offer is open to both existing and new clients. Those seeking to transfer their mortgage to SCB to enjoy the new rate of 11.9% will get access to waived valuations…
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Faulu Bank in Ksh1Billion boost to small ventures in Rift counties
Faulu Microfinance Bank is boosting its presence in the counties by increasing support to small enterprises to play a bigger role in key sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, trade, tourism and real estate. This will see the -Bank lend more than Ksh 1billion to farmers, traders, contractors, manufacturers and property developers in Nakuru, Nyandarua and Laikipia counties, three of the fastest…
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Safaricom Partners with 2019 Global Teacher Prize Winner to provide computers and Internet to Nakuru School
Safaricom has joined forces with former Global Teacher Prize winner, Peter Tabichi, to equip Keriko Mixed Secondary School in Nakuru County with computers and internet connectivity. The installation of the ICT infrastructure valued at KES 1.7 million is expected to impact over 200 students. Part of the initiative has seen the school’s computer laboratory refurbished and the institution’s staffroom given a platform…
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IEBC dismisses database hacking claims
Kenya’s electoral body the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed claims that its database had been hacked. Reports reported by a section of the media had indicated that someone had gained access into the commission’s database and acquired personal details of registered voters from a country in Western Kenya. The suspect was identified as one Kiprop, a 21-year…
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New reality, series & movies to watch on Showmax this July
Here are some 9 best international series to watch on Showmax Kenya this July From Young Rock to A Black Lady Sketch Show to Normal People, stream the 9 best international series on Showmax this July A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW S2 | Binge nowIn May, HBO announced that A Black Lady Sketch Show has been renewed for a third season. “Making A Black Lady Sketch Show is a dream come true,” says creator and…
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118 Equity Leaders Program Scholars Admitted to 56 Global Universities
118 scholars from the Equity Leadership Program comprising of Wings to Fly alumni beneficiaries as well as those who topped the 2019 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination in their respective sub counties; have received admission and full financial aid to 56 global universities. The fifty-six (56) institutions are situated across five continents in different countries including United States of America…
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KEPSA Clean-Up Exercise to Accelerate Waste Separation at Source in Mombasa
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) Foundation, through Sustainable Inclusive Business (SIB-K), in collaboration with Mombasa County Government today conducted a clean-up exercise in Tudor Ward, aimed at creating awareness on separation of waste at source for proper waste management from the household level. The exercise brought together various stakeholders from the community, the county government and the private sector. …
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Buildher Kenya receives $40,000 from GREA to empower women in construction
Skills development and empowerment of women in construction received a boost as real estate developer Gateway Real Estate Africa (GREA), handed over a donation of $40,000 (KES 4,328,000) to Buildher Kenya. Buildher, the non-profit operation, was founded in 2018 to equip disadvantaged women in Kenya with accredited construction skills and is the only female focused organization registered to sit for…
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Safaricom Commits KES 1M in Support of Mark Otieno’s Olympics Dream
Safaricom has announced a KES 1 million sponsorship for sprinter Mark Otieno’s campaign during this year’s Tokyo Olympic Games that will take place from 23rd July. The 28-year-old athlete defied the odds by using borrowed shoes to finish second in the Olympic trials held at Kasarani last month. Otieno will now have access to the best quality shoes as part of the sponsorship deal which will…
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Family Bank completes KES. 3 Million facelift of the Nairobi Central Police Station
Family Bank has completed a KES 3 million renovation of the Nairobi Central Police Station giving it the much-needed refurbishment to enhance service delivery to members of the public. “As a Bank, we are very proud of this partnership with the National Police Service. It is my firm belief that this facelift will enable a better working environment for…
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Emirates restarts passenger services to Mauritius, as the island-nation reopens to international tourists
Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15 July, as the island-nation gradually re-opens its borders to international tourists. To serve market demand, the airline has also announced it will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to Mauritius starting 1 August. Fully vaccinated travellers can enjoy a relaxing and safe…
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How Odibets is Transforming the Lives of Ordinary Kenyans
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become an integral part for companies to impact positive change in society. Consumers feel attracted towards brands that give back to society which creates trust. One brand that has stood out for the common wananchi in Kenya is Odibets. The betting firm has been at the heart of impacting positive change through supporting sports, music,…
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