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Bamboo FC Crowned Champions of Odibets KOX 5-Aside Tournament in Eldoret
Eldoret was set alight this weekend as Bamboo FC claimed victory in the highly competitive Odibets KOX 5-Aside Tournament, defeating Fusball FC 3-1 in a thrilling final. The match showcased fast-paced football, with Bamboo FC displaying both flair and discipline. Their clinical finishing proved the difference, ensuring they lifted the trophy in front of an electrified crowd. Speaking after the…
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Karura Forest Takeover: Is This the End of Nairobi’s Green Haven?
Karura Forest, once a battleground for Kenya’s green revolution, is now at the center of a fresh storm. The state department of Forestry under Gitonga Mugambi has officially taken over management of the forest from the local CFA Friends of Karura Community Forest Association (FKFCFA), sparking fears of lost community ownership, weakened conservation, and a betrayal of history. Karura is…
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Taking Kenya Boxing to Another Level: Odibets, Aiwex Sports Host Nairobi Fight Night
Nairobi came alive last night as the city played host to an electrifying boxing showcase, with Odibets partnering with Aiwex Sports to deliver a fight card that has left fans calling it the talk of the town. The event, part of the growing Nairobi Fight Nights series, marked another major milestone for Kenya’s boxing scene. Packed with 10 bouts, including…
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Xiaomi Redmi 15C With a Massive 6000mAH Battery Launched in Kenya
Xiaomi Kenya today announced the official launch of the all-new Redmi 15C, a sleek, stylish, and performance-driven smartphone designed to bring massive power, immersive viewing, and flagship-level features to the mid-range market, all at a truly unbelievable price. The Redmi 15C is set to turn heads with its slim 7.99mm profile, vibrant 6.9” display, massive 6000mAh battery, and 33W turbo…
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Inaugural Content Creators Graduate from Dubai’s Beautiful Destinations Academy
The Beautiful Destinations Academy, Powered by Dubai, has graduated its first cohort of content creators, setting a powerful example for how African nations that rely on tourism, like Kenya, can empower young creators and transform their tourism promotion. Launched in April 2025, the academy was developed by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Beautiful Destinations. It’s the…
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Kenyans Access Holistic Financial Solutions in Transformed Insurance Sector
Equity Group Holdings Plc is redefining how insurance is delivered in Kenya, bringing together life, health, and general insurance under one roof as part of its mission to offer holistic financial solutions for all. This transformation is anchored in Equity’s growth and diversification strategy, with its insurance arm, particularly through Equity Life Assurance Kenya (ELAK), demonstrating strong performance, innovation, and…
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Audrey Tanya: The Storyteller Who Chose Purpose, Power, and the Business of Film
The African film and television industry has experienced a quiet revolution over the years, led by creatives who are reshaping what leadership looks like behind the camera. Audrey Tanya is one of those voices. A passionate producer, award-winning storyteller, and proud alumna of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), Audrey’s journey is quite conventional. It’s a story of courage, conviction, and…
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Tatu City hosts Kiwi Olympians on Africa-wide bicycle relief tour
New Zealand Olympians Hamish Legarth (Paris 2024, Sprint Kayaking) and Nicole Shields (Paris 2024 – Silver, Track Cycling) made a stop at Tatu City during their 4,500km cycling tour across East Africa to raise funds for World Bicycle Relief, a global nonprofit improving access to education, healthcare, and livelihoods through bicycles. Hamish and Nicole were joined by Nova Pioneer School…
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PUBG MOBILE Launches Afro Frenzy Dance Challenge on TikTok
PUBG Mobile, the world-renowned mobile battle royale game, today announced the launch of its electrifying “Afro Frenzy Dance Challenge” on TikTok, inviting players and dance enthusiasts across Africa to showcase their moves and creativity. This exciting initiative aims to blend the thrill of in-game action with the vibrant energy of Afro-inspired dance, fostering community engagement and celebrating local talent. The…
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Chicken Cottage Opens 8th Branch in Kasarani, Nairobi-A Milestone in Express Kitchen’s 60-Store Expansion
Express Kitchen Ltd, the powerhouse behind Chicken Cottage and Papa John’s Pizza, has launched its 8th Chicken Cottage branch in Kasarani, Nairobi. This marks the 16th store in the Express Kitchen family, reinforcing its commitment to serving Kenya’s fast-growing urban population with high-quality, culturally relevant cuisine. Strategically partnered with Hass Petroleum, the new Kasarani outlet aims to serve over 800,000 residents, with a special focus on families, the youth, young professionals seeking flavorful, affordable…
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Co-op Bank, Optiven & Everstrong Partner for Turnkey Housing
Co-operative Bank, in collaboration with Optiven Limited and Everstrong Maskani LLP, has unveiled a strategic partnership that integrates land acquisition, construction, and financing into one seamless housing solution for customers. This innovative collaboration aims to address the common challenges faced by Kenyans who build their homes incrementally—a process often plagued by delays, stalled construction, and substandard workmanship due to fragmented…
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Circadia Skincare Officially Launches in Kenya
Circadia, the globally acclaimed American skincare brand, has officially entered the Kenyan market, bringing with it a new era of professional skincare for melanin-rich skin. The brand’s grand launch was marked by an exclusive event that brought together leading skin clinics, medical aesthetic practitioners, and beauty industry experts from across the country. Founded in 2001 by Dr. Peter T. Pugliese,…
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The Flavoured Poison: The Hidden Dangers of Shisha
The consumption of shisha continues to grow among the young generation, perhaps because it’s too sweet or makes them seem cool. But is it true that shisha contains fruit flavors, so it is not toxic? Shisha, also known as hookah, waterpipe, or nargileh, is a combination of tobacco prepared in molasses and flavored with fruit flavors. It also contains toxic…
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Toxic Beauty: The Hidden Dangers of Skin Whitening
A quote that most people live by is that when you are a light-skinned person, “mtoto rangi ya pesa,” which means you have a skin tone associated with wealth. But the question is, is that real? Does that mean that if you’re not light-skinned, you have no wealth? That’s just the mentality of the people around us; it’s not real,…
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Game On! Spotika Unleashes Africa’s Smartest Betting Platform
One of Kenya’s most high-profile sports betting brands, Spotika, is back in operation and this time with a vengeance, since it now arrives with Southeast Asian firepower. The company has now formally re-launched anchored by an investment from serial Thai tech founder Mr. L. Arunwanich, with a track record of building high-performance platforms in gaming, fintech, and digital infrastructure across…
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UNFPA, M-Pesa Foundation Partner to Improve Maternal Health in Kenya
The United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA, and the M-Pesa Foundation have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to advance quality and equitable access to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health services in Kenya. The new collaboration will focus on strengthening the health system through enhanced access to emergency obstetric and newborn care, expanding access to skilled birth attendance, scaling…
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The Wounds of a Broken Home: When Parents Separate, Children Suffer in Silence
Every child dreams of growing up in a happy, complete, and loving home. But not all dreams come true—some remain unfulfilled, others are shattered, and some end abruptly, without warning. And for a child, that’s the beginning of a painful nightmare. When two people get married, they vow to stay by each other’s side in both joy and hardship, and…
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Breaking the Silence: Reframing Mental Health in African Communities
Mental health has become a growing crisis worldwide, yet many still dismiss it as insignificant or not worth worrying about. In many African communities, mental health is often seen as “not real.” It’s dismissed as a curse, or people assume the individual is bewitched. A common belief is that mental health challenges are a “white people’s problem” and not something…
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Equity Afya: Transforming Healthcare Access in Kenya with 134 Medical Centres and over 3.6 million Visits.
Affordable healthcare has remained one of the most pressing challenges for many Kenyan households for many years. This is due to a combination of factors, including inadequate funding, uneven resource distribution, and a weak health system. As a result, millions of Kenyans—particularly those in rural areas and urban low-income communities—continue to struggle with limited access to quality medical services. Equity…
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Binance and Virtual Assets Chamber applaud progress on Kenya’s crypto regulation
Binance and the Virtual Assets Chamber (VAC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering inclusive, innovation-led crypto regulation in Kenya. Speaking at a media briefing in Nairobi this week, the two organizations praised the progress made through the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Bill while urging policymakers to adopt a tax framework that supports the sector’s sustainable growth The joint press…
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