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Mielle launches campaign to forge sisterhood through textured hair products
In a nod to the power of a good hair product referral and who really is the IT girl when it comes to having the best-kept beauty secrets, Mielle, an award-winning textured hair care brand, launches the brand’s first-ever ad campaign, “From One Queen to Another.” The campaign features CEO and Founder Monique Rodriguez – as Queen of the Textured Haircare Category – and…
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Old Mutual opens second full-suite branch in Mombasa
Old Mutual Kenya (OMK) has opened a second full-suite branch in the coastal city of Mombasa, as part of a business strategy hinged on providing integrated solutions addressing customers’ financial needs at different points in their lives. The new office in Mombasa will offer clients a wide array of insurance, savings and investment solutions under one roof, as the company…
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HIV Prevention Choice Manifesto for women and girls launches in Africa
UNAIDS Executive Director, Winnie Byanyima, joined women’s coalitions, government officials, development partners and community groups from across East and Southern Africa to launch the HIV Prevention Choice Manifesto. Led by the African Women Prevention Community Accountability Board and supported by the International Community of Women Living with HIV (ICW) East Africa and Advocacy for Prevention of HIV and AIDS (APHA),…
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iSpecimen expands provider network to enhance support for women’s health research
iSpecimen, an online global marketplace that connects scientists requiring biospecimens for medical research with a network of healthcare specimen providers, announced it has expanded its global provider network to help advance women’s health research. These strategic collaborations significantly expand the availability of high-quality tissue and biofluid specimens for studies on cervical, uterine and breast cancers; reproductive health; cardiovascular disease; autoimmune…
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Exploring OdiBets: A Game-Changer in Kenyan Sports Betting
Since launching in Kenya, the world of sports betting has experienced excellent transformations in favour of its ardent fans. OdiBets has not only captivated sports fans with its unique offerings but has also raised the bar by introducing unique features like free bets, an Android app, referral bonuses, fastest live betting, online casinos, Aviator, Omoka na EPL, among others In…
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Is AI the answer to Africa’s healthcare sector woes?
The African healthcare industry faces an immediate challenge: a dire shortage of skilled professionals, leading to alarmingly low doctor and nurse-to-population ratios in many countries. Training medical professionals, especially specialists like pathologists or oncologists, is a multi-year long process. Moreover, foundational education at the primary and secondary levels is crucial to supply tertiary institutions with a stream of candidates equipped…
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A dive into family planning and contraception methods according to WHO
There are many different types of contraception, but not all types are appropriate for all situations. The most appropriate method of birth control depends on an individual’s overall health, age, frequency of sexual activity, number of sexual partners, desire to have children in the future, and family history of certain diseases. Ensuring access for all people to their preferred contraceptive…
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The world is failing girls and women, new UN report says
Despite global efforts, the world is falling short of achieving gender equality. This year’s edition of the UN Women and UN DESA “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The gender snapshot 2023”, paints a worrisome picture halfway through the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. “The gender snapshot 2023” warns that, if current trends continue, more than 340 million women and…
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Governments Advocate for Public-Private Collaborations to Boost Business Growth
National and County governments from the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) have urged businesses nationwide to embrace Public-Private sector collaborations for increased profitability, customer acquisition, and market access. The call comes amidst the country’s economic recovery from global shocks, severe drought, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Addressing delegates during the inaugural Business Ecosystem Summit in Kisumu, Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning, Prof. Njuguna Ndungu, emphasized…
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Kingdom Bank partners with Sinapis to offer training to local SMEs
Kingdom Bank through the KB Growth Hub hosted at least 40 local entrepreneurs for a training and business consulting clinic in partnership with Sinapis. A social enterprise that empowers MSMEs through coaching and training. The full-day consulting services session saw MSME owners and directors engage with experts to assess their business needs and understand their pain points from the sales…
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[Nigeria] Off-grid solar provider d.light’s revenues surge by 41 percent
d.light, the provider of transformational household products and affordable finance for low-income households, grew its revenues by 41 percent during the first six months of 2023, the company has announced. The results derive in large part from growth of 143 percent in d.light’s business in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country and its largest economy. d.light’s three-digit growth in Nigeria has…
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Pineapple becomes broadcast sponsor for Rugby World Cup 2023 in South Africa
Uniting all South Africans, Pineapple, South Africa’s leading digital car insurance provider, has pledged its support to ensure that the Rugby World Cup 2023 becomes accessible to all South Africans through its partnership with SABC. In a momentous turn of events, Pineapple, underwritten by Old Mutual Insure Limited, has timeously stepped up as a broadcast sponsor of the Rugby World Cup 2023…
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South Africa to host Airbnb Africa Travel Summit this October
More than 200 policymakers, tourism experts, innovators and changemakers from across the continent are set to gather at the Airbnb Africa Travel Summit in Johannesburg on 24 October to explore, innovate and collaborate on building an inclusive and sustainable tourism industry across Africa. The Summit, hosted by Airbnb, is the second of its kind, and will take place at Victoria Yards…
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Cleanshelf Supermarkets Opens New Branch in Nairobi South B
Cleanshelf Supermarkets Limited has opened its 15th branch in Nairobi South B. This new addition to the Cleanshelf family, the company says is a testament to the company’s commitment to serving local communities and providing top-notch shopping experiences and quality products to its valued customers. From its inception in 2002, Cleanshelf Supermarkets Ltd has been dedicated to offering a diverse…
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Music consumption in the digital era
Music is a universal language that unites people, and everyone should be able to enjoy it at their fingertips without the hindrance of data or subscription costs. For those months when money is a little tight but you still want to be able to enjoy tracks from your favorite artists legally, Spotify’s Free Tier offers the same quality listening experience…
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Dr. Henry Ddungu: The unexpected toll of traffic accidents
High rates of road accidents are a devastatingly common issue across Africa which records the highest number of road traffic incidents in the world, every year. In Kenya last year, at least 21,760 people were involved in road accidents last year, and 4,690 died, according to figures from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). While these statistics are concerning,…
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Charity Migwi: Advancing Africa’s Renewable Future – A Call for Genuine Climate Leadership at the Africa Climate Summit
Billed as Africa’s premier climate summit, the Africa Climate Summit, scheduled for September 4-8, has already sparked intense debate and anticipation among climate activists across the continent. At the heart of this discussion is a critical question: Will this summit truly prioritize the needs and aspirations of Africa, or will it succumb to the pressures of external interests? Climate activists…
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Rubis and Castrol launch ‘Twende London na Castrol’ campaign
RUBiS Energy Kenya and Castrol have launched a national consumer promotion dubbed ‘Twende London na Castrol’. The campaign was launched by RUBiS Energy Kenya together with the Premier League’s Official Partner Castrol at an exclusive event in Kenya. The event gave fans an exclusive opportunity to witness the cherished Premier League trophy. Lucky participants in the promotion have the chance to clinch the ultimate…
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Africa-Singapore economic relations expand with bilateral trade growth at 15% per annum
Economic relations between Singapore and Africa continue to expand, as bilateral trade in goods grew by around 15% per annum between 2019 to 2022, reaching US$14.5 billion in 2022. Singapore companies’ investments in the African continent cumulatively reached US$23.7 billion as at 2021. As testament to the robust interest to participate in Africa’s growth opportunities, five agreements were inked at…
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Faulu Bank Empowers SMEs Through Innovative Customer Engagement Forums
Faulu Microfinance Bank has kicked off the rollout of its revamped solutions to customers and SMEs across the country ensuring that they fully understand and can harness the benefits of their new offerings. The move is in line with the bank’s new commitment to foster the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) even as it positions itself as a leading Traders…
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