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Kenyan PR firm Engage BCW to now operate as ENGAGE
One of Kenya’s leading strategic communications firms Engage BCW has announced that it changing its name and will now just be known as ENGAGE. The rebrand comes after the recent global merger of WPP-owned BCW and Hill & Knowlton, to create Burson, which marked the end of ENGAGE’s formal affiliation with BCW. ‘’It presents an exciting opportunity for Engage Communications…
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SA conferencing recognised by Africa for sustainability initiatives
With an accelerated global drive towards business operating more sustainably, it was with much pride that South Africa walked away smiling at the recent World Trade Market (WTM) event, hosted in Cape Town, as one of its own was recognised out of top contenders across the African continent, for its positive impact on climate change. Cape Town’s Century City Conference…
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Championing Sustainability: How Glovo is Leading the Charge in Environmental Protection
In recent years, the global conversation around sustainability has intensified, with businesses recognizing their critical role in mitigating climate change and reducing environmental footprints. At Glovo Africa, we are not only part of this conversation but are actively driving tangible change through a steadfast commitment to sustainable practices, fostered by innovative initiatives and collaborations. Transforming Urban Mobility with Electric Vehicles…
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Kenya Airways Resumes Maputo Flights
Kenya Airways (KQ) has resumed direct flights between Nairobi and Maputo today, with three flights weekly, on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. The relaunch of direct flights to Maputo from Nairobi will cater to travellers originating from Kenya and serves as a convenient connection point for passengers from other African cities via Nairobi. The expansion will enable Kenya Airways to enhance…
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Radisson Blu Arboretum’s Hosts Taste Of Italy Week
Radisson Blu Hotel and Residence, Arboretum’s Fire Lake Restaurant over the weekend hosted local and international tourists for The Taste of Italy Week. The celebration featured Radisson Blu Arboretum Executive Chef, Chef Martin Gituma, Radisson Blu Juba Executive Chef, Chef Michel Merite, and Turkish Opera Tenor, Turgut Akmete amidst the current tourism boom in the country. Promising a culinary journey…
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Kenyan woman wins KSh 8.3 million Prize for Engineering Innovation award
Esther Kimani has been named winner of Africa’s biggest engineering prize, the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Her early crop pest and disease detection device was selected as the winning innovation for its ability to swiftly detect and identify agricultural pests and diseases, reducing crop losses for smallholder farmers by up to 30% while increasing yields…
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Spotify Celebrates Amapiano’s First Decade
In 2023, South African dance genre Amapiano, hit over 1.4 billion streams on Spotify. The genre’s influence on the music culture in South Africa, and beyond has seen the world grip in an Amapiano frenzy from dance challenges to inspired collaborations and fusions. In Kenya, Amapiano listenership increased by 74% between 2023 and 2024. This critical influence has led to…
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Kenyan Men Optimistic of Strengthened Personal Finances by December 2024, Old Mutual Report
Ahead of Father’s Day on Sunday, Old Mutual has released its latest Financial Services Monitor (OMFSM), which reveals that men in Kenya are optimistic about the future, with over 75% confident of strengthened finances in the next six months. The OMFSM is an annual publication that generates key insights on the financial behaviour and attitudes of Kenya’s working population. It…
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Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards reveals 2024 winners
Mastercard has announced the winners of the third edition of its Women SME Leaders Awards, celebrating the achievements of women-owned and led businesses across diverse sectors in the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region. Launched in 2022, the Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards is the first initiative of its kind to recognize outstanding female entrepreneurs shaping the future…
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Odibets launches Omoka na Euro promotion
Kenya’s leading betting company Odibets on Friday launched the Omoka na Euro promax promotion where punters have an opportunity to win smartphones and motorbikes. Customers will have the opportunity to win Ksh1,000,000 million, 20 motorcycles (nduthis) and over 40 smartphones in the promotion. To join the promotion, customers will be required to place a cash bet on at least one…
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KQ leads the Sustainable Aviation Agenda In Africa Supporting the SAF Registry by IATA
Kenya Airways (KQ) has been recognized as the only African airline actively supporting the development of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This comes on the backdrop of the national carrier being awarded the Most Impactful Breakthrough award for pioneering the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on a long-haul flight from Africa…
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Zoë Modiga is Spotify EQUAL Africa’s June Ambassador
Renowned South African singer and songwriter Zoë Modiga has been announced as EQUAL Africa’s June Ambassador. Zoë is a jazz and soul artist known for her dynamic voice, innovative compositions, and deep connection to her cultural roots. She recently released her newest album in April titled “Nomthandazo”, following the acclaimed success of her previous works “Harmonic Soul”, “Yellow: The Novel” and “Inganekwane”. Spotify’s EQUAL program supports…
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Old Mutual Health Revamps SME Health Insurance Product
Old Mutual Health, the health insurance arm of leading financial services provider, Old Mutual Group, has revamped its SME Health insurance product, taking into consideration the distinct needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The enhanced solution marks a significant step forward in providing comprehensive healthcare coverage with unmatched benefits to SMEs and their employees. The revamp was guided by…
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Betika Na Community Foundation Launches Borehole in Makueni County
Mituvu residents in Makueni County will now access clean water for domestic use thanks to Betika Na Community Foundation – the social investment arm of Betika, having drilled a borehole with a yield of 14 cubic meters of water aimed at improving the resident’s lifelines. Betika Na Community Foundation invested over 10 million into the sinking of the Mituvu borehole…
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NCBA Visa cardholders get the chance to experience The Olympic Games
Visa is giving 3 NCBA Visa cardholders an exclusive experience to be part of this year’s Olympic Games. The spend and win campaign will send the lucky winners and their plus ones to Paris for The Olympic Games, courtesy of Visa. Through the campaign, current and potential customers stand a chance to win the grand prize of a fully paid…
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Kenya to Pilot Indonesian Carbon Data Project
Indonesian tech company Aeroterra & Eldera Matadata Presisi has been selected to execute a pilot project that will assess the value of Kenya’s carbon credit assets. The project’s lead sponsors Banyan Investment Banking & Hedge Fund, a Connecticut-based digital bank, and Quantum Metal Group, announced that they had appointed Indonesia’s Aeroterra & Eldera Matadata Presisi as the technology partner due to its innovative technology. “We have…
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OPPO to bring Generative AI features to about 50 million users by 2024
OPPO has unveiled its commitment to making AI phones accessible to everyone, announcing that it will be bringing Generative AI features to 50 million users by the end of this year. Further to this, OPPO also shared a glimpse of the smarter and more convenient life set to arrive via AI phones with industry partners from Google, MediaTek, and IDC.…
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Smirnoff’s Unleash Your Edge Fiesta 12th Edition set to ignite the party scene in Mtwapa
Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL), through its iconic Smirnoff™ brand, is thrilled to announce the 12th edition of the Unleash Your Edge Fiesta, happening in the vibrant coastal town of Mtwapa on Saturday, 15th June 2024. This is not just another event; it’s a unique party experience that you won’t want to miss! Why Should You Be There? Imagine a day…
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LG Team Plants 300 Indigenous Trees in Nairobi’s Karura Forest
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa has today planted 300 trees in the Karura Forest Reserve as part of its World Environment Day activities. The activity, part of LG’s annual environmental protection and sustainability plans, was held under the theme ‘Optimism Your Environment’ drawing from the ongoing LG campaign ‘Optimism Your Feed’ which has the company collaborating with influencers to populate social media timelines with positive and…
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Oppo Kenya Opens Two New Brand Stores at Waterfront Mall And Two Rivers Mall
OPPO Kenya has opened two new brand stores at Waterfront Mall and Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi. This expansion signifies OPPO Kenya’s commitment to providing exceptional after-sales service to its Kenyan customers. OPPO says the opening of these two new brand stores will help its customers with even greater access to the company’s comprehensive brand offerings following the recent launch…
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