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Eight teams to face off at the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Western Region finals
Eight teams (four boys and four girls’ teams) are expected to battle it out in the Western regional finals scheduled for Saturday 26th to Sunday 27th, at the historical Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega. In the Saturday’s semi-finals, football fans will be treated to a thrilling tournament between Chakol Queens from Busia County and Brenda Girls from Bungoma County in an opening match…
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Why sitting is the new smoking
Most of us sit for hours every day – in traffic, at work, or while we watch our favourite TV shows at night. The shocking reality is that all this sitting for hours on end may be killing us. Sitting may seem like a harmless activity, but medical experts say that doing so for long periods of time every day…
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Cooking Made Effortless: A Look into the Innovative LG SolarDOM Oven
In the world of modern culinary convenience, innovation has paved the way for appliances that not only streamline cooking processes but also enhance the overall cooking experience. One such breakthrough is the LG SolarDOM Oven, a stunning kitchen companion that marries cutting-edge technology with a practical design, promising culinary delights like never before. This article takes a closer look at the…
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Sparks fly as Amapiano meets Bongo
There’s a new rhythm shaking up the airwaves that is as electrifying as a lightning storm on the dancefloor! The infectious beats of Amapiano, the South African sensation that’s been moving hips worldwide, have swirled their way into the heart of Bongo music, creating a fusion that’s like nothing you’ve ever heard before. In the world of music, unexpected collaborations…
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World Photography Day 2023: Top Photography Tips and Tricks for Smartphone users
Smartphones have become the go-to device for photography today. Around the world, people are capturing an incredible number of pictures; as per Photutorial data1, 1.2 trillion pictures were taken worldwide in 2021. The number is expected to reach 1.72 trillion in 2022 and over 2 trillion by 2025. Interestingly, 92.5% of photos are taken with smartphones1. After all, smartphones bring out the best photographers in…
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Vihiga farmer wins Sh1 million Omoka na EPL grand prize
A Farmer from Vihiga county has become the second winner of the Omoka na EPL grand prize by Odibets. The man, identified as Samson Ojuang, was caught by surprise when comedian Awinja and Radio Presenter Fred Arocho visited his home to deliver the Odibets cheque. “This has caught me by surprise, winning Sh1 million has never crossed my mind, I…
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Faulu Bank and GIZ Partner to Unlock Green Financing to 400 Kenyan Farmers
Smallholder Farmers in the dairy and horticulture value chains in Kenya can now access green financing from Faulu Microfinance Bank. This follows the signing of a partnership between the bank and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) as part of the Sustainable Energy for Smallholder Farmers project being implemented in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda. The Bank aims at disbursing KES120…
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Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy: The fusion of sport and music and the opportunities for economic benefits in Africa
There aren’t many things in this world that hold as important a place in so many people’s hearts – that captivates, inspires, and brings people together in community and celebration – like both sports and music does. More than just a sound, music connects us to one another, to our culture, our heritage and tells our stories. It allows us…
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Omoka na EPL: Mombasa Mechanic Wins Sh1 million Omoka na EPL Grand Prize
A mechanic based in Mombasa County is the latest millionaire in town after winning the Omoka na EPL grand prize on Odibets. An elated Muema Mwalimu could not hide his joy after he received a phone call from Odibets to receive the news that he had won. “I used to bet on English premier League (EPL) Games last season after…
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Afrobeats as a tool for Cultural Export
The result of Afrobeats crossing its West African borders has not only impacted music, it has also been a vehicle for food, dance and language export. This cultural exportation currently taking place thanks to Afrobeats’ prevalence in mainstream global media is the focus of this week’s update to Spotify’s Afrobeats:Journey of a Billion Streams site. Launched by Spotify last month…
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Safaricom Chapa Dimba: Twelve teams gear up for showdown at the county finals in Bungoma, Busia and Kakamega
Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament heads to Bungoma, Busia and Kakamega counties this weekend for the Western region county finals. Twelve teams from the three counties are expected to battle it out, with the winning teams joining Vihiga County qualifiers Madira Soccer Assassins and Ebwali Boys to play in the regional finals scheduled for the 26th and 27th of August at…
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UWE KEMMER: Cave Paintings to Cloud Computing – The Evolution of Data Storage
How we collect and store information has played a critical role in preserving knowledge and driving progress throughout human evolution. As we move further into the modern digital age and see Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), the cloud and the Internet of Things (IoT) transform how we interact with technology on a daily basis, the need for reliable storage…
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Majid Al Futtaim Retail Launches Retail Graduate Programme in Africa
Majid Al Futtaim Retail, owner and operator of Carrefour in Kenya has announced the launch of its transformative Retail Graduate Programme in collaboration with 12 top universities across six countries, namely Egypt, Georgia, Jordan, Kenya, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. With a steadfast commitment to promoting gender diversity, Majid Al Futtaim Retail aims to empower and recruit 75 nationals for its…
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LG Records 24 Per Cent Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions
LG Electronics (LG) has recorded a 24 per cent reduction in its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from 114.7 million tons of GHG to 92.7 million tons in line with its pledge to achieve net-zero (direct and indirect) by 2030. According to its recently released 2022-2023 Sustainability Report, LG Electronics also recorded a renewable energy conversion rate of 8.2 per…
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Opportunities for Africa’s green industrial transformation are rife but efforts are needed in skills development and funding
Jacob’s Ladder Africa, a not-for-profit organisation focused on green workforce readiness, along with the Future of Development Programme at the Oxford Martin School (University of Oxford) hosted a roundtable discussion on green livelihoods and the future of jobs in Africa. The roundtable convened key individuals from academia, industry, international development sector and the youth population to raise key challenges and…
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Spotify celebrates Teni as EQUAL Africa ambassador for August
Spotify has today announced Teniola Apata, popularly known as Teni, as its EQUAL Africa artist for the month of August. Since her arrival on the Nigerian music scene, the award-winning Nigerian songwriter, singer, performer, actress and social media sensation has become one of the most sought-after names in the African music sphere. This recognition comes as part of Spotify’s ongoing commitment…
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Air France, Official Partner of the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games
Air France is the official partner of the 33rd Olympics of the modern era to be held in Paris in 2024. This follows the signing of a partnership between the airline and the Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games (OCOPG) Commenting on the partnership, Air France-KLM Group CEO Benjamin Smith said, “We are proud to extend our partnership…
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Unveiling the Evolution of Gengetone: How Spotify’s Gengetone Fire was crafted
Kenya’s music scene has been witnessing a significant shift in recent years, with a new and vibrant genre, Gengetone, taking center stage. Spotify has created a one stop destination for Kenya’s hottest music genre; Gengetone Fire. This homegrown style of music has rapidly grown in popularity and has become a cultural phenomenon that resonates with Kenyan youth, specifically those aged 18-24 according to Spotify data over the…
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Laikipia Residents Benefit from LG And Habitat’s for Humanity Social Impact Project
LG Electronics, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK), has successfully handed over complete infrastructure facilities focused on learning and safety, as well as water, sanitation, and hygiene to support more than 260 individuals residing in Seger Ward, Nanyuki, located in Laikipia County. The facilities, which include a classroom, toilet blocks, water tanks, and renovated houses were constructed in the…
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Java House marks its 24th Anniversary through its Social Impact Initiatives
Java House marked its 24th anniversary through a series of social impact initiatives to benefit hundreds of school-going pupils through its Java Foundation. The Java Foundation currently supports over 2500 school going children with daily lunches at Ngunyumu Primary School and Gatina Primary School in Nairobi County supported by its partners Stanbic Bank and Uni Industries. Speaking at the Ngunyumu,…
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