NEWS
-
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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,…
Read More » -
Kisumu City Set to Host Kenya’s First Business Ecosystem Summit
Kenya is set to host the first-ever Business Ecosystems Summit (BES) in Kisumu City on Friday, September 1st, 2023. This is in line with ongoing key government reforms aimed at stimulating business growth across the country, bolstering economic independence and prosperity. Organized by the IMC People Ltd in partnership with the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB), the summit is aimed at unlocking the potential…
Read More » -
Bank of Africa and Deluxe Trucks and Buses Ink Asset Financing deal
Bank of Africa and Deluxe Truck and Buses E.A have announced a new partnership to offer affordable truck financing solutions to small businesses in Kenya. The partnership will make it easier for small business owners to purchase trucks and manage their truck financing needs. The agreement will see customers access up to 90% financing and 0% processing fees for purchasing…
Read More » -
Best international series to watch on Showmax this August
Here are the best shows to stream on Showmax this August. We’re particularly excited to watch The Best Man: The Final Chapters, being a fan of the cult-classic franchise that birthed the series. BASED ON A TRUE STORY | Two episodes on Mondays at 9:30pm from 7 August Based on a True Story is the gripping tale of a realtor, a former tennis…
Read More » -
Safaricom takes home the inaugural UNEP Environment Sustainability Award
Safaricom has been awarded for its climate action initiatives in the inaugural Environment Sustainability Awards by Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Program (ENEP). Safaricom was recognised for its innovative approaches in integrating and implementing climate change interventions in its business strategies, and its investments in digital and green solutions that contribute positively to…
Read More » -
Lung Cancer Initiatives to Transform Patient Care in Kenya launched
AstraZeneca, in partnership with The Ministry of Health, Kenya Society of Hematology (KESHO), Axios, The National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI), various health facilities, and professional societies have launched an innovative therapy for the management of lung cancer in Kenya. The targeted therapy treatment is specifically designed to combat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)…
Read More » -
Meet the LG Ceiling Fan, Biochemically Designed to Fit Your Relaxation and Health Needs
They say water is life but air is life too. The air we breathe has everything to do with our health. It determines our body temperatures, how our body loses water and the general atmospheric feel around ourselves and living rooms. Given that home is where all the stories begin and where our hearts are, it should be a place…
Read More » -
Afrobeats’ Fusion: Spotify’s Journey of a Billion Streams Continues
Afrobeats in recent times has been known to reinvent itself through the fusion with other music genres. Which are some of the key genres that Afrobeats has been fused with over the years? What do the fans think of these fusion sounds? What has been the impact of fusing Afrobeats with other sounds? This week’s update to Spotify’s Afrobeats: Journey…
Read More »