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This high-level, global conference will bring together about 4,000 participants to identify the economic benefits of healthy waters World leaders are beginning to recognize the enormous pressures facing our oceans and waters, from plastic pollution to the adverse impacts of climate change. At the same time, governments are committed to develop marine-related economies in an inclusive and sustainable manner for...
Tuskys predicts a 30% festive season growth this year with local suppliers to the retail trade stealing the show … As the Tuskys ‘Christmas Deals Poa’ customer reward campaign is launched with over 30 cars up for grabs Regional retailer, Tusker Mattresses is predicting a 30% festive season sales growth this year, attributed to growing consumer confidence and renewed...
A local alcoholic beverages manufacturing firm has stepped up plans to meet the growing local demand for quality locally manufactured spirits. Thika based, Africa Spirits Limited (ASL) has disclosed that enhanced enforcement action by the government, against illicit and contraband alcoholic drinks has opened up a vast market for local manufacturers. It is estimated that the alcohol industry...
At least 16 percent of all children who die under the age of five, especially in Africa, are killed by pneumonia, a disease that can be prevented by a vaccine WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America. By Simon Ateba Africa remains a continent full of incomprehensible contradictions. Take Pneumonia for instance. It is a preventable disease but still kills more children...
Kenya’s Co-operative Bank Group has recorded after tax profit of Sh10 billion in the third quarter of 2018, eight percent increase compared to Sh9.5billion in the same period previous year. The bank’s profit before tax grew by seven percent from Sh13.7 billion in 2017 to Sh14.6 billion. The commendable performance is an affirmation of the Transformation Agenda which has...
APA has tapped the network of off-grid power firm Azuri to widen insurance penetration across the country. According to a September 2017 report by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), the industry regulatory body, insurance penetration currently stands at 2.73 per cent. The figure dipped from 2.8 per cent in 2016. APA said it will be launching a low-cost...
This year EY marks 21 years of recognising and celebrating entrepreneurs who have consistently demonstrated excellence in their businesses Since the first award in 1998, when Adrian Gore of Discovery was the inaugural winner, EY (www.EY.com) continues to see trailblazing entrepreneurs whose vision is shaping industries, creating new markets and generating employment opportunities while contributing to economic growth and development. We...
World Rugby elects Mr Alexander from South Africa on its executive committee, adopts Burkina Faso as a new associate member and welcomes back Nigeria as a full member SA Rugby president Mr. Mark Alexander was elected to the World Rugby’s Executive Council in elections held in Dublin on Wednesday. "It is a huge honour to be named on the executive body...
Merck Foundation to provide One Year on-line Post-graduate Diploma in Diabetes Management from UK to the winners of the Merck Diabetes Award 2017 Merck Foundation marked the “World Diabetes Day” themed ‘The Family and Diabetes’ on 14th November 2018. Merck Foundation to provide One Year on-line Post-graduate Diploma in Diabetes Management from UK to the winners of the Merck Diabetes...
Company seeks to stimulate the collection of PET bottles in Kenya The Kenya PET Recycling Company Ltd (PETCO Kenya) has today entered into a partnership with Mr. Green Africa to provide funding in a bid to increase collection of PET bottles. Though the funding, PETCO Kenya will be supporting infrastructure for waste collectors and pickers that service Mr. Green Africa’s trading...
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