Ride-hailing company Bolt has launched a ‘Trusted Contacts’ feature, allowing passengers and drivers to add friends or relatives as emergency contacts.This ensures Bolt’s Safety Team can escalate Ride Check notifications or Emergency Assist requests if the account holder is unreachable.
The feature is part of Bolt’s Sh14 billion safety investment over three years, complementing...
Leading professional services firm Grant Thornton Kenya, and Certified Public Accounting firm Devani-Devani & Company, have merged to enhance their services in Kenya. This merger is part of a long-term strategy that will ensure continued innovation in the era of digitisation, where technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are enabling organisations to enhance their risk...
Hyatt Announces Brand Debut In Kenya With The Official Opening Of Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands
NAIROBI, KENYA (January 22, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has announced the official opening of Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands, marking the brand debut in Kenya. The five-star property aims to offer an unmatched hospitality experience, combining elements of Kenya’s local...
Young Talents Awards Ceremony for Sub-Saharan Africa delivered by Fondation L’Oréal-l’UNESCO.
Photo credit: @Fondation L’Oréal
On Tuesday, December 10th, 2024, the following 30 African women researchers were rewarded :
Group 1 - Southern Africa
Photo credit: @Fondation L’Oréal
The cries of newborn twins broke the silence of a small clinic in Malawi, a sound that might not have been heard without the lifesaving skills of Nora, a UNFPA-supported midwife.
Late one night, a young mother arrived after walking for hours, her pregnancy complicated and her life hanging by a thread. Nora, previously...
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has approved the acquisition of KK Security Limited by a Canadian entrepreneur and philanthropist Stephan Crétier.CAK okayed the decision, indicating that it will not negatively impact the market competition for private security and facility management services.
“The Competition Authority of Kenya has approved the proposed acquisition of sole...
The Mwale Medical and Technology City (MMTC) held its second marathon in Butere Sub-County of Kakamega County on Sunday, advancing its mission to sponsor Social Health Authority (SHA) premiums and co-payments for low-income residents accessing healthcare at Hamptons Hospital.
Thousands of athletes and spectators gathered to support this vital cause, underscoring the community’s commitment...
Mr Gerald Nyaoma Arita is the new Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), effective January 2025.
CBK Governor Dr Kamau Thugge announced Arita’s designation as he officially assumed office following his appointment by President William Ruto with the approval of the Parliament in November 2024.
“CBK welcomes Arita as he...
Safaricom Business has unveiled the 8th installment of its ‘Grow with Safaricom Business’ program, aimed at providing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with vital access to resources in technology, e-commerce, and knowledge sharing.
The two-day expo, which brings together 24 SMEs, offers them a platform to showcase their solutions and amplify their presence in the...
Smallholder Hass Avocado farmers affiliated with listed agri-business firm Kakuzi PLC are set to enjoy a bonus of more than Ksh10 million from their produce exports this year. Speaking when he confirmed the smallholders and out-growers bonus payout for 2024, Kakuzi PLC Managing Director, Mr Chris Flowers, said notwithstanding operating challenges, returns allowed for bonus payment.
