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.
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has announced the appointment of Raimond Molenje as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st December 2024. Mr Molenje has been serving in as Acting capacity since March 2024.
With over 19 years of experience in legal and regulatory practice, human resources leadership, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement, Mr Molenje...
By Vincent Munga
The Kenyan government is upbeat on the gains achieved in fostering women in courses that have been perceived to be male dominated.
The move manifested at this years Railway Training Institute (RTI) 61st graduation ceremony where approximately 45 percent of the graduates were women, many being supported by...
Jubilee Health Insurance’s CEO, Njeri Jomo, has been crowned CEO of the Year at the prestigious 2024 Company of the Year Awards (COYA), hosted by the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM).
The honour celebrates Njeri Jomo’s exceptional leadership in driving strategic growth, inspiring teamwork, and fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainability at Jubilee Health Insurance.
Co-operative Bank of Kenya, in partnership with Visa, has launched a Debit Card, a Credit Card and a Pre-paid business card designed to transform how medium and small business enterprises, cooperative societies and corporate institutions in Kenya manage their expenses, empower employees and optimise financial control.
The cards, which can be used both locally and...
As we conclude 2024, TikTok (www.TikTok.com) stands as a transformative platform for creators, reshaping the cultural, social, and economic landscapes of Africa. This year, TikTok wasn’t just a platform for trends and challenges—it became a powerhouse for cultural celebration, community building, and entrepreneurial success. From amplifying underrepresented voices to inspiring social change, TikTok empowered creators across Africa...
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KnowBe4 Predicts Artificial Intelligence (AI) Advances will Shape Evolving Landscape of Cyber Threats and Defences
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KnowBe4 (www.KnowBe4.com), the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, announced its 2025 cybersecurity predictions from its team of global industry experts.
In 2024, the world witnessed cyber threats evolve faster than before primarily due to the rise in the number of and popularity of AI tools. These tools assist cybercriminals in...
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VC4A connects funders of Africa’s startup success at Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (AESIS2024)
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Over 300 Africa-focused delegates converged at the 11th edition of the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit, and filled up the room for the AESIS Deal Morning ready to engage with Africa’s most promising founders. Next to another 15 highly promising startups, VC4A (www.VC4A.com) hosted eight female entrepreneurs from IFC’s She Wins Africa program, who took the AESIS2024...
The Fondation L'Oréal and UNESCO are proud to unveil the 30 winners of the 15th edition of L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Awards, which celebrates and supports African women scientists for the quality of their scientific research.
This year, 25 PhD candidates and 5 post-doctoral researchers from 15 African countries...