I&M Bank Kenya has rolled out an unsecured lending solution, which will make it more convenient and quicker for its customers to access unsecured loans through an automated platform.
The Bank has placed digitization at the heart of its operations in a bid to deliver market-driven, innovative financial solutions for its customers and to enhance operational efficiencies. The Bank has...
New survey reveals that 96 per cent of the affluent in Kenya have set new life goals post-pandemic, but many are not taking the actions needed to reach them
Saving in cash will not cover longer lifespans and new priorities
Standard Chartered’s latest survey into affluent (comprising emerging affluent, affluent and high net worth) consumers in 12 markets across...
UN-Habitat and partners give Kenyan government officials real life bicycling experience
The event was aimed at inspiring the officials to recognise cycling as an adequate mode of mobility for the capital city as well as equipping them with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities for cyclists
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NAIROBI, Kenya, January 13, 2022/ -- UN-Habitat, in collaboration with the Institute...
Verdant Capital (www.Verdant-Cap.com) Hybrid Fund initially has USD 36 million of committed capital; Support for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSME) through investment in financial institutions; Better access to financing, creation of employment and income generation for MSME in Africa
Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund (VCHF) has reached its first closing with committed capital of USD 36 million. The fund is targeting high developmental...
Sponsorship underscores the life insurer’s commitment to grow and to invest in Africa
Prudential Africa has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to become the official insurance partner of the 33rd edition of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021.
At a press conference to announce the sponsorship, Eric Mboma, Chief Representative Officer, Prudential Northern Africa Region said the sponsorship...
What if girls and women who are at risk of or have survived female genital mutilation (FGM) could receive the right services and support right when they need them? This challenge led to a Ugandan team creating a mobile app to link FGM survivors and at-risk girls with services in real time.
The multilingual app, Axces mobile, has earned social entrepreneur Joseph Mulabbi and his team of developers...
Merck Foundation CEO and African First Ladies congratulate the winners of Merck Foundation “Mask up with Care” Media Recognition Awards 2021, to raise awareness about Coronavirus in Africa
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NAIROBI, Kenya, January 13, 2022/ -- Merck Foundation (Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany in partnership with African First Ladies announced the winners of Merck Foundation “Mask up with Care” Media Recognition Awards 2021 with the...
Newly unveiled platform, JAMII unites resources and partners to achieve more for Africa
Coca-Cola Africa (www.Coca-ColaCompany.com) Operating Unit (“AOU”) and its bottling partners announced the launch of JAMII, the new Africa-focused sustainability platform. The platform houses the Company’s existing and new sustainability initiatives. Through this signature platform, Coca-Cola hopes to attract like-minded partners to help accelerate on-the-ground impact of its...
As part of the activities for the PAUSTI Incubation centre, a Pre-Incubation Programme was launched in September following a call for applications. The programme engaged 23 innovators across different PAUSTI Programmes. 16 out of the 23 programme participants were selected to pitch their innovations bidding for an opportunity to receive funding to develop their business models and product prototypes....
Individual-Quick-Freezing Line will expand the market for Kenyan potato farmers -
SimpliFine, a Kenyan integrated food producer offering locally sourced and manufactured food products across East Africa, today commissioned its Individual Quick Freezing (“IQF”) processing line. By investing in IQF technology, SimpliFine is expanding its production of fresh French fries to offer frozen French fries, increasing the supply and extending the...
