Oracle, messaging firm pact to ease global conversational experiences
Global cloud communications platform Infobip has enhanced its partnership with Oracle to bring conversational experiences to businesses and brands globally.
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Oracle, messaging firm pact to ease global conversational experiences
Shelter Afrique Development Bank AGM to focus on capital mobilisation
Algeria is set to host Shelter Afrique Development Bank’s (ShafDB) 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and a housing symposium in July 2025.
By 9 days ago
Shelter Afrique Development Bank AGM to focus on capital mobilisation
Students feted for outstanding performance in biotechnology
Four students have been recognised for exceptional academic performance in biotechnology by the Kenya University Biotech Consortium.
By 9 days ago
Students feted for outstanding performance in biotechnology
24 million Kenyans wear mitumba: Report
In 2023, Kenya imported 177,664 tonnes of second-hand clothes, according to the report.
By 13 days ago
24 million Kenyans wear mitumba: Report
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Young Kenyan innovator cashes in on trap powered by solar
In an environment where chemical residues threaten export markets, farmers and producers must think creatively and seek innovative ways to manage pests and diseases.
By 15 days ago
Young Kenyan innovator cashes in on trap powered by solar
College's link with Swiss firm boosts the training of Kenyan students
Scholarship programmes and flexible payment options have made quality hospitality education accessible to students from all backgrounds.
By 16 days ago
College's link with Swiss firm boosts the training of Kenyan students
Mobile solar irrigation service puts Embu village on the map
At exactly 9am, two farmhands lift and carefully load gleaming solar panels into a green four-wheeled electric cart marked Mkokoteni wa Umeme.
By 19 days ago
Mobile solar irrigation service puts Embu village on the map
Poultry waste now provides the gas that cooks meals
Poultry waste turns into an energy source for cooking meals.
By 22 days ago
Poultry waste now provides the gas that cooks meals
Asset-Financed Boda Boda riders earning more than those with rented bikes
BodaBoda riders who operate motorcycles acquired through asset financing earn significantly more than their counterparts using rented bikes.
By 22 days ago
Asset-Financed Boda Boda riders earning more than those with rented bikes
New tech to cut post-harvest losses for fruit farmers
New tech to cut post-harvest losses for fruit farmers.
By 26 days ago
New tech to cut post-harvest losses for fruit farmers
Sh93m water and solar boost for 285,000 Kenyans
More than 285,000 Kenyans – including 83,000 school children have benefited from water and energy solutions provider Davis & Shirtliff under its ‘Improving Lives’ initiative.
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Sh93m water and solar boost for 285,000 Kenyans
New dawn as Kenya shifts to organic coffee farming
Since its inception in 2016, African Coffee Roasters has built a lucrative business exporting high volumes of Kenyan coffee, renowned as the world’s finest for its unique flavour profile.
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New dawn as Kenya shifts to organic coffee farming
Kisumu forum champions conversational AI to drive customer engagement, business competitiveness
Tech champions have rooted for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to ease operations and cut costs across the continent.
By 1 month ago
Kisumu forum champions conversational AI to drive customer engagement, business competitiveness
Local entrepreneurs get e-commerce training boost
Kenya stands as Africa’s third-largest e-commerce market, driven by rising internet penetration, a tech-savvy youth population, and mobile adoption rates exceeding 40 per cent.
By 1 month ago
Local entrepreneurs get e-commerce training boost
Ekeing out a living from unique artefacts made of bones, horns
Daniel Saoke has turned livestock bones and horns into beautiful handcrafts. He recently showcased his unique products at an exhibition held at the Kenyatta KICC Nairobi.
By 1 month ago
Ekeing out a living from unique artefacts made of bones, horns
Kenya hosts Science week to address effects of climate change on agriculture
Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi officially launched the CGIAR Science Week, co-hosted by KALRO.
By 1 month ago
Kenya hosts Science week to address effects of climate change on agriculture
Forum seeks to address effects of climate change on agriculture
The effects of climate change and extreme weather conditions are increasingly threatening agriculture, the backbone of Kenya’s economy.
By 1 month ago
Forum seeks to address effects of climate change on agriculture
AGRA partners with Green Climate Fund to launch post-harvest food losses programme
Christened RE-GAIN, the initiative is expected to support and drive adoption of food loss solutions across the continent.
By 1 month ago
AGRA partners with Green Climate Fund to launch post-harvest food losses programme
Fresh push to give women a voice in Africa's agriculture
Across Africa, women are the backbone of agriculture, responsible for producing over 60 per cent of the continent’s food.
By 1 month ago
Fresh push to give women a voice in Africa's agriculture
Fresh push to give women a voice in Africa's agriculture
Across Africa, women are the backbone of agriculture, responsible for producing over 60 per cent of the continent’s food.
By 1 month ago
Fresh push to give women a voice in Africa's agriculture
Gladys Shollei: Why is Kenya approving pesticides banned in Europe and the US?
Similarly, when certain hormonal therapies were found to cause ovarian and breast cancer in women, gynaecologists didn’t wait for further research.
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Gladys Shollei: Why is Kenya approving pesticides banned in Europe and the US?
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Puzzle of Mitahato village where everyone speaks French fluently
It is perhaps the only place outside Francophone countries where it is spoken so widely. Last week, the village hosted a delegation from the French Embassy.
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Puzzle of Mitahato village where everyone speaks French fluently
EA to get Sh141m for water sector skills development
Global Water Center (GWC) has started the launch of a new project aimed at improving access to safely managed water across East Africa.
By 2 months ago
EA to get Sh141m for water sector skills development
Mentor girls to pursue stem courses, professionals told
Women professionals have been urged to mentor young girls in pursuing careers in traditionally male-dominated fields to help bridge the gender gap in these industries.
By 2 months ago
Mentor girls to pursue stem courses, professionals told
A new era for Kenya and Chile to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties
Kenya-Chile trade and investment relations look brighter after both nations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties.
By 2 months ago
A new era for Kenya and Chile to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties
Only 20 per cent of Kenya's soil fit for cultivation
A new report has raised concerns over the state of agricultural soil in Kenya, revealing that only 20% of the country’s soil is suitable for food production.
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Only 20 per cent of Kenya's soil fit for cultivation
Lender, UN-backed agency team up to boost remittances to rural areas
Credit Bank has launched the sacco cash pickup portal remittance service solution to enhance the speed, affordability, and accessibility of overseas remittances for Kenyans in rural areas.
By 2 months ago
Lender, UN-backed agency team up to boost remittances to rural areas
County bets on value addition to drive up agribusiness
A sizeable crowd mills around a huge banana at one of the stalls at the recent 8th Africa Agric Expo 2025, held at the KICC in Nairobi.
By 2 months ago
County bets on value addition to drive up agribusiness
BAT to pay Sh50 dividend despite 19pc profit dip
BAT Kenya has reported a 19 per cent drop in pretax profit due to a rise in financing costs, but has maintained its strong dividend policy for the year ended December 31, 2024.
By 3 months ago
BAT to pay Sh50 dividend despite 19pc profit dip
Asset financier injects Sh25b into economy
Regional asset financier Mogo has issued its 150,000th loan to individuals and businesses with the firm having invested over Sh25 billion into the Kenyan economy in the past six years.
By 3 months ago
Asset financier injects Sh25b into economy
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Teacher's initiative transforms local agriculture and nutrition
Dominic Orina’s vegetable farming project at Kugerwet Primary School is impacting local nutrition and attitudes towards agriculture.
By 3 months ago
Teacher's initiative transforms local agriculture and nutrition
Inaugural drive to combat climate change unveiled
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) has announced the selection of 50 female professionals working on climate solutions to join its inaugural Climate Action Fellowship.
By 3 months ago
Inaugural drive to combat climate change unveiled
Fusion Estates taps ex-Mhasibu Housing CEO to drive its growth
Local real estate company Fusion Estates has announced the appointment of Morris Njagi as its new chief executive officer, effective February 4, 2025.
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Fusion Estates taps ex-Mhasibu Housing CEO to drive its growth
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Investors in poultry bet on animal welfare to access more markets
Poultry farmers and investors looking to access more markets and maximise their profits must prioritise animal welfare practices.
By 3 months ago
Investors in poultry bet on animal welfare to access more markets
How community health promoters are driving immunization success in Wajir
Some CHPs face challenges tracking nomadic communities as they move long distances. It’s costly to follow these households, especially when they travel far.
By 3 months ago
How community health promoters are driving immunization success in Wajir
State boosts CHPs work with stipends, gadgets and training
By bringing healthcare closer to homes, CHPs play a vital role in improving access to healthcare services for marginalized populations in rural areas. 
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State boosts CHPs work with stipends, gadgets and training
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Regulator in new push to raise informal dairy sector standards
Kenya’s informal dairy sector accounts for nearly three-quarters of the country’s milk supply, playing a critical role in the economy and providing nutrition to millions of households affordably.
By 3 months ago
Regulator in new push to raise informal dairy sector standards
State to publish amended ICT Bill as cybercrime threats rise
The government is getting ready to publish the amended draft of the ICT Authority Bill, 2024 for another round of public hearings.
By 4 months ago
State to publish amended ICT Bill as cybercrime threats rise
Help transform Nairobi into smart city, resident associations told
Resident associations have the potential to transform Nairobi into a modern and smart city, Jubilee Holdings Ltd Group CEO Julius Kipng’etich has said.
By 5 months ago
Help transform Nairobi into smart city, resident associations told
KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme
The Kenya Development Corporation hosted an exchange programme under the Drive (de-risking, inclusion, and value enhancement) project, designed to address challenges faced by pastoralists.
By 5 months ago
KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme