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Nanjinia Wamuswa

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.

Fusion Estates taps ex-Mhasibu Housing CEO to drive its growth

Investors in poultry bet on animal welfare to access more markets

Investors in poultry bet on animal welfare to access more markets

How community health promoters are driving immunization success in Wajir

How community health promoters are driving immunization success in Wajir

State boosts CHPs work with stipends, gadgets and training

State boosts CHPs work with stipends, gadgets and training

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.

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.

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.

KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

Stakeholders admit many cooperatives lack effective risk mitigation strategies. Players attribute the lack of strategies to ineptitude among directors and top managers.

By 2 months ago

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

Saccos urged to strengthen risk management to safeguard their resources

More than 90% of Saccos in the country lack effective risk identification and mitigation strategies, a situation that could lead to increased losses of members’ funds.

By 2 months ago

Saccos urged to strengthen risk management to safeguard their resources

Phone financiers hit big as borrowers bypass security locks to evade payment

Kenya’s asset financing market has significantly reshaped access to essential tools like smartphones, offering millions of low-income earners a lifeline to the digital economy.

By 2 months ago

Phone financiers hit big as borrowers bypass security locks to evade payment

Healthcare workers receive oxygen safety training

Amid increasing demand for oxygen in public hospitals, the workers are being taken trained on handling protocols to ensure the safety of both patients and healthcare providers.

By 2 months ago

Healthcare workers receive oxygen safety training

Co-op Bank tops industry at IT awards

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya was named the winner in the banking sector at this year’s CIO100 Awards.

By 2 months ago

Co-op Bank tops industry at IT awards

NGO to construct gender-safe houses in five counties

As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence continues, Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) said it will also strengthen 48 existing ones across 15 counties.

By 2 months ago

NGO to construct gender-safe houses in five counties

Reforms boost market access, earnings for coffee farmers

Coffee market stakeholders say there has been significant improvement in the commodity's trading since the reopening of Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) in August last year.

By 2 months ago

Reforms boost market access, earnings for coffee farmers

Clergy now back GMOs after learning process

Clergy in Kiambu urges government to invest in GMOs after meeting scientists from KUBICO; calls for accurate information to combat myths on GMO crop safety.

By 2 months ago

Clergy now back GMOs after learning process

Time bomb: Millions of lives left exposed as safety rules gather dust

When this year ends, one of the most memorable tragedies will be the Hillside Endarasha Academy fire that claimed the lives of 21 students and left lifetime scars on survivors and parents.

By 2 months ago

Time bomb: Millions of lives left exposed as safety rules gather dust

Inside Sh81.3b Nairobi County housing development plan

The Nairobi City County targets to develop 10,000 units in its Annual Development Plan for the financial year 2025/26.

By 2 months ago

Inside Sh81.3b Nairobi County housing development plan

KRA in fresh plan to weed out graft at port

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has initiated a business process reengineering effort to combat long-standing corruption schemes at the Mombasa port.

By 2 months ago

KRA in fresh plan to weed out graft at port

Middle East, Asian firms major attractions at the Construction Expo

More than 150 local and international companies showcased their products and services at the Big 5 Construct Kenya expo held at Sarit Centre on November 6-8.

By 2 months ago

Middle East, Asian firms major attractions at the Construction Expo

New digital marketplace to boost businesses visibility, grow customer base

A digital marketplace designed to connect businesses to their markets in Africa through access to vendors has been launched in Nairobi.

By 3 months ago

New digital marketplace to boost businesses visibility, grow customer base

Kenya tour to shine light on women-led tech innovations

Kenya’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape is expected to benefit from a regional tour that will further solidify its position as a leader in African fintech and agritech innovation.

By 3 months ago

Kenya tour to shine light on women-led tech innovations

HF Group gets CMA nod to raise to Sh6 billion via rights issue

Listed firm HF Group has received regulatory approval from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to raise Sh6 billion through a rights issue.

By 3 months ago

HF Group gets CMA nod to raise to Sh6 billion via rights issue

World Bank agency, insurer in bid to boost investments in Africa

The partnership will seek to improve joint project due diligence efficiency, maximising cost savings and eliminating duplication.

By 3 months ago

World Bank agency, insurer in bid to boost investments in Africa

Northern Corridor gears up for historic Heads of State summit

Initiated in 2013, the NCIP has served as a platform for the Presidents of member countries to spearhead major regional infrastructure projects.

By 3 months ago

Northern Corridor gears up for historic Heads of State summit

Innovator rolls out cargo app for importers

Apexloads provides a subscription platform where cargo brokers and transporters create their profiles and share information about cargo.

By 3 months ago

Innovator rolls out cargo app for importers

Saccos lauded as frontiers to poverty reduction

Savings and credit co-operative societies (Saccos) have been recognised as vital avenues for saving and investing, particularly for Kenya’s middle and low-income earners.

By 3 months ago

Saccos lauded as frontiers to poverty reduction

Dutch-funded agency, lender in Sh283m deal to empower women in global trade

The partnership will see the launch of a series of activities that will aim to enhance women’s access to finance and facilitate their entry and expansion in international markets.

By 3 months ago

Dutch-funded agency, lender in Sh283m deal to empower women in global trade

New project to boost Kenya's food security through tech

The Farm’Innov project, a cooperation and technical assistance initiative between Kenya and France, has officially launched with a busy schedule of events.

By 3 months ago

New project to boost Kenya's food security through tech

Insurance drive helps residents pick up pieces after floods

Britam, in partnership with Oxfam and Swiss Re, introduced the Index-Based Flood Insurance (IBFI) to the region.

By 5 months ago

Insurance drive helps residents pick up pieces after floods

Little revises rates to boost drivers' earnings

The firm said the rate adjustment will ensure drivers earn a fairer wage and also helps ensure the reliability, convenience, and safety of the services offered by Little to its Clients.

By 5 months ago

Little revises rates to boost drivers' earnings

Shelter Afrique Bank and CPF Group to partner in affordable housing

Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB), a Pan-African institution committed to financing and advancing housing, urban, and related infrastructure development.

By 5 months ago

Shelter Afrique Bank and CPF Group to partner in affordable housing

WASH interventions help reduce waterborne disease rates in schools

WHO warns that contaminated water and poor sanitation are linked to transmission of diseases such as cholera, diarrhoea, dysentery, hepatitis A, typhoid and polio.

By 5 months ago

WASH interventions help reduce waterborne disease rates in schools

Lenders lobby welcomes AU decision on creditor status

The ministers rooted for the establishment of AU financial institutions, including the African Monetary Institute and the African Financial Stability Mechanism.

By 5 months ago

Lenders lobby welcomes AU decision on creditor status

US embassy, firm to boost transition to e-mobility

The United States (US) and asset financier Mogo have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Kenya‘s efforts in transitioning to electric mobility (e-mobility) as a shared priority.

By 5 months ago

US embassy, firm to boost transition to e-mobility

Firms partner to offer new cover for travellers

mTek, a Kenya-based digital insurance platform, has teamed up with BuuPass to offer travel insurance coverage for travellers against any travel-related damages.

By 5 months ago

Firms partner to offer new cover for travellers

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.

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.

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.

KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

Stakeholders admit many cooperatives lack effective risk mitigation strategies. Players attribute the lack of strategies to ineptitude among directors and top managers.

By 2 months ago

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

Saccos urged to strengthen risk management to safeguard their resources

More than 90% of Saccos in the country lack effective risk identification and mitigation strategies, a situation that could lead to increased losses of members’ funds.

By 2 months ago

Saccos urged to strengthen risk management to safeguard their resources

Phone financiers hit big as borrowers bypass security locks to evade payment

Kenya’s asset financing market has significantly reshaped access to essential tools like smartphones, offering millions of low-income earners a lifeline to the digital economy.

By 2 months ago

Phone financiers hit big as borrowers bypass security locks to evade payment

Healthcare workers receive oxygen safety training

Amid increasing demand for oxygen in public hospitals, the workers are being taken trained on handling protocols to ensure the safety of both patients and healthcare providers.

By 2 months ago

Healthcare workers receive oxygen safety training

Co-op Bank tops industry at IT awards

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya was named the winner in the banking sector at this year’s CIO100 Awards.

By 2 months ago

Co-op Bank tops industry at IT awards

NGO to construct gender-safe houses in five counties

As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence continues, Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) said it will also strengthen 48 existing ones across 15 counties.

By 2 months ago

NGO to construct gender-safe houses in five counties

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