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Nanjinia Wamuswa

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 23 days ago

State to publish amended ICT Bill as cybercrime threats rise

Help transform Nairobi into smart city, resident associations told

Help transform Nairobi into smart city, resident associations told

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 1 month ago

KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme

KDC strengthens livestock resilience through knowledge exchange programme

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 1 month ago

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

Saccos challenged to work on risk management to safeguard wealth

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 2 months ago

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 2 months ago

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

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 2 months ago

Saccos urged to strengthen risk management to safeguard their resources

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa, Graham Kajilwa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 5 months ago

Lenders lobby welcomes AU decision on creditor status

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 5 months ago

Firms partner to offer new cover for travellers

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 Nanjinia Wamuswa 5 months ago

US embassy, firm to boost transition to e-mobility

Program sharpens youths for entrepreneurship, job opportunities

The high demand for the training, with over 1000 applications but only 75 spots available, highlights its importance.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 6 months ago

Program sharpens youths for entrepreneurship, job opportunities

Firm bets on Sh1b financing to boost e-mobility adoption

Mogo is focusing on financing e-bikes and three-wheelers, making various brands of EVs accessible to Kenyans in Nairobi and other parts of the country.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 6 months ago

Firm bets on Sh1b financing to boost e-mobility adoption

Uncover successfully closes Sh180m seed funding round

Emerging beauty brand Uncover has successfully closed a $1.4 million (Sh180 million) Seed II funding round led by EQ2 Ventures and IgniteXL Ventures

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 6 months ago

Uncover successfully closes Sh180m seed funding round

Insurer, Workpay in deal to ease employees' access to motor cover

Digital insurance platform mTek has partnered with payroll solution firm Workpay to simplify access to motor insurance cover for employees on the Workpay system.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 6 months ago

Insurer, Workpay in deal to ease employees' access to motor cover

Wrong packaging solutions costing farmers up to 20 per cent in losses

Kenya is increasingly earning more from exporting fruits and flowers.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 7 months ago

Wrong packaging solutions costing farmers up to 20 per cent in losses

Agri challenge to boost youth innovation launched

Youth-led agritech innovations in Kenya get the opportunity to pitch for investment in their businesses to boost the income and productivity of smallholder farmers.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 7 months ago

Agri challenge to boost youth innovation launched

Firm enters into roofing materials market

Governor Wavinya Ndeti praised the company for choosing Machakos as its base.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 7 months ago

Firm enters into roofing materials market

From friendship to developers: Platform nets 150,000 users

The trio undertook to develop an application dubbed Chumz, that would enable people to start investing with as little as five shillings.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 7 months ago

From friendship to developers: Platform nets 150,000 users

Trained economist who found niche in fabricating machines

Maryanne says some of the machines are ideas researchers and institutions have brought to her to fabricate.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 8 months ago

Trained economist who found niche in fabricating machines

Nairobi to host global vegetable conference

The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is set to hold Veggies for Planet and People (V4P&P) international conference in Nairobi, starting Tuesday.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 8 months ago

Nairobi to host global vegetable conference

Pastoralists in Kajiado see light, back education of their children

NGO in Kajiado trains community members on importance of getting involved in the education of their children.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 8 months ago

Pastoralists in Kajiado see light, back education of their children

Brands prefer WhatsApp for customer help

WhatsApp is the top digital channel for conversational marketing in absolute numbers, driven by new features that enable customers to start and complete a purchase.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 9 months ago

Brands prefer WhatsApp for customer help

Varsity dons' cotton ginning innovation big win for farmers

Weighing 65kg, the micro gin can process up to 2 tonnes per day.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 9 months ago

Varsity dons' cotton ginning innovation big win for farmers

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