Topic: Africa
Kenya’s African exports hit Sh248.7 billion, climbing 26 per cent on robust trade ties
Nov 05, 2024 at 02:13 PM
Kenya has recorded an impressive 26 per cent surge in its exports to African nations over the first seven months of 2024, driven by an increase in shipments and bolstered bilateral...
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Safaricom conference pushes for more investment to tame cybersecurity threats
Oct 31, 2024 at 07:15 AM
Amid a backdrop of rising cyber attacks in Africa, Safaricom gathered nearly 500 leaders and professionals for a two-day Cybersecurity Summit in Nairobi, urging organisations, gove...
Airtel Africa posts sharp growth despite currency challenges in HY 2024 results
Oct 28, 2024 at 07:04 PM
Airtel Africa has reported a robust operational performance for the half-year ending September 30, 2024, revealing a 19.9 per cent revenue increase in constant currency despite a c...
AU calls for MSME innovation in Continental Free Trade Area opportunities
Sep 12, 2024 at 11:28 AM
The African Union (AU) has challenged African startups and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to seize the vast opportunities presented by the African Continental F...
Fortified Whole Grain Alliance launched to tackle malnutrition across Africa
Sep 09, 2024 at 01:24 PM
A groundbreaking coalition, the Fortified Whole Grain Alliance (FWGA), has launched with an ambitious goal of reaching 10 million people across seven African countries by 2025. The...
Ruto calls for stronger China-Africa partnership to drive economic growth
Sep 05, 2024 at 11:42 PM
In a passionate appeal for a stronger partnership between China and Africa, President William Ruto has called on China to step up its efforts to help African nations access crucial...
China unveils ambitious Sh6.5 trillion billion partnership plan for Africa
Sep 05, 2024 at 09:07 PM
In a bold and expansive gesture, China has launched a new initiative to support Africa with a remarkable Sh6.5 trillion ($50 billion) in financial aid over the next three years....
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UK, Kenya-lead regional summit sparks fresh commitments to disability inclusion
Sep 05, 2024 at 06:33 PM
In a vibrant convergence of global leaders and advocates, Nairobi played host to a groundbreaking regional summit on Thursday, focused on “Persons with Disabilities in a Post-Pan...
Ruto seeks to strengthen Kenya-China ties as he attends FOCAC Summit
Sep 02, 2024 at 05:54 PM
President William Ruto has arrived in Beijing to attend the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit, a significant event aimed at fortifying the relationship between A...
TikTok launches Sub-Saharan Africa safety council to foster online trust
Aug 23, 2024 at 11:21 AM
In a significant step towards enhancing user safety in Sub-Saharan Africa, popular video-sharing platform TikTok has introduced its inaugural Safety Advisory Council for the region...
Bolt teams up with Hakki Africa to boost vehicle ownership for ride-hailing drivers
Aug 20, 2024 at 05:46 PM
In a groundbreaking move set to transform the ride-hailing industry in Africa, Bolt, the continent's leading on-demand mobility company, has announced a strategic partnership with ...
BNI convention in Naivasha sparks networking and growth across Africa
Aug 19, 2024 at 05:59 PM
Over 400 entrepreneurs and business leaders from across Africa and beyond converged in Naivasha for the highly anticipated BNI Convention, a gathering that has become a cornerstone...
Safaricom's marks milestone 5G network expansion with 1,114 sites countrywide
Aug 13, 2024 at 10:21 AM
Safaricom has achieved a significant milestone in its 5G network expansion, reaching 1,114 sites across Kenya....
World Lung Cancer Day: AstraZeneca pioneers new era of care in Africa
Aug 02, 2024 at 12:58 PM
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has pledged to bolster its efforts in combating lung cancer in Africa, a region grappling with a disproportionately high burden of the disease....
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GILBERT MANIRAKIZA: Let's champion Africa's rise in the global manufacturing
Aug 01, 2024 at 08:04 PM
For the past twenty years, the "Made in China" label has dominated the global marketplace....
Danger on wheels: COMESA raises alarm on faulty airbags in imported vehicles
Jul 23, 2024 at 11:55 PM
A looming crisis is unfolding in the East African region as a regional watchdog raises the alarm over potentially deadly airbags in millions of vehicles circulating within its bord...
Historic agreement strengthens fight against neglected tropical diseases in Africa
Jul 23, 2024 at 02:06 PM
The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) have joined forces in a landmark partnership aimed at eliminating a scour...
Qatar Airways expands African reach with increased flights to Entebbe
Jul 12, 2024 at 02:03 PM
Qatar Airways is set to bolster its presence in Africa with an enhanced flight schedule to Entebbe, Uganda, adding three more flights per week to its existing daily service....
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Busu Naturals takes top prize, Sh2.5 milion in She's Next grant competition
Jul 11, 2024 at 07:00 PM
Busu Naturals, a Kenyan SME specialising in natural emollients for sensitive African skin, emerged victorious in the inaugural She's Next Kenya Grant Competition....
TZ’s Amsons Group sets historic record with bid to acquire Bamburi Cement
Jul 11, 2024 at 02:27 PM
Amsons Group, a renowned Tanzanian conglomerate, has made a landmark move in East African trade relations by issuing a binding offer to acquire up to 100 per cent of Bamburi Cement...
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