Topic: Africa
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....
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...
Kenyans on high alert as online account breaches surge six fold in a year
Jul 04, 2024 at 12:33 PM
Kenyans are being urged to be vigilant as data from a Netherlands-based virtual private networks firm, Surfshark, reveals a worrying trend: online account breaches in the country h...
Sanlam Group unveils shortlist for 2023-2024 Financial Journalism Awards
Jun 26, 2024 at 08:05 PM
The Sanlam Group, in collaboration with Santam, has revealed the shortlist for the esteemed Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism for the 2023-2024 cycle....
Nation Media Group announces another round of layoffs as digital strategy struggles
Jun 08, 2024 at 01:48 AM
Nation Media Group (NMG) has announced another round of layoffs, set to take effect on June 14th, 2024, as part of its ongoing efforts to navigate the rapidly evolving media landsc...
ANTHONY HUTIA: How Samsung is leading drive for environmental sustainability
Jun 06, 2024 at 05:32 PM
As the urgency to combat climate change escalates, technology companies are uniquely positioned to drive environmental sustainability....
PS Paul Rono calls for renewed focus on CAADP for Africa’s agricultural future
May 22, 2024 at 11:52 AM
Agriculture PS Paul Rono has underscored the urgent need for a renewed focus on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) to address the multifaceted chall...
Kenya ranks among top African nations in millionaire population, report finds
Apr 19, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Kenya has secured its place among the top African countries with a significant population of millionaires, following South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria, according to the recently rel...
Safaricom injects Sh20 million to power up the Connected Africa Summit 2024
Apr 18, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Telecommunications giant Safaricom has pledged its significant support to the upcoming Connected Africa Summit 2024, taking place at Uhuru Gardens Nairobi, from Monday to Thursday ...
TikTok champions Kenya's creative economy and unveils safety initiatives
Apr 11, 2024 at 03:18 PM
TikTok, the global social media platform, reaffirmed its dedication to Kenya's creative economy and online safety during a session with Kenyan legislators on April 9, 2024....
Google Cloud appoints Noor Al-Sulaiti to lead security expansion in META region
Apr 04, 2024 at 01:26 PM
Google Cloud has appointed Noor Al-Sulaiti, a telecommunications and technology veteran, as the new Head of Security Business Development and Government Relations for the Middle Ea...
Pure Storage expands to Kenya, vowing green revolution in data storage
Mar 28, 2024 at 02:26 PM
American data storage giant Pure Storage has set its sights on Kenya, aiming to revolutionize data storage solutions across the African continent....
Uber Comfort unveiled in strategic bid to elevate ride-hailing experience in Nairobi
Mar 06, 2024 at 09:49 PM
Uber has unveiled a premium ride option in Nairobi, offering riders a more comfortable and customizable journey experience....
KQ, Vietnam Airlines renew codeshare partnership, enhancing travel options
Feb 22, 2024 at 04:56 PM
Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ), has joined hands with Vietnam Airlines to breathe new life into their codeshare partnership, marking a pivotal moment in enhancing t...
Kenya unveils lucrative Sh10 billion tax incentive to propel industrial growth
Feb 16, 2024 at 12:37 AM
With a hefty 10 billion shillings (approximately $65.5 million USD) as the minimum investment threshold, Kenya has unveiled a strategic package of tax incentives aimed at attractin...
TradeMark Africa gets Sh9.8 billion grant for sustainable, inclusive trade initiatives
Feb 13, 2024 at 03:06 PM
TradeMark Africa, a leading aid-for-trade organization, secured a substantial $63 million (Sh9.8 billion) grant from the Netherlands....
Bolt launches innovative rider verification feature to enhance driver safety
Dec 20, 2023 at 08:06 PM
In a strategic move to enhance safety measures within its platform, Bolt, a key player in the online cab-hailing sector in Africa, has unveiled its latest safety innovation through...