The Kenyan government in liaison with Equity Bank, has committed to supporting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) through enhanced capacity building, improved access to financing and expanded market opportunities. Speaking at the second edition of the Annual SME Conference (Awards & Exhibition), Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Wycliffe Oparanya, underscored the critical role…
Java House, East Africa’s leading casual dining chain, has officially launched its first branch in Kisii Town, marking a major step toward its goal of 100 outlets across the region. The new branch, located at TotalEnergies in Kisii Town, is part of the brand’s strategic expansion aligned with its 25th anniversary. Speaking during the launch,…
Visa has appointed Tareq Muhmood as the new Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA). In this strategic leadership role, Muhmood will oversee Visa’s operations across 86 diverse and fast-growing markets, where the company serves over 1,800 clients through 23 local offices. Muhmood brings more than 30 years of…
Commercial banks in Kenya have elected KCB Group CEO Paul Russo as the new Chairperson of the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), the umbrella body that represents the interests of the country’s banking sector. The election took place during KBA’s Annual General Meeting held earlier today. Russo succeeds John Gachora, Managing Director of NCBA Group, who…
Huawei has officially launched its latest wearables in Kenya the stylish HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 and the ultra-light Band 10 setting a new benchmark for smart fitness technology in the country. Designed to seamlessly blend wellness, technology, and lifestyle, these devices promise to transform how Kenyans track their health, train, and explore. At just 27g,…
NCBA Bank has officially launched its 99th branch in Kawangware, reinforcing its commitment to expand financial access and support the growth of retail and SME customers in one of Nairobi’s most dynamic urban centers. The branch, operational since December 2024, has already made a strong mark serving over 130 customers daily, registering 1,106 new accounts…
GOTAAB Kalenjin Association (G.K.A.) is a registered nonprofit, non political welfare association founded in 2021 under the Societies Act of It’s mission is to empower individuals from all walks of life through unity, leadership training, economic empowerment, community development, and social outreach. While it’s name *“GOTAAB”* originates from the *Kalenjin language*, meaning *“Our Home”*, it…
Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in partnership with Safaricom’s youth platform, Safaricom Hook, has today celebrated the graduation of 300 young Kenyans from a transformative nationwide software development program. The initiative, launched in October 2024, is part of a broader effort to bridge the digital divide and cultivate a generation of homegrown tech innovators. Dubbed…
Glovo, a leading global technology platform, has signed a transformative Memorandum of Cooperation with Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, marking a significant stride toward accelerating the country’s digital transformation. The agreement, inked by Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua and Glovo CEO Oscar Pierre, is set to bolster inclusive growth, youth employment, and innovation…
Gobeba, a leading tech-driven logistics firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Proto Energy, one of the country’s largest LPG suppliers with the aim to revolutionize access to clean cooking energy in Kenya. The collaboration aims to ensure that customers access genuine, safe cooking gas conveniently and reliably. Speaking during the announcement, gobeba Co-Founder Peter…
