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Equity Group Foundation Hosts 16th Annual Education and Leadership Congress for Over 18,000 Scholars

Equity Group Foundation (EGF) is hosting its 16th Annual Education and Leadership Congress, bringing together 18,442 Wings to Fly and Elimu scholars across 11 regions during the April school holidays. Among them are 2,512 refugee scholars from Dadaab and Kakuma camps, reflecting the program’s commitment to inclusive education. Held under the theme “The Innovation Generation:…

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Kenya Airways Appoints Cargo Industry Expert Fitsum Abadi to Spearhead Freight Operations During Major Growth Push

Kenya Airways has appointed aviation industry veteran Fitsum Abadi Gebrehawaria as its new Cargo Director, signaling a bold step in the airline’s strategy to scale up its freight operations and tap into emerging cargo markets. Abadi, who brings more than 25 years of experience in the aviation and logistics sector, is expected to spearhead growth…

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Kenya Takes Center Stage at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai with Bold Vision for Global Impact

Kenya is making a powerful statement on the global stage as it officially launches its participation in Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, Japan, under the compelling theme “Kenya Rising: From the Bottom Up.” Spearheaded by the Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA), the initiative puts the country’s cultural vibrancy, economic transformation, and sustainability-driven innovations on…

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Morocco to Cement Its Status as Africa’s Tech Powerhouse at GITEX AFRICA 2025

Morocco will once again play a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s digital landscape. As the country continues to develop as a tech-driven hub, it has become a regional reference for the continent’s recognition as global force in technology – with innovation and AI at its core. That was the message delivered by a panel of…

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PMI Partners with GPM in Strategic Move to Integrate Sustainability into Global Project Management

In a strategic move set to reshape the future of project management, the Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading authority for project professionals, has signed a landmark agreement with Green Project Management (GPM) to form a new joint venture focused on advancing sustainable and regenerative project practices. Under the agreement, PMI acquires a majority…

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Kenya-Germany Relations Strengthen as International Business Leaders Eye Deeper Collaboration

Dr. Matthias Leder, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Gießen-Friedberg, Germany speaking during a WCF press briefing. The strong and growing ties between Kenya and Germany were once again affirmed during the ongoing international business forum in Nairobi, with a clear call for enhanced cooperation between the two nations. Dr. Matthias Leder,…

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Kenya Airways Rolls Out NDC Content on Amadeus Travel Platform, Boosting Digital Retailing Capabilities

Kenya Airways (KQ) has officially launched the distribution of its New Distribution Capability (NDC)-sourced content to travel agents in Kenya through the Amadeus Travel Platform, marking a significant step in the airline’s digital transformation and retail strategy. This move follows Kenya Airways’ adoption of the Altéa NDC solution, a system designed to streamline the distribution…

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adidas Originals Unveils First Standalone Store in Nairobi at Westgate Mall

Global sportswear giant adidas has officially opened its first adidas Originals standalone store in Kenya at the Westgate Mall, Westlands, marking a major milestone in the brand’s retail expansion across East Africa. The new store, launched in partnership with WAMA International Group, promises a premium lifestyle retail experience, offering a wide range of adidas Originals…

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KCB Bank Partners with Mi Vida Homes to Boost Affordable Housing in Kenya

KCB Bank Kenya has inked a strategic partnership with real estate developer Mi Vida Homes in a major push to accelerate the development of eco-friendly, affordable housing across the country. The collaboration is set to support the government’s Affordable Housing Programme, aiming to close the housing deficit by increasing access to quality homes at competitive…

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Kenya Airways to Host Landmark IATA Ground Handling Conference, a First for Africa

Kenya Airways (KQ), the national carrier and a leading player in Africa’s aviation industry, is set to make history as it hosts the prestigious 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) in Nairobi from 13th to 15th May 2025. This marks the first time the high-profile aviation summit will be held on the African continent.The announcement…

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