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Family Bank Shareholders Approve Plan to List on the Nairobi Securities Exchange

NAIROBI, Kenya, October 27, 2025 – Family Bank has taken a major step towards joining the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) after shareholders unanimously approved the lender’s plan to list, marking a pivotal milestone in its journey toward achieving Tier One status. The listing, slated for 2026, will be executed through a listing by introduction a…

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Merishaw School Soars in Academic Excellence and Regional Growth with Equity Bank Partnership

Kajiado, October 27, 2025 — Merishaw School, a fast-rising academic institution located along the Isinya–Namanga Road in Kajiado County, is redefining excellence through a strategic partnership with Equity Bank Kenya. The collaboration, now in its third phase, continues to support the school’s expansion and growing regional influence. Equity Bank Managing Director Moses Nyabanda and his…

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Kenya Diaspora Alliance Champions New Medical Cover for Kenyans Abroad

Partnership with Kenbright, Jubilee, and Bupa Global Set to Transform Healthcare Access for Diaspora Families Nairobi, Kenya — October 27, 2025- The Kenya Diaspora Alliance (KDA) has taken a bold step toward improving the welfare of Kenyans living abroad through the launch of two groundbreaking medical insurance products designed specifically for the diaspora community. The…

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Jamia Mosque Marks 100 Years with Historic Photo Exhibition in Nairobi

NAIROBI, October 27, 2025 – The Jamia Mosque Committee has launched a special photo exhibition to celebrate 100 years of Jamia Mosque’s remarkable journey  a century defined by faith, community service, and leadership at the heart of Nairobi. The exhibition, running from October 27 to 30, 2025, at the Jamia Mosque Multipurpose Hall, offers a…

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“WAKATI WETU: It’s Our Time” Africa’s First Reparations Festival Opens in Nairobi

The serene grounds of Entim Sidai Wellness Sanctuary in Karen came alive on Wednesday as Africa’s first-ever continental reparations festival opened in Nairobi. The two-day event titled “Wakati Wetu: It’s Our Time To Resist, Repair and Reclaim” marks a historic moment in Africa’s collective journey toward reparatory justice, bringing together art, activism, and scholarship under…

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Africa Launches First-Ever Reparations Festival in Nairobi to Champion Justice and Renewal

Nairobi, October 22, 2025 — On Wednesday the artists, scholars, and activists from across Africa converged for the continent’s first-ever Reparations Festival  Wakati Wetu (Swahili for “It’s Our Time”). Themed “To Resist, Repair, and Reclaim,” to mark a historic moment in Africa’s growing reparatory justice movement. The two-day festival organized by African Futures Lab, Baraza Media…

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Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways Partner to Expand Global Connectivity

Doha/Nairobi, October 23, 2025 — Kenya Airways (KQ) and Qatar Airways have unveiled a new codeshare partnership set to enhance connectivity between Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in their strategic partnership signed earlier in July, signaling a strengthened alliance between the two national carriers. The implementation of…

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Tatu City Launches After-School AI Program to Nurture Kenya’s Next Generation of Digital Innovators

Tatu City has officially launched its After-School Artificial Intelligence (AI) Program under Tatu Reach, the city’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiative, marking a major step in promoting digital literacy among young learners. The launch coincided with the graduation of the first cohort of students who successfully completed a 13-week pilot course in front-end web…

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Big 5 Construct Kenya Makes a Comeback in Nairobi, Driving Opportunities in the Nation’s $20 Billion Building Industry

Kenya’s construction sector is set for a major boost as Big 5 Construct Kenya returns to the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi for its eighth edition from November 5 to 7, 2025, bringing together thousands of industry professionals and exhibitors from across the globe. The annual event, organized by dmg events, comes at a time…

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