Absa Bank Kenya Reports 28% Surge in Profits, Declares Kshs. 9.5B Dividend

Absa Bank Kenya Chief Financial Officer Yusuf Omari, Chairman, Board of Directors Charles Muchene, and Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamed during the release of Absa Bank Kenya’s full-year 2024 financial results during which the bank announced a net profit of KES. 20.9 billion Absa Bank Kenya PLC has posted a robust financial performance for the…

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Susan Nakhumicha amongst New Ambassadors Nominees in Latest Diplomatic Appointments

President William Ruto has nominated a new group of envoys to represent Kenya in key diplomatic missions abroad, signaling a strategic move in the country’s foreign relations. In the latest appointments, Former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has been nominated as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). Peter Tum has…

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Civil Society Urges Vigilance in Protecting Kenya’s Food Sovereignty

From left- Jecinter Agunja, Coalition for Grassroots Human Rights Defenders; Sylvanus Kasiti, Civil Society Reference Group; Asker Akinyi, a farmer; Ann Maina, BIBA; and Elizabeth Atieno, Greenpeace Africa. Greenpeace Africa, Kenya Peasants League, and BIBA Kenya have hailed the recent court ruling on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) as a major victory for food sovereignty in…

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Kenya Cane delivered an electrifying celebration of music, culture, and togetherness at the True Kenyan Fest Meru Edition, held at Terah’s Club, Makutano, this past weekend. The event brought the vibrant central Kenya culture to life, immersing attendees in an unforgettable night of exhilarating performances, traditional experiences, and a true showcase of the Kenyan spirit….

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Kenya Airways Partners with WRC Safari Rally 2025 to Boost Sports Tourism

Kenya Airways (KQ) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sports tourism by partnering with the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally 2025. The collaboration aims to position Kenya as a premier destination for motorsport enthusiasts and safari adventurers. Scheduled for March 20-23, 2025, in Nairobi and Naivasha, the rally is expected to attract 50 participants…

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Kenya Hosts Launch of WFEO Engineering Capacity Building for Africa Programme

Kenya has taken a significant step toward strengthening Africa’s engineering capacity with the launch of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations’ (WFEO) Engineering Capacity Building for Africa Programme (ECBAP). The initiative, inaugurated by Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) President, Eng. Shammah Kiteme, aims to enhance engineering education, foster innovation, and promote sustainable development across…

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Old Mutual Group Reports KES 1.1 Billion Profit Surge in 2024 Amid Strategic Growth and Cost Efficiency

Old Mutual Group has posted a significant KES 1.1 billion increase in profit after tax from continuing operations for the year 2024, marking a substantial rise from KES 0.2 billion in 2023 to KES 1.3 billion. This impressive growth is attributed to strong performances in asset management, underwriting gains from its insurance businesses, and solid…

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Kenya’s Youth-Led Push for a National Action Plan on Peace and Security Gains Momentum

Youth leaders, government officials, and civil society representatives have converged in Nairobi to accelerate efforts toward establishing Kenya’s first-ever National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS). The initiative seeks to provide young people with a structured framework to actively participate in governance, security, and economic growth while addressing challenges such as unemployment, disengagement,…

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Bata Kenya Donates 355 Pairs of Shoes to Support Schoolchildren in Salgaa

Group photo In a significant boost to child well-being and education, Bata Shoe Kenya PLC in partnership with World Vision Kenya( WVK) has donated 355 pairs of school shoes to students at Chepseon and Belbur Primary Schools in Salgaa, Nakuru County,aims to improve school attendance, comfort, and self-esteem among learners from vulnerable backgrounds. Bata Shoe…

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