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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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NCBA Expands Presence With New Tatu City Branch to Boost Economic Growth

NCBA the team driving financial excellence at NCBA’s new Tatu City branch. NCBA Bank has officially launched its Tatu City branch, reinforcing its commitment to serving individuals and businesses in Kenya’s rapidly expanding urban and economic hubs. This strategic expansion aims to support the region’s booming manufacturing, SME, and real estate sectors. Tatu City, Kenya’s…

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XRP Healthcare Takes Over Pharma Ville to Transform Uganda’s Pharmaceutical Sector

XRP Healthcare, a global leader in healthcare innovation, has officially acquired Pharma Ville, a prominent retail and wholesale pharmacy chain in Uganda with its aim to transform healthcare delivery in emerging markets through integrating digital innovation with pharmaceutical distribution. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in XRP Healthcare’s expansion into Africa, broadening its presence beyond…

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Nairobi to Host Landmark Advanced Air Mobility Symposium, Pioneering Africa’s Aviation Future

Nairobi is poised to become Africa’s hub for aviation innovation as Fahari Aviation, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways PLC, hosts its inaugural Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Symposium on March 18–19, 2025. This high-profile event will bring together global aviation leaders, regulators, and investors to chart the future of AAM in Africa, focusing on regulatory frameworks,…

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SGA Security Donates Maternity Care Packs to Pumwani Hospital in Honor of International Women’s Day

In celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day, SGA Security extended a helping hand to new mothers at Pumwani Maternity Hospital in Nairobi by donating essential maternity items, including newborn care packs. The initiative aligns with the 2025 theme, #AccelerateAction, which advocates for the urgent removal of systemic barriers and biases affecting women.The donation, which…

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Absa Bank Flags Off Business Delegation to the U.S. for Investment Opportunities

Absa Bank Kenya has flagged off a delegation of Business Club members to the United States for a series of high-level business engagements aimed at unlocking investment opportunities, accessing new markets, and fostering strategic partnerships. The trip, scheduled for March 11–21, 2025, will enable Kenyan entrepreneurs to gain global market insights and exposure to best…

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