Global executive networking organisation CorporateConnections has launched its Kenya chapter, becoming the latest entrant in the country’s growing ecosystem of high-level business forums. The move marks the group’s expansion into its 34th market, reflecting Kenya’s increasing influence as a regional business hub. CorporateConnections, which connects chief executives and enterprise leaders […]
StarTimes is refreshing its entertainment lineup with a bold revamp of two audience favorites — Hello Mr. Right and Gangs of Manila — as part of its new emotion-driven digital TV strategy aimed at captivating modern viewers. Themed “More Love. Bigger Action. Redefining StarTimes Entertainment,” the network’s latest programming direction […]
KCB Group Plc has announced plans to acquire a minority stake in Pesapal Limited, a leading payment service provider licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). In a statement dated October 31, 2025, the lender said it had entered into an agreement to invest in Pesapal, marking a strategic […]
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has cautioned the public against engaging with its customer service account on X (formerly Twitter) after it was hacked by unknown individuals. In a statement released on Friday, October 31, KRA said its official handle, @KRACare, had been compromised and renamed “@Standx_Officiel” by the hackers, […]
Music isn’t just something Gen Zs and young millennials listen to, it’s how they connect. Spotify’s Blend feature is fueling this connection, merging the listening habits of one or more friends into one evolving playlist that updates daily. It’s become the new language of friendship, and it’s catching on fast […]
The sixth edition of Pwani Innovation Week (PIW) 2025 has officially kicked off in Mombasa, bringing together youth, innovators, policymakers, and development partners to drive inclusive growth and sustainability across Kenya’s coastal region. Held under the theme “Pwani Re-Imagined: Youth Agency, Innovation & Sustainability of Coastal Economies,” this year’s forum […]
The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has introduced a new unsecured digital overdraft facility called “Kamilisha”, positioning itself to compete closely with Equity Bank Kenya’s “Boostika” and Safaricom’s “Fuliza” services. According to the bank, the new product allows individuals and businesses to complete transactions even when their account balance is insufficient. […]
BNI, one of Nairobi’s most dynamic business networking communities, will host an exclusive Financial Literacy Dinner on Friday, 7th November 2025, at the Movenpick Hotel, Nairobi. Themed “Money, Money Everywhere, and Nothing in the Pocket,” the event seeks to spark open and honest conversations around financial literacy, wealth […]
Zoho, a global technology company, today announced the launch of new agentic AI features across three key product categories—collaboration, customer experience, and human resources. These new capabilities are designed to help businesses enhance productivity, automate routine tasks, and focus on higher-value work. The features are available immediately at no additional […]
October 16th, Berlin, Germany Malengo, a non-profit organization enabling international educational migration and economic empowerment for young people from East Africa, today announced it has secured $12.9 million in funding from The Shapiro Foundation. Structured as an innovative impact investment, the funding will allow Malengo to significantly expand its vocational training and […]
