The demand for commercial laundry services in Kenya has grown tremendously over the last three years, with data from Opalnet Ltd, the leading distributor of LG Electronics (LG) products, indicating a 25% leap in uptake. This surge is driven by rapid urbanization, currently estimated at 4.5% annually, alongside an increasingly […]
Year: 2025
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has today unveiled a dynamic new initiative aimed at accelerating card usage and deepening customer engagement through digital payments. The three-month campaign, dubbed “Play Your Cards Right,” is designed to encourage both existing and new customers to embrace cashless transactions using the Absa Debit and Credit […]
The Board of the Financial Inclusion Fund (Hustler Fund) has announced the appointment of Mr. Henry K. Tanui as the Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Tanui takes over from Ms. Elizabeth Nkukuu, who has been heading the Fund since its inception. The Board acknowledges Ms. Nkukuu’s dedicated service and pioneering leadership, […]
Betting firm Betika has dismissed reports suggesting it was the victim of a cyberattack that led to the loss of Sh11 million, insisting its systems remain uncompromised and customer data secure. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the company clarified that it has not suffered any cybersecurity breach and is […]
Magistrate rules extended detention request unjustified; case to be mentioned in October.
The fight against sickle cell disease in western Kenya reached a major milestone on September 1 when Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) successfully performed its first red blood cell exchange therapy in partnership with The Nairobi West Hospital. The breakthrough procedure was carried out at JOOTRH’s Victoria […]
The National Treasury has confirmed that all ministries, state departments, independent offices, and commissions have had their budgets uploaded onto the government’s electronic procurement platform (e-GP), marking a major step in Kenya’s transition to digital procurement. In a circular dated September 1, 2025, Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets […]
Speculation is running wild in the mobile tech world over the rumored “Nokia Winner Max,” a smartphone concept that has been gaining significant traction across online platforms. Touted as a top-tier flagship device, the phone’s alleged specifications have been circulating, including a 6.8-inch Super AMOLED display, a powerful Snapdragon 8 […]
Bolt Market, the grocery delivery arm of leading mobility platform Bolt, has recorded 300% growth in orders since launching in December 2024. This remarkable trajectory highlights the rising demand for fast, affordable, and reliable grocery delivery in Kenya. Key drivers of Bolt Market’s success include its diverse product offering and the convenience […]
Baraza Media Lab on Friday commemorated its fifth anniversary with a bold reflection on its journey and a renewed commitment to shaping the future of Kenyan media. The Baraza@5 commemoration comes at a pivotal moment as the local media sector much like the rest of the globe, is threatened by […]
