Business
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- Announcements
Ben Roberts Bids Farewell to Liquid Intelligent Technologies After 22 Years
Ben Roberts departs Liquid Intelligent Technologies after 22 years, leaving a legacy of innovation, leadership, and transformative impact on Africa's…
- Announcements
Safaricom Introduces Charges for Reverse Call Requests
Safaricom is changing how the reverse call feature works by introducing a new fee impacting millions of users who rely…
- Announcements
BNI Convention in Naivasha Highlights Networking and Business Growth
The BNI Convention in Naivasha brought together over 400 African entrepreneurs to network, collaborate, and explore strategies for business growth…
- How To/ Explained
Kenyan Businesses Can Now Run Ads on TikTok
Kenya's TikTok now allows business accounts to promote videos using TikTok coins, but service fees and limited access to ads…
- Announcements
FT Africa Summit 2024: Can Africa Lead the World in Sustainable Development?
Discover how the FT Africa Summit 2024 will spotlight Africa’s potential as a leader in sustainable development, featuring key voices…
- Announcements
Equity Bank Names Moses Nyabanda as Acting Managing Director
Moses Nyabanda Okoth's Managing Director Appointment Follows Scandal Reported by Daily Nation Involving KES 1.5 Billion Insider Fraud
- News
EADB Launches KES 892 Million Fund to Empower Kenyan SMEs
EADB launches a KES 892 million fund to support 1,300 Kenyan SMEs in sectors like agriculture, transport, commerce, and manufacturing.
- Interesting Reads
The End of Mobius Motors: Kenya’s Pioneering Automaker Shuts Down
Mobius Motors enters liquidation due to high import competition, lack of government support, taxation issues, and market readiness for SUVs.
- News
KRA Proposes New ‘Transaction Value’ Method for Valuing Used Cars
KRA proposes switching to Transaction Value for used car valuations, seeking public input to align with international and regional standards.
- Startups
Jobtech Alliance Adds Eight Platforms to Boost Employment in Africa
Discover how the Jobtech Alliance, Mercy Corps, and BFA Global are transforming Africa's employment landscape with innovative jobtech platforms aimed…
- Announcements
Mansa Launches DeFi Trade-Finance on Base Blockchain for Africa
Mansa launches trade-finance and cross-border payments on Base blockchain, enhancing financial access for African businesses through innovative DeFi solutions.
- Startups
Apply for Open Startup’s GROW Program to Secure $1M Funding
Apply for Open Startup's GROW Program to scale your African startup and secure $1M funding. Deadline: August 31.
- Startups
d.light Surpasses Expectations with Net Profit in Q2 2024
d.light solar provider achieves net income profitability in Q2 2024 driven by record-breaking quarterly revenue and improved operational efficiencies.
- Announcements
Major Changes in Safaricom’s Board of Directors: Ory Okolloh and Francesco Bianco Exit
Safaricom's Board of Directors sees the exit of Ory Okolloh and Francesco Bianco, with replacements to be announced soon.
- News
Sama Partners with University of Nairobi to Advance Generative AI Capabilities in Africa
Sama partners with the University of Nairobi to advance Generative AI, offering training and part-time employment for students and faculty.
