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Safaricom Hosts Innovation Day to Recruit Large Businesses

Safaricom recently hosted its flagship Innovation Day under the theme: “Powering What’s Next: AI, Resilience & Sustainable Innovation,” in amove expected to attract enterprise-grade customers in line with its a mission to transform from a telco to a techco. The firm saw at least 100 key decision-makers, technology partners, and enterprise customers attend the forum […]

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Britam posts Kshs 2.5 billion profit, records 11% growth in insurance revenue

Britam has posted a profit before tax of Kshs 2.5 billion, for the six-month period ended June 30, 2025 and saw an 11% growth in insurance revenue to Kshs 19.7 billion, reflecting strong momentum across both the Life and General insurance businesses. Interest and dividend income also grew by 16% to Kshs 10.6 billion, supported

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Dubai Airport Launches World’s First AI-Powered Passport Control Corridor

Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest hub for international passengers, recently unveiled a groundbreaking innovation: the world’s first AI-powered passenger corridor. This smart travel system allows travelers to walk through passport control in seconds—no documents needed. The Future of Travel at Dubai International Airport Dubai has long been recognized as a global leader in aviation

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Kenya and Germany renew cooperation aimed at strengthening the local automotive sector

Kenya and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their cooperation in supporting the local automotive industry to spur skills development, adoption of modern assembly technologies, and promotion of green mobility solutions. This was revealed by Germany Deputy Ambassador to Kenya and Trade Counsellor, Alexander Fierley during his visit to the Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM)

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Safaricom Clinches Top Digital Technology Award at CIPS Africa 2025

Safaricom PLC has been named Winner of the Best Use of Digital Technology at the prestigious Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Africa Excellence in Procurement and Supply Awards 2025. This Awards programme is hosted by the CIPS, the awarding body for the profession that sets the Global Standard for Procurement and Supply. The

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KCB to Launch in Ethiopia with Digital-Driven Expansion by 2027

Kenya Commercial Bank Group Plc plans to enter Ethiopia’s banking market by 2027 through a strategic acquisition, as it looks to capitalize on the country’s recent financial sector liberalization. KCB will pursue both retail and corporate banking opportunities, with a focus on digital channels to reach Ethiopia’s dispersed and underbanked population, according to Chief Finance

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LeapFrog Investments Exits Goodlife Pharmacy to CFAO Healthcare

LeapFrog Investments, the Profit with Purpose investor, has exitted Goodlife Pharmacy, East Africa’s largest retail pharmacy platform, to CFAO Healthcare, a distributor of pharmaceutical and medical products in Africa. This full exit follows LeapFrog’s earlier sale of a minority stake in Goodlife to CFAO Healthcare in 2022. According to Dr Biju Mohandas, LeapFrog Partner and

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Kenya to Sell 65% Stake in Kenya Pipeline Company via Landmark IPO as Part of State Privatization Push

Kenya’s Treasury plans to sell a 65% stake in Kenya Pipeline via IPO, to boost state privatization and attracting private sector investment. This initiative aligns with President William Ruto’s economic reform agenda, which seeks to reduce direct state involvement in commercial businesses while enhancing efficiency, transparency, and innovation in strategic sectors. The planned KPC IPO

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Little Launches Affordable Medical Cover for Drivers at Sh83 a Day

 Ride-hailing company Little, in partnership with Maisha Poa and underwriter BirdView Insurance have launched a new, budget-friendly medical insurance plan for its drivers. The initiative, named Mfanisi Go, aims to bridge the health insurance gap among Kenya’s digital taxi drivers, a segment often excluded from traditional health coverage. Mfanisi Go offers daily health cover starting

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KenGen and Nation Media Group Partner to Advance Clean Energy Adoption and Tackle Climate Change

KenGen and Nation Media Group  have partnered to accelerate the uptake of clean energy solutions and raise awareness on climate change across Kenya and the region. The collaboration will leverage KenGen’s leadership in renewable power generation and NMG’s extensive media reach to educate the public, influence policy, and promote sustainable energy practices among households, businesses,

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