By Eddah Waithaka In a landmark move for cancer care in East Africa, Kenya will now offer local genetic testing for the BRCA gene, a development that slashes costs from Sh80,000 to Sh6,500 and delivers critical results in weeks instead of months. A consortium of healthcare leaders, including AstraZeneca, the Kenya Society of Haematology & […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a landmark ruling for food sovereignty, the High Court of Kenya has struck down sections of the Seed and Plant Varieties Act, decriminalizing the ancient practice of saving, sharing, and exchanging indigenous seeds. The judgment declares Farmer-Managed Seed Systems (FMSS) a protected right, dismantling a legal regime that had threatened smallholder […]
By Eddah Waithaka Bolt, the leading on-demand mobility platform, is partnering with ticketing pioneer MOOKH to offer event-goers seamless and safe transport solutions this festive season. The strategic collaboration will give customers who purchase tickets on the MOOKH platform priority access to Bolt rides directly from event venues. The partnership directly addresses the growing emphasis […]
By Eddah Waithaka Sanlam Kenya Plc has officially unveiled its new identity as Sanlam Allianz Holdings (Kenya) PLC, a strategic move that positions the firm at the heart of Africa’s largest non-banking financial services alliance. The rebrand cements a recent joint venture between global financial giants Sanlam and Allianz, creating a powerhouse with over 200 […]
By Linda Saunders Most of us already rely on digital tools in our personal lives that handle routine tasks smoothly. They help us source information, sort out our finances, entertain us, track our fitness, and help us travel. We see what these tools can do in our personal lives, but in the workplace, it still […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Cicely McDonell College of Health Sciences celebrated a major milestone on Friday, commissioning 140 new nurses and healthcare assistants into the profession during its 31st graduation ceremony. The college, a part of The Nairobi Hospital, conferred diplomas and certificates to the Class of 2025, highlighting its seven-decade legacy of addressing critical […]
By Eddah Waithaka The popular Chromoka campaign created two new millionaires over the weekend, celebrating Abraham Limo from Eldoret and Ian Njagi from Ngong in a wave of euphoric community parties. Hundreds of excited consumers, including previous prize winners, packed the venues in each winner’s hometown. The events featured electrifying performances by Fathermoh and turned […]
By Eddah Waithaka At its flagship Microsoft Ignite 2025 event, Microsoft unveiled a sweeping suite of AI innovations, headlined by powerful new “agents” designed to automate complex tasks, reshaping the future of work for organizations globally, including those across Kenya and Africa. The event, which drew over 200,000 registrants, positioned AI agents as the next […]
By Eddah Waithaka Fresh off a vibrant soft launch in Nakuru, Captain Morgan Muckpit is taking its bold flavor on the road. The brand announced a nationwide regional tour, kicking off with a major launch event in Nairobi this Saturday. The tour will bring the spirit’s adventurous attitude to key consumer hotspots across the Nairobi, […]
By Editor MultiChoice Kenya is transforming living rooms across the country this holiday season, packing its DStv and GOtv platforms with a blockbuster line-up of football, festive events, and unbeatable deals designed to bring families together. From now until January 3, 2026, dedicated Holiday Pop-Up Channels will showcase Africa’s most beloved celebrations. Viewers can experience […]