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Record 2,078 HR Professionals Sit for National Certification Exams as CHRP Gains Momentum

  • August 6, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka A record 2,078 human resource professionals across Kenya began their Certified Human Resource Professionals (CHRP), CBET, and Diploma examinations today, marking a significant milestone for the profession as the government-mandated certification gains unprecedented traction nationwide. The Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board (HRMPEB) kicked off the August 2026 examination series at 22 […]

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Entertainment

CANAL+ Lands Mega UEFA Deal, Becoming Undisputed Home of European Football in Africa

  • August 5, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka CANAL+ has fired a major shot in the African sports broadcasting war, securing the exclusive, all-language rights to every UEFA Men’s Club competition across Sub-Saharan Africa. The blockbuster deal, announced today, hands the French media giant the broadcasting keys to the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League for over 40 […]

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Entertainment

Johnnie Walker’s Afro Exchange Sets Nanyuki Ablaze with Music, Art, and Premium Whisky

  • August 5, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Mejja headlines electric night at Zero Percent Lounge as brand celebrates National Scotch Day Johnnie Walker turned up the heat in Nanyuki on Saturday, bringing its signature Afro Exchange experience to Zero Percent Lounge for a vibrant night that pulsed with music, creativity, culture, and exquisite premium whisky. Hundreds of music lovers, […]

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Kenya

Vivo Energy Kenya Doubles Down on School Dignity Kits as Menstrual Poverty Keeps Girls Out of Class

  • August 3, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Vivo Energy Kenya has ramped up its commitment to keep thousands of local students in class, delivering a fresh batch of “Dignity Kits” to Lugala Education Complex as part of a three-year-old health programme tackling hygiene, menstrual stigma, and absenteeism. The Shell-branded fuel distributor donated 4,800 sanitary pads, 1,600 panties, and 450 […]

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