Akili Network launched Akili Kids!, Kenya’s first and only dedicated free-to-air children’s television network with imaginative learning programs that parents can trust and will benefit children. Akili Kids! is digitally broadcasting to TVs, mobile devices and over the Internet. Jesse Soleil, President & Co-founder said the launch is a culmination of almost 8 years of conceptualization and hard work that…
Sanofi and GSK to join forces in unprecedented vaccine collaboration to fight COVID-19
Sanofi and GSK today announce that they have signed a letter of intent to develop an adjuvanted vaccine for COVID-19, using innovative technology from both companies, to help address the ongoing pandemic. Sanofi will contribute its S-protein COVID-19 antigen, which is based on recombinant DNA technology. This technology has produced an exact genetic match to…
Beyond great product offerings, LG also values great customer experience
Walk into any of the LG showrooms and you immediately feel the difference in the experience that makes this establishment stand out from your typical electronics outlet. There is no doubt that the products LG offers have earned the trust of their customers. However, the consumer-oriented way that LG treats its customers forges rare and…
100,000 Kiambu and Ruaka residents to benefit from Kshs 1.3 billion water and sewerage project
Over 100,000 residents of Ruaka and Kiambu town are set to benefit from the supply of improved clean, safe and affordable drinking water and sanitation services following the ground breaking of the construction of Kiambu Ruaka Water Supply & Sewerage Project under the Kenya Towns Sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation Program. Funded by the African…
The world makes a pivot to nuclear
In the past year, local environmentalists scored a major win after the proposed 1050MW Lamu Coal Plant construction was halted by the National Environmental Tribunal. This was after ruling that the necessary authorities had failed to do a thorough environmental assessment. According to the project’s critics, the $2 billion power station was claimed to increase the…
LG offers Kenyans virtual entertainment options
During these social distancing times, various artistes have turned towards livestream as the new means to reach masses. Capital FM’s DJ roster have been on the frontline at ensuring their Facebook followers are continuously entertained, clubwise. YouTube, Facebook and Instagram livestreams are on the rise for influencers and celebrities to connect with their fans, globally….
Emirates Airline Foundation impacts the lives of Kenyans
Thanks to customer donations, the Emirates Airline Foundation positively impacted the lives and livelihoods of 768 people living in some of the most impoverished communities across Kenya. The Foundation supported Little Prince Primary School in Kibera, Alfajiri Street Kids Art in Pangani, Starehe Boys’ Centre and School in Kamukunji and Agape Community Centre in Kikuyu…
Showmax streams one of the best movies of all time, with your kids
Paddington 2, currently #51 on Rotten Tomatoes’ list of the Top 100 Movies Of All Time, is now streaming on Showmax, at a time when families have never needed time out on the couch with popcorn more. While you’d be wise to be skeptical of sequels in general, this one is not only widely regarded…
Binge worthy Netflix titles to keep your family entertained on LG TVs
There’s nothing quite awesome like family movie nights as we try to enjoy the most we can in our households during this pandemic era. Family movies deserve the best TV in order to have the best cinema experience at home. Over the past 5 years, TV and movie production companies have been gearing towards creating…
Audible and DC announce powerhouse cast for “The Sandman”
Audible has announced the star-studded cast of the first-ever, exclusive audio adaptation of New York Times best-selling graphic novel series, The Sandman, written by Neil Gaiman and published by DC. Adapted and directed by Dirk Maggs and narrated by Gaiman, who serves as creative director and executive producer, the powerhouse cast is led by James McAvoy…
Safaricom Foundation donates tablets to students in Kawangware and Dandora
Students drawn from over one thousand households in Kawangware and Dandora are set to benefit from free access to e-learning tools following a partnership between Safaricom Foundation and Dignitas, a non-governmental organisation that works to provide access to education in urban slums. “The current COVID-19 crisis has disrupted day-to-day learning which has unfortunately left some…
Keep your groceries fresher for longer with LG
The lockdown has brought out a lot of hidden talents. We have all witnessed an avalanche of cooking videos and tutorials on social media in the past few months. Perhaps in a bid to adjust to the new lifestyle that requires minimum movement, and almost zero exercise with gyms being shut down, people have become…
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