Rosatom presented an array of solutions in nuclear for energy- and technology-hungry African states at the African Nuclear Business Platform conference that took place on 15-16 October 2019 in Nairobi. The conference gathered over 150 energy and nuclear professionals from across the globe. Representatives from key African countries that are planning or already implementing their…
Tips for safer online transactions on your smartphone with Nokia
By Gerald Muthwale – Technical & Product Manager at HMD Global East Africa Internet enabling devices like Laptops, Tablets and Smartphones have increased online transactions. From easily transferring money, to placing orders with online stores like Jumia, to ordering food on Uber Eats, Yum deliveries or Glovo, many services can be attained online in Kenya….
LG washing machines with artificial intelligence and direct drive motor rolled out
LG Electronics (LG) is expanding the availability of its innovative front-loader washing machines with ThinQ AI powered by the company’s proprietary Direct Drive™ to most European markets by the end of the year. With the benefits of AI DD™ the new washers are able to deliver thorough yet gentle cleaning by determining the weight and…
Emirates wins coveted Middle East & Africa Airline of the Year at Aviation 100 Awards
Emirates has won the Aviation 100 ‘Middle East & Africa Airline of the Year’, awarded by Airline Economics magazine. The Aviation 100 awards distinguish the most outstanding performers in commercial aviation, as well as the most innovative and successful finance and leasing deals closed over the last 12 months. The awards were held during the…
M-PESA – most influential finance projects in last 50 years
Safaricom’s (NSE: SCOM) M-PESA has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Most Influential Finance Projects of the last 50 years by Project Management Institute (PMI) in its 2019 Most Influential Projects list. The 12-year old service further stood out by being recognised among the Top 50 Most Influential Projects in the last five decades….
Five things to consider when buying a washing machine
There are things that people often ignore while buying a laundry machine. If you are planning to use your laundry for commercial purposes, the quality should always be something that tops your list in things to look for. Here are some of the questions you should ALWAYS ask yourself: What brand should I go for?…
Emirates surprises customers during Emirates Skywards celebrations
For over two weeks, hundreds of Emirates customers were wowed with fabulous surprises and novel prizes at Emirates Terminal 3. Sharing the joy and creating a buzz among travellers was part of Emirates Skywards’ celebrations on achieving a key milestone: 25 million members. From 22 September to 7 October, Emirates Skywards gave away around 400 prizes,…
Johnson & Johnson commits $500 million investment to fight HIV and TB
Johnson & Johnson announced it has committed to ensuring more than $500 million is dedicated to world class research & development and delivery programs over the next four years to accelerate global efforts to eliminate HIV and tuberculosis (TB) by 2030. As one of the world’s largest healthcare companies, Johnson & Johnson is deeply engaged…
Try out LG’s smart home offering
Both today’s and tomorrow’s homes are becoming smarter and more personal to both within and without. People and investors are striving to make homes more integrated with the latest technology making them “closer” to those who reside in them. Making a home smart starts with having smart appliances such as television, fridge, washing machines, dishwashers…
Unilever announces ambitious new commitments for a waste-free world
Unilever, owner of brands including Dove, Ben & Jerry’s, Lipton and Omo has announced ambitious new commitments to reduce its plastic waste and help create a circular economy for plastics Unilever has confirmed that by 2025 it will: Halve its use of virgin plastic, by reducing its absolute use of plastic packaging by more than…
OLA Energy Kenya lobbies Government to reduce cost of doing lubricant business
Oil marketer OLA Energy Kenya (formerly OiLibya) is calling on the Government to lower the cost of doing lubricant business in Kenya. OLA Energy which runs an ISO Certified Lubricant blending plant in Mombasa says that raw materials for the manufacture of lubricants – base oils and additives are charged an import duty of 10%…
LG launches industry-first compact R32 VRF Air Conditioner
LG Electronics (LG) has launched industry’s first 4-6 HP R32 refrigerant-applied variable refrigerant flow (VRF) solution, Multi V S. From residential buildings, condominiums with small balconies that have limited installation areas, and to small and medium sized stores and offices, Multi V S is the smallest and lightest among R32 refrigerant-applied compact sized VRF solution…
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