The African Development Bank, in partnership with the Nordic Development Fund and the Government of Denmark will roll-out a program to strengthen access to climate-resilient water and sanitation resources in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Mali, Niger and Somalia. The initiative is expected to strengthen recovery in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The new initiative will…
McLaren Strategic Ventures and Redington value to accelerate digital transformation in the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey
McLaren Strategic Ventures, a global digital accelerator, and Redington Value, the largest IT distributor in the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey, today announced a strategic partnership to support SMBs in the MENAT regions in the transition to a digital economy. Small-to-medium size businesses need modern technology enablement and capital-to-scale resources to meet today’s fast-moving digital business environments. The…
Kalasha 2021: Showmax boasts all 5 Best TV Drama nominees, including Crime and Justice
The Kenya Film Commission has unveiled the nominees for Kalasha Awards 2021. In its best performance yet, content on Showmax have 22 nominations, including all five Best TV Drama nominees. Kenya’s first Showmax Original Crime and Justice leads the charge with three nods, across all the TV Drama categories: Best TV Drama, Best Lead Actor…
Made in Kenya Extravaganza unveils 2021 sponsors
The Made in Kenya Secretariat has today launched the Annual Made in Kenya Extravaganza that will take place from Thursday 18th November 2021 to Sunday 21st November 2021 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). Kenyan SMEs play a critical role in the economy, constituting 98 per cent of all registered businesses. They contribute 33 per cent…
MTN Uganda receives consent from CMA Kenya to market its IPO to Kenyan Investors
Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMAK) has provided its ‘no objection’ for The MTN Uganda Initial Public Offering (IPO) to be marketed in Kenya, allowing the marketing of the shares to both Professional Investors and Retail Investors following the opening of the offer in Uganda on 11th October 2021. The marketing in Kenya is spearheaded by…
Emirates Flight Training Academy invites applicants to pursue unique opportunities in aviation
The Emirates Flight Training Academy is inviting aspiring international candidates seeking a career in aviation to join its cadet training programme. Admissions are now open at the world’s most advanced flight training academy, and interested international candidates are encouraged to apply online: https://applications.emiratesflighttrainingacademy.com/ As an exclusive initiative by Emirates for the Emirates Flight Training Academy, graduates will now have…
Affordable housing stakeholders eying USD10,000 units
Speaking at the close of the 37th Annual General Meeting and conference of African Union for Housing Finance(“AUHF”) held in Kigali, Rwanda from the 2nd to 4th November under the theme “New Frontiers for Affordable Housing”, the Chairman of the AUHF and Shelter Afrique CEO, Mr. Andrew Chimphondah noted that one of the key learnings from the conference was…
Showmax to stream Manchester United documentary The United Way across Africa
Football fans, especially Manchester United fans, are in for a nostalgic trip on 9 November as Showmax Pro premieres The United Way, a not-to-be-missed documentary focusing on the origins, history and future of the much-loved Manchester United Football Club. The United Way is a story told and co-written by former Manchester United superstar Eric Cantona. The documentary will come to all Showmax…
LG to offer customers Apple TV+ three month trial
Starting November 15, LG Smart TV owners in over eighty countries will be able to enjoy Apple TV+ free for their first three months.1 The promotion applies to all compatible 2016-2021, 8K and 4K LG Smart TV models and is available to LG TV owners who sign-up for the Apple TV+ promotion by February 13, 2022.2 The…
14 quarantine-free destinations for Kenyans to kick off their holidays, with Emirates
As vaccination drives continue globally, more cities are ending nationwide curfew, easing their entry requirements and opening their borders to visitors ahead of the end of year holidays. Kenyan travellers can now choose from 14 hassle-free destinations to visit this holiday season. Christophe Leloup, Emirates Country Manager in Kenya said, “We have been gradually and…
LG eyes growing on-demand laundry market with smart shops
Consumer appliances manufacturer LG Electronics is moving to tap into the fast-growing on-demand laundry market in East Africa with a new concept targeting clientele looking for superior home washing services. LG has partnered with vendors and local entrepreneurs to roll out stores in strategic locations that are equipped with state-of-the-art washing machines, and offering differentiated…
IGAD Executive Secretary Awards Young Poets and Film makers to advocate for peace and social development through arts
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Executive Secretary Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, awarded three young poets and one young film maker who contested during the #IGADForPeace social media campaign in abid to advocate for peace and social development through arts. The hand over ceremony took place at the Office of the IGAD Head of Mission located within the…
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