From L–R: Superbrands Project Director, Jawad Jaffer, Smart Applications Group Managing Director, Harrison Muiru, Ms. Esther Muiruri, Group Director – Insurance Business and other officials during the award recognition ceremony./COURTERSYTechnology firm Smart Applications International has been inducted into the Hall of Superbrands, marking a major milestone in its 20-year journey of expanding access to healthcare across Africa.The recognition places the company among an elite group of organisations celebrated for sustained excellence, strong brand equity and meaningful social impact. Having previously earned Superbrand status, the latest honour represents the highest level of recognition and affirms Smart’s long-standing role in strengthening health…
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AI ILLUSTRATIONAFRICA Mega Agricultural Corp PLC (NSE: AMAC) has finalised an agreement at Gulfood Dubai to onboard more than 1,500 international buyers onto its digital commodities exchange platform.Formerly Kenya Orchards Ltd, the firm will use the deal to boost global market access for agricultural exporters in Kenya, East Africa.The Nairobi Securities Exchange listed company (formerly Kenya Orchards Ltd.) will use the deal to boost global market access for agricultural exporters in Kenya and East Africa, management has said.Executed in Dubai, the agreement supports the company’s goal of establishing the city as a primary hub for international buyer aggregation, transaction settlement…
Blockchain Centre Nairobi co-founder and president Darlington Wleh/ HANDOUTKenya and other African countries should tap into the blockchain technology to drive intra-Africa trade and unlock financing for the private sector, experts now say.This is in addition to solving community problems by tapping the thriving tech ecosystem to develop applications that will address existing challenges and shape the future.According to Blockchain Centre (Nairobi), a hub for blockchain learning, events, and collaboration—connecting Web3 and Web2 communities in one inclusive space, blockchain eliminates the need for intermediaries and facilitates peer-to-peer transactions, increasing efficiency and reducing costs.The technology is also decentralised, meaning that no single entity has control over the data, ensuring privacy…
The Voice Tanzania, one of the businesses that were vandalised during recent demos in Dar es Salaam/ HANDOUTFor one month now, Victor Otieno, a textile and shoes dealer in Nairobi has not been able to travel to Tanzania after the violent unrest following the contentious October 29 elections disrupted movement.He has traditionally sourced goods for his stall from Kariakoo market, the heartbeat of Dar es Salaam’s economy offering traders and consumers a wide range of products, from electronics, textiles, spices to household goods.“I am grounded and the stock is running out, I am contemplating going to Kampala to see if…
Caetano Kenya managing director Aurelien Glay with commercial and marketing director Sylvia Agani in the newly launched Chery Tiggo 4 Pro/HANDOUTCaetano Kenya has officially launched Chery in the local market, a leading global car brand from China with over 15 million units sold worldwide. The automobile is known for successful products such as Arrizo and Tiggo, with its entry marking a transformative moment for Kenya’s SUV and the new car market, which has experienced a strong performance this year thanks to affordable credit and resilience in key sectors of the economy. Chery, which incorporates intelligent technology, is expected to redefine…
Caava Group CEO Ayisi Makatiani, Deloitte East Africa consulting leader Urvi Patel and M-TIBA Group chief financial officer Moses Kuria during the InsurTech Forum Nairobi 2025/ HANDOUTAfrica’s insurance leaders have called for more digital connectivity and urgent adoption of connected data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive efficiency, cut costs and expand insurance access to cater for uninsured customer segments across the region. In a post-InsurTech Forum Nairobi (ITFN) 2025 update, the leaders have emphasised the need to break away from outdated legacy systems that keep data in silos and limit innovation.Currently, only one per cent of insurance operations in Africa…
Moses, a vendor, sells roasted maize, tea and kangumu (crunchy half cakes) along Waiyaki Way on May 23 /ENOS TECHEWHEN Elvis Tuyizere left Burundi in 2023, he was not aware of what the world outside his country held for him.His mind was however set, he was going to Kenya’s capital Nairobi which according to him, is regionally known as a city of opportunities.This is premium contentSubscribe to Continue ReadingHelp us continue bringing you unbiased news, in-depth investigations, and diverse perspectives. Your subscription keeps our mission alive and empowers us to provide high-quality, trustworthy journalism. Join us today to make a…
Second Kenya Devolution Support Programme Coordinator Samuel Nyaga makes a presentation during the 2nd Annual Own Source Revenue (OSR) Conference at Safari Park Hotel Nairobi on February 5/ HANDOUTThe government has been implementing the Kenya Devolution Support Programme (KDSP), initiated in 2016 with a Sh25.8 billion support from the World Bank during the initial stage. The Kenyan government was expected to put in an additional Sh11.3 billion.Currently in its second phase, the programme aims to strengthen county governments’ capacity to deliver devolved services effectively. This is premium contentSubscribe to Continue ReadingHelp us continue bringing you unbiased news, in-depth investigations, and diverse perspectives. Your subscription keeps our mission alive and…