Our top banks, KCB and National Bank of Kenya (NBK), have joined forces with Britam General Insurance to bring some much-needed affordable health insurance options to our beloved Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) all over Kenya. It’s like a healthcare revolution, folks! So, in this deal, KCB Bancassurance Intermediary Limited and National Bank of Kenya [read more …]
Kenya’s Government Plans to Tax Digital Music Industry, Raising Concerns for Artists
Kenya’s government is taking steps to tax the digital music industry, setting up digital traps to capture revenue from virtual music platforms. The music sector, although holding immense potential, currently occupies a marginal position in Kenya’s economy, falling under the broader category of arts, entertainment, and recreation. According to Kenya’s Economic Survey 2023, the arts, [read more …]
Nyeri County Launches Innovative Carbon Credit Program to Combat Climate Change and Support Local Communities
Some exciting news coming straight out of Nyeri County. The government is on a mission to tackle climate change and boost sustainable development with a kickass carbon credit program. This ain’t your ordinary plan, my friends. It’s all about making the most of the county’s lush tree cover and forest resources to generate carbon credits [read more …]
Andermatt Expands to Kenya, Showcasing Nature’s Solutions for Agricultural Productivity
Big news coming in from Andermatt, the fancy Swiss folks specializing in biological agricultural products. They’ve decided to set up shop right here in Kenya, bringing us a whole bunch of natural solutions to make our farms thrive. It’s like having a Swiss army knife of farming tricks, I tell you! To show off their [read more …]
Kenyans Urged to Report Data Breaches for Legal Action, Says Office of Data Protection Commissioner
Citizens of Kenya are requested to immediately report any instances of data breaches to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC). This will facilitate legal action against organizations that engage in the unlawful use of personal information. The right to data privacy is considered a fundamental right for every individual, as outlined in the [read more …]