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Absa unveils integrated financing model for Kenyans importing vehicles from Japan

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Absa unveils integrated financing model for Kenyans importing vehicles from Japan

Absa Bank Kenya has entered into a strategic partnership with Japan-based global vehicle exporter World Navi Co. Ltd in a move aimed at reshaping how Kenyans import vehicles.

The collaboration, implemented through Absa’s Asset-Based Finance (ABF) offering, brings together vehicle sourcing and financing into a unified solution designed to improve accessibility, efficiency, and financial flexibility for individual and business customers.

Speaking during the signing ceremony in Nairobi, Absa Bank Kenya Business Banking Director Renato D’souza noted that the partnership responds to a growing shift in consumer behaviour, with more Kenyans opting to import vehicles directly from Japan.

“A growing number of Kenyans are opting to import vehicles directly from Japan due to the availability of high-quality units, competitive pricing, and a wider range of models. However, the process has traditionally been complex, often involving high upfront costs, fluctuating shipping expenses, and extended delivery timelines,” he said.

He added that the new arrangement seeks to address these challenges by merging financing and sourcing into a single streamlined experience.

“Through this partnership, we are seeking to address these challenges by offering an integrated solution that combines trusted vehicle sourcing with tailored financing support,” D’souza said.

Under the model, customers will be able to access import financing covering key upfront expenses such as vehicle purchase costs and shipping fees.

The structure is designed to ease pressure on working capital while enabling individuals and businesses to acquire vehicles without significant initial outlays.

World Navi Managing Director Yoshifumi Sawada described the collaboration as a milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy and a step toward redefining the vehicle importation experience.

“This partnership not only expands access to high-quality vehicles for individuals, SMEs, and corporates, but also sets a new standard for the industry by integrating financing and supply into one streamlined solution,” Mr. Sawada noted.

He added that the collaboration prioritises reliability, transparency, and value while making the import process more predictable and efficient for Kenyan customers.

Beyond financing, customers will benefit from access to inspected, quality-assured vehicles sourced through World Navi’s global network.

Each unit is subject to rigorous checks, including physical inspections by Japanese engineers, verification of genuine mileage, and confirmation of accident-free status. Vehicles will also come with a 90-day engine and transmission warranty.

The integrated process is expected to shorten turnaround times significantly, with priority shipping and coordinated logistics from Japan to Kenya reducing delays commonly associated with traditional import channels.

Local support services in Nairobi and Mombasa will further facilitate clearing, logistics, and vehicle handover.

Absa’s Asset-Based Finance offering includes competitive financing structures such as up to 95 percent financing for general motor vehicle units, 90 per cent for Chinese and Indian models, and up to 100 percent loan-to-value financing for personal vehicles valued below Sh6 million, repayable over a period of up to 72 months.

School transport operators can also access financing of up to Sh10 million for buses.

Customers will additionally benefit from bundled insurance through Insurance Premium Financing (IPF) without facility fees, as well as an extra 10 percent working capital facility to support business operations.

The package further includes premium service elements such as VVIP transaction handling, pre-shipment coordination, and value-added delivery benefits, including a full tank of fuel upon handover.

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Nandi County announces 319 job vacancies: How to apply

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Nandi County announces 319 job vacancies: How to apply

The Nandi County government has announced 319 new job vacancies across various departments.

In an advert dated April 20, the Nandi County Public Service Board invited applications from qualified candidates who wish to assist the county in running its operations.

“The Nandi County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions in the Nandi County Public Service,” the advert read in part.

The advertised positions cut across various departments, including Health, ICT, Finance, Trade, Tourism, and Agriculture, among others.

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit applications through the county’s website by May 26, 2026, at 5:00pm.

Persons living with disabilities, youth, women, marginalized groups, and those who have previously served the County Government of Nandi were encouraged to apply for the jobs.

Additionally, communication will be conducted through official county channels, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be hired on contract, with some positions offering permanent and pensionable terms.

The advertised positions are:

Department of Health and Sanitation

  • Medical Officer – 2
  • Registered Clinical Officer II – 4
  • Registered Nurse II – 50
  • Nursing Officer I – 10
  • Enrolled Nurse I – 12
  • Medical Laboratory Officer – 3
  • Medical Laboratory Technologist III – 5
  • Nutrition and Dietetics Officer – 3
  • Health Records and Information Management Officer I – 1
  • Health Records and Information Management Assistant III – 2
  • Medical Engineering Technologist II – 1
  • Clinical Officer – 8
  • Clinical Officer II – 10
  • Human Resource Management Assistant III – 8
  • Social Support Worker – 1
  • Medical Social Worker II – 2
  • Orthopaedic Trauma Technologist III – 4

Department of Administration, Public Service and ICT

  • Director Human Resource Management and Development – 1
  • Records Management Officer – 2
  • Public Communications Officer – 1
  • Public Communications Assistant – 6
  • Sub County Administrator – 4
  • Senior Administrative Officer – 4
  • Procurement Assistant Director – 1
  • Principal Administrative Officer (Re-advertisement) – 1
  • Administrative Officer – 5
  • Administration Officer II – 5
  • Information and Communication Technology Officer – 5
  • Information and Communication Technology Officer III – 2
  • Security Warden – 14

Department of Finance and Economic Planning

  • Economist II – 4
  • Deputy Chief Economist – 1
  • Senior Accountant – 3
  • Finance Officer III – 10
  • Supply Chain Management Assistant III – 4
  • Supply Chain Management Officer – 4
  • Senior Supply Chain Management Officer – 2
  • Chief Internal Auditor – 1
  • Finance Officer II – 3

Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Housing, Environment and Climate Change

  • Assistant Director Physical Planning – 1
  • Principal Physical Planner – 1
  • Assistant Director Land Survey – 1
  • Assistant Director Land Economist – 1
  • Environmental Officer I – 5
  • Records Management Officer – 5
  • Clerical Officer II – 4
  • Water Operator II – 6
  • Water Meter Reader – 5
  • Service Support Staff – 6

Department of Culture, Gender and Social Welfare

  • Cultural Officer – 2
  • Gender and Social Development Officer – 4
  • Social Welfare Officer III – 2

Department of Trade, Tourism, Industrialization and Enterprise Development

  • Trade Development Officer II – 3
  • Tourism Officer – 3
  • Trade Development Officer I (Weights and Measures) – 2

Department of Agriculture and Cooperative Development

  • Agricultural Officer – 12
  • Agricultural Officer (Agricultural Engineering) – 2
  • Assistant Agricultural Officer II – 8
  • Veterinary Officer II – 2

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Why Equity Bank’s Teen Member Account is a smart start for your child

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Why Equity Bank’s Teen Member Account is a smart start for your child

As Kenya’s economy continues to evolve, financial literacy is increasingly becoming a life skill rather than an optional lesson.

With teenagers today exposed to money through allowances, school fees transactions, small online businesses, and digital spending habits, the need for early financial discipline has never been more urgent.

Equity Bank is addressing this growing need through its Teen Member Account, a product designed to help teenagers develop a savings culture early and learn responsible money management in a secure and structured environment.

The account offers parents and guardians an opportunity to introduce their children to formal banking.

One of the defining features of the Teen Member Account is that it operates under the teenager’s name, giving young account holders a sense of responsibility and ownership over their savings.

The account requires an opening and operating balance of only Sh200, making it affordable for most families. Unlike many other accounts, it comes with no maintenance fees, allowing the teen to focus on building savings rather than worrying about recurring charges.

Limited Withdrawal Costs

The Teen Member Account provides two free withdrawals per year, encouraging a savings-first mindset. Any additional withdrawals are charged at Sh200, a structure designed to discourage impulsive spending while still allowing flexibility when necessary.

This approach is aimed at helping teenagers understand that money is earned, saved and used intentionally, a lesson many adults admit they learned too late

Beyond savings, the Teen Member Account comes with a free financial educational booklet, giving teenagers a starter guide on budgeting, saving, and financial planning.

Additionally, teens receive free financial education every quarter, a feature that distinguishes the account as more than just a traditional banking product.

The lessons aim to equip young people with real-world skills such as setting goals, understanding money habits, and making informed financial decisions.

Parents and guardians also benefit, as the programme offers free entry to Teen Member open days, creating an interactive environment where teenagers can learn, ask questions and interact with financial experts and peers.

For many families, introducing teenagers to banking is not just about saving money, but about shaping character. Financial experts argue that early exposure to structured saving habits helps young people grow into adults who understand planning, debt management and investment.

Equity Bank’s Teen Member Account supports this idea by creating a structured channel for teenagers to improve financial literacy while still under parental guidance.

Requirements and Sign-Up Process

Opening a Teen Member Account is straightforward. Parents or guardians are required to present the following:

  • Original and copy of the parent’s/guardian’s national ID or passport
  • Original and copy of the teen’s birth certificate
  • An account opening and operating balance of Sh200

The account is opened in the teenager’s name.

To sign up, customers simply need to visit the nearest Equity Bank branch, submit the required documents and fill out an application form. The bank then processes the application, after which the they can begin banking.

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Owning land made easier: How NCBA is changing lives with plot financing

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Owning land made easier: How NCBA is changing lives with plot financing

As land prices continue to rise across Kenya’s major towns and fast-growing satellite regions, more Kenyans are turning to structured financing solutions to secure property early and build long-term wealth.

NCBA Bank is leading this journey through its plot loan offering, designed to support individuals seeking to acquire land in Nairobi, Mombasa, and other major urban and rural areas across Kenya.

The financing solution falls under NCBA’s broader Property Finance portfolio, which provides tailor-made support for customers seeking to acquire, construct, or finance property for either owner-occupation or investment.

The approach is anchored on a growing demand for flexible, accessible credit products that match the realities of Kenya’s evolving real estate market.

Financing up to 70 percent of plot value

The product allows customers to borrow up to 70 percent of the plot value, reducing the pressure of raising full purchase amounts upfront.

Borrowers can repay the loan over a period of between 36 and 60 months, offering a structured repayment window that caters to both salaried individuals and entrepreneurs with predictable income streams.

The minimum loan amount is set at Sh500,000, enabling access to buyers targeting plots in both prime and developing areas.

In line with standard lending practices, the facility comes with a loan facility fee set at 1 percent of the loan value for local clients and 2 percent for diaspora clients.

This structure has made the product particularly attractive to Kenyans abroad who are seeking credible, bank-backed financing options to invest back home.

For some customers, the product has already played a key role in accelerating their property ownership plans.

“I had been saving for a plot in Kitengela for almost four years, but every time I got close, prices moved again,” said Grace Wanjiru, a Nairobi-based entrepreneur. “With NCBA’s plot loan, I was able to secure the land immediately and now I’m paying it off comfortably. The peace of mind is worth it.”

Another beneficiary, James Otieno, who works in Mombasa, said the facility helped him shift from renting indefinitely to planning for future construction.

“Buying land felt like a dream at first. But once I accessed financing, it became realistic. I now own a plot and I’m already planning my construction in phases,” he notes.

Diaspora clients have also expressed interest in the facility as a secure way to invest remotely.

“As someone living abroad, I needed a trustworthy financing option that would allow me to acquire land without being physically present for every step. NCBA gave me structure, and now I have a plot in Nakuru that I plan to develop when I return,” Alice Njeri, a Kenyan living in the UK said.

Land remains one of the most dependable and appealing investment options within Kenya’s real estate sector.

Even as trends in the housing market continue to evolve, many investors still prefer land due to its consistent value growth, minimal maintenance requirements, and strong long-term returns.

A key advantage of land ownership lies in its natural tendency to appreciate over time. Unlike some asset classes that are highly sensitive to economic cycles, land across many parts of the country has shown steady upward movement in value particularly in regions experiencing improved road networks, major infrastructure developments, and rapid population expansion.

In the Nairobi metropolitan area, satellite towns have emerged as notable hotspots for land investment.

Areas such as Ruiru, Juja, Kitengela, and Ngong have recorded increased activity in land purchases, driven by buyer confidence in upcoming development and the expectation of continued property value growth.

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Chapa Pay: The payment link solution helping SMEs boost online revenue

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Chapa Pay: The payment link solution helping SMEs boost online revenue

When 34-year-old entrepreneur Janet Wanjiru started selling handmade skincare products online, she believed that marketing would be her biggest challenge.

She invested time in social media campaigns, built a loyal following on WhatsApp, and consistently posted product testimonials on Instagram.

But despite the steady engagement, one problem kept slowing her down: payment.

“Some customers preferred using their cards. I realised I was losing buyers simply because I couldn’t offer a convenient way to pay online,” she recalls.

That changed when she discovered Chapa Pay, an e-commerce solution designed to help merchants accept online card payments even without a website.

“I didn’t think it was possible for a small business like mine,” she says. “I assumed online card payments were only for big companies with websites and IT teams.”

Chapa Pay, designed by the Co-operative Bank of Kenya, allows merchants to receive online card payments directly into their accounts.

It is designed for modern businesses that promote goods and services through websites, social media platforms, WhatsApp, and other digital channels.

For Janet, the turning point was the Pay-By-Link option, a feature built specifically for merchants who do not own websites.

How Pay-By-Link Works

The process, she explains, is straightforward and fits naturally into how many businesses already operate online.

Once a merchant is onboarded, they receive a unique payment link which acts as an invoice tool. After agreeing on the pricing with the customer, the merchant sends the payment link to the customer’s email address.

The customer then receives an invoice and clicks the link, which opens a secure portal where they input their card details and the amount to be paid. Once the payment is successful, the merchant receives confirmation via email and SMS.

The customer also receives an SMS notification if they have subscribed to SMS alerts with their card provider.

“It feels professional,” Janet says.

One of the biggest selling points of the Pay-By-Link option is its accessibility. According to merchants already using it, onboarding comes at no cost.

“It’s free to get onboarded,” Janet notes. “For a small business, that matters. Most platforms charge setup fees or monthly subscriptions. With this, I could start immediately.”

She adds that the simplicity has helped her respond quickly to customers, especially those who want instant delivery arrangements.

Beyond convenience, Chapa Pay is also built with security in mind. The platform uses 3D Secure technology, supported by two-factor authentication, giving customers confidence when making card payments.

This security has also helped merchants reduce exposure to fraud.

“The customer cannot reverse the payment,” she says. “That reduces the risk of losing money to dubious characters.”

Janet says the platform offers a level of independence that many merchants rarely enjoy with other payment methods. In cases where a customer makes a wrong payment, merchants can reverse the payment themselves without calling the bank.

For business owners who handle multiple transactions daily, reconciliation can become a headache. Chapa Pay addresses this by enabling merchants to track payments and view transaction records through a single dashboard.

“It’s organised,” Janet says. “You can see who paid, when they paid, and how much. It has helped me keep proper records and plan better.

With online shopping habits steadily growing, more businesses are shifting to digital selling but many still lack structured payment systems.

Janet believes Chapa Pay is helping bridge that gap.

“Once I started accepting card payments, I noticed an increase in completed orders. Some customers were ready to buy but needed a payment option they trusted. Now I can confidently sell beyond my usual circles,” she concludes.

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Shock as Gaucho, Ken wa Maria appointed to hospital boards in Nairobi

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Shock as Gaucho, Ken wa Maria appointed to hospital boards in Nairobi

Benga musician Ken wa Maria whose real name is Kennedy Wambua Ngunze and vocal Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Calvince Okoth who is popularly known as Gaucho have been appointed to hospital boards in the Nairobi County.

In appointments that have left many people puzzled, Gaucho has been appointed as a board member at the Mama Lucy Hospital while Ken wa Maria has been appointed as a board member at the Mama Margaret Uhuru Hospital.

“In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 9 (j) of the Facilities Improvements Financing Act, 2023, the County Executive Committee Member responsible for Health Services in Nairobi County hereby appoints the listed persons as members of the respective Level 4 and Level 5 hospital boards with effect from April 16,2026 for a term of three years,” a gazette notice that announced the appointments stated.

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The notice went on to declare that all previous appointments to the boards of Level 4 and 5 hospital management boards within Nairobi City Council had been revoked.

Mama Lucy hospital is ranked as a level 5 hospital. It is based in Komarock, Embakasi Central in Nairobi County and has an in-patient bed capacity of about 188 and seventeen maternity beds.

The appointment of the two individuals has raised concerns over their academic and professional qualifications and ability to sit in a board oversighting a medical facility.

Witness African History in the Making as SuperSport Brings All 104 FIFA World Cup 2026™ Matches Live

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Witness African History in the Making as SuperSport Brings All 104 FIFA World Cup 2026™ Matches Live

SuperSport, a subsidiary of MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, is proud to announce that Africa’s biggest sports broadcaster is bringing the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup 2026™ live to English and Portuguese-speaking African countries.

For the first time, the tournament will be available in full to DStv subscribers from DStv Access through to DStv Premium, including all 104 live matches, highlights and repeats, making the FIFA World Cup 2026™ the most accessible World Cup ever for MultiChoice Group customers.

The tournament, which sees the expansion to 48 nations from 32, will begin in Mexico City on 11 June 2026 and run until the final in New Jersey on 19 July 2026. The expansion of the tournament makes it the longest-running FIFA World Cup tournament in the event’s history, with the largest number of matches to enjoy. Viewers are poised to enjoy the most exciting FIFA World Cup ever staged.

To demonstrate the sheer enormity of the tournament to our African viewers and customers, DStv partnered with Hollywood star Idris Elba – son of Ghanaian and Sierra Leonean parents – who revealed on Wednesday that all 104 matches would be live on DStv and GOtv.

African History

Africa will send its biggest-ever contingent to the Americas, with 10 countries coming out of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) World Cup Qualification.

The 10 African countries that will no doubt add colour, flavour and the unique African drum beat to the global spectacle taking place in North America are Ghana, South Africa, Senegal, Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

To match this historic occasion, SuperSport will bring an exciting line-up of new magazine shows with fresh faces as well as masterclasses with football experts from across the continent and the world.

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Said Rendani Ramovha, CANAL+ Director for Content, Sports, in English and Portuguese-speaking Africa: “We are thrilled to announce that our subscribers in English and Portuguese-speaking Africa will get to witness yet another historic FIFA World Cup on Your World of Champions, SuperSport.

“With Africa sending its biggest-ever contingent to Mexico, Canada and the USA, we are proud to bring Africans the biggest global sports showpiece in the SuperSport quality that they have become accustomed to. As this is the most eagerly anticipated FIFA World Cup from an African perspective since 2010, we are excited that more people will be able to watch the action through a DStv Access subscription package.

“We are also looking forward to bringing our subscribers special broadcast features tailored to unique cultures and some local African languages.”

DStv is set to bring subscribers an incredible viewing and customer experience. For more information on how to watch all 104 FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, visit www.dstv.com or use the MyDStv app. For GOtv, customers can go to www.gotvafrica.com or use the MyGOtv app.

For all SuperSport FIFA World Cup 2026™ updates, visit www.supersport.com.

Broadcast Countries

Broadcast Countries (Where the FIFA World Cup will be available on SuperSport, alphabetical order):

  • Angola
  • Botswana
  • Cape Verde
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Eritrea
  • Eswatini
  • Ethiopia
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea Bissau
  • Kenya
  • Lesotho
  • Liberia
  • Malawi
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Nigeria
  • Rwanda
  • Sao Tome & Principe
  • Sierra Leone
  • South Africa
  • Tanzania
  • Uganda
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Kenya’s rising incomes fuel surge in demand for smart, energy-efficient appliances

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Kenya’s rising incomes fuel surge in demand for smart, energy-efficient appliances

Kenya’s growing employment opportunities and rising household incomes are driving demand for high-quality and energy-efficient home appliances, creating a compelling growth opportunity for global electronics brands like Midea.

In 2024, the country generated over 782,000 new jobs, across both formal and informal sectors, excluding agriculture, according to the 2025 Economic Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.

As earning power increases, alongside deeper internet penetration, Kenyan households are becoming more informed and intentional in their purchasing decisions. According to the Communication Authority of Kenya, internet penetration in the country stands at about 41%, while mobile connectivity remains above 139%, significantly influencing consumer awareness and access to digital marketplaces.  At the same time, rising incomes reinforce this shift, with Gross National Disposable Income increasing to nearly KSh 17 trillion in 2024 from KSh 15.8 trillion in 2023.

These realities are positioning international brands to thrive, particularly those that align with the country’s demand for smart and environmentally conscious solutions. Kenya’s household electricity access has also risen to over 75% nationally, driven by government electrification programs such as the Last Mile Connectivity Project, making modern appliances more accessible to millions of homes.

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Industry observers note that this evolution marks a turning point for Kenya’s consumer electronics market, with households increasingly investing in smart and eco-friendly solutions. Demand is especially rising in urban centers such as Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret, where middle-income households are expanding rapidly.

Global manufacturers such as Midea, which is expanding its footprint in Kenya through local partnerships, are taking note of these shifts. However, industry experts emphasize that the real story lies in the rapid maturation of the country’s consumer base.

“There is a clear move toward products that offer efficiency and smart capabilities, alongside durability, reflecting a deeper shift in expectations as more households enter the middle-income bracket,” said Rakesh Singh, the Managing Director of Opalnet, a leading electronics distributor in East Africa. Singh was addressing a recent industry gathering in Nairobi, organized in conjunction with Midea.

Midea emphasized the growing importance of collaboration in capturing emerging opportunities.

“Kenya represents a dynamic and fast-growing market, and through partnerships like the one we have with Opalnet, we are well-positioned to bring our global expertise closer to local consumers. Our goal is to empower Kenyan households to live greener and smarter every day,” said Bright Yao, General Manager of Midea Africa.

Looking ahead, the African Development Bank estimates the continent’s middle class will continue expanding steadily, with Kenya among the key drivers in East Africa. As this demographic grows, competition among brands is expected to intensify, driving greater demand for affordable but high-quality technologies.

 

Safaricom hosts “Grow with Safaricom” showcase to empower medium-sized enterprises

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Safaricom hosts “Grow with Safaricom” showcase to empower medium-sized enterprises

Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has hosted a Grow with Safaricom Business solutions showcase, bringing together medium-sized enterprises from the education, healthcare, and insurance sectors.

At the event, businesses explored practical tools and services designed to help them run smoothly and efficiently. Through demonstrations and discussions, Safaricom Business showed how its solutions can support these organisations in improving their operations and adapting to a fast-changing business environment.

“The most effective way to prove value to businesses is through practical demonstrations because when businesses see solutions in action, they understand their impact. And it all begins with connectivity, when that fails, everything else comes to a standstill,” said Fawzia Ali, Chief Consumer Business Officer, Safaricom PLC.

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At the showcase, businesses stepped into a world where connectivity was no longer just a utility, but a powerful enabler of growth. They explored practical solutions such as dedicated internet to deliver access to reliable, high-speeds, managed WiFi enhanced with analytics for deeper visibility and control and fibre to the room that ensures stronger, more consistent internal connectivity. For enterprises operating across multiple locations, SD-WAN offers a smarter way to manage networks while 5G for business introduces a flexible, high-speed alternative ready to adapt to changing demands.

At the core of it all was always-on connectivity, a safeguard ensuring operations continued seamlessly even in the face of unexpected outages.

The showcase is part of a wider rollout across the country as Safaricom Business seeks to empower more enterprises with the tools they need to operate efficiently, stay resilient, and maintain continuity in an increasingly connected and fast-moving business landscape.

 

Kalakoda, 1xBet partnership set to elevate Kenyan boxing ahead of ‘nightmare in Nairobi 4’

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Kalakoda, 1xBet partnership set to elevate Kenyan boxing ahead of ‘nightmare in Nairobi 4’

Kalakoda Boxing Promotions has announced a new Kenya-focused partnership with 1xBet, marking a significant step in supporting the growth of local boxing talent and expanding opportunities for Kenyan athletes on the international stage.

The partnership comes to life on May 15, as Kalakoda returns with one of its most anticipated fight cards to date, headlined by a high-stakes regional title clash between George Onyango and Benjamin Mchunguzi for the East and Central African Super Welterweight Title.

More than just a sponsorship, the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to developing the sport at both grassroots and professional levels creating visibility,
consistency, and meaningful pathways for fighters to grow beyond the local scene.

Kenya continues to produce world-class boxing talent, yet access to structured platforms and sustained investment has remained limited.

Through this partnership, 1xBet is actively contributing to changing that by supporting events, athletes, and the broader ecosystem required to take Kenyan boxing to the next level.

The May 15 fight card will showcase this momentum in action.

In the co-main event, Martin Achebi returns following a viral knockout performance to face Uganda’s Abaasi Sseguya in a high-impact showdown.

Also featured, Brian Acholo takes on Allen Mlati, while rising prospect Sam Kogeluk – known as “Mufasa” – looks to build on his recent knockout win against Otieno Owenge.

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Through its collaboration with Kalakoda, 1xBet is helping to create a platform where Kenyan fighters can perform, build profiles, and gain the exposure needed to compete on bigger stages.

“This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting local talent and contributing to the growth of sport in Kenya,” said Kennedy Mumo, 1X Bet Director. “We believe in the potential of Kenyan athletes, and through this collaboration, we are proud to play a role in helping them access greater opportunities and reach the international stage.”

“This partnership is about impact, “Marvin Obuya, Head of Boxing at Kalakoda Promotions added. “It’s about creating real opportunities for fighters — giving them a platform, consistency, and the ability to take their careers further. With the right support, Kenyan boxing can compete anywhere in the world.”

As the NIGHTMARE IN NAIROBI 4 approaches, the partnership signals a broader shift – one where investment, structure, and ambition are aligning to unlock the full potential of Kenyan boxing.

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