GSK Transitions to Haleon Kenya Limited
GlaxoSmithKline Limited (GSK) in Kenya has announced its legal entity name to Haleon Kenya Limited, marking a new era dedicated to consumer health, effective March 14, 2025. Haleon, was launched as an independent consumer health company on 18 July 2022, following its formal demerger from GSK. Today, Haleon is the new home of trusted brands such…
Peace MuthokaUasin Gishu and Testimony Junior Schools rule the M-PESA Jr.NBA Rift Valley Regional Finals.
Uasin Gishu Junior School (Boys) and Testimony Junior School (Girls) were crowned champions of the M-PESA Jr. NBA Rift Valley regional finals held on Sunday at the Uasin Gishu school courts in Eldoret. In the boys’ contest, home team Uasin Gishu edged out Testimony Junior School from Kesses with a hard-fought 13-11 win. With the…
ALO Launches Tropikal Brands Afrika’s Fresh Take on Natural Care.
Local consumer products manufacturer and distributor Tropikal Brands Afrika Ltd has launched a personal care range of products infused with natural ingredients to meet growing demand.Under a USD 3 million investment outlay, Tropikal Brands Afrika has unveiled the personal care range of products under the ALO brand name. Speaking at the ALO personal care products…
Carrefour Kenya Launches First-Ever ‘Brand Festival’ with Massive Discounts and Prizes Worth KES 10 Million.
(L-R) Arnold MulaMula, GTM Manager at LG; Christophe Orcet, Regional Director for East Africa at Majid Al Futtaim; Winfred Mwaniki, GTM Manager at LG; and Brjesh Kumar, Marketing Manager at Oplalnet,during the launch of Carrefour’s Brand Festival campaign. Carrefour Kenya has officially kicked off its first-ever ‘Brand Festival,’ a two-week shopping extravaganza offering customers discounts…
Samburu in Crisis: Rising Gang Attacks Leave Residents in Panic.
Amid a sharp rise in insecurity and violent criminal activities, with gangs posing as bandits terrorizing residents, Samburu County is facing a growing crisis. Senator Hezena Lemaletian has now called on the Ministry of Interior to take immediate action, urging them to prioritize interventions aimed at restoring peace and stability across the region. Speaking today…
National Taxpayers Association Demands Accountability as BAT Kenya Faces $28 Million Tax Discrepancy Allegations.
The National Taxpayers Association (NTA), alongside key stakeholders, has called for accountability following a report alleging a $28 million tax discrepancy involving British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) for the 2017/2018 fiscal year. Published by the University of Bath’s Tobacco Control Research Group, The Investigative Desk, and Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA), the report has…
50% of Campus Women Face Violence: Shocking Report Reveals Kenyan University Crisis.
A groundbreaking report on sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Kenya’s universities has revealed alarming statistics and sparked urgent calls for action.The report examines the prevalence of GBV, reporting mechanisms, and response systems, while advocating for survivor-centered, trauma-informed policies to support affected students. Wangu Kanja, founder of the Wangu Kanja Foundation and convener of the…
Bellazuri Cosmetics Expands to Kenya with the Opening of Its First Experiential Store in Nairobi.
Bellazuri Cosmetics, Uganda’s leading luxury beauty brand, has officially launched its first experiential store in Nairobi, marking a significant step in its expansion across Africa. Located on the Lower Ground Floor of Sarit Centre, next to Carrefour, the store offers a premium range of skincare and makeup products specifically tailored for African skin, combining innovation,…
Lewa Safari Marathon Celebrates 25 Years of Conservation and Community Impact.
As the world-renowned Lewa Safari Marathon marks its 25th anniversary, it continues to drive conservation and community development across Kenya and beyond. Since its inception, Safaricom has been the event’s main sponsor, while Huawei has provided steadfast support for over a decade. Together, their contributions have created lasting impact, strengthened wildlife conservation, uplifted local communities,…
Civil Society Raises Alarm Over Judicial Independence Ahead of 2027 Elections.
Electoral Law &Governance Institute for Africa (ELGIA) together with other civil society organizations (CSOs), have warned about the growing threats to judicial independence in Kenya during a media briefing which happened at Nairobi hotel.They addressed several critical issues, highlighting the delicate balance between holding judges accountable and protecting the judiciary from political interference, especially as…