Court Halts GMO Imports, Farmers Cheer for Food Freedom.
The Court of Appeal has temporarily blocked the import of genetically modified (GM) crops into Kenya, sparking widespread celebration among civil society groups. Greenpeace Africa, the Kenya Peasants League and BIBA Kenya have praised the ruling, calling it a crucial step in protecting farmers’ rights and food sovereignty. Speaking at a joint press conference at…
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TECNO Launches CAMON 40 Series in Kenya.
On March 19,2025, TECNO unveiled the groundbreaking CAMON 40 Series in Kenya, blending cutting-edge AI innovation with professional-grade imaging to empower users to “capture life effortlessly, in every scene.” Designed for photography enthusiasts, the series debuts as TECNO’s ultimate AI Flash Snap master, revolutionizing mobile photography with full-screen capture and efficient AI features. The CAMON 40 Series leverages intelligent capture technology to excel in…
Safaricom Hosts over 10,000 Young Innovators at its 3rd Annual Engineering Summit.
On March 18,2025, Safaricom kicked off its third edition of the annual Safaricom Engineering Summit providing a platform for young engineers, scientists, tech enthusiasts, innovators and stakeholders to engage in knowledge exchange, discussions and envision the future of engineering together. The three-day event seeks to champion young innovator’s role in transforming Kenya’s engineering landscape through…
The Chocolate Empire, new Showmax original cast connect with ‘Ghost’ at CCI Kenya.
Chocolate Empire, a new Showmax original, cast today connected with acclaimed American actor Omari Hardwick ‘Ghost’, the powerhouse behind popular series Power at CCI Kenya. The exclusive fireside chat event served as a vibrant platform for industry pundits, filmmakers, and local actors to connect and engage with the Hollywood star, who shared his experiences and perspectives on…
Safaricom Sponsors 2025 WRC Safari Rally with KES. 46.5 million.
Safaricom has today announced a KES.46.5 million sponsorship for the upcoming 2025 WRC Safari Rally which will be held from Thursday, 20th, to Sunday, 23rd, in Naivasha. Safaricom has come on board as the official technology partner to provide seamless and speedy network connectivity through the provision of six (6) Cell on Wheels (C.O.W.s) and…
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…
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…
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,…
M-PESA Celebrates 18 Years of Financial Innovation.
Safaricom’s M-PESA mobile financial service today marks 18 years since its launch in March 2007. M-PESA is currently available in more than 170 countries around the world, serving more than 70 million customers. The mobile financial services provider has grown to over one million businesses and agents in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of…