Sabreen was dead before she could look into the baby’s eyes or hold her The young mother had carried her child through seven-and-a-half months of pregnancy. They were days and nights of constant fear, but Sabreen hoped the family’s luck would hold until the war ended. That luck vanished in the roar and fire of an explosion in the hour before midnight on 20 April. The Israelis dropped a bomb onto the al-Sakani family home in Rafah where Sabreen, along with her husband and the couple’s other daughter – three-year-old Malak – were asleep. Sabreen suffered extensive injuries and her husband and Ma ..read more

7 Nutrition and Health Benefits of Okra Okra is rich in magnesium, folate, fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins C, K1 and A. It may help support healthy pregnancy, heart health, blood sugar. it may even have anticancer properties. Okra is a flowering plant known for its edible seed pods. It’s cultivated in warm and tropical climates, such as Africa and South Asia. Here are 7 nutrition and health benefits of okra. Sometimes referred to as “lady’s finger,” okra comes in two colors — red and green. Both varieties taste the same, and the red one turns green when cooked. Biologically classified as a ..read more

Standard Chartered Kenya Launches First Sustainable Account In Africa Standard Chartered Kenya has today announced the launch of its first Sustainable Account in Africa, in response to growing momentum in the sustainable finance arena. Aligned to Standard Chartered’s commitment to enhance access to sustainable finance, the Sustainable Account provides clients an opportunity to participate in sustainable development by having surplus cash referenced against Standard Chartered’s sustainable loans and projects. Standard Chartered Kenya Launches First Sustainable Account In Africa Kenya became t ..read more

Aquila East Africa Unveils New Pan-African Look, Leading the Charge in Africa Aquila East Africa, a pioneering force in the marketing industry, has set a new standard with the unveiling of its striking new Pan-African look. This bold move marks a significant milestone in the journey towards embracing African identity in the marketing landscape. The unveiling event, held at The Location opposite Yaya center was attended by esteemed guests and senior brand representatives, including Betty Wamaitha, Chief Marketing Manager of Quickmart, Millan Kabata, Marketing Manager of Dairyland, and James Sog ..read more

itel Extends Feature Phone Products’ Warranty to 24 Months, Elevating Brand Service Standards in SSA Markets itel, a leading reliable smart life brand, has announced a significant enhancement to its after-sales policy: an extension of warranty coverage for its feature phones across SSA markets from the standard 12 months to an impressive 24 months. This upgrade not only sets itel apart from its industry competitors, but also serves as a powerful testament to its unyielding dedication to providing trusted services and support to its customers across the region. itel Extends Feature Phone Produ ..read more

Visa’s Growing Services Business Infused with New AI-Powered Products Visa,  a leader in digital payments, announced continued expansion of its global value-added services business with the addition of three new AI-powered risk and fraud prevention solutions. The new products, part of the end-to-end Visa Protect suite, are designed to reduce fraud across immediate account-to-account and card not present (CNP) payments, as well as transactions both on and off Visa’s network. Visa Protect is part of a broad suite of Visa value-added services that have grown to nearly 200 products, span ..read more

Business conditions weaken slightly as output and new orders shrink The Stanbic Bank report signaled a slight deterioration in operating conditions across the private sector in March, as order book volumes and output levels contracted. The downturn was a contrast to February, which saw an improvement in the private sector for the first time in six months. Despite the overall decline, the survey data provided some positive signals for Kenyan businesses. Staffing and inventories showed further growth, indicating potential opportunities for expansion. Additionally, input cost inflation slowed to ..read more

Watu Credit Kenya and Boda-Boda Association of Kenya Host Financial Literacy Clinic for Motorbike Riders Watu Credit Kenya and Boda Boda Association of Kenya have partnered to host a series of financial literacy clinics for boda-boda (motorbike) riders. These clinics will provide an opportunity for Watu Credit Kenya to directly engage and connect with its customers. By listening to their feedback and addressing their concerns, Watu aims to ensure timely loan repayments, reduce instances of repossessions, and ultimately empower riders to achieve financial stability and responsible financia ..read more

Enjoy Holy Week With Spotify’s Easter “He Is Risen” Hub Easter is upon us! This year, Spotify is creating a dedicated haven, an Easter gospel hub, “He is Risen” for all those seeking connection, spiritual enrichment, and joyful celebration. It promises to be fun while also offering a spiritually ethereal experience for lovers of the Christian faith. The Spotify Easter “He is Risen” hub is your one-stop shop for all things gospel. Think of it as a treasure trove of playlists overflowing with Lenten selections for quiet reflection, vibrant Christian and Gospel music from across Africa to get you ..read more

Absa Bank Partners With Visa To Launch Superior Card Payment Offering For Travel Agents And Businesses  Absa Bank Kenya, in collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, has introduced the Visa Commercial Choice Programme, a new Corporate Card solution targeting members affiliated with the Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA), allowing them the benefits of automation, flexibility and better cash flow management. Under this partnership, travel agents under KATA – the umbrella body for Travel Agents representing over 300 travel agencies, will enjoy the ease of smarter pa ..read more