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[Kenya Business Week] Heavy rains take a toll on economy, key sectors register mixed fortunes
[Kenya Business Week] Heavy rains take a toll on economy, key sectors register mixed fortunes
Kenya, like the rest of East Africa, continues to experience heavy rainfall that has claimed lives, displaced hundreds…
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[Interview] Clement Tulezi, CEO, Kenya Flower CouncilFeb 14, 2018
[Interview] Clement Tulezi, CEO, Kenya Flower Council
Kenya Flower Council has a new boss. With an experience spanning 23 years across media, communications, marketing and…
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[Bob Koigi] Column: Diversification to new frontiers the magic bullet to fixing unemployment in AfricaSep 29, 2017
[Bob Koigi] Column: Diversification to new frontiers the magic bullet to fixing unemployment in Africa
Africa’s smallholder farmers are the apex of agricultural output in the continent contributing a staggering 75 percent…
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisCalling for Partners: GreenShift Sustainability Forum | Nairobi, August 2026 Africa's green economy conversation is moving from talk to action, and we want the right organisations in the room. TechTrends Media and Africa Business Communities are proud to announce the GreenShift Sustainability Forum, a premier full-day event bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and climate-tech innovators under the theme: "Driving Africa's Sustainable Future: Innovation, Collaboration & Action." The forum will feature expert-led keynotes, interactive working labs, a live recording of the GreenShift Podcast, and the official launch of GreenShift Magazine, our new premium publication dedicated to sustainability and climate-tech across the continent. We are now opening a Call for Partnerships. If your organisation is committed to #ESG, renewable energy, green finance, or climate innovation, this is your platform. Partners will gain: ✅ Brand visibility at Africa's leading green economy event ✅ Access to a high-level network of decision-makers and innovators ✅ A dedicated spotlight to showcase your ESG milestones ✅ Reach across our print, digital, podcast, and live platforms Let's build Africa's sustainable future together. Reach out at info@techtrendsmedia.co.ke or DM us to start the conversation. #GreenShift #Sustainability #GreenEconomy #ESG #ClimateAction #Africa #Nairobi #GreenFinance #RenewableEnergy #Partnerships Kanali Nixon
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisThe Nigerian Communications Commission has issued a major directive requiring Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to compensate subscribers for poor network service, in a policy shift announced on March 29, 2026. https://lnkd.in/ek-YaNXe
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisAfrican Export-Import Bank has announced the underwriting of US$2.5 billion in the US$4-billion senior syndicated term loan in favour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP). https://lnkd.in/eqfS7ERe
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisWestcon-Comstor has announced a new distribution partnership with Infoblox, bringing the company's hybrid and multi-cloud networking platform to Southern Africa. Under the #partnership, Westcon-Comstor will provide channel partners with access to Infoblox's full portfolio, enablement support, technical training, and go-to-market guidance. Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/d6Nsfufz Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #tech #cloud
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisThe National Assembly of Kenya has approved the sale of a 15% government stake in Safaricom PLC to Vodacom. The $1.86 billion in total proceeds will be deposited into the National Infrastructure Fund. Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/dtpGRm_t Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #telecom #infrastructre
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisTelkom Kenya has failed to meet the Communications Authority of Kenya's minimum quality-of-service standards for FY 2024-2025. The CA has not publicly detailed what remedial action, if any, it intends to pursue following the findings. Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/d-ezDA7Z Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #telcom #government #communication
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisCascador has opened applications for its 2026 ScaleUp Program. The #accelerator is looking for 12 growth-stage founders to help them scale faster and raise more #capital. "Entrepreneurs are the engines of change." Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/dSBMRZwk Trish Thomas Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #startups
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisPaymentology has partnered with Bank Zero to enhance access to modern #financial services in South Africa. Through this partnership, Paymentology will provide scalable card processing #infrastructure to support digital banking and the local financial ecosystem. Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/dUJgr-BU Kesheni Moodley Lezanne Human Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #fintech
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Bob Koigi reposted thisBob Koigi reposted thisLiquid Intelligent Technologies has successfully priced a $300 million offering of senior secured notes due 2031 at a fixed coupon of 10.750% per annum. The notes are part of a broader #refinancing initiative, by combining new debt and a cash injection from Cassava Technologies. Read here>>> https://lnkd.in/dBeh4W_n Hardy Pemhiwa Bas Vlugt Bob Koigi Michelle Waweru Pielina Kamau Kanali Nixon Andrea Ayemoba Patience RUTAYISIRE #telcom
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Bob Koigi liked thisBob Koigi liked thisI’m excited to launch my LinkedIn newsletter, Comms for Impact. In this space, I’ll be sharing practical insights on strategic communications in development, from turning data into compelling stories to documenting real impact from the field. If you’re interested in how communication can drive change, I’d love for you to subscribe and follow along.From Data to Story: Making Impact Reports Actually MatterFrom Data to Story: Making Impact Reports Actually MatterEmmanuel Muyuka
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Bob Koigi liked thisBob Koigi liked thisCalling for Partners: GreenShift Sustainability Forum | Nairobi, August 2026 Africa's green economy conversation is moving from talk to action, and we want the right organisations in the room. TechTrends Media and Africa Business Communities are proud to announce the GreenShift Sustainability Forum, a premier full-day event bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and climate-tech innovators under the theme: "Driving Africa's Sustainable Future: Innovation, Collaboration & Action." The forum will feature expert-led keynotes, interactive working labs, a live recording of the GreenShift Podcast, and the official launch of GreenShift Magazine, our new premium publication dedicated to sustainability and climate-tech across the continent. We are now opening a Call for Partnerships. If your organisation is committed to #ESG, renewable energy, green finance, or climate innovation, this is your platform. Partners will gain: ✅ Brand visibility at Africa's leading green economy event ✅ Access to a high-level network of decision-makers and innovators ✅ A dedicated spotlight to showcase your ESG milestones ✅ Reach across our print, digital, podcast, and live platforms Let's build Africa's sustainable future together. Reach out at info@techtrendsmedia.co.ke or DM us to start the conversation. #GreenShift #Sustainability #GreenEconomy #ESG #ClimateAction #Africa #Nairobi #GreenFinance #RenewableEnergy #Partnerships Kanali Nixon
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Bob Koigi liked thisBob Koigi liked thisI’m thrilled to share news of my next adventure at WPP as Global CEO, WPP Brand & Design, and Global CEO of Landor. Branding and design have never mattered more to our clients. Bringing together our world-class portfolio of specialist agencies to unlock our collective power is an extraordinary opportunity to drive client growth. We have hugely talented teams across our brilliant agencies - connecting business strategy to brand strategy, expressed through multi-dimensional brand and experience design. And, powered by WPP Open, AI is already transforming how we work, how we create, and how we manage brands across channels and borders — and we've only just begun. This is a truly exciting time to be in the branding and design world. Landor Design Bridge and Partners ManvsMachine Deeplocal Coley Porter Bell amp sound branding CBA Design BDG architecture + design
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Bob Koigi liked thisBob Koigi liked thisAfter several months of reflection, building, and quietly doing the work, I’m excited to share a major update in my professional journey. Last November, I announced my exit from the BBC — a place that shaped me deeply as an editor, leader, and storyteller. Since then, I’ve been working behind the scenes to define the next chapter of my contribution to Africa’s media and communications landscape. Today, I’m proud to share that I am now officially open for business as an Editorial, Media, and Strategic Communications Consultant — both independently, and through a new venture that I’m honored to introduce: Story Forte Africa 🎙️ Authentic Storytelling for Global Impact 🌍 www.storyforte.africa Story Forte Africa is a storytelling and communications studio dedicated to helping individuals, organizations, and institutions communicate with clarity, creativity, and intention. Through a Pan‑African network of creators and strategists, we offer: • Story-Led Strategic Communications Narrative development, editorial leadership, message architecture, and communication strategy for organizations working across Africa. • Signature Multi-Platform Productions Documentaries, digital series, podcasts, and branded content that centre African identity and global relevance. • Skills & Capacity Development Training programmes, workshops, and youth-focused storytelling labs that build practical communication and media skills. • Brand & Visual Storytelling Design, identity development, and visual narratives that reflect Africa’s richness with premium execution. This work is already underway — and I’m deeply grateful to the partners, clients, collaborators, and friends who have trusted me during this quiet build-up phase. Your belief has helped shape this vision into something real. As I formally open this chapter, I’m inviting: ✔️ Organizations seeking strategic communication support ✔️ Teams looking to strengthen their storytelling capacity ✔️ Creatives and partners interested in collaboration ✔️ Institutions working across Africa who need narrative clarity and impact If our paths align, I’d love to work together. Thank you for the support so far — and here’s to shaping Africa’s stories with intention. Newton Ndebu Founder & Lead Consultant, Story Forte Africa www.storyforte.africa
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Bob Koigi liked thisBob Koigi liked thisThe future of grain safety and food innovation starts here 🌾 Join industry leaders at the CMA Technical Conference to shape the future of the sector. 📅 13–15 April 📍 Sarit Centre Expo To register please follow the link below: https://lnkd.in/dWxttjGn #ChaguaSafeChaguaSmart #FoodSecurity #KenyaAgriculture
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