Kenya plans to implement a visa-free policy for most African citizens, allowing them to enter and stay there for up to 2 months. This move aims to boost tourism and strengthen inter-African relations. On Tuesday, the Kenyan Cabinet approved recommendations to grant visa-free entry to citizens of most African countries, excluding Somalia and Libya. “As part of efforts to support open skies policies and tourism growth, a key proposal is to grant eTA exemptions to all African countries—except Somalia and Libya—due to security concerns. This initiative aims to promote regional integration and ease travel across the continent. Most African visitors…
Author: Lorine Otamo
Lorine Otamo
Lorine Otamo is a science journalist who covers health, technology, agriculture, and climate change. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and a knack for simplifying complex scientific topics.
Xiaomi Kenya unveiled its highly anticipated Redmi Note 14 Series at an exclusive event at the JW Marriott Hotel on Tuesday. This exciting lineup comprises three flagship-level devices: the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14, all engineered to deliver exceptional photography, durability, and performance at an incredible value. Flagship-Level Photography with AI-Powered Cameras The Redmi Note 14 Series boasts cutting-edge camera technology, designed to capture extraordinary detail and creativity. Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 14 Pro feature a 200MP AI camera system with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), advanced zoom capabilities,…
Remittances flowing into Kenya reached a record high of USD 4.945 billion in 2024, an 18% increase compared to the previous year. This significant inflow of funds from Kenyans living abroad has provided crucial support to the country’s economy, bolstering its current account and contributing to exchange rate stability, according to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The United States remained the primary source of remittances, accounting for 51% of the total inflows. December 2024 witnessed a strong month-over-month increase, with remittances reaching USD 445.4 million, a 5.2% jump from November. This sustained growth in remittances underscores their vital role as…
Jubilee Health Insurance Limited (JHIL), East Africa’s leading provider of innovative and customer-focused health insurance solutions, has launched its first Center of Excellence: Agency Office at Jubilee Exchange on Mama Ngina Street. This strategic move signifies the commencement of JHIL’s 2025 expansion plan, prioritizing agent empowerment and enhancing healthcare accessibility for Kenyans. Recognising the critical role of intermediaries in expanding health insurance penetration (currently at a mere 2.3% of GDP), JHIL emphasises the value of its over 3,000-strong agent network. This Center of Excellence provides agents with: World-class resources: Training facilities, operational support, client meeting spaces, and advanced digital tools.…
MultiChoice Kenya has unveiled the 2025 Step-Up promotion that upgrades customers’ DSTV or GOtv package to the next higher tier for free from January 13th to March 31st. This lets customers experience premium content like blockbuster movies, gripping series, live sports, and local shows without breaking the bank. What are the conditions for upgrading? To qualify, customers must pay for a package that is at least one step higher than their designated package. You will then be automatically upgraded within 48 hours of payment. How will I receive my upgrade? Once you pay for a package above your designated package, you…
The Kenyan economy experienced a significant slowdown in the third quarter of 2024, with GDP growth decelerating to 4%, marking the slowest pace in four years. This figure fell short of the Central Bank of Kenya’s forecast of 5.2%, raising concerns among market observers. The slowdown was primarily driven by contractions in key sectors such as construction (2.0%) and mining and quarrying (11.1%). Global economic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainty may also have contributed to the slower-than-expected growth. Growth Drivers Despite the overall slowdown, some sectors exhibited positive growth, including agriculture, forestry, and fishing (4.2%); transportation and storage (5.2%); financial and…