Circadia, the internationally acclaimed American skincare brand rooted in chronobiology, has debuted in Kenya, ushering in a transformative chapter for professional skincare tailored to melanin-rich skin. “Kenya’s aesthetic industry is rapidly growing, and we see incredible potential to contribute meaningfully,” said Jitin Jaggi, Managing Director of Circadia. “Circadia is here to champion the professionals behind every skincare journey—by offering science-based products that truly transform skin, especially for melanin-rich tones.” The Science Behind Circadia Founded in 2001 by Dr. Peter T. Pugliese, Circadia’s formulations are designed to work in harmony with the body’s natural circadian rhythms—protecting skin by day and repairing…
Author: David Indeje
David Indeje
David Indeje is the Community Engagement Editor at Khusoko, East Africa’s leading digital business news platform. He shapes editorial content, drives audience engagement, and amplifies diverse voices. Beyond journalism, he consults on digital strategy across agriculture, governance, technology, and health, while examining AI’s role in the future of media. He also serves as Communications Officer at KICTANet, advancing digital inclusion and policy dialogue.
Cash-strapped Uchumi Supermarket Plc has taken a cautious approach to its recovery under a court-approved Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) as it approaches its 50th anniversary. A March 14, 2025, report by CVA Monitor Owen Koimburi states that Uchumi currently operates two locations, Langata and Unicity, and is actively working to strengthen its brand and financial position. Revived Retail Spaces The Langata branch has been partially transformed into a mall with 10 tenants, including China Square, which commenced operations in June 2024. Their lease contributes KES 5 million monthly, reinforcing the site’s financial viability. The Unicity branch, reopened in September 2024,…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has rolled out the National Policy on the Prevention of Alcohol, Drugs, and Substance Use (2025), approved by Cabinet in June but pending parliamentary enactment. The policy introduces a suite of measures aimed squarely at curbing substance use among Kenya’s young people. Legal Drinking Age to Climb from 18 to 21 “At 18, the human brain is still developing—delaying initiation until 21 reduces addiction risks, cognitive impairment, and risky behaviours,” NACADA said in its policy statement. If passed, the legal drinking age in Kenya will increase to 21,…
In a bold move to bridge Africa’s AI literacy gap and empower the next generation of tech-savvy professionals, This is Digital will announce the launch of its AI Literacy Program, set to begin on August 5th, 2025. The launch, themed ‘The Age of AI: A Reality Check,’ will take place in Nairobi on 16 July and coincides with the global observance of International Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day. This day celebrates progress in artificial intelligence while raising awareness about its potential benefits and ethical challenges. It serves as a timely platform to examine AI’s transformative impact across key sectors such as…
Jabali Towers, the latest high-rise development in Tatu City, presents a compelling investment opportunity with projected annual returns of 15% to 25%, driven by a combination of rental yields and capital appreciation. Strategically located in Tatu Central—the business and lifestyle hub of Tatu City—Jabali Towers benefits from its position within Kenya’s first operational Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Investors enjoy tax incentives and world-class infrastructure, reducing risk and enhancing long-term value. “Investors are buying into a fully functioning and sustainable city, not a promise,” said Stephen Jennings, founder and CEO of Rendeavour, the developer behind Tatu City. “With SEZ benefits and…
Satrix, South Africa’s leading provider of index-tracking solutions, will list its MSCI World Feeder ETF on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. This listing marks Kenya’s first equity-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) and only its second ETF overall, following Absa’s NewGold ETF launched in 2017. The ETF, valued at R18.2 billion (approximately $1.1 billion), tracks the MSCI World Index via BlackRock’s iShares Core MSCI World UCITS ETF. It offers Kenyan investors low-cost access to 1,398 of the world’s largest companies across 23 developed markets, including Apple (4.59%), Microsoft (4.48%), Nvidia (4.16%), Amazon (2.70%), and Meta (1.96%). The…