Author: David Indeje

A new report by Fairwork Kenya reveals that digital workers, such as those in ride-hailing and delivery platforms, are denied employee benefits and exposed to mistreatment due to their classification as self-employed.  The report, The Promise and Peril of Platform Work in the Kenyan Platform Economy, also says that the lack of proper legislation leaves these workers vulnerable to exploitation. According to the report, most of the platform workers work an average of 12 hours a day, with some working up to 24 hours, due to the high costs they have to bear. In addition, the report says that there is…

Infinix has unveiled the HOT 40 series, a new line of smartphones that caters to gamers and entertainment enthusiasts of all budgets. The series includes the HOT 40 Pro, HOT 40, and HOT 40i models, each with impressive upgrades in processor, display, camera, and software.  The HOT 40 series also maintains Infinix’s leading position in fast charging technology, offering a fast and fun mobile gaming and entertainment experience. “The HOT 40 series combines exceptional performance, groundbreaking features, and stunning design, all at a reasonable price. It reflects Infinix’s vision of delivering a high-quality experience to our users, by merging advanced…

Standard Chartered Bank has agreed to sell its consumer banking business in Ivory Coast to Coris Group, a pan-African banking group. The deal, which was announced by Standard Chartered Africa and the Middle East (AME) CEO Sunil Kaushal and Coris Group Chairman Idrissa Nassa, is subject to regulatory approvals and the transfer of business. “This agreement marks a milestone in Standard Chartered’s journey in the AME region towards streamlining the business and providing further impetus to our delivery of best-in-class services and expertise to our clients,” Kaushal said. “The successful conclusion of the Bank’s strategic divestments will see us double…

In 2012, Chris Kantai started his humble journey in the hospitality industry, working as a dishwasher in the scullery of a restaurant. But within him, a spark ignited. This is the story of how Chris transcended the confines of the scullery to become one of Kenya’s most celebrated mixologists, shaking and stirring his way to the top of the cocktail scene. His path wasn’t without its challenges. Early on, he faced the societal stigma attached to bartending. “My mother wouldn’t even meet me when I told her I was a mixologist,” Chris recalls. But his passion was undeterred. He honed…

M-PESA plans to launch physical debit cards in partnership with Visa, the global digital payments giant.  The new cards will allow M-PESA customers to make purchases beyond its virtual GlobalPay offering. “As part of this strategy, Safaricom has achieved PCI DSS compliance, which builds on our strategic partnership with Visa, expanding M-PESA’s payment capabilities to include card issuing and acquisition,” M-PESA Africa said. “PCI DSS compliance enables M-PESA to begin offering tap-to-pay card payments for more than 60 million customers, 5 million businesses, and 100,000 developers across our entire ecosystem.” In line with our purpose of transforming lives, we are…

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and Safaricom have launched the second edition of the #BongaForLife campaign to protect and empower forcibly displaced women and girls and their host communities from gender-based violence (GBV). According to data, GBV affects 1 in every 3 women globally and can have devastating consequences for survivors and their families. Refugee women and girls are especially at risk of rape, sexual assault, and exploitation, especially during emergencies that cause mass displacement. “Gender-based violence is a serious challenge for forcibly displaced people, and UNHCR is committed to their well-being and safety. Through the #BongaForLife campaign, we ask…