Standard Chartered, through its Futuremakers initiative and with funding from the Standard Chartered Foundation, has partnered with Village Capital to expand its Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan. Futuremakers, Standard Chartered’s global youth economic empowerment initiative for disadvantaged young people, and the Standard Chartered Foundation are providing the financial backing for the Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator. This program will offer specialised training, nearly USD 1.9 million in catalytic grant funding, and access to a global network of peers, finance providers, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners. Over three years, the initiative aims to support…
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Khusoko provides market insights into Africa's business investment as well as global trends that impact East African businesses.
According to Geopoll’s 2024 report on betting in Africa, most sports bettors in the continent bet on football as their favourite sport. Kenya emerged as one of the best markets for operators, with 82.81% of respondents from the country admitting that they have placed bets. By reading this guide, you will learn everything every bettor needs to know about football betting in Kenya. Most Kenyans Enjoy Betting On the EPL and Other Leagues Notably, most sports enthusiasts in Kenya visit recognised platforms like Captainsbet to bet on the English Premier League (EPL). It is common to come across groups of…
The fastest-growing jobs globally are in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, networks, cybersecurity, and technological literacy, according to the World Economic Forum. The Future of Jobs Report 2025 says jobs like Big Data specialists, fintech engineers, AI and Machine Learning specialists and software and application developers will be in more demand than others over the next five years. The report is a collection of the views of over 1,000 leading global employers representing more than 14 million workers across 22 industry clusters and 55 economies from around the world. As technology continues to transform the employment landscape and create opportunities, experts say…
Understanding how to effectively live with diabetes and manage it to maintain a normal life is paramount for anyone affected by this prevalent condition. Diabetes mellitus can impact individuals of all ages. There are several forms of diabetes; however, the primary types include: Type 2 diabetes, the most common, affecting up to 85% of individuals with the condition; Type 1 diabetes, which predominantly occurs in children and young adults; and gestational (pregnancy-associated) diabetes. A combination of treatment strategies can enable effective management of the condition, promoting a healthy life and reducing the risk of complications. Below are important points to…
Countries around the globe are currently reshaping their economic policies to stimulate sluggish growth that has been adversely affected by high inflation and interest rates. This transformation is taking place amid shifting geopolitical landscapes, potential trade conflicts between the United States and China, and disruptive internal reforms. The European Union has unveiled initiatives aimed at deepening and enhancing capital markets, improving the ease of doing business, and securing energy supplies. In the United Kingdom, the government has initiated Invest 2035, a modern industrial strategy designed to revitalise the economy. Concurrently, the newly re-elected American President, Donald Trump, has committed to…
Absa Bank Kenya has enhanced its Prestige Banking service to empower salaried professionals and entrepreneurs with robust financial growth and investment opportunities. Unveiled during the 2025 Magical Kenya Open, the enhanced Prestige Banking service aims to serve individuals with monthly incomes ranging from Ksh150,000 to Ksh500,000. Seema de Souza, Absa’s Director for Affluent Banking, highlighted that the service provides personalized financial planning, strategic investment advice, and exclusive lifestyle benefits to optimize customers’ financial well-being. “Banking today transcends mere transactional activities; it is about equipping our customers with the strategic tools necessary for prudent investment and long-term financial security,” stated Seema…