If you have an upcoming surgery scheduled, it is common to feel anxious or scared. Tomophobia, the fear of medical procedures, is reported to be experienced by up to 92% of the world’s population, which comes as no surprise, as undergoing an invasive medical procedure can be daunting for even the bravest individual. But do we really need to fear undergoing an op? The answer is no. Preoperative stress can actually have a negative effect on postoperative recovery, says Dr Henry Ddungu, a medical expert and spokesperson for the World Thrombosis Day (WTD) campaign. It can result in heightened pain,…
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Khusoko
Khusoko provides market insights into Africa's business investment as well as global trends that impact East African businesses.
Kenya’s music scene has been witnessing a significant shift in recent years, with a new and vibrant genre, Gengetone, taking centre stage. Spotify has created a one-stop destination for Kenya’s hottest music genre; Gengetone Fire. This homegrown style of music has rapidly grown in popularity and has become a cultural phenomenon that resonates with Kenyan youth, specifically those aged 18-24 according to Spotify data over the last 90 days. Since its launch in 2021, the Gengetone Fire playlist on Spotify has been setting East Africa ablaze with its infectious beats and catchy tunes. The East Africa Editor at Spotify took…
Liberty Kenya Holdings PLC has announced the appointment of Kieran Godden as Group Chief Executive and director of the Company, effective August 1, 2023. He replaces Godfrey Kioi who was acting CEO following the retirement of Mike du Toit from his position in 2022. With over 25 years of experience in the insurance and retirement fund industries with the international Liberty Group, Godden has served as Chief Financial Officer of Liberty Corporate and most recently as Chief Executive Officer of the Liberty Group’s Health insurance business in Nigeria. Liberty Kenya Chairman Philip Odera congratulated Mr Kieran Godden on his appointment and…
A flow control valve controls the flow rate of the air in a pneumatic system by managing the opening of the orifice. An electronic controlled air valve provides strong control over flow and other relevant process parameters by performing the below-listed functions. Start and pause the flow. Changes the amount of fluid. Controls the directions of flow. Regulates the required pressure. Decrease the strain from the plumbing system and appliances. Today, the availability of proportional air valves in different types, shapes and sizes helps to accommodate various commercial and domestic as well as industrial applications. Below we have listed some…
Good news for patients who need endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures but are hesitant due to their intrusive nature: Aga Khan University Hospital has introduced capsule endoscopy, a non-invasive alternative. Capsule endoscopy uses a tiny wireless camera inside a vitamin-sized capsule that the patient swallows. As the capsule travels through the digestive tract, the camera takes thousands of pictures, transmitting them to a recorder worn on a belt around the patient’s waist. This procedure allows doctors to see inside the small intestine, an area not easily reached with traditional endoscopy procedures, which involve passing a long, flexible tube equipped with a…
Ogilvy Africa has appointed Cathy Gathu as Managing Partner for its Advertising, Brand, and Content offering. Gathu will begin her role on August 1st and will report to Vikas Mehta, CEO of Sub-Saharan Africa. Gathu is a highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in brand strategy and integrated marketing communication. She has held senior positions in various industries, including healthcare and finance, and has successfully led and grown a creative agency. Cathy Gathu’s diverse experience has honed her expertise in brand strategy, research, campaign planning and execution, customer experience, digital marketing, and creative development. She has been…