Safaricom, through its youth platform Safaricom Hook Circle, has hosted an Automobile Engineering Masterclass at the Nyeri National Polytechnic. The masterclass attracted 3,000 youth on-site and 500,000 others through digital channels where they were taken through mentorship forums designed to equip them with future-ready skills and exposure to real-world opportunities. “The Safaricom Hook Circle is about turning ambition into action. We are bringing opportunities closer to the youth whether in technology, financial services, the creative economy, or career development because we believe every young person in Kenya deserves access to the skills and support that will help them thrive in…
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When an important bet depends on seconds and your mobile browser lags at the decisive moment, every bettor understands the value of speed. African players are particularly familiar with this problem: excellent odds for the Morocco Atlas Lions match disappear while the page loads over an unstable connection. The solution is simple: CaptainsBet app download latest version. It is designed specifically for the conditions of the African continent, where stable internet is rare. Kenyan players especially appreciate the app’s ability to function smoothly even during network interruptions common across East Africa. Advantages of a native application CaptainsBet was created specifically…
Installing a betting app should be simple, but some users in Kenya might face random blocks with the 1win app or failed installs. This guide explains the most common problems and gives clear, step-by-step fixes for both Android and iOS, helping you complete the free 1win app download without issues. You’ll also learn what to do if the app still won’t work after setup. Common Installation Issues Most installation problems stem from phone compatibility or missing permissions. These are the typical triggers you should check first: How to Fix Installation Issues on Android? Most 1win users in Kenya use Android…
Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and user base, is celebrating eight years of growth. This milestone reflects the collective impact of a global community that continues to advance crypto toward the mainstream and chart the future of digital finance. Starting as a crypto-to-crypto exchange in 2017, Binance has grown into a community of 280 million users across more than 100 countries — today, nearly 1 in every 28 people on Earth is registered on Binance. Every week, about one million new users join the platform, reflecting the accelerating adoption of digital…
British International Investment has announced that it has committed £1.09 billion to African companies in 2024 to create jobs, reduce aid dependency and combat the climate emergency. The sum was nearly 40 per cent more than its 2023 total of £725 million, despite the difficult investment environment caused by macroeconomic headwinds. BII’s total net assets increased to £9.9 billion (£8.5 billion in 2023) while post-tax profits improved to £213.3m compared with a £44 million loss in 2023. The figures are contained in BII’s Annual Review, which was published today. About 62 per cent of investments were made in African companies…
South African digital transformation innovator, GEN2 Enterprise Software, has officially joined Project Portfolio Office’s PPO Partner Programme, cementing a strategic partnership that will help to support organisations across public and private sectors to accelerate their digital transformation journeys through best-in-class project portfolio management (PPM). An important part of this collaboration is GEN2’s adoption of PPO, Project Portfolio Office’s flagship cloud-based PPM tool; not only as a core solution within its client offering but also internally to enhance its own project delivery and governance. This dual role – as both implementation partner and user – positions GEN2 as a credible, experienced advisor, with…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has announced that twenty young entrepreneurs have graduated from its Youth Tech Entrepreneurship Programme. The year-long programme, currently running in the Eastern Cape and North West Province, aims to address youth unemployment through advanced digital skills development and entrepreneurial support. The graduates received their certificates of completion at Liquid’s head office in Johannesburg on 25 June. The event culminated in four technology start-ups pitching their businesses to a panel of industry judges. ProLink, a digital platform for connecting users with verified contractors in Mthatha, emerged as the winning start-up, securing R100,000 in seed funding and a…
Many crypto projects choose to lock a portion of their tokens for strategic reasons, such as to incentivize long-term commitment from team members, investors, or the community. These tokens are held in locked addresses and remain inaccessible until a predetermined “vesting” period ends. Binance’s new Locked Addresses feature makes these important supply details visible directly within the Binance platform. Users can now verify whether a portion of a project’s token supply is indeed locked, track how much is involved, and factor that into their trading decisions. This visibility is critical. A project’s circulating supply is one of the most fundamental…
Sama announced its successful recertification as a Certified B Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to balancing profit with purpose. Sama received an overall B Impact score of 118.4 from B Lab, up from 98.5 at initial certification in 2020. The new score affirms Sama’s progress across governance, workforce development, community impact and environmental stewardship, exceeding the 80-point threshold required for B Corp status and more than doubling the median score of ordinary businesses. B Corp Certification assesses the overall social and environmental impact of a company. To achieve B Corp Certification, a company must meet a score of at…
Insurance. The word itself can evoke a mix of emotions, from confusion and skepticism to a sense of security. Unfortunately, misconceptions about insurance often overshadow its true purpose: protecting you from financial hardship in times of unexpected events. Let’s debunk some common myths and shed light on why insurance is essential for every Kenyan. While cost is a valid concern, insurance offers significant financial protection for a relatively small, predictable investment. Consider the potential financial devastation of an uninsured medical emergency, car accident, or house fire. Suddenly, that “expensive” premium seems like a small price to pay. Furthermore, Equity insurance,…