AirAsia X expands with new route to Nairobi, Kenya
Africa, connecting Singaporean travellers to Nairobi, Kenya, via Kuala Lumpur. The inaugural flight is scheduled for 15 November 2024, making AAX the only low-cost carrier in Malaysia to offer direct flights to Nairobi.The Nairobi route is a crucial link in connecting Asia to Africa, fostering stronger trade, tourism and business ties within the region
Original article link: https://www.zawya.com/en/world/africa/airasia-x-expands-with-new-route-to-nairobi-kenya-w6azrmg6
Kenya hosts first African Drone Summit
Kenya has become the first African country to host the Elevate African drone summit in a bid to tap into the lucrative global drone market. The two-day event gathered over 500 participants from 21 countries, including Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, and Nigeria, to discuss the future of drone technology across the continent. Experts project the global Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market to reach $43 billion (Sh5.5 trillion) by 2025
Original article link: https://www.the-star.co.ke/business/2024-07-05-kenya-hosts-first-african-drone-summit/
Kenya launches strategic plan to boost dairy exports
Kenya unveiled a five-year strategic plan aimed at enhancing the country's dairy exports. Jonathan Mueke, principal secretary in the Kenyan Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, told journalists in Nairobi, the country's capital, that the plan outlines strategies to increase revenues from dairy product exports from the estimated 5 billion shillings (about 39 million U.S. dollars) recorded in 2023
Original article link: https://english.news.cn/africa/20240709/57fd6f18e01c4e388e02420596004272/c.html
Stakeholders from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania convene for regional trade talks
Over 5oo delegates from Kenya Uganda and Tanzania are set to meet in Naivasha to deliberate on the regions trade. The forum to be
held by Business Networking International East Africa will bring together leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to converge, exchange insights, and forge meaningful connections aimed at accelerating business growth. The event is scheduled for August 16, in Naivasha aims to strengthen inter-country trade by fostering strategic business networking among delegates from the three states
Original article link: https://www.the-star.co.ke/business/kenya/2024-07-10-stakeholders-from-kenya-uganda-tanzania-convene-for-regional-trade-talks/
Kenya, China Sign Sh63bn Business Deals for ICT, Pharmaceutical, Engineering
Kenya and China have signed business deals worth Sh63 billion covering an array of sectors including ICT, pharmaceuticals as well as engineering. The signing was done during the Kenya-China investment forum hosted by President William Ruto on the sidelines of the Third Belt and Road Forum in Beijing, China.
Dubai-based luxury travel firm Miftah enters Kenya
Dubai-based luxury travel service provider Miftah Concierge has launched operations in Kenya as a springboard for Africa expansion. Miftah will inject an initial capital investment of $2 million (Sh299.2 million) as it lays the ground for expansion outside Kenya. On her part, founder Nkwe noted that Africa was opening a new dimension of limitless lifestyle to luxury clients by becoming a focal point for investment, climate action as well as natural resources, adding that Miftah will offer clients unparalleled opportunities for both leisure and investment.
Original article link: https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/companies/dubai-based-luxury-travel-firm-miftah-enters-kenya--4404522
Carrefour opens new store in Nairobi CBD
The retail franchise, owned by Dubai-based Majid Al Futtaim, now has 21 stores, 17 of which are in Nairobi while Kisumu and Mombasa host two stores each. “The opening of the new store is a testament to Majid Al Futtaim’s commitment to expanding its presence in the country and investing in the local economy,” said Carrefour Regional Director for East Africa, Christophe Orcet.
Original article link: https://www.the-star.co.ke/business/kenya/2023-10-04-carrefour-opens-new-store-in-nairobi-cbd/
Kenyan youth to benefit from over 300,000 jobs in Google, Intel, Apple
Kenyan youth are poised to benefit from over 300,000 jobs in global tech giants Google, Intel, and Apple, following successful negotiations between the Kenyan government and the companies. President William Ruto, who made the announcement during a church service in Nairobi's Langata area on Sunday, said the government is committed to creating digital opportunities for the youth by constructing ICT hubs in every ward across the country.
Original article link: https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/careers/kenyan-youth-to-benefit-from-over-300000-jobs-in-google-intel-apple/l4mhqfh
Kenya: Airtel to add an additional 349 network sites
“We are committed to providing our customers with a network that reaches every corner of Kenya,” said Mr. Olusegun Ogunsanya, Group CEO of Airtel Africa. “Our network expansion efforts are driven by the goal of delivering an exceptional data experience to all our customers, regardless of their location. We are constantly investing in new technologies and innovations to enhance connectivity, improve service quality, and deliver on our promise of seamless communication”.
Original article link: https://africabusinesscommunities.com/tech/tech-news/kenya-airtel-to-add-an-additional-349-network-sites/
Kenya’s Fingo partners Ecobank to launch financial services app
Kenyan startup Fingo has partnered Ecobank to launch a new app aimed at powering financial inclusion across Africa. Fingo, which took part in Y Combinator in 2021, empowers Africa’s youth by enabling them to open a bank account via their mobile phone in less than four minutes, send money to other Fingo users for free, and to M-Pesa users and paybills via Paybills and Till numbers at subsidised rates.
Original article link: https://disrupt-africa.com/2023/05/09/kenyas-fingo-partners-ecobank-to-launch-financial-services-app/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kenyas-fingo-partners-ecobank-to-launch-financial-services-app