The annual climate Christmas taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, also aspires to be what every COP before it did – different. But will Climate Christmas really be different this year? In this article, let’s explore the possibility and what it means for Kenya and Africa.
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Fairmont The Norfolk Awarded Africa’s Leading City Hotel 2024 at World Travel Awards
Fairmont The Norfolk, Nairobi’s landmark luxury hotel, has achieved continental recognition by winning “Africa’s Leading City Hotel 2024” at the World Travel Awards, widely acknowledged as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence. This accolade celebrates our commitment to exceptional hospitality and reinforces our position as a leading luxury destination in Africa.
Kenya’s Renewable Energy Development Prospects
Exclusive Interview with Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), which is one of its one-of-a-kind multilateral organizations established to catalyze global solar growth. Dr. Ajay Mathur reveals the specifics of renewable energy development in Kenya, explains possible prospects, and talks about investment decisions in this area.
The Challenges and Prospects of Passport-Free Travel in Africa Using Biometrics
An interview with Willys Mac’Olale, Director of Fragomen Kenya, on the innovative opportunities and barriers in using biometrics, particularly facial recognition, for passport-free travel.
ShafDB signs MOU with CPF Group to scale up development of affordable housing
The agreement seeks to provide a platform for intervention across the affordable housing value chain.
APA Insurance and Hollard International commence collaborative operations
Collaborative effort to drive change in East Africa’s Insurance market
Navigating Flood Risks, Adaptation Strategies, and the Role of Climate Finance in Building Resilience
In recent times, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events have escalated, posing significant challenges across the globe. In many regions, relentless rains have led to catastrophic flooding, disrupting lives and livelihoods.
Xprizo enhances fintech platform with iOS launch
Xprizo, a cutting-edge iGaming fintech platform, has amplified its global reach with the launch of its iOS app. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and development as a fintech platform serving the underbanked and unbanked demographics.
Dynamics of Electric Mobility Transition in Kenya
George, a delivery executive, lives in a modest home on the outskirts of Nairobi. He unplugs the wire that charges his shiny new electric bike, presses a tiny switch bringing the quiet engine to life, and rides off to deliver happiness in the form of food. George is part of a large cohort of gig-economy workers who swears by this innovation.
Caribou Digital Launches New Book, The Platform Livelihoods Project: Research Exploring the Workplaces of the Digital Age in Africa & Indonesia
This pioneering research, conducted in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and with the support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation explores the pervasive digital workplace landscape in Africa and Indonesia. The research reveals the scale of dependency millions of Africans have on digital marketplaces for their livelihoods, where 27% of Kenyan farmers claim to use Meta (Facebook) to sell information and buy produce. In examining marginalised groups, people with disabilities shared in-depth accounts of challenges faced with their user experience, such as a lack of screen-reading technology for the visually impaired, inhibiting full participation. Caribou Digital calls for better governance and inclusivity for Africa’s digital marketplace to ensure it unlocks its projected reach of $72 billion by 2026.