How to manage risk and instil corporate values
Every business owner or chief executive celebrates when a ‘big’ client is netted by the marketing or sales team
By Andrew Makari Watila 5 years ago
How to manage risk and instil corporate values
Education: Trends that will revolutionise 2019 workplace
Trends that will revolutionise 2019 workplace
By Andrew Makari Watila 5 years ago
Education: Trends that will revolutionise 2019 workplace
Governance audits can mitigate corporate risks
A number of corporate collapses and corrupt practices arising from the agency problem as well as the adoption of weak governance practices have been..
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Governance audits can mitigate corporate risks
Equity airlifts 64 to global varsities
Equity Group has sponsored 64 students to join international universities under its Wings to Fly programme this year.
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Equity airlifts 64 to global varsities
Ways Kenya might retain regional status
The government must take concrete measures to ensure the country retains its dominance as the regional powerhouse.
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Ways Kenya might retain regional status
Trump threatens Sh10 trillion in tariffs against China
US President Donald Trump has instructed officials to consider a further Sh10 trillion ($100 billion) of tariffs against China, in an escalation of a
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Trump threatens Sh10 trillion in tariffs against China
Fears of Facebook crackdown fuelling ads war
Facebook is putting tighter controls on data flowing through its social network in response to the worst privacy crisis in its history.
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Fears of Facebook crackdown fuelling ads war
AP claim that 65 per cent of Kenyan households connected to electricity wrong
Recently, a global news outlet Associated Press (AP) carried an article claiming that 65 per cent of all Kenyan households are connected to electricit
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
AP claim that 65 per cent of Kenyan households connected to electricity wrong
Why Africa Airspace is attracting multinational carriers
With a population of over a billion people, Africa accounts for only one per cent of the world’s air traffic. The continent ought to lead in aviation
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Why Africa Airspace is attracting multinational carriers
Standard Group board appoints Juliana Rotich as independent non-executive director
The Standard Group Plc board has appointed Juliana Rotich as an independent non-executive director with effect from March 16, 2018. Ms Rotich is an en
By Andrew Makari Watila 6 years ago
Standard Group board appoints Juliana Rotich as independent non-executive director
Converting loans into equity is risky for banks
Depositors keep money in commercial banks because it’s safe and makes economic sense. Banks are also important institutions in a capitalist economy.
By Andrew Makari Watila 7 years ago
Converting loans into equity is risky for banks
Toyota Kenya Limited appoints its first Kenyan Managing Director
The board of Toyota Kenya Limited announced the appointment of Mr Arvinder Singh Reel as its new Managing Director effective 1st June 2017.
By Andrew Makari Watila 7 years ago
Toyota Kenya Limited appoints its first Kenyan Managing Director
Blow for RVR as suitor pulls out of sale talks
Private equity firm says it is no longer interested in acquiring stake in troubled entity
By Andrew Makari Watila 7 years ago
Blow for RVR as suitor pulls out of sale talks
National Bank of Kenya welcomes ranking in new banking survey
The National Bank of Kenya (NBK) has welcomed the findings of a banking report from Nairobi-based Cyntonn Investments.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
National Bank of Kenya welcomes ranking in new banking survey
Major issues to time for startup success
We have all heard the saying, “timing is everything.” This is especially true for startup companies. Timing can make or break your company.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Major issues to time for startup success
Kenya: Philips in Sh50m hospital facelift
The facelift, which will cost Sh50 million, will support the well-being and recovery of expectant mothers and their newborn babies.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Kenya: Philips in Sh50m hospital facelift
Kenya eyes high-value agriculture to up production
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Kenya eyes high-value agriculture to up production
Equity market commentary
With one less trading day in the week due to a holiday, equity turnover slumped 51.8 per cent to $30.1m (Sh2.91 billion) versus $62.5m (Sh6.07 billion) recorded previously.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Equity market commentary
Standard Chartered appoints new Global Head of Digital Marketing
Damien Cummings will join the bank in June 2015 and be based in Singapore, reporting directly to the Group Head of Brand and Chief Marketing Officer Sanjeeb Chaudhuri.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Standard Chartered appoints new Global Head of Digital Marketing
Dar campaign boosts tourism by four per cent
“Tourism currently accounts for 25 per cent of Tanzania’s total foreign exchange earnings,” Tourism Minister Lazaro Nyalandu told parliament.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Dar campaign boosts tourism by four per cent
Nakumatt opens 53rd outlet at the Garden City Mall
The opening of the new store is part of Nakumatt's ongoing effort to expand its regional footprint with a mix of urban and upcountry branches ahead of the Nakumatt Westgate hypermarket reopening in mid-July.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Nakumatt opens 53rd outlet at the Garden City Mall
LG begins global roll-out of leather-clad smartphone
Customers in key markets around the world will finally get their chance to own the latest advanced smartphone from LG Electronics.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
LG begins global roll-out of leather-clad smartphone
Brand Integrated expands footprint in Africa
Brand Integrated Consulting has appointed Dr Steve Olusegun Ogidan as Associate Partner – West Africa, in line with its vision to become Africa's defining brand.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Brand Integrated expands footprint in Africa
Local firm appointed Hydra-Oil distributor as beauty market expands
A South Africa firm, Shield Chemicals, has appointed local company Radbone-Clark Kenya its local distributor for Hydra-Oil — a specially formulated skin care product that helps diminish scars, stretch marks and skin discolourations, such as spots and blemishes.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Local firm appointed Hydra-Oil distributor as beauty market  expands
NSE-20 Share Index falls below 5,000 mark
The main NSE-20 Share Index on the Nairobi Securities Exchange was down 48.39 points or 0.97 per cent yesterday to close at 4,932.32 points.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
NSE-20 Share Index falls below 5,000 mark
Safaricom reports 38% increase in profits to hit Sh32 billion
Safaricom reported a 38 per cent jump in profits after tax to hit Sh32 billion in the year ending March 2015 extending its lead as the most profitable company in the region.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Safaricom reports 38% increase in profits to hit Sh32 billion
Kenya eyes inland port at Busia to serve nearby States
Kenya aims to build a cargo logistics hub near the border with Uganda to receive and clear goods through customs that arrive by air, rail or road, easing pressure on the port of Mombasa and Nairobi airport, a senior regional official said.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Kenya eyes inland port at Busia to serve nearby States
Four tips to raise funding for a start-up
By creating a good business plan and honing your pitch to wow your audience, you increase your odds of getting the financing.
By Andrew Makari Watila 9 years ago
Four tips to raise funding for a start-up
Hill+Knowlton appoints regional director for Africa
Communications firm Hill+Knowlton Strategies has appointed Shaun Poole as the regional director for Africa. He will be stationed in Nairobi.
By Andrew makari watila 9 years ago
Hill+Knowlton appoints regional director for Africa
In Brief: ABC Bank inks deal with US firm to up diaspora remittances
ABC Bank and US money transfer service Trans-Fast have signed an agency agreement to enable diaspora customers easily send money to Kenya.
By Andrew makari watila 9 years ago
In Brief: ABC Bank inks deal with US firm to up diaspora remittances
Scangroup appoints CEO for Africa
Scangroup has announced leadership changes at Scanad Africa. Sandeep Madan, who had been leading the Scanad Kenya and Ghana operations, has been promoted and is now Scanad Africa's chief executive, which has five fully owned operations in sub-Saharan Africa.
By Andrew makari watila 9 years ago
Scangroup appoints CEO for Africa
National Oil lowers cooking gas prices
National Oil has announced a reduction of cooking gas prices for its SupaGas brand. The reduction covers all segments of the oil firm's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) business line, including retail and commercial sales.
By Andrew makari watila 9 years ago
National Oil lowers cooking gas prices
Key stocks to look out for this New Year.
Centum, Kenol Kobil, Equity Bank, Mumias Sugar as well as the cement industry, insurance and information technology make a list of firms and sectors that will be closely watched this year.
By Andrew makari watila 9 years ago
Key stocks to look out for this New Year.
Key opportunities that will earn you good cash
Everyone is looking for investment opportunities with the best returns. From research, there are many options, depending on your pocket and interest.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Key opportunities that will earn you good cash
Equity market commentary
For the third consecutive week, the NSE 20 index closed the week 0.2 per cent lower. Failing to build up on last week’s marginal 0.5 per cent gain, the NASI was down 0.7 per cent.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Equity market commentary
Airtel Kenya gets new executives
Bharti Airtel has appointed Topyster Muga as the new head of Airtel Money.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Airtel Kenya gets new executives
Crown Motors bags Nissan franchise deal
Crown Motors Group Ltd has been appointed a distributor and seller of all Nissan brands in Kenya by South Africa's Imperial Group.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Crown Motors bags Nissan franchise deal
Fairmont Hotels appoints Davide Bertilaccio as General Manager for Kenya
Davide Bertilaccio has been appointed general manager of Fairmont Kenya, overseeing the management of The Norfolk, Mount Kenya Safari Club and Mara Safari Club.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Fairmont Hotels appoints Davide Bertilaccio as General Manager for Kenya
NSE joins FTSE Mondo Visione Exchanges Index
The Nairobi Securities Exchange has joined the FTSE Mondo Visione Exchanges Index, the first Index in the world to focus on listed exchanges and other trading venues.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
NSE joins FTSE Mondo Visione Exchanges Index
Bourse launches new trading platform for bonds
Kenya's Nairobi Securities Exchange launched on Friday a new system for trading corporate and government bonds that will enable the trading of bonds issued in foreign currencies.
By Andrew makari watila 10 years ago
Bourse launches new trading platform for bonds
Safaricom braces for showdown with KRA on data demand
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