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Kenya’s digital payments industry could see a major shift if a proposal by Safaricom and the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) is adopted. The two entities suggest making Pesalink the country's primary fast payment system (FPS) to streamline digital transactions across banks, mobile money platforms, and fintech operators.
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The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has assigned KICC the primary role in positioning Kenya as a leading destination for corporate and professional gatherings. Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano highlighted KICC’s crucial role in this sector, emphasizing its importance in driving economic progress, knowledge sharing, and global networking. She stated
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Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade, and Industry, Rebecca Miano, officially inaugurated Nairobi’s Museum of Illusions on Saturday, marking a transformative moment for Kenya’s tourism and creative education sectors. The museum, the first in East Africa and part of a global franchise with over 45 locations worldwide, has already
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Kenya and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their longstanding partnership, rooted in cultural exchanges, trade relations, and diplomatic collaboration, during a high-level meeting held on Wednesday. Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, alongside Principal Secretaries John Ololtuaa (Tourism) and Silvia Museiya (Wildlife), met with EU Member Country
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Safaricom, in collaboration with Standard Investment Bank and ALA Capital Limited, has launched Ziidi MMF, a money market fund integrating M-PESA for simplified investment access. Ziidi MMF functions as a unit trust, allowing users to earn interest by transferring funds from their M-PESA wallets into Ziidi accounts. Returns accumulate daily,
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The M-Pesa Foundation is set to construct health facilities in Busia and Bungoma counties for Ksh 95 million to improve maternal health outcomes. In Busia, about 12,000 residents will benefit from maternal and child health services once a modern maternity unit is constructed at Nasewa Health Centre for KES
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The Top Employers Institute (TEI) has recognized Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) as Kenya’s leading workplace for 2025. The recognition also places the company among Africa’s most distinguished employers, marking the fourth consecutive year of certification. TEI conducts an in-depth evaluation of workplace policies and practices, assessing multiple HR dimensions.
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Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, alongside the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, launched an exciting initiative on Tuesday to kick off the year with remarkable offers in Kenya's tourism sector. The Magical Kenya Mountain & Trail series, a week-long event developed in partnership with the Kenya Tourism Board
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The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife is currently developing the National Tourism Strategy 2025-2030, a comprehensive blueprint aimed at guiding the development, management, marketing and regulation of the country’s tourism sector. The strategy, set to be finalized by May 2025, is being crafted in collaboration with the United Nations
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Linking your Co-operative Bank account to PesaLink opens up a world of fast, efficient and low-cost financial services. This enables you to seamlessly transfer money between Co-op Bank and other Kenyan banks, access transactions via Co-op Kwa Jirani Agents and even perform transfers through Co-op Bank ATMs and MCo-op Cash.
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The government is considering extending the validity of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, according to Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano. Proposed changes include allowing travelers to use the ETA for one or two years instead of renewing it at every entry point. Kenya dropped from position
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The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has posted a number of job vacancies, with application deadlines falling in January. Most of these roles are within the IT department, including positions such as Data Officers, Test Analyst, Scrum Master and more. Interested candidates are urged to send their application letters along with