How you can make use of old tires on your farm
Tires, once past their prime they are a major nuisance. You might have a number of old tires on your farm but how can you make use of them? This a challenge most people face, even disposing them is not...
View ArticleNSE CEO: 7 things I know about money and creating wealth
Geoffrey Odundo is the chief executive officer at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). He has been the CEO at the NSE since 2015. Greatest financial milestone: My greatest milestone has been making...
View ArticleWhy Kenya is the best country to invest in
Kenya is not your typical African country, the country owns great and unique features which makes the country the more preferable for investments. Now let’s get to the facts: The country has a strong...
View Article9 Businesses You Can Start During the Rainy Season
In business, it’s always advisable to take advantage of situations. Given we’re currently experiencing the rainy season, what are some great businesses you could start? 1.Tent Hire Business: Many...
View ArticleSafaricom’s full year net profit rises to Sh. 45 billion
Safaricom has posted a mega full year net profit of Sh. 45.1 billion! This was a profit growth of 18.3 per cent. Total revenues for the year ended March 2017 have gone up by 8.8 per cent to Sh. 212.89...
View Article9 Best Home-based Business Ideas in Kenya
The high rate of unemployment in the country has forced a lot of people to look for other sources of income for survival. This does not only benefit individuals but the economy as a whole. If you’re...
View ArticleBenefits of blogging for business
There are a wide range of benefits of blogging for business. Blogs are important for promotion and marketing. A blog is an additional tool that is not only capable of reaching new customers. It can...
View ArticlePrideInn Hotels face closure over Sh. 87 million leasing debt
The PrideInn Group of hotels is facing closure. This is after a Mombasa hotelier asked the High Court to wind up the PrideInn Group of Hotels over a Sh. 87 million debt which is linked to a lease row....
View ArticleKilimall takes Government’s “Buy Kenya Build Kenya” Initiative Online
Online Shopping Mall, Kilimall, has joined the Kenya Government initiative dubbed “Buy Kenya, Build Kenya.” The government initiative encourages Kenyan manufacturers to sell their fashion items in...
View ArticleSafaricom rolls out M-pesa 1 tap
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has rolled out a new payment proposition, dubbed M-PESA 1 Tap following a successful pilot which started June last year. The M-PESA 1 Tap rollout will first be done in Nakuru...
View ArticleWeak shilling pushes second-hand car prices upwards
The weak Kenya shilling that has been trading at Sh. 103 to the US dollar has seen a spike in the price of second-hand cars. Over the past five months, some car models have seen their prices rise by...
View ArticleTroubled Mumias Sugar begs for Sh. 3.4 billion bailout
Mumias Sugar is pleading with the government for a Sh. 3.4 billion bailout. This comes after the cash-strapped manufacturer suspended operations at its company indefinitely citing cash problems....
View ArticleHow dairy, poultry and pig farming brings farmer millions
Henry Muriuki first ventured into serious agriculture in 2013 whenhe decided to increase his livestock and crops at his farm in Mikunduri village in Kirinyaga. He named his farm Heber Farm, and since...
View ArticleMy business made Sh. 10 million, then it collapsed!
MONA OMBOGO / STANDARD At 30-years, Kyalo Munyao, is a relatively young entrepreneur. However, his journey in entrepreneurship has seen him experience the highs and worst of lows you can ever go...
View Article5 time wasters that steal your productivity
There are a number of activities you engage in that lowers your productivity at work. Some of them are addictive if done on a regular basis. It is important to learn how to avoid or minimize engaging...
View ArticleTop 5 Reasons to attend Speed Networking Events
SPEED NETWORKING is a networking event with an accelerated twist. The program is specifically designed to allow attendees the quick and entertaining opportunity to introduce themselves and pitch their...
View Article7 tips to build your side business
1. Get crystal clear on your reason for starting your business. Connecting with your “why” is the most important first step you can take. Maybe you are motivated by being your own boss, financial...
View ArticleLivestock, TVs now to guarantee bank loans
Household goods, crops and livestock will now be used as security against bank loans. This is after President Uhuru Kenyatta signed into law a bill allowing the use of these commodities as security...
View ArticleAn Insight into the Capital Markets Africa 2017 Conference currently ongoing...
The aim of the Capital Markets Africa 2017 conference is to highlight African Markets in a Shifting Global Landscape. The 2-day conference, currently ongoing at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Upper-Hill Nairobi...
View ArticleSafaricom partners with Daak to hold 4th edition on deaf half marathon this...
The fourth edition of the Safaricom Deaf Half Marathon will be held at the Meru National Polytechnic, Meru County, this Sunday 14th May 2017. The race will bring together deaf athletes from all over...
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