Danny Dyer started out working at a number of distilleries in Scotland then went on to work in a range of bars and exclusive clubs across Edinburgh, where he mastered his trade as a bartender and a true ambassador of whisky. Last year, after ten years, of gaining invaluable experience within the industry, Danny entered the […]
I love events where you get to try something new so when I got an invite to the Glenmorangie tasting at Villa Rosa Kempinski I was excited. The event was hosted by the Glenmorangie Global Brand Ambassador, Hamish Torie who was visiting Kenya. The event was a chance for Hamish Torrie to met with bloggers […]
Are you interested in business trends, current affairs and what’s going in the world of business? Are you a good writer who is good at carrying out interviews and networking? If your answer is yes and you can work remotely then we are looking for you. If your answer is yes, then you are the person […]
One of the major issues hindering economic development in Kenya is unemployment. This is most prevalent among the youth. According to a recent survey by Aga Khan University, 55% of the youth are unemployed. The youth unemployment rate is double the national level of unemployment which according to a discussion paper, Kenya Youth Employment Challenge, […]
Are you sitting in your office daydreaming about the perfect vacation? Imagining yourself sitting on a chair by the beach as you sip your cold drink, inhaling the salty ocean fragrance as you listen to the sounds of the crashing waves. You are reading that book you have been trying to read for ages. Or […]
This week Safaricom released their 7th Sustainable Business Report. Since 2012, Safaricom has documented their sustainability journey as they believe in holding themselves accountable in a transparent manner. Safaricom is the largest listed firm on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). It has a market capitalization of Ksh 941.5 billion and is Kenya’s most profitable company. […]
Though life expectancy in Kenya has improved over the years, communicable, non-communicable diseases, high rates of maternal mortality and injuries still remain an issue. According to World Health Global Observatory, Non-communicable diseases are responsible for 30% of deaths in Kenya. Diabetes, Cancer and Hypertension account for most of the deaths recorded. Additionally, maternal health conditions […]
It’s hard to imagine that there could still be anyone in this day and age who doesn’t yet appreciate just how important the progress that we have made in the fields of environmental science and medicine are. And yet, there is still a battle underway to make sure that the benefits of a greener society […]
Ad Hoc may not be a familiar name but after performing this weekend at Safaricom Jazz, you will most likely see them everywhere. I caught up with Dan Abissi to find out more about who they are and what they are doing. Ad Hoc is a young, growing sensational jazz band that is creating quality timeless […]
Cantu is an American brand that specializes in natural hair products. This is a favourite among many naturalistas because of the price (products range from Kshs 1,050 – 2,200) and pretty packaging. I use a wide variety of natural hair products, but what stands out the most to me is Cantu’s line of shea infused […]
I had the pleasure of travelling with Qatar Airways some weeks back on my way to the USA. When you hear that you’ll be up in the air for almost 20 hours, it can be a bit daunting. Luckily the stellar services provided by Qatar make the trip so comfortable, that you hardly notice how […]
Here is a simple example to understand how blockchains work. Man has been keeping records for over 5,000 years. Writings on clay were used to document important hot historical events, basic bookkeeping amongst other things. We all know that this developed to writing on papyrus 1000 years later and finally paper 2000 years later. It […]
The growth of the internet has opened numerous doors to make money online. You can actually earn a decent living from these opportunities. With access to internet bundles, a computer or smartphone, you are good to go. While some of these options may require some basic skills, others just require your interest. Here are a […]
Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA) recently hosted its third Economic Forum. The Forum focused on Food Security and Government Policies. The main agenda of the day was to determine how Kenya can create optimal food production under the Big Four Agenda. This included discussing key thematic issues regarding Kenya’s economy and policies. Kenya has the […]
Safaricom customers from today will pay higher prices as the company has announced an increase in call, data and SMS rates. This is as a result of the Excise Duty tax imposed on consumers after the passing of the Finance Act and comes barely 2 months after Safaricom reduced its internet rates. It was only […]