Diaspora remittances play a fundamental role in different industries. Urban areas like Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, and even smaller towns have seen a surge in property development. Many Kenyans abroad invest in building or buying homes for their families back home. With proper planning and safeguards, remittances can continue to transform Kenya’s real estate landscape for…
AfriLabs, the largest pan-African network of innovation and technology hubs, has secured an unrestricted donation of $150,000 from the Airbnb Community Fund. The Airbnb Community Fund is dedicated to supporting organizations that are making a tangible difference in key areas. These areas include environmental sustainability, economic empowerment, mental health, and the prevention of abuse and…
From left: Borabu MP Ben Momanyi, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa pay their last respects to the late Chief Principal Ben Robert Onwonga at Nyaikuro Primary School on March 31, 2025. [Stanley Ongwae, Standard] Opposition leaders on Monday renewed calls for President William Ruto to withdraw the gazette notice authorising Kenya…
APRIL 5 – Thursday was a “terrible” and “devastating” day for people involved in Lesotho’s textile sector as they digested the news that the country’s exports to the US would be hit by a 50% import tax, or tariff. Teboho Kobeli, who founded Afri-Expo Textiles and employs 2,000 people in the country, could barely disguise…
Discover Sibiu Romania: The Hidden Gem of Transylvania As a full-time traveler and Digital Nomad Coach from the Netherlands I love to share my experience and help other nomads on their travels. Hi everyone, I’m Latoya and I’ve spent the last 4.5 years building the travel lifestyle of a digital nomad, and now helping you…
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Exploring multiple destinations on one trip is a wonderful opportunity to broaden your horizons as you create lasting memories. However, planning a multi-destination trip can be both exciting and daunting. Picture: Sourced/Getty Images Through careful planning and a bit of creativity, you can create a seamless experience that allows you to explore different locations without…
Building a home from scratch or even buying a home can be a financially intense undertaking. Getting a mortgage is a big step, and before you apply, it’s important to understand how it works. An interest rate is the cost of borrowing money. Interest rates are influenced by the broader economy. Sometimes we need a…
Equinix, global digital infrastructure company, has launched a cutting-edge LG2.3 data centre in Lagos Equinix, global digital infrastructure company, has launched a cutting-edge LG2.3 data centre in Lagos aimed at fueling Nigeria’s booming tech scene. The data centre is designed to provide businesses with secure, reliable, and high-performance colocation and interconnection services, crucial for supporting…