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Why technology could be a tipping point for insurance uptake 

 Insurance for most Kenyans, is a grudge purchase – something people reluctantly buy because it is mandated, not necessarily because they see its value. This has contributed to a low insurance penetration rate of under 3%, according to the Insurance Industry Annual Report 2023 by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), significantly below the global average
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300 Youth graduate from software development program by Power Learn Project & Safaricom Hook

 Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in collaboration with Safaricom’s youth platform Safaricom Hook, has graduated 300 youth from a software development program. Launched in October 2024, the PLP x Safaricom Hook Tech Cohort is a fully funded, 16-week immersive digital training initiative that recruited youth from all 47 counties of Kenya. Participants were equipped with
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Aga Khan University selected to participate in the 2025 Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI

 Aga Khan University has been selected to participate in the 2025 Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI. Afya Gemma, an AI-powered clinical decision support platform developed by Aga Khan University Data Innovation Office, has been selected from nearly 3,000 global applications Google.org launched an open call to find the next Accelerator cohort, providing resources to help address
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Java Foundation, Craft Silicon Foundation partner to support communities through school feeding & digital literacy

 The Java Foundation and Craft Silicon Foundation have partnered to support communities through school feeding and digital literacy initiatives. Java Foundation is the corporate social responsibility arm of Java House while is the corporate social responsibility arm of Craft Silicon Ltd. The partnership, formalised through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), will see the
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Lamine Yamal appointed a Visa’s Global Ambassador for FIFA World Cup 26

 As the one-year countdown to the FIFA World Cup 26 officially begins, Visa has announced a partnership with football sensation Lamine Yamal, who will serve as the tournament’s global ambassador. This collaboration promises unparalleled fan access and unforgettable experiences for Visa cardholders. To celebrate the milestone, Visa is immediately rolling out exclusive opportunities, including chances
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BURN wins the 2025 Ashden Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Global South

 BURN has been named the 2025 Ashden Award Winner for Outstanding Achievement under the Global South category. The announcement was made during the 25th anniversary Ashden Awards ceremony at the Royal Geographical Society in London, where BURN was recognized for its industry-defining approach to clean cooking. Peter Scott, Founder and CEO of BURN, commented: “When
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Equity Bank invests Ksh. 15M in sponsoring Murang’a Investment Conference

 Equity Bank has announced that it will sponsor the inaugural Murang’a Investment Conference 2025 to the tune of Ksh. 15 million. The sponsorship deal was signed by Equity Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi and Murang’a Governor Dr. Irungu Kang’ata with the event set for June 13–14, 2025, at Thika Greens Golf Resort. “Equity is not
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