2023 Intake Open University of Kenya
2023 Intake Open University of Kenya

Business & Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Kenya and India strengthen bilateral relations, sign five strategic MOUs

The President's state visit to India signifies Kenya’s continuous efforts to position itself as an attractive destination for international investors. One of the significant moments of the visit was the signing of five memoranda of...

Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund expands portfolio

Accra, Ghana, December 4, 2023 The Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund (the Fund)  has announced that three Investment Vehicles (IVs) received investment approvals:  Chui Ventures, VestedWorld, and SME Impact Fund. These strategic investments mark...

Why Equity Group has chosen customers over profits amid hard economic times

By Veronicah Njoki The institution has had a significant strategic approach to give their customers financial flexibility to overcome their economic hurdles.  Beyond transactions, it has invested in empowering its customers with the necessary skills and...

Zimele Asset’s newly-launched ChamaManager to straighten records in chamas

Every member of a chama can utilize the web-based platform. It accommodates diverse groups and collectives, irrespective of their financial aspirations, fulfilling Zimele’s goal of financial inclusion. The platform allows chama members to receive SMS alerts whenever they send contributions...

Why Africa’s visioned start-ups must embrace strategic collaborations

Africa needs a wider understanding and access to skillsets to employ oneself through education. Start-up companies need to take into consideration and familiarize themselves with business politics. Transformative knowledge is only achieved if an individual is...
FX trader in motion. One advantage of FX trading is flexible working hours, and it is becoming the go-to business for many young Kenyans PHOTO/Courtesy.

Exploring Forex Trading, a rising trend among Kenyan youth

A standout characteristic of forex trading lies in the unparalleled market size and liquidity, considering that it is the largest financial market in the world. Among the most actively traded currencies are the US Dollar,...

Upcoming Trans Africa Investment Summit to foster Africa-diaspora collaboration

Founded by Prof. Nanyunja and other partners, the summit aims to facilitate trade among Africans and the world. The absence of adequate training that is implementable in the African context is contributing to Africa’s downfall...
Alaka Lugonzo, an extractives Strategist at Oxfam, at the UM6P- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Marrakech, Morocco. She says Africa is well placed to flourish due to a productive use of its minerals. PHOTO/Alaka Lugonzo.

Africa, take charge of green minerals for development or remain poor

At least 700 million people worldwide lack access to energy, and 600 million of them dwell in the African continent.  The speakers at the session challenged local authorities to establish strong standards and regulatory bodies...
Kisii-based Finer Nails and Barber Shop team, led by Dr. Edna Orina (fifth from left), a Consultant Radiologist at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital, pose for a photo with Joseph Ondieki (third left), Manager, Kisii Vocational Rehabilitation Center, during their visit to the rehabilitation facility for a CSR on October 10, 2023. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Finer Nails and Barber Shop visits Kisii Vocational Rehab for Huduma Day

The visit was also an opportunity for the team to talk to the learners about mental health and wellness, business, self-realization and self-acceptance, among other life lessons. The CSR aimed at giving back to...

Kenya’s inflation rate and its effects on women; here’s how to survive

Historically, Kenya still struggles with consistent budget deficits, poor financial governance, corruption, heavy debt burden and other natural circumstances like rampaging droughts. In July 2023, Kenya’s inflation rate fell to 7.3%, the lowest reading since...