2025 Intake Open University of Kenya
2025 Intake Open University of Kenya

Business & Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Young woman taking notes while going through paperwork in her remote-work schedule. Africa's future of work is taking shape towards innovation, remote jobs and tech-backed approaches. PHOTO/techcabal.

Decoding Africa’s future of remote work and gig economy

A digital transformation is unfolding in Africa. The entrepreneurial spirit in Africa is thriving, with remote work playing a pivotal role in fueling the momentum.  The future of remote work in Africa rests in our hands—the...
An e-poster of the upcoming ICN Global Summit and Awards slated for August 31, 2023 in DRC. The Founder of ICN Global, Sir Clyde Rivers, will be gracing the occasion. E-POSTER/Courtesy.

ICN Leadership Summit set to unveil Congo’s glory, award changemakers

The event will be held in Congo in August. It aims at unearthing potential opportunities in Congo. iChange Nations will crown leaders of different calibers in the country for their input. Top-notch leaders from across the globe...
Stakeholders during the launch of QR Code Standard by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) recently. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Secure payments as CBK launches QR Code Standard

Payments will be quicker, more efficient, and more collaborative. The system provides a standard for developing and generating a unified QR Code. A customer will be presented with an option to pay using QR at...
Rich countries are reducing connectedness with each other and calling for the revival and revitalization of the nation-states. ILLUSTRATION/Systemic Alternatives.

Combating Deglobalization: Which way Kenya?

Deglobalization is taking place when economies in Africa are in turmoil.  Some African countries have been unable to meet their debt repayment responsibility to the World Bank and IMF.  They are also experiencing protests over food...
Dr. Walter Okibo, MBS, MHC, a multi-award winning visionary and transformational leader, entrepreneur, strategist, consultant and policy maker, presenting during a training for leaders recently. PHOTO/Arise Circle KE.

Dr. Okibo: Organizations need professionals to coach their staff

Organizations are constantly in transition. Investing in the training of staff is today's way out. In recruitment, scouting for talent is paramount, and so is retaining it. Organizations should know the go-to people for staff coaching,...
Seif Waziri (left) and Paul Rugendo, owners of Siha Organic Grocery Stores in Nauru city. They aim at promoting healthy living. PHOTO/Courtesy.

From campus buddies to business partners, the journey to Siha Organic

The grocery aims to enhance healthy living through fresh, organic foods. The duo is also employing technology for better agricultural approaches. They envision being the greatest agricultural producers and suppliers regionally. Imagine meeting your future business partner...
Demonstrations in Kenya. Whenever they arise, the youth are the most affected and the most involved, regardless of their political affiliations. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Why do Kenyan youth demonstrate, and how can we get off the hook?

Unemployment and unaffordable cost of life are key triggers. Academic and economic disruption due to technology and other factors is a major contributor. Reviving industries and taming corruption is vital. It does not matter which side...
MoMo Pencils, a product of recycled newspapers, is a manufacturing company meant to promote waste management and environmental conservation. PHOTO/Courtesy.

MoMo Pencils: Brothers recycling yesterday’s newspapers to today’s pencils

The brothers wanted an eco-friendly venture which would also leave a legacy. The pencils are made in a six-stage procedure. Kenya sells about 300,000 newspapers daily, which contributes to its paper waste that is not...
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (center) with Tourism CS Peninah Malonza, (far left) in a meeting with the winners of Forty Under 40 Africa Awards at the DP's office on April 4, 2023. PHOTO/DPPS.

DP Gachagua, CS Malonza meet winners of Forty Under 40 Africa Awards

The winners' meeting with the leaders recognized their impact on the country through their companies and initiatives. They met with Peninah Malonza, CS Tourism, at her office before proceeding to DP Rigathi Gachagua's office for...
One of the e-posters by Twani Foundation to introduce the speakers ahead of the event. E-POSTER/Twani Foundation.

Synergy is key to breaking barriers, African women economic summit reveals

The summit aimed to enlighten women entrepreneurs on the need to unite to break barriers. The speakers noted that there is space for everyone; women's empowerment does not mean men's disempowerment. They urged women not to...