Author: Jacktone Lawi

Purple Dot International Limited Unveils new Edge certified Purple Tower

Jacktone Lawi

MaryAnne Musilo Purple Dot International Limited has today unveiled it’s brand -new Edge certified, purple tower. This is to the industry stakeholders, investors and tenants who are set to make material savings on utility costs in the Ksh2.5 billion mixed-use commercial project in Nairobi. The proposed development sits along Mombasa road at the exit and entrance of the just completed Nairobi Expressway. The 14-floor edifice parades showroom at the ground floor , food and beverage at the second floor and Grade A offices from the third to the the fourteenth…

Kenneth Nyamwamu launches Nairobi gubernatorial race, unveils running mate

Jacktone Lawi

Nairobi Gubernatorial aspirant Kenneth Nyamwamu has promised to eliminate all cartels that have taken over services and utilities in Nairobi County. Nyamwamu who is vying on a United Party Alliance ticket says that he is well aware of the cartels that have taken over services in the county and made delivery of services to the masses inaccessible. Speaking at Nairobi’s KICC where he officially launched his campaigns and unveiling of his running mate, Nyamwamu also promised to cut business licenses and permits by half. “My predecessors have been dancing around…

Optiven limited launches a dancing challenge Dance Na Optiven

Jacktone Lawi

Optiven land limited has announced an exciting dance challenge dubbed dance na Optiven that is expected to last for two months. Announcing the development, Optiven CEO George Wachiuri said the challenge is aimed to spur joy and happiness especially during this electioneering period. He said that the company has been keen on ensuring the well awareness of beings and as part of the Corporate Social responsible they will awards the best winners with highest views with a value added plots in Nanyuki, Konza City and Naro Moru. He said its…

  Ashoka launches the “Everyone A Changemaker” Movement and the Ashoka Young Changemakers (AYC) Program in Nigeria  

Jacktone Lawi

  With a population of over 200 million people, 62 percent of whom are under the age of 21, Nigeria remains an important power on the African continent in inspiring the next generation of leaders and changemakers, who will in turn contribute to Africa’s development and create a better world for all. Changemaking is the “new education”. It is the most essential skill for thriving in the world today. Education is no longer just about what students read in textbooks and get taught in school. It is also about the…

Collaboration between Cooperates and Start-ups in the UK led initiative

Jacktone Lawi

The British Government through the UK Kenya Tech Hub and digital innovation firm Qhala, has launched an exchange programme to bolster partnerships between corporates and start-up companies in Kenya. Dubbed, iHelix, the programme will give big and small companies a platform to showcase and leverage their key strengths in efforts to scout for better ways of working in harmony to unlock billions of shillings in untapped opportunities in the digital economy. ‘Corporate-startup partnerships can be a win for all, especially the innovative start-ups in this country that are doing amazing…

Security and User Protection: Key to Sustainable Growth in the Crypto Ecosystem

Jacktone Lawi

Trust remains a key driver in daily decision making – between relations, personnel, and even institutions. Research shows that people will choose a product or service that they trust over non-trustworthy options. When it comes to money and investments, trust is even more critical. Individuals need to be confident that their financial transactions are processed with utmost security and transparency to continue to invest with their respective financial institutions. This is why these institutions remain committed to building secure frameworks to safeguard clients’ funds to grow their customer bases and…

Form One Admission Crisis

Jacktone Lawi

The Regional Education Learning Initiative (RELI) has made some recommendations to the government following the recent release of the 2021 KCSE result. RELI wants the government to track and put measures on schools that consistently underperform to determine the factors behind the poor results. They say that they are concerned by the increase in poor performance since 60% of the students that sat for the exam, scored a D+. This indicates that the secondary education system has failed more than half students that sat for the 2021 KCSE. Speaking at…

LG Commercial Washer: Why You Should Go For It

Jacktone Lawi

Doing laundry has evolved over the years, thanks to technology. The age of people breaking their backs doing laundry is slowly melting away and, in their place, laundromats and washing machines are taking over at a faster rate than ever before. With technology, doing laundry is not only fun but a source of income for thousands of people. Giant electronic maker and supplier, LG Electronics, has LG Commercial Washers that are revolutionizing the art of doing laundry. When one chooses the LG Commercial Washers, he/she gets a total laundry solution…

Fans thrilled as Smirnoff RTD holds the ‘Unleash Your Edge Fiesta’

Jacktone Lawi

Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) via its Smirnoff range of Ready To Drink (RTD) brands treated thousands of fun lovers to a scintillating weekend of ultimate entertainment, as the much awaited mega two-day festival, Unleash Your Edge Fiesta, went down on Saturday and Sunday at the Eva’s Garden in Red Hill, Limuru.   Starting from 2pm till late, the event featured a stellar line-up of some of Kenya’s best musicians, deejays and fashion creatives, who all pulled out their A-game in a bid to showcase their edginess, in line with the event’s aim.…

BluePeak’s inaugural fund announces an investment in Africure, A manufacturer, distributor of pharmaceuticals

Jacktone Lawi

BluePeak Private Capital’s $200 million targeted impact-linked fund today announced its investment in Africure, a pioneering pan-African manufacturer and distributor of quality pharmaceutical goods with manufacturing hubs across the continent serving patients across East and West Africa. The up to $15 million investment provides a vital capital boost to Africure and supports the company’s plan to strengthen its working capital to support the increased demand for pharmaceutical goods across its more than 10 African markets. The funding further enables Africure to realise its growth ambitions to develop a range of…