Justice Chacha Mwita prohibited Safaricom from implementing the notice, which would have imposed a three-year expiry period on Bonga Points. The judge declared that once awarded, Bonga Points become the property of the customer, relinquishing any rights Safaricom has over them. The court further declared the notice a violation of consumer economic rights, rendering it unconstitutional. “Having considered the petition, responses, and arguments by parties, I come to the following conclusions. First, this court has jurisdiction to hear and determine this petition,” Justice Mwita stated. “Second, once bonga points are awarded, the points become the customers’ property and the 1st…
Author: Lorine Otamo
Lorine Otamo
Lorine Otamo is a science journalist who covers health, technology, agriculture, and climate change. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and a knack for simplifying complex scientific topics.
Nairobi Fashion Week, Kenya’s premier fashion event, returns for its seventh edition with a bold new theme: Regenerative Fashion Renaissance: Restoring Culture and Nature. This year’s event, which will take place from January 29th to February 1st, 2025, at the Sarit Center, will spotlight fashion that minimises environmental harm and actively restores ecosystems, communities, and cultures. Shifting beyond traditional sustainability, this year’s theme emphasises regenerative fashion, focusing on replenishing resources, revitalizing ecosystems, and empowering local communities throughout the fashion supply chain. “This theme aligns with our vision of positioning Africa as a global leader in sustainability,” says Brian Kihindas, Creative…
Kenya plans to implement a visa-free policy for most African citizens, allowing them to enter and stay there for up to 2 months. This move aims to boost tourism and strengthen inter-African relations. On Tuesday, the Kenyan Cabinet approved recommendations to grant visa-free entry to citizens of most African countries, excluding Somalia and Libya. “As part of efforts to support open skies policies and tourism growth, a key proposal is to grant eTA exemptions to all African countries—except Somalia and Libya—due to security concerns. This initiative aims to promote regional integration and ease travel across the continent. Most African visitors…
Xiaomi Kenya unveiled its highly anticipated Redmi Note 14 Series at an exclusive event at the JW Marriott Hotel on Tuesday. This exciting lineup comprises three flagship-level devices: the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14, all engineered to deliver exceptional photography, durability, and performance at an incredible value. Flagship-Level Photography with AI-Powered Cameras The Redmi Note 14 Series boasts cutting-edge camera technology, designed to capture extraordinary detail and creativity. Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 14 Pro feature a 200MP AI camera system with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), advanced zoom capabilities,…
Remittances flowing into Kenya reached a record high of USD 4.945 billion in 2024, an 18% increase compared to the previous year. This significant inflow of funds from Kenyans living abroad has provided crucial support to the country’s economy, bolstering its current account and contributing to exchange rate stability, according to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The United States remained the primary source of remittances, accounting for 51% of the total inflows. December 2024 witnessed a strong month-over-month increase, with remittances reaching USD 445.4 million, a 5.2% jump from November. This sustained growth in remittances underscores their vital role as…
Jubilee Health Insurance Limited (JHIL), East Africa’s leading provider of innovative and customer-focused health insurance solutions, has launched its first Center of Excellence: Agency Office at Jubilee Exchange on Mama Ngina Street. This strategic move signifies the commencement of JHIL’s 2025 expansion plan, prioritizing agent empowerment and enhancing healthcare accessibility for Kenyans. Recognising the critical role of intermediaries in expanding health insurance penetration (currently at a mere 2.3% of GDP), JHIL emphasises the value of its over 3,000-strong agent network. This Center of Excellence provides agents with: World-class resources: Training facilities, operational support, client meeting spaces, and advanced digital tools.…