Author: Lynet Awino

Equity Group Holdings Plc and the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) have renewed and expanded their partnership with a $500 million agreement to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across East and Central Africa. The new deal aims to unlock $1 billion in loans for small businesses and help create or maintain over 50,000 jobs. This partnership builds on their earlier work, which began in 2018 and was later strengthened with a $75 million facility in 2020. The latest deal is the biggest guarantee agreement in AGF’s history and will cover Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of…

While women continue to outnumber men globally, Kenya’s 2025 Economic Survey has revealed that more boys are being born than girls. Data released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) on May 6, 2025, shows that male births accounted for 51.4 per cent of all registered births in 2024, a slight increase from 51.0 per cent in 2023. This has pushed the sex ratio from 104 to 106, meaning that for every 100 girls born, there are now 106 boys. Yet, despite this male baby boom, it’s still very much a woman’s world, at least in terms of longevity…

After making waves in South Africa and Tanzania, ‘The Mommy Club’, a reality show centered around the world of modern motherhood, is finally landing in Nairobi. This new edition brings together a cast of powerful, unapologetic Kenyan women who are juggling parenting, passion, and personal growth, all while living large and staying grounded. Set to premiere this month, the show promises an unfiltered look into the lives of five dynamic, successful women balancing motherhood, ambition, and luxury in the heart of Nairobi. It’s not just about school runs and packed lunches, it’s about boardrooms, beauty brands, bold conversations, and everything…

Sanitary towels, a monthly basic for every woman, might soon cost more in Kenya. This follows the implementation of the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility) Regulations, 2024, that took effect on May 4, 2025, six months after being gazetted. These regulations, rooted in the Sustainable Waste Management Act, are designed to hold producers accountable for the waste generated from their products. On paper, it’s a progressive move. We all want cleaner cities, less plastic, and responsible companies. But when essential items like sanitary towels are lumped into the same category as, say, snack wrappers or electronics, the social impact…

Spotify is revolutionizing offline listening with the launch of Offline Backup. This new feature allows Premium users to enjoy their favourite music without the need for downloads or additional data. How Offline Backup Works Automatic playlist creation: Spotify generates a personalized playlist of your recently streamed and queued tracks. Includes cached tracks: The playlist includes songs already stored on your device. Customizable playlist: Filter and sort songs by artist, mood, or genre. Dynamic updates: The playlist evolves as you continue to listen. Benefits of Offline Backup No downloads required: Enjoy music offline without using extra data or storage. Perfect for…

Aga Khan University Hospital has successfully performed the first vNOTES surgical technique in the region. This innovative approach allows for the treatment of various gynaecological conditions through the vaginal opening without requiring external abdominal incisions. Vaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (vNOTES) is a minimally invasive surgical technique that utilizes specialized instruments inserted through the vagina to access the pelvic cavity. This eliminates the need for abdominal skin incisions, providing a less invasive approach to gynaecological surgery. Dr. Bob Achila, Lead Surgeon and Consultant Urogynaecologist at Aga Khan University Hospital, explained that vNOTES combines the benefits of laparoscopic and vaginal…