Author: Khusoko

Losing weight involves a combination of healthy food and regular exercise. You must change your lifestyle and include light exercise in your daily routine.  It is necessary to set realistic goals, like losing 1 Lb per week. You should also change your eating habits, including fruit, vegetables, and lean protein in your food. Try to search for online support like a weight loss calculator to manage the number of calories per day.  For a better digestion system, you need to minimize the use of processed food.  Processed fatty foods like Burgers and Pizza are significant factors in gaining weight too…

June Chepkemei has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), effective March 20, 2024. This follows Gazette Notice No. 3226 issued on March 19, 2024. “In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 37(1) of the Tourism Act, 2011, the Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife appoints June Teclar Chepkemei to be the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Tourism Board,” reads the notice in part. Chepkemei brings extensive experience, having served as the Managing Director of the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) for one year.  Prior to that, she held leadership positions in marketing and…

In today’s rapidly changing world, parents face a unique challenge: raising well-rounded children amidst the ever-growing influence of technology. I explore the evolving role of parents in a child’s development, emphasizing the importance of balancing cultural traditions with navigating the digital age. Gone are the days of a “responsible community” solely shaping a child’s upbringing. While cultural traditions hold value, the modern world presents a vast online community children readily access. However, this online access can come with its drawbacks, exposing them to potentially harmful information. The emphasis on a child’s holistic development – encompassing spiritual, physical, emotional, mental, and…

In 2023, with $3.5bn raised from 547 deals, African venture capital (VC) experienced a significant downturn. Year-on-year, total funding and deal count declined by 46% and 28%, respectively. This downturn marks a critical phase in the developing and turbulent African VC journey. From challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank to opportunities like the 2021 VC bull run, these events have collectively influenced African VCs to adopt a more cautious investment approach, resulting in more detailed due diligence. Due diligence represents a critical phase in the investment process, where investors examine various aspects of…

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has appointed Frida Boyani Mokaya as the new Chief Registrar of the Judiciary. This significant role, effective March 2024, marks a milestone in her career. She takes over from Amadi, who served for ten years from 2014. “The Commission shortlisted seven (7) candidates who were interviewed on Monday 18th March 2024. Following deliberation and careful consideration of the candidates based on merit, performance and suitability for the position, the JSC has appointed Hon. Mokaya Frida Boyani as the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary for a five-year term,” the appointment notice read in part. With over…

East Africa’s financial landscape rapidly evolves as traditional financial transactions steadily intertwine with the digital world. Among these digital frontiers, cryptocurrency trading emerges as a pivotal shift, drawing parallels with the wider adoption of online forex and commodities trading. This surge in digital finance offers unprecedented opportunities for East Africans, democratizing access to global markets and promising economic empowerment on an individual and societal scale. The Burgeon of Forex Trading in East Africa Forex trading in East Africa is experiencing a noteworthy rise, fueled by a unique combination of economic growth, technological adoption, and a youthful, tech-savvy population. Forex trading is…