In the recent past, the Kenyan startup ecosystem has been among the biggest in Africa. In the years 2021, 2022, and 2023, Kenyan startups raised a total of $450 million, $1 billion, and $800 million, respectively, in venture capital, according to Africa Big Deal. This has helped it maintain a top-four position in Africa across […]
Analysis: The Mass Exodus of Multinational Companies from Nigeria
The year 2023 witnessed a record exit of multinational companies from Nigeria. From Unilever to Nasco, over 10 companies providing labor in different sectors wound up in the year. The exit of these international manufacturers is a concerning trend that has implications for the country’s economic growth and employment levels. The reasons for their departure […]
The Quiet Epidemic: Drug Abuse in Northern Nigeria
In the heart of Nigeria, a silent epidemic is ravaging the lives of its people, especially its youth. Drug abuse, once hidden in the shadows, has emerged as a grim reality in Northern Nigeria. With its roots sinking deep into society, drug addiction is altering the futures of many, leaving no one untouched. A report […]
Kenyan Government Officials Spend Billions of Taxpayer’s Money on Travel
In a report from the Control of Budget, it has been unveiled that government county officials across Kenya have spent a staggering Ksh 17.5 billion on travel in the fiscal year ending June 2023. This sizeable sum is divided into domestic travel within the counties, amounting to Ksh 15.3 billion, and foreign travel, which accounted […]
Has Journalism In Kenya Been Compromised: Departures Into Politics And Entrepreneurship
In Kenya, the field of journalism has long been perceived as an influential and coveted profession, with journalists wielding significant power to shape public opinion. Journalists are seen as the gatekeepers of information, tasked with the crucial role of informing the public and holding those in power accountable. However, recent times have seen a wave […]
Africa Youth Unleashing AfCFTA’s Potential
Africa Day 2023 provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable progress our continent has made over the years and envision a future of boundless potential. By: Nkosi Sibanda The AfCFTA: A Catalyst for Transformation African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is not only a historic agreement but also a catalyst for transformative change […]
No, Pfizer didn’t admit it lied about Testing Efficacy of Covid Vaccine
A claim that pharmaceutical company Pfizer has admitted to lying about testing the effectiveness of its Covid vaccine is still circulating on social media in South Africa. But this misrepresents what Pfizer said and the vaccine’s effectiveness in preventing Covid-19 was thoroughly tested. Did pharma company Pfizer admit to the European parliament that it had lied about […]
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Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture: Driving Agri-Business Success
Women are spearheading a transformative movement in the agricultural sector, reshaping farming practices and revitalizing agri-businesses around the globe. Their growing participation is driving economic growth and empowerment within the agricultural industry. In the past, farming was often seen as a male-dominated domain, primarily associated with rural areas abundant in fertile land. However, recent economic […]
Guidelines on Information Fact-Checking
How to Verify Information and Sources Online With the fast paced growth of the internet and communication technologies, information is coming in ever faster and this may seldom be verified before getting published. Between the millions of data circulating, it is sometimes difficult to specify what is true and what is false. How can we […]