A top Romanian court on Friday annulled the first round of the country’s presidential election, days after allegations that Russia ran a coordinated online campaign to promote the far-right outsider who won the first round. The Constitutional Court’s unprecedented decision — which is final — came after President Klaus Iohannis declassified intelligence on Wednesday that […]
FBI special agents in Boston arrested City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson Friday morning on public corruption charges. Fernandes Anderson was under investigation by federal authorities and FBI agents were seen outside her home in Dorchester this morning as she was taken into custody, according to WCVB. She is facing five counts of wire fraud and […]
The speed with which the status quo in Syria – however unresolved and unsatisfactory – has been turned on its head in recent days has been extraordinary. Syrian government officials and supporters were still asserting the army would hold the line at Hama, even as insurgent fighters were entering the city. Shortly afterwards, the Syrian […]
Equity Bank has announced the resignation of Anthony Kituuka as the Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda, effective November 28, 2024. In a statement, the bank confirmed that its Board of Directors has accepted Kituuka’s resignation. “The resignation has been accepted by the Board of Directors, and Kituuka will serve his notice period to allow […]
The government has announced stricter regulations for importing second-hand vehicles, allowing only those first registered from January 1, 2018, onwards. In a notice issued by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), only Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles that meet the eight-year age limit from the date of first registration will be permitted entry into the […]
The Nairobi Expressway made a loss of Sh1.2 billion in the past financial year, underscoring the risk in Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) as an alternative to traditional financing models. Data from the Treasury shows that the expressway generated revenue worth Sh4.6 billion from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, compared to the operational costs […]
The World Macadamia Organisation (WMO) confirmed ongoing plans to support the macadamia industry through growing demand for the superfood in the global market. Speaking at the start of a weeklong source market familiarisation visit to Kenya, WMO Chief Executive Officer Jillian Laing, while touring Kakuzi PLC Macadamia Orchards in Murang’a County, said the organisation is working […]
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has confirmed that smallholder tea farmers under its network will receive their fertilizer suspense refunds in January 2025. In a statement issued on Thursday, November 28, the KTDA noted that the refunds would be disbursed alongside the Green Leaf (GL) payments scheduled for early January. The agency further clarified […]
Coaching plays a crucial role in developing high-performing call center agents. By providing personalized and targeted coaching, call center managers can transform the performance of their agents, leading to higher customer satisfaction and improved business results. This blog post will delve into effective coaching methods and explore how to apply them to help call center […]
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) announced Wednesday it had approved Safaricom PLC to establish Ziidi Money Market Fund, a new investment scheme that seeks to disrupt the market. In a statement, CMA noted that the MMF will be available on the M-pesa platform hence making it easier for its customers to grow wealth through capital […]
Creating durable, aesthetically pleasing spaces is a cornerstone of architectural design, especially in commercial and industrial environments. Among the materials that meet the demands of longevity, functionality, and style, stainless steel stands out. Stainless steel doors, in particular, have emerged as a staple in modern construction, offering unmatched benefits that ensure spaces remain both functional […]
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Deputy Governor nominee Gerald Arita Nyaoma Monday vowed to fight money laundering and institute measures to counter the financing of terrorism. Appearing before a joint committee of Parliament for vetting, Nyaoma, an experienced financial expert, said curbing the vices is at the centre of his agenda to reform the country’s […]
