Samsung TV Gets CCK-Type Approval
Samsung Electronics East Africa has become the first consumer electronics company to receive a CCK type approval rating for one of its integrated digital TV models. The news of the approval of one of the DVB-T2 compliant TV sets was confirmed by Allan Oyier, General Manager.
Win in Barclays' 25 Winners in 25 Days
Barclays has rolled out a promotion that will see 25 Kenyans win money ranging from KES 2,000 to KES 10,000 in the next 25 Days.
Road Safety Campaign on KES 31b Highway Rolled Out
KeNHA has rolled out a road safety campaign for Thika Highway users in the wake of tough traffic rules that have hit many public service vehicle users hard.
The KES 600 3kg Cooking Gas Refill
Looking for a relatively affordable cooking solution? Why don’t you try out Supa Kadogo 3kg, from National Oil? It costs KES 600 to refill from anywhere in the country and a complete cooking unit, that is inclusive of cylinder, gas, burner and grill costs KES 2,910.
Jamuhuri Day Special from Safaricom
Safaricom Limited will be giving its subscribers 50 percent bonus airtime on M-Pesa top ups made tomorrow, 12th December, 2012. Subscribers will automatically get bonus airtime therefore not required to opt in. The bonus airtime is applicable to a maximum of KES 1,000 recharge…
KQ Msafiri Visa Credit Card, What it offers
The Msafiri Visa Card which earns travelers air miles when they spend money also comes with free travel insurance of up to KES 4.8 million annually.
My Money in My 20’s: Self-employment is too Complicated
Self-employment may seem complicated; dealing with taxes, payrolls, legal issues, insurance, marketing, and handling clients can prove to be quite the headache. But does it always have to be so hard?
Don’t let the initial learning phase get you down.
Annual Custom Taxes Expected to Drop by KES 16.5 Billion
Kenya’s annual custom tax collection is expected to drop by KES 16.5 billion ($193.8 million) . This will come about if tariffs on European products are removed under a proposed economic pact. South Centre, an international policy institution, has said that the direct revenue loss would outstrip the KES 10.4 billion ($121.8 million) that Kenya would realise from increased trade with Europe.
Cofek Moves to Court to Stop December 31st Analogue Switch Off Deadline
Consumer Federation of Kenya (Cofek) has filed a case under certificate of urgency seeking orders to prevent the government from effecting the December 31st deadline to switch off analogue signal in Nairobi and its environs. Respondents to the petition include Information and Communications minister, Attorney General…
8 Things You Should Know This Morning
1. Only Half of 18 Million Voters Registered As Deadline Looms Only about half of Kenya’s eligible voters have registered to take part in next year’s watershed elections, with just eight days left for the electorate to enlist themselves. Figures released by the Independent Electoral…
Coast Bus Marks 55 Years
If you frequently travel to and from Mombasa, you’ve probably used Coast Bus at one time or the other. This year Coast Bus celebrates its 55th anniversary having served Kenya before independence to date. Founded in 1957, Coast Bus is said to have ferried over 40 million passengers…
Trips to Rwanda Soon to Be Visa-Free
Rwanda has made a bold move to abolish its tourist Visa rule for every single African country. The move is part of an initiative that could eliminate tax levys for trade across various parts of the continent.
Kenya targets 100% Internet penetration by 2017
Kenya projects to have 100% internet projections by 2017 up from the current 28%, banking on access mainly from mobile phones.
Naivas to Open Its 24th Branch This Friday
Having officially opened its 23rd shop in Ngong Town, Naivas Supermarket will officially open its 24th shop along Ngong Road this coming Friday, 14th December 2012. The new branch will be located at The Greenhouse, Ngong Road, next to Adams bus stage. Unveiling of the Ngong…
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