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Taking over a sector dogged with many hurdles
The manufacturing sector is currently hit by woes, as evidenced by Sh133.2 billion worth of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the year ended December, making it the second biggest defaulter behind trade at Sh137 billion.
Legal fraternity praises late High Court judge as towering intellectual
Chief Justice Martha Koome said that throughout her years of service at the High Court and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Justice Majanja was passionate about preserving the rule of law and ensuring the fair administration of justice.
Hot streams: Five of the biggest songs this July
YG Marley's debut single Praise Jah in The Moonlight, featuring a haunting sample of Bob Marley's Crisis from the Kaya album has been one of the biggest hits of 2024, largely due to its popularity on the video sharing platform, TikTok.
From mimicry to highly paid voice artistes
Voice over skills are so unique that even established actors find it difficult to master. It takes versatility, imagination and more than a little practice to do a wide range of voices for advertising jingles, films and more.
'The one question I ask myself as a man in my 40s'
Harrison Muiru, the Group Managing Director of Smart Applications International, has navigated his journey, seeking discernment but realising ultimately, we are playing with one hand tied behind our backs.
The 'joke' that rakes in handsome earnings
It started as a joke. John Nyaga had just walked away from a dead-end job he thought would open the door to his dream career. He was cash-poor but skills-rich. Rather than join the millions of unemployed youth eyeing the few job openings available, John decided to make his luck. "I just needed bundl
Moment of introspection: The roasting of Kenya's fledgling film industry
A "Roast" an event where a person or group of people are subjected to good-natured ridicule or mockery by friends or colleagues. Kenyan movies and most TV shows tend to look and feel alike. While I could go on a rant like any other random X user about why this happens, I prefer to engage in somethin
Financial well-being: Smart financial habits that enhance your mental health
Mental health and financial well-being are two important aspects of life that are often viewed in isolation from each other. However, these deeply intertwined elements play a key role in determining our overall health and happiness. Financial health is not just about a hefty amount in one's bank acc
Retirement savings: Common myths that lead to old age poverty
Retirement planning is a critical aspect of financial health yet, many Kenyans still hold misconceptions that encourage old age poverty and forced work in retirement. Let's debunk some of these common myths about retirement savings and look at ways we can secure a better financial future. I am too y