Africa Finance

KCB Bank Kenya Receives Approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) Financing Facility from Green Climate Fund (GCF)

KCB Bank Kenya has received approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to accelerate green projects for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and farmers in Kenya. The blended finance initiative—a mix of concessional lending, a guarantee, and a grant—under the Climate Smart Technology (CST) programme, is meant to support Kenya’s most vulnerable communities. This facility will be deployed towards supporting value-chain and gender-inclusive […]

todayMarch 27, 2026 44 1

Africa Finance

KCB Bank Kenya Receives Approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) Financing Facility from Green Climate Fund (GCF)

KCB Bank Kenya has received approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to accelerate green projects for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and farmers in Kenya. The blended finance initiative—a mix of concessional lending, a guarantee, and a grant—under the Climate Smart Technology (CST) programme, is meant to support Kenya’s most vulnerable communities. This facility will be deployed towards supporting value-chain and gender-inclusive […]

todayMarch 27, 2026 44 1

Entertainment

What Went Wrong with Gengetone – And How Arbantone Took a Different Path

Gengetone burst onto the Kenyan music scene around 2018 like a sonic revolution—raucous, youthful, and unapologetically raw. Acts like Ethic, Sailors, Boondocks Gang, and Ochungulo Family dominated the airwaves with viral anthems that spoke to Nairobi’s street culture, using Sheng, provocative lyrics, and infectious beats. For a moment, Gengetone was not just music—it was a movement. But by 2021, its flame began to fade. So, what went wrong? Bloga Flani […]

todayJuly 2, 2025 44

Entertainment

Album Review: Wakadinali – Victims of Madness 2.0 Aging Like Fine Wine

Wakadinali dropped their second installment of the what is turning out to be an album franchise in Victims of Madness. As Bloga Flani, my first listen came with a bit of disappointment especially with the choice of beats and sometimes lack of flow. Then came the second, the third, fourth and now anytime I log onto YouTube that is the only album I have on repeat. Wakadinali have always been […]

todayJuly 2, 2025 35

sports

Why Gor Mahia’s Cup Losses Signal a Healthy Shift in Kenyan Football

Gor Mahia’s defeat to Nairobi United in the league cup final yesterday at Ulinzi Sports Complex marks the end of a season where the once-undisputed giants of Kenyan football have failed to lift a single domestic cup. According to Bloga Flani, for many fans, this might sting — after all, Gor Mahia is not just a club; it’s a symbol of consistency, dominance, and history. But from a broader perspective, […]

todayJune 30, 2025 22

Entertainment

Why Events are Important for Kenyan Artists

Events play a vital role in the growth, visibility, and sustainability of Kenyan artists. As Bloga Flani explores, whether it’s a live concert, art exhibition, open mic night, cypher, or community festival, events provide a physical platform where artists connect directly with their audiences. In Kenya's evolving creative economy, where digital reach is important but in-person engagement is still king, events can be a game-changer. First, events offer artists exposure. […]

todayJune 30, 2025 27

Entertainment

Music Review: Mti100 – Chanda na Pete — A Tale of Brotherhood, Betrayal, and Survival Through Hip-Hop

“Chanda na Pete” isn’t just another hip-hop track — it’s a raw, cinematic journey into the heart of the hood, told through the eyes of two childhood friends whose unbreakable bond is tested by the harsh realities of life. As Bloga Flani describes it after multiple listens, blending classic storytelling rap with Swahili and Sheng-infused lyricism, the track captures the gritty truths many urban youths face — poverty, desperation, and […]

todayJune 26, 2025 21

MORE READING

TOP STORIES

MEET OUR SPONSORS

0%