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 […]

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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

The Wadagliz Experience: Why the March 6th Virtual Concert is a Masterclass in Artistic Sovereignty

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The Kenyan music industry is witnessing a definitive shift in the power dynamic between artists and the traditional structures of stardom. For decades, the "up-and-coming" artist was expected to play a waiting game, hoping for a seat at a table controlled by corporate sponsors and veteran event organizers. But on March 6th, the rap duo Wadagliz is set to prove that […]

todayFebruary 19, 2026 56

Music

Why We Only Nod in Clubs: The Death of the Kenyan Dance Floor

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 12 February 2026. There was a time when sherehe meant exactly that—partying until your legs couldn't take it anymore. If the DJ dropped a classic Genge hit or an Afrobeats banger, the dance floor would be packed with people just losing it. But nowadays, if you walk into any popular lounge in Nairobi or Mombasa, you'll find a very different vibe. The music is still loud, […]

todayFebruary 12, 2026 76

AI

AI Caricature Trends: Creativity, Data, and the Case for Smarter Participation

Written by Ezekiel Olande on Thursday, 12 February 2026. AI-generated caricatures have become a familiar sight across social platforms. Professionals, founders, creatives, and executives are sharing stylised versions of themselves tied to their work or personality. It looks like harmless fun. After seeing many friends participate, I tried it too. But one question persisted: what does it really mean to share our faces with AI systems designed to learn from […]

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Featured

The “Gentleman’s Agreement” Trap: Why Kenyan Artists Must Embrace Formal Contracts

In the vibrant, rhythmic heart of the Kenyan creative economy, a persistent shadow looms over the industry: unprofessionalism. While our music travels across borders and our festivals grow in scale, a fundamental piece of the business puzzle is missing—the culture of written agreements. For too long, the Kenyan music scene has operated on "vibes," "word of honor," and "brotherhood." While these sentiments are culturally rich, they are economically dangerous. The cycle is predictable: […]

todayFebruary 4, 2026 18

Entertainment

Kickz N Barz: A Legendary Tribute to Kitu Sewer at Lava Latte

Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. Nairobi's hip hop scene just witnessed another massive milestone. Over the past weekend, Kickz N Barz took over Lava Latte on State House Road, and it was a full-blown shutdown. Hip hop heads from all corners of the city turned up in large numbers to honor a true lyrical mastermind, the legendary Kitu Sewer. The energy was unmatched as the community gathered to celebrate the "Celebrating […]

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