Is Investing in Real Estate the Best Investment Option if You Are Young?

Is Investing in Real Estate the Best Investment Option if You Are Young?

In equal measure, being 30 can feel like a champagne toast and a reality check. Having climbed the ladder, a routine and maybe even having a special someone in your life. But in between starting out 29 and celebrating already being 30 there’s the dilemma of  “Where should I Invest? ” or “Should I Have…

Urgent: Cybersecurity Education In Nigerian Schools

Urgent: Cybersecurity Education In Nigerian Schools

Recently, I had the privilege of speaking to pupils and students in two primary schools and one secondary school. As a threat intelligence professional and cybersecurity educator, I have held sessions like this before. However, this time, something else struck me: neither the students nor their teachers had a basic understanding of cyber safety. Simple…

Transforming Kenya’s Agriculture one grain at a time – Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization

Transforming Kenya’s Agriculture one grain at a time – Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization

Dr. Floridah Maritim and Trezer Odero A rice field in Bura Irrigation Scheme in Tana River Photo| Trezer Odero Rice farming has long been a critical part of the agricultural landscape in Kenya. Yet, for decades, farmers struggled with low yields, pests and diseases, and the high cost of production, which kept them trapped in…

Proposal to rename South Africa as ‘Azania’ heads to Parliament

Proposal to rename South Africa as ‘Azania’ heads to Parliament

Image: Unsplash The African Transformation Movement (ATM) is reigniting national debate by proposing to change South Africa’s name to the Republic of Azania, a move they say would reclaim cultural identity and sever colonial ties. ALSO READ: Two female tourists killed by elephant during walking safari in Zambia ATM leader Vuyo Zungula announced that his…

Should You Buy Off-Plan? What to Consider Before Making That Deposit

Should You Buy Off-Plan? What to Consider Before Making That Deposit

As property prices continue to rise and mortgages remain out of reach for the average Kenyan, thanks to high interest rates and tough qualification criteria. Even with all its appeal, buying off-plan isn’t without risks and many of those risks show up in the fine print or get hidden behind flashy brochures and site visits….

Farmers told to join common interest groups to get market, increased income

Farmers told to join common interest groups to get market, increased income

A farmer operates a rice milling plant. [File, Standard] Farmers in Migori County have been encouraged to join Saccos and Cooperatives to enable them to access better markets, increase income, and benefit from government grants. Migori Deputy Governor Gimunta Mahiri stressed the importance of SACCOs, saying they would go a long way in helping…