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US Executive Order Tightens H‑1B Visa Scrutiny, Raising Hurdles for Kenyan Professionals

A September 2026 executive order adds layoff checks and a $100,000 fee extension to H‑1B visas, meaning longer processing and stricter documentation …

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South African lawyers warn workers of legal risks when using ChatGPT and other AI tools at work

Law firm Bowmans cautions that South African employees who feed personal data into public AI platforms could expose their employers to liability …

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Kenya’s Digital Boom Fuels Growth and Cyber Threats, Officials Urge Stronger Safeguards

Kenya’s rapid digital expansion, highlighted by mobile money success, is accompanied by a surge in cyber attacks, prompting new legislation and calls …

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Kenya Institute of Special Education opens applications for 23 permanent positions

KISE invites qualified professionals to apply for 23 permanent, pensionable jobs across 14 categories by October 14, 2026 via its online recruitment …

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CBK drafts national instant payment switch to cut transfer costs

The Central Bank of Kenya is proposing a national instant payment switch and open API standards to lower fees and improve interoperability …

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Government Opens Public Consultation on Ksh2.22 bn Community Land Registration Plan

Kenya’s Ministry of Lands and the National Land Commission seek views on a five‑year draft plan to register 348 community lands, budgeting …

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Java House opens its 114th East African outlet on Rabai Road, Buruburu

Java House’s new Rabai Road branch in Buruburu brings its coffee and dining service to a key commuter junction, targeting residents and …

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KeNHA orders traders to clear road reserves on four highways by 29 October

KeNHA has given roadside traders 30 days to remove illegal structures from four major road reserves, warning that any items left after …

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Behati Prinsloo’s estimated $30 million net worth and its income sources

Namibian supermodel Behati Prinsloo’s wealth, estimated at $30 million, stems from modelling, design deals, a tequila brand and lucrative real‑estate transactions.

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Aliko Dangote Wins African Energy Person of the Year 2026

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote was named African Energy Person of the Year 2026, recognized for his refinery’s expansion and impact on regional …

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From Lake Victoria to AI Startup: Homa Bay Native’s Rise to US Tech

Geoffrey Ouma Mak'Ouma, once an orphan selling firewood in Homa Bay, now leads US‑based AI firm NaviSmart AI after earning multiple Kenyan …

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National Payment System Bill proposes trust‑fund investments for M‑Pesa and Airtel Money wallets

Kenya’s draft National Payment System Bill would let mobile‑money operators invest customer‑held funds in government securities, but it does not guarantee that …

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