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KenGen has appointed Ronoh Kibet Charles as its next CEO, effective February 2027.

Kenya's bankers say the proposed PAYE exemption for people earning up to KSh32,333 won't do enough on its own. Relief for low earners is welcome, but what about the squeezed middle? Tax policy should consider both household budgets and jobs.

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a temporary pause in fighting around Oleshky to allow aid and civilian evacuations, according to Reuters.

The UK is advising households to keep three days of emergency food and water after a major tech disruption and extreme weather.

This Saturday, find something that gets you moving and connects you with life beyond your daily responsibilities. Run. Walk. Cycle. Spend time outdoors. And remember, you do not have to be the fastest to belong.

I particularly enjoy the community that running creates. Strangers exchange greetings. Runners encourage one another. Someone struggling up a hill gets a word of encouragement. People who may never have met elsewhere find common ground on the road. That is powerful.

One thing running has taught me is that everybody has a different pace. Some run fast. Some run slowly. Some walk. Some are just beginning. And that is perfectly fine. The important thing is that we are moving, each according to our ability.

There is something special about being out on the road early on a Saturday morning. The streets are quieter. The air feels different. The day has not yet made its demands. For me, running is more than exercise. It is time to think, reflect, and reconnect with myself.

Nigeria has granted @jpmorgan preliminary approval to establish a merchant bank focused on wholesale banking, capital markets and advisory services.

Kenya has confirmed a second Ebola death, bringing the total to 9 cases, with 7 patients receiving care. Authorities report no evidence of community transmission. Effective surveillance, contact tracing and protection of healthcare workers remain essential. Vigilance, not panic.

Today is World Polio Day. Wild polio cases have fallen by more than 99.9% since 1988. A remarkable achievement powered by science, health workers, communities and partners like Rotary. We are close. But the job is not finished.

Genomic analysis has identified a close relationship between Ebola viruses detected in Kenya and Nigeria. No direct transmission link has been established. This reinforces why Africa must invest in genomic surveillance, cross border coordination and resilient public health systems.

The US is introducing mandatory Ebola related travel declarations for all international air passengers from early November. The measure follows the outbreak spreading across four African countries.

25 years ago today, Apple introduced the iPod. 1,000 songs in your pocket. It wasn't the first digital music player. But it helped transform the experience. Innovation isn't always about being first. Sometimes it's about making something dramatically better.

Talent development should not begin when someone threatens to resign. It requires deliberate investment. Mentorship. Fair opportunities. Constructive feedback. Competitive compensation. Trust and meaningful responsibility. Strong organizations grow people, not just headcount.

Everywhere you look, organizations are complaining about a shortage of talent. But here is an uncomfortable question: Are we really short of talented people, or are we failing to recognize, develop, and retain the talent already around us?

Chinese automaker Chery plans to manufacture vehicles in South Africa, targeting eventual production of 50,000 units annually.