The Benin Epilogue Part I: Africa-Ready for Business

Phishing Scam targets Kenya's Equity Bank -- Millions may be lost.

2009-09-11T06:51:00.004-05:00

Fraudsters have created a clone of Kenya's Equity Bank website – complete with all the functionality such as checking account details – in a bid to steal from unsuspecting members of the bank. The fraudsters have...READ MORE

Kenya Diaspora International Conference Ustreaming Now

2009-08-21T14:52:00.001-05:00

Very exciting discussion about Kenya becoming a knowledge based society

Hillary Clinton's Speech Full Transcript at The 8th Forum of AGOA Kenya 2009

2009-08-06T04:33:00.000-05:00

Nairobi, Kenya. Good morning. Let me thank the trade minister for those welcoming words, and tell you what a privilege it is for me to join you here today. I am very grateful to the people and Government of Kenya for hosting this AGOA Forum, and particularly to the president, the prime minister, and the entire Kenyan Government....READ MORE

Hillary Clinton speech to AGOA forum in Kenya - Cleverly ignores politics

2009-08-05T06:26:00.001-05:00

NAIROBI, Kenya - If Kenyans were hoping that Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton would blast their government for recent abuses, they have been disappointed, at least so far.
Speaking at the opening of a United States-Africa trade conference Wednesday at the start an African tour, Mrs. Clinton shied away from the subject of Kenya’s volatile politics and spoke instead about tariffs, alternative energy, pineapples and even her hairdo....READ MORE

You can keep the "CHANGE." We don’t need another lecture... Kenya tells Obama admin.

2009-08-05T04:20:00.004-05:00

US President's idea of governing Africa that he forcefully laid while on his trip to Ghana might be coming back to haunt him...so to speak...after US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton landed in Kenya Tuesday for the AGOA summit. Apparently, Kenya does not need her.

According to Raila Odinga,Kenya's prime minister, Obama can keep the change to himself because "Kenya does not need another lecture...lecturing us on issues that deal with governance and transparency is in bad taste,” he says ...READ MORE

The Upcoming 2nd Kenyan Diaspora International Conference & Investment Forum!

2009-08-02T13:24:00.002-05:00

Recently, I had an opportunity ( through the Cheetah Index and Pamoja Media) to sit with Dr. Adebayo of Kennesaw State University to discuss their role in the upcoming 2nd Kenyan Diaspora International Conference & Investment Forum. At the time that we did this interview, Dr. Adebayo was the Executive Director of Kennesaw State University's Institute for Global Initiatives.

Here is a short excerpt of the interview:

"...In nutshell the institute helps KSU and surrounding community become more aware of whats happening around the world.

Benin: Very true, Atlanta has been the international city of the South. One of the interesting things about Kennesaw State University is that although it is situated in Kennesaw, Ga; which is a suburb of Metro Atlanta it is not in actually located within the city limits of Atlanta. So my question is how was KSU able to do what it did, in terms of becoming an international city, outside of inner city limits of Atlanta?

Adebayo: You hit the nail on the head about location. In Business School we hear the adage that talks about location being a key element in marketing. Such is the case with KSU. The location is good because Kennesaw is a suburb of Atlanta, but also because it is within a short distance to the interstate, so you can get there very easily..."

I hope that you will kindly take a moment to step over to Cheetah Index to check out the interview with with Dr. Adebayo. And more importantly my hope is that you will enjoy the interview and that we will see you at the conference! By the way, I will be one of the speakers at the event and that is all the more reason for me to be excited!

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Kenya, a failed state, now headed to the dogs

2009-07-13T08:13:00.001-05:00

It was once a vibrant African country whose development had inspired many. Kenya was also the economic powerhouse in East Africa, but now faces an uncertain future given the greed and corruption among its leaders. Following the 2008 post election violence that threw the country into a spin, the two feuding parties, ODM and PNU banded together a loose coalition government to reward cronies.Unfortunately for Kenya, all that holds the coalition together now is mutual greed and pressure from abroad.It is a shame that the current leadership in the country is less concerned about the future of its people...READ MORE

Obama Speech in Ghana, Transcript (Full Text)

2009-07-11T09:10:00.004-05:00

The following is the transcript of US president, Barack Obama, Speech, Transcript as delivered in Accra, Ghana. Obama delivered the speech on Saturday, 11th July 2009.

Good morning. It is an honor for me to be in Accra, and to speak to the representatives of the people of Ghana......CLICK TO READ MORE

MediaPost Publications The Internet Vs. Al Ries 06/26/2009

2009-06-26T14:39:00.000-05:00

MediaPost Publications The Internet Vs. Al Ries 06/26/2009: "In a trade publication last month, marketing guru Al Ries proudly declared that 'determining the ROI of a marketing program is an expensive exercise with little or no value -- an experienced marketing executive instinctively knows whether a marketing program is working or not.' He countered one CMO's perspective on the value of analytics, by concluding that the practice of marketing 'is not even 1% mathematics.'

With math-bashing marketing hand grenades like this, it's not surprising that the column sparked a healthy response; readers are still submitting comments that wrestle with Ries' assertions."

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Pop Icon, Michael Jackson is Dead

2009-06-26T02:36:00.002-05:00

Pop Icon, Michael Jackson is Dead

Michael Jackson, was pronounced dead on Thursday afternoon at U.C.L.A. Medical Center after arriving in a coma, a city official said. Mr. Jackson was 50, having spent 40 of those years in the public eye he loved.

For his legions of fans, he was the Peter Pan of pop music: the little boy who refused to grow up. But on the verge of another attempted comeback, he is suddenly gone, this time for good......CLICK HERE TO READ MORE on the death of Michael Jackson

Transcript of Barack Obama's speech at Cairo University

2009-06-05T01:37:00.002-05:00

We meet at a time of great tension between the United States and Muslims around the world -- tension rooted in historical forces that go beyond any current policy debate. The relationship between Islam and the West includes........READ MORE

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“New magazine for Africa’s hospitality and tourism industry launches in Nairobi.”

2009-05-19T05:02:00.001-05:00

Host Africa, a new magazine targeting mid and top-level management, industry decision makers and suppliers in the hospitality industry was launched in Nairobi this week. The magazine is designed as a business-to-business tool capturing in-depth analysis and insights into the hospitality and tourism industry regionally and globally. READ MORE

Slow uptake Zain's ZAP (mobile money transfer) may be due to careless Customer Service

2009-03-27T04:47:00.004-05:00

Zain Kenya must be having the lousiest customer care people on this planet. The guys are - to say the least - careless and lack business sense. No wonder it is the only Zain operation registering MASSIVE losses Read this post to get the details. CLICK HERE

Kenyan Blog Reveals identity of US Visa-Ban minister

2009-03-19T02:46:00.002-05:00

The blog describes the minister as "very upset" by the move because there are indications that his family members and business associates will also be affected....Read More

Kenya Fire tragedy - Deathly Picture

2009-02-04T02:17:00.003-05:00

View the latest picture of the Nakuru fire tragedy. CLICK HERE

Huge fire at Nakumatt Downtown (Grocery Store), Nairobi

2009-01-28T08:22:00.003-05:00

Nakumatt, a major grocery store in Nairobi has gone up in flames. The store was among a few, in fact the only grocery store in downtown Nairobi, that were operating 24hours a day. The other store are located outside in the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya's and East Africa's most developed city. Many shoppers were used to shopping in late evening hours avoiding the daytime traffic....READ MORE

Transcript: Obama inauguration speech on 20th Jan 2009.

2009-01-21T02:23:00.001-05:00

"Rather than writing a speech for eternity, he wanted to speak to this generation, and he did it extremely well. It is also a speech that will appeal enormously to the world" David Gergen, CNN Senior political analyst......READ PRESIDENT OBAMA"S INAUGURATION SPEECH

Transcript: President George W. Bush farewell speech to the Nation

2009-01-16T05:44:00.002-05:00

Tonight, with a thankful heart, I have asked for a final opportunity to share some thoughts on the journey we have traveled together and the future of our nation....America has gone more than seven years without another terrorist attack on our soil...READ MORE

President George Bush’s Legacy: A Hollow Shoe?

2008-12-17T02:30:00.002-05:00

After eight years at the helm of the world’s only super power, the shoe and dog incidents beg more answers on the legacy president Bush is leaving behind.Put into perspective, a shoe is hollow and empty, ready to collect any form of dirt the wearer steps on. Bush's foreign policies over the last eight years have failed in many parts of the world - questioning the thought and reasoning behind his actions during his reign as president. For instance, the 2003 Bush led war in Iraq that saw a rise in insurgency and global terrorism is seen as a huge mistake made by his administration. Such mistakes created by thoughtless actions can only compared to an empty and hollow object such as a shoe.

Bush's farewell visit to Iraqi was met with the same mettle. Muntazer al Zaidi, a reporter with the Cairo-based al-Baghdadia television network, was courageous enough to hurl two shoes, one after the other and an abuse at the president during a press conference that was also attended by Iraqi’s Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.

"This is a gift from the Iraqis; this is the farewell kiss, you dog!" hurled Zaidi before he was restrained by security agents..................Read More

Free web based press release center launched in Kenya

2008-11-13T10:20:00.004-05:00

With the growth of internet users in Kenya, many businesses are also moving online. Recently launched is TG Press Release Center a web based press release center based in Nairobi Kenya.

The website is fully supported by online advertising and features relevant press releases from businesses across East Africa.

TG Press Release Center is part of TGEA (Teyie Global East Africa) online advertising network that is set to open its doors in the first quarter of 2009. According to information posted on the company's website, TGEA will offer targeted online advertising in East Africa through blogs, news sites and general websites.

"we are offering solutions that will allow both publishers and advertisers in East Africa to meet their online advertising objectives at affordable rates" says Mwangi the group's chief technologist.

TGEA is set to offer online ads for as low as two Kenya shillings (yes 2 shillings), to many businesses across East Africa. Additionally the group is also offering free web hosting and support to web content developers in the region to support the growth of their online advertising business.

TGEA is currently in talks with major publishers in the region and has in its stable a host of blogs already running network ads.

Mwangi says that the group is currently running free ads for interested companies in the region in the months of November and December through blogs and websites that have signed to the network. All interested firms, can register directly through a contact form on the TGEA website.

President Barack Obama Victory Speech - Transcript

2008-11-05T04:30:00.002-05:00

If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer...READ THE PRESIDENTIAL VICTORY SPEECH HERE

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It's President OBAMA!

2008-11-05T02:46:00.001-05:00

It's President OBAMA!

When historians look back at the 2008 presidential landslide, they won't focus on the fact that Barack Obama ran a smart and steady campaign. They won't focus on William Ayers or Joe the Plumber or socialism or racism. They're going to remember that the two-term Republican President had 20% approval ratings, that the economy was in meltdown, and that Americans didn't want another Republican President...Read More

Breaking News: Obama Takes Early Lead in US elections

2008-11-04T02:29:00.002-05:00

Developing story. Updated by the Hour.

DIXVILLE NOTCH, New Hampshire - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama emerged victorious in the first election returns of the 2008 presidential race, winning 15 of 21 votes cast in Dixville Notch, New Hampshire.
READ MORE and get updates

Kenya's Leading Paper (The Standard) Endorse Barack Obama for President

2008-10-31T05:30:00.004-05:00

The Standard, a Kenyan Newspaper whose tagline reads "for fairness and justice" has endorsed Barack Obama for the Presidency of the United States. The Standard joins numerous other Newspapers and media houses around the world who have publicly declared their support for the democratic party candidate such as The New York Times and The Economist.
In the endorsement, the newspaper described the Illinois Senator as .......READ MORE

The Ad Campaign: An Obama Infomercial, Big, Glossy and Almost Unavoidable

2008-10-30T06:44:00.002-05:00

THE PROGRAM The program gave a new meaning to the word “infomercial” and, for that matter, to all notions of political advertising.

Watch it HERE (CLICK)

Executed with high standards of cinematography, with help from the director of “An Inconvenient Truth,” Davis Guggenheim, the infomercial was part slickly produced reality program; part Lifetime biography; and part wonkish policy lecture with music that could have come from “The West Wing.”
Watch it HERE (CLICK)