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Showcase Your Talent and Win the All-New Infinix Note30 in the #TakeChargeWithNote30 Challenge

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Are you ready to take charge and win a brand-new Infinix Note 30 smartphone? Infinix is pleased to announce its exciting competition, #TakeChargeWithNote30, where you can showcase your talent, unleash your creativity and take charge of your journey. Click this link to join the competition now https://snssdk1233.onelink.me/bIdt/1lr3ib79

Whether you’re a fashionista, a sports enthusiast, a gamer, or a DIY lover, this competition has something for everyone. Get ready to dance, create, and participate in an epic TikTok challenge that will leave you motivated and inspired. Let’s dive into the details and learn how you can join this incredible competition!

Here’s how to participate:

  1. Get creative and showcase your talent (fashion, sports, gaming, DIY, etc.) in a captivating TikTok video.
  2. Ensure to shoot your video in a well-lit environment
  3. Use the Infinix filter to spice up your video and make it stand out (this can be found in the filter segment of the Infinix Kenya account on TikTok @infinixmobile_ke)
  4. Ensure your entry is counted using the hashtag #TakeChargeWithNote30 in your caption.
  5. For more information, access the competition link on Infinix Nigeria’s Tiktok bio (@infinixmobile_ke).
  6. Share your video on your Tiktok account.

Just in case you’ve forgotten, the Infinix NOTE 30 is designed with cutting-edge all-Round FastCharge technology that supports multiple charging methods, including wired fast charging, wireless fast charging, reverse charging, bypass charging, PD 3.0 protocol, intelligent charging, and safe charging across multiple dimensions. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your phone, showcase your talent and send in your #TakeChargeWithNote30 entry today!

For more information, promotions and news, follow Infinix Kenya on social media:

Instagram: @InfinixKenya

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East African Cables Operations To Continue As Usual, Chairman Michael Waweru Announces

by Daily Trends
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East African Cables has welcomed the court injunction stopping Equity Bank from placing it under administration as it announced that its operations would continue as usual.

High Court on Monday stopped attempts by Equity Bank to take over East Africa Cables and its parent company Transcentury PLC.

The Court Injunction issued on the appointment of an administrator to East African Cables took effect immediately ensuring business operations continue as usual.

“East African Cables PLC (“EAC”) would like to inform shareholders, partners, and the public that the company has obtained a court injunction in regard to the notice dated 16th June 2023 issued by Equity Bank to appoint an administrator to EAC,” said EAC chairman Michael G Waweru.

Waweru said the injunction is on the basis that the bank appointed an administrator while parties were engaged in negotiations.

He said: “I am glad that the brief setback that this unfortunate action had brought to the business is behind us and we can now focus on what we do best, providing quality cables to our customers across the region.”

In a press statement, Waweru decried the “ extreme and unfortunate action” by Equity Bank.

“ We have been in what we viewed as positive discussions with the bank up until a day before the appointment of the administrator, therefore the extreme and unfortunate action taken by the bank came to us as a surprise,” he said. “EAC is a renowned and astute business and we’ve been committed to meeting our obligations and continue to do so despite the prevailing challenging macro environment.”

The injunction by Justice Alfred Mabeya of the Milimani Commercial Courts put a stop to the appointment of the administrator and restrained them or their agents from performing any actions in the capacity of administrator of the company.

The move allows EAC to return to focusing on the business operation and strategy.

East African Cables is a household brand in the region, with the largest electrical cable manufacturing plant in East and Central Africa.

Since 1966, the company has played a key role in the electrification drive across the region, connecting households, factories, and streets with power.

EAC has over 200 employees in Kenya and Tanzania and works with a wide network of electricians, traders, distributors, consultants in the business ecosystem.

EAC CEO Paul Muigai added that “East African Cables is the undisputed number one cable brand in the region, we have built an admired brand that is powering nearly all homesteads, factories, streets in this country and beyond. We are synonymous with the electrification success of this country and are confident of our business model and the unwavering support from our customers, staff and shareholders. We are delighted to resume serving our customers in every corner of our country!”

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East African Cables Obtains Court Injunction Stopping Takeover by Equity Bank

by Daily Trends
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East African Cables PLC (“EAC”) has obtained a court injunction in regard to the notice dated 16th June 2023 issued by Equity Bank to appoint an administrator to EAC.

The injunction is on the basis that the bank appointed an administrator while parties were engaged in negotiations.

“I am glad that the brief setback that this unfortunate action had brought to the business is behind us and we can now focus on what we do best, providing quality cables to our customers across the region,” said Dr. M.G Waweru on receiving the injunction.

“We have been on what we viewed as positive discussions with the bank up until a day before the appointment of the administrator, therefore the extreme and unfortunate action taken by the bank came to us as a surprise. EAC is a renowned and astute business and we’ve been committed to meeting our obligations and continue to do so despite the prevailing challenging macro environment,”added Dr.Waweru.

The injunction puts a stop to the appointment of the administrator and restrains them or their agents from performing any actions in the capacity of administrator of the company.

This will allow EAC to return to focusing on the business operation and strategy.

East African Cables is a household brand in the region, with the largest electrical cable manufacturing plant in East and Central Africa.

Since 1966, the company has played a key role in the electrification drive across the region, connecting households, factories, and streets with power.

EAC has over 200 employees in Kenya and Tanzania and works with a wide network of electricians, traders, distributors,
consultants in the business ecosystem.

East African Cables CEO Paul Muigai added, “East African Cables is the undisputed number one cable brand in the region, we have built an admired brand that is powering nearly all homesteads, factories, streets in this country and beyond. We are
synonymous with the electrification success of this country and are confident of our business model and the unwavering support from our customers, staff and shareholders. We are delighted to resume serving our customers in every corner of our country!”

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Equity Bank’s Move To Place Investment Firm Transcentury PLC Under Receivership Suspended

by Daily Trends
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The High Court has suspended the move by Equity Bank to place investment firm Transcentury PLC under receivership.

The basis for the injunction stems from allegations that Equity Bank unlawfully appointed a receiver while negotiations were ongoing, constituting a flagrant breach of legal procedures.

The court-issued injunction effectively halts the appointment of the receivers and restricts them or their agents from taking any actions in their capacity as receivers of the company.

The injunction, issued by Honourable Justice A. Mabeya on June 19, 2023, comes in response to a notice dated June 16, 2023, which Equity Bank had issued to TransCentury PLC.

Transcentury and its subsidiary, East African Cables were placed under receivership over a Sh3.01 billion-shilling loan facility advanced by Equity Bank Kenya Limited.

The court deemed the application urgent and ordered that it be served promptly with a response required within 14 days, leading to a hearing on July 3, 2023.

“For avoidance of doubt, the receivership is temporarily suspended pending inter partes hearing of the application.”

TransCentury PLC expressed its satisfaction with the court’s decision, highlighting the irregularity that tainted the entire process.

“We are delighted to see that the court has recognized the irregularity that marred this very unfortunate and ill-intended process. We considered the bank as a partner and were engaged in what we believed to be positive discussions to reach an amicable agreement, just one day before the receiver was appointed by the bank,” stated Shaka Kariuki, Chairman of TC Group, upon releasing the injunction announcement.

“TransCentury is a significant business in Kenya’s economic landscape, we are committed to meeting our obligation, and hence the reason why we embarked on a Rights Issue transaction at the beginning of the year. Despite the challenging economic environment that Kenya and the world at large faces, we raised money from our shareholders and were preparing to settle on an agreement favourable to the business and the bank.”

The court-issued injunction effectively halts the appointment of the receivers and restricts them or their agents from taking any actions in their capacity as receivers of the company.

This development allows TransCentury PLC to refocus on its business operations and pursue its strategic objectives.

Nganga Njiinu, CEO of TransCentury Group, expressed confidence in the company’s resilient team and their ability to recover the lost time.

Njiinu emphasized their commitment to their mandate of making a transformative impact on Africa’s infrastructure.

“TC Group is steered by a very resilient team and I am confident that we shall recover the time lost as we continue focusing on our mandate of impacting Africa with transformative infrastructure,” Njiinu said.

The company’s Boards extend their gratitude to shareholders, staff, and partners for their unwavering support as they strive to steer the business towards growth.

As the court proceedings progress, stakeholders eagerly await further developments in this case, which holds significant implications for both TransCentury PLC and Equity Bank.

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Why President Ruto must intervene on the Transcentury Issue

by Daily Trends
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The move by Equity Bank to place the infrastructure based investment firm Transcentury and its subsidiary East African Cables under receivership over a debt of Shs 4.8 billion is a wake up call to President Ruto and his government.

As President Ruto strives to create a conducive environment for investors to create and grow businesses in order to create jobs, the predatory move by creditors like Equity Bank will definitely derail the KK government job creation agenda.

Equity Bank this week announced that Muriu Thoithi and George Weru of PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) have been appointed joint receivers of Transcentury with effect from June 16th 2023.

The bank also appointed Thoithi and Weru as joint administrators of East Africa Cables.

In an advertisement placed on local dailies, Equity Bank stated that “ The powers of director (of Transcentury) in terms of dealing with the company’s business and assets no longer apply. Any person who purports to hold, receive, use, or attempt to buy or sell, contract or otherwise deal with the company without the prior written consent of the receivers will be acting in contravention of the law and will be liable to legal action.”

The move has predictably alarmed the business community and every one else who cares about the Kenyan economy.

Everyone understands very well how such drastic and draconian actions by banks have in the past killed healthy companies, leading to massive job losses and sending thousands into poverty.

It’s common knowledge that receiver managers in kenya are like morticians whose clients never live after. Blue Chip companies such as Nakumatt, ARM Cement and Deacons East Africa never survived receivership.

Its still fresh in many people’s minds how the Kenyan horticulture sector suffered when the country’s largest flower firm Karuturi Limited was placed under receivership by Stanbic Bank over a Shs 383 million debt.

More than 3,000 workers lost their livelihood and Naivasha town has never been the same ever after.

The effects of the collapse of Nakumatt chain of supermarkets are still felt today.

Other companies which have suffered under these banks include Kinangop Wind Park, Pan Paper Mills, Spencon, Mumias Sugar and Eveready East Africa.

It is high time President Ruto intervened and saved local investors and businesses from these vulture-like banks who seem to derive sadistic joy in killing companies.

For starters the government must initiate amendments to the receivership laws to curb the cannibalistic tendencies of banks like Equity Bank who hardly care about public interest.
If not checked, the move by Equity Bank will take down another local success story and send thousands of employees into poverty during these hard economic times.

The banks must not be allowed to operate unilaterally without taking into consideration the interests of the staff, other creditors, clients, taxman, regional integration and the economy at large.

The president must intervene and bring together the business community to charter a new way forward for the country before these banks kill kenya’s economy.

Equity Bank must be told in no uncertain terms that its frustrating the government and the country’s economic aspirations .

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A Big Cartel In Higher Education Funding! MKU Founder’s Land Saga Deepens As Ruto Ally Exposes His Dirty Dealings

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Thousands of squatters in Naivasha, Kenya who were evicted from a land that they claim was allocated to them by the former government of President Daniel Moi (deceased) have written to Kenya Commission for Human Rights seeking their intervention after Simon Gicharu , the founder and chairman of Mount Kenya University reportedly bought it through rogue land officials and influential politicians who served in the government of retired president Kenyatta.

In a letter dated 9th June 2023, directed to Kenya Commission of Human Rights, the 3,000 squatters notes that if the situation is not contained , they remain vulnerable and their leaders who have been fighting Mr Gicharu’s atrocity may remain in jail after they were arrested by police while protesting about the latter but they could not afford a cash bail or bond of Sh 200,000 and are now rotting in prison.

‘’We are over 3,000 squatters living in Naivasha,Nakuru county who have lived in 16,000 acres that was allocated to us by former president Daniel Moi given our vulnerable situations.The squatters are drawn from Kenya,Uganda and Tanzania.Few months ago, Simon Gicharu who owns Mount Kenya University with the help of another tycoon Benjamin Kipkulei acting for Uhuru era politicians and rogue police officers used police and arrested some of our members,’’ reads part of the letter

‘’They are still in remand since they could not afford to pay a cash bail or bond that was being asked by the court of Sh 200,000.We kindly ask for your intervention because no one is listening to us and the media has been bribed not to air our grievances.We have been to the Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika office and county commissioner’s office but they seem to be compromised too.We have documents to show that this land is ours,’’ reads the letter further that is copied to the office of the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Last month, the squatters had promised to match to Mount Kenya University campus in Nakuru to show their disappointment with Simon Gicharu for grabbing their land but they claim some leaders were bought off.

Locals who spoke to this publication said they have lived there for decades and in the year 2019,the government set up a local school for 3,000 squatters and promised them part of the land will be subdivided to them since they had no where to go.

Last month , Mr Gicharu who locals says landed last week with the chopper to inspect the eviction and subsequent uprooting of the crops where the houses were burnt.

‘’We have nowhere to go, Simon Gicharu who owns Mount Kenya university claims he bought this land from the government and now wants us out. He is using the police to defeat justice, the media has been compromised, they come to interview us and later get money from Gicharu and never air our grievances,’’ Mary Mwathi, 78, says in a video seen by this publication when the group camped at the office of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and Regional commissioner seeking an audience with them over the matter.

Most farmers claim the specific area they have called home is called Ndabibi and Kosovo.

Mr Gicharu has already funded the construction of a police post in the contested land as an effort to deter the squatters from resettling in.

The new development comes just days after Kikuyu Member of parliament Kimani Ichungwah and majority leader in the National assembly questioned how Mount Kenya university has been the only private university in Kenya that has been receiving the highest number of government sponsored students at the expense of other private and public universities.

The outspoken legislator noted that Simon Gicharu who owns the university behaves like a cartel to get higher student placement funded by taxpayers in exchange for bribes.

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Infinix Sets New Standard For Affordable Smartphones With Breakthrough All-Round Fast Charge As NOTE 30 Series Launches in Kenya

by Daily Trends
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Infinix today announced the release of its new NOTE 30 Series, which includes the NOTE 30 Pro, NOTE 30 VIP, and NOTE 30.

This latest offering from Infinix features the brand’s hallmark charging capabilities, with an improved All-Round Fast Charge solution that can reach up to 68W wired and 15W wirelessly.

In addition, the NOTE 30 Series boasts a smooth and responsive 120Hz refresh rate display and an ultra-clear triple camera system with lenses up to 108MP.

Furthermore, Infinix has partnered with JBL for upgraded tuned sound, and created Ultra Powerful Signal technology, offering users incredible performance and efficiency like never before on an Infinix device.

“At Infinix, we designed the NOTE series with the aim of providing users with a powerful phone that can keep them connected to the world, anytime and anywhere. To achieve this, we developed the first-ever All-Round Fast Charge solution, which not only delivers speed but also ensures safety, intelligence, and flexibility. With this solution, users can take charge of their lives in all scenarios, 24/7. All devices have a premium display, ultra-clear camera, JBL-tuned sound system and advanced connectivity capabilities. We are confident that the NOTE 30 Series is a top choice for power users seeking an unbeatable value.” – Liang Zhang, Deputy General Manager at Infinix.

The Fast Charge Revolution

Infinix’s NOTE 30 Series comes packed with groundbreaking new charging innovations. The NOTE 30 Pro features 68W All-Round FastCharge, which can charge its 5000mAh battery from 1% to 80% in just 30 minutes. It also supports a 15W wireless FastCharge, a first in its price segment. The NOTE 30 and NOTE 30 VIP support a 68W All-Round FastCharge which rapidly powers up the devices on the go. All models have unparalleled durability, exceeding the industry average by withstanding 1,000 full charging cycles while retaining 80% of their energy.

The NOTE 30 Series introduces Infinix’s all-in-one solution for charging. Reverse Charge enables the device to work as a power bank for other devices in emergency situations.

Bypass Charge filters the current to supply power directly to the main board, which controls the phone’s temperature, resulting in an average temperature drop of 2℃ – 7℃.

These advances in temperature control keep the device cool, allowing users to charge and play games simultaneously.

The series also includes Intelligent Power E-IQ further advancing the charging experience with AI algorithms and security measures that protect users from overcharging.

Finally, PD 3.0 is fully supported, allowing the charger to fast charge other smart devices alongside the user’s NOTE 30 Series device.

The Perfect Companion for Mobile Entertainment

The NOTE 30 Series portfolio of devices features a 120Hz refresh rate display that benefits from Infinix’s Smart Refresh and Magellan Engine.

These features enable the device to adjust its refresh rate based on the user’s scenario, providing a smoother experience while consuming less power. Whether gaming or watching videos, the NOTE 30 Series’ display enriches the viewing experience.

Moreover, all models include an eye-care mode with TUV Rheinland Certification, which protects users’ eyes during extended screen time.

Infinix’s NOTE 30 Pro offers a viewing experience like no other. The 10-bit AMOLED display has a peak brightness of 900 nits, a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 1920Hz PWM Dimming, and 360Hz Touch Sampling Rate. This means users can expect a responsive, vibrant display in every situation.

The ultra-thin bezels and stereo dual speakers, which are sound by JBL and certified by Hi-Res, make the NOTE 30 Series an industry standout for its audio capabilities.

Next-level Performance

Focusing on performance, the NOTE 30 Series is fully equipped with powerful internals specifically designed to empower the user to get more out of their day.

The NOTE 30 Pro and NOTE 30 4G use powerful MediaTek Helio G99 processors, with a 6nm process for energy efficiency and high performance. With Vapor-Chamber Liquid Cooling technology on the NOTE 30 Pro, the device stays cool under pressure, thanks to a patented 10-layer material with a 2,000mm2 chamber area.

Meanwhile, the NOTE 30 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 6nm 5G processor and dual 5G SIM support, providing users with lightning-fast 5G speeds.

The NOTE 30 Series is proud to introduce its latest innovation: self-developed Ultra Power Signal (UPS) technology.

Designed specifically for weak signal environments, this groundbreaking technology is optimized for weak signal user scenarios, including basements, elevators, suburban areas, and landscape handheld.

With a new antenna design and proprietary algorithms, UPS technology greatly improves signal performance in signal jitter, signal dense, and signal weak conditions.

It can intelligently switch antennas, accelerate the network, and reduce the lag rate when using low-latency applications such as gaming, downloading content, and watching videos.

The NOTE 30 Series has achieved a remarkable up to 40% increase in cellular signal strength and a 100% increase in WiFi signal strength in landscape mode, ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted entertainment experience.

Capture With Clarity

Infinix is proud to announce that the NOTE 30 Series features an impressive triple camera system.

The Infinix NOTE 30 Pro and NOTE 30 VIP come with a whopping 108MP ultra-high pixel primary camera that captures every moment with maximum sharpness and crystal-clear transparency.

Meanwhile, the NOTE 30 model is equipped with a 64MP primary camera to cater to different user needs. Additionally, all three devices feature automatic color gradation technology to enhance image quality when under backlighting and glare conditions.

The camera capabilities of the NOTE 30 Series are further enhanced with features such as Dual View Mode, which allows users to capture moments with both front and rear-facing cameras simultaneously.

Sky Remap adjusts the sky in photos, while the Street Photography Filter helps users master the art of street photography. With all these features, users can capture stunning images that meet their exact specifications. Moreover, the NOTE 30 Pro’s 32MP selfie camera with Style Makeup helps users show off their multi-faceted personality.

Additional Key Features

The NOTE 30 Series boasts an impressive 8GB+256GB of memory, with an Extended RAM technology upgrade of 8GB+8GB (equivalent to 16GB) for superior multitasking performance and storage capabilities.
Running on XOS 13 built on Android 13, the NOTE 30 Series delivers a sleek user interface, new sound design and motion graphics. XOS 13 also offers upgraded PC connection 2.0, Lightning Multi-Window, and Notepad features, ensuring a personalized and intuitive experience.
With the NOTE 30 Series’ Multi-Functional Near Field Communication (NFC), users can enjoy the convenience of short-range wireless technologies, making it possible to share payloads of data such as transit passes or charge to credit cards.

Pricing and Availability

The NOTE 30 VIP, NOTE 30 Pro and NOTE 30 will cost Ksh 45,999, Ksh 33,999 and Ksh 27,999 respectively, and will be available in Classic Black, Interstellar Blue, or Sunset Gold. Prices and availability for the NOTE 30 Series will vary from retailer to retailer.

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Infinix Partners With JBL To Bring Audio Excellence To Their Next Generation Smartphones

by Daily Trends
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Infinix has announced its new collaboration with HARMAN’s legendary audio and technology brand JBL, to bring Sound by JBL audio excellence to the next generation of their highly-regarded NOTE Series.

At Infinix, the user experience is a top priority, and sound quality plays a fundamental role in that experience.

Together with the 75-year legacy of acoustic quality and expertise that the brand is renowned for, the upcoming release of the NOTE Series will be enhanced by the Sound by JBL tuning along with the latest innovations from Infinix.

Users can look forward to an upgraded audio experience in the next generation of Infinix’s NOTE Series, thanks to this exciting new collaboration with JBL. Stay tuned for more information on the release date and features of the new series.

“We’re incredibly excited about our collaboration with the JBL brand here at Infinix. Our hardware expertise combined with JBL’s acoustic technology means we can provide an enhanced audio experience to customers worldwide. With a device that delivers upgraded sound quality, we’re confident we’re in exceeding users’ expectations.” – Liang Zhang, Deputy General Manager at Infinix.

Integrated with JBL Tech
When building the NOTE Series, Infinix collaborated closely with JBL engineers to optimize the software system of their new generation NOTE Series.

The software processing within the Note series was tuned to deliver JBL’s signature sound that ensures well-balanced mid-tones as well as rich bass, along with high-quality and faithful sound reproduction.

“The JBL brand is all about delivering the fullest sound experience, and we are therefore extremely proud to collaborate with the Infinix team to deliver superior audio through Sound by JBL.

Rooted in a shared passion for sound, we know the Infinix team is committed to audio excellence in their mobile devices, and we will continue to work together bringing upgraded sound quality to more consumers as we look forward to deepening our cooperation with Infinix for more product development.” – Roumu Hu, Vice President and General Manager, HARMAN Embedded Audio.

Availability
Infinix intends to introduce this new technology in their upcoming phone models, starting with the next release of the NOTE series.

The launch is scheduled for May, so customers can look forward to experiencing the enhanced sound quality of this innovative technology very soon.

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iTel Launches Newest 4G P40 Smartphone Featuring Powerful Performance

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

itel, a reliable smart life brand who ranked No.1 global smartphone brand among $100 price segment, unveils its newest 4G smartphone P40, with a bunch of worth mentioning features and long-lasting power performance.

Powerful Battery to Bring Long-lasting Entertainment

To start with it, itel P40 draws power from 6000mAh mega battery, which can ensure super long usage time and long-lasting entertainment experience, supporting 15 days standby, 32 hours calling, 62 hours music playing and 8 hours gaming time.

Along with its 18W Type C fast charge, users can experience more daily usage benefits of fast charging, engaging 2 hours chatting in 10 minutes charging.

P40 also embedded with AI Power Master, itel’s intelligent battery lab, which can optimize battery performance and maximize its battery life and efficiency.

Bigger Storage and Bigger Screen to Gain Smoother Performance

Compared to the previous itel P series smartphone, this new series P40 has the memory upgrade to support large data storage and multiple applications switch.

It offers two memory model choices: 64+7GB and 64+4GB, to store more than 26000 photos and bigger RAM to boost smoother performance with less latency.

Meanwhile, its Memory Fusion Function can effectively integrate 3GB ROM space to RAM, extending to 7GB running space.

For screen, P40 comes with the 6.6” HD+ Water Drop display, features 90% screen-to-body ratio and 72% colorfulness, which can push perfect colors and resolution to the higher edge. Its better screen makes all your content look true to life.

Clearer Rear Camera to Save Every Detailed Moment

In terms of camera, P40 is packed with a clearer 13MP rear camera compared to the last generation, to clarify every details of our highlight moments. Also it carries out with various of shooting modes, including Pro Mode, Panorama Mode and Time-lapse Mode.

Smarter shooting experience to create more valuable videos and make users become their own life director.

Concerned with its energetic design, P40’s pattern is inspired by racing tracks, the trending stripe design brings a sense of speed and energy.

P40 goes for three colors: Force Black, Dreamy Blue and Luxurious Gold.

P40, regarding as itel’s P series flagship model, presents strong energy with its 6000mAh mega battery and upgraded storage and HD+ display.

Offering better value-for-money proposition, it features powerful performance in a affordable price to satisfy young users’ entertainment experience in emerging markets.

For more product information, please visit: https://www.itel-life.com/global/.

RRP is Ksh 11,800 and Is available in all authorized mobile retail outlets countrywide.

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Massive Corruption and Mismanagement Bringing Down Kemri

by Daily Trends
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Trouble is brewing at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) as disappointed staff bitterly complain about corruption, nepotism and mismanagement by acting Director General Prof Elija Songok.

According to sources within the institution, morale is at historic low and important research work has ground to halt due to graft.

To make matters worse, there has been no substantive DG or CEO at Kemri for three years since Prof Yeri Kombe retired. Prof Sam Kariuki who was in acting capacity until March 2023 took a sabbatical leave due to frustrations.

He handed over to Prof Elija Songok who was imposed by the Principal Secretary for Health Engineer Peter Tum. Songok had been serving as the director of research.

Songok was elevated to the position in dubious circumstances reeking of nepotism. Tum, PS for health is a village mate (they are actually next door neighbors) to Songok. They have a relationship going back decades and are close family friends.

When Tum’s children were studying in Canada, it’s Songok who hosted them in his house.

Curiously, Songok is earning double salary as the acting DG Kemri and also as a staffer at University of Manitoba in Canada. He is actually a Canadian citizen is its curious how a dual citizen can be appointed to head such an important Kenyan institution.

The biggest case of corruption involves a product developbed by Kemri known as Ujiplus.

While serving as the director of research, Songok led the team of researchers that came up with Ujiplus, a herbal flour to be used in fighting neglected tropical diseases.

Ujiplus is a fortified herbal formulation designed to be taken as a school meal snack for both nutrition and deworming.

Scientists at Kemri developed the integrated deworming and nutritious porridge but in a move that stinks of corruption, Songok grabbed the product and is privately selling it.

Usually when Kemri comes up with a product like this, it is sent to the commercial department which sells it to generate revenue for the research institution.

In a move that should interest EACC, Songok founded a company known as Terik Foods and Nutraceuticals Limited which now produces and sells Ujiplus yet the product was developed by Kemri.

Interestingly, Terik is the name of the sub clan in Nandi community where he hails from.

To make matters worse he has roped in his 2 sons into this corrupt scheme. The boys operate a shop just next to Kemri headquarters in Nairobi where they sell the Ujiplus. The sons also live in his official Kemri residence.

When Tum served as the CEO of KMTC, he had a personal assistant known as Barnabas Kimatoi. The he has since seconded the same guy to serve as Songok’s PA.

There are also irregular appointments and promotions happening under Songok’s watch at Kemri.

He has promoted his cronies and partners in dubious dealings to influential and lucrative positions.

Songok has removed Dr Kizito Lubano as director of research and development and replaced him with a Dr Nelly Mugo with who Songok has business interests with.

Dr Mugo runs an NGO known as Partners in Health Research and Development (PHRD) which is funded by Kemri. She runs the NGO with a Dr David Bukusu whose spouse Prof Elizabeth Bukusu also work at Kemri.

Another case of conflict of interest involves Dr Onono Maricianah who runs an NGO known as Kargeno Group. Kargeno group focuses on sexual reproductrive adolescent and child health.

Songok has appointed Dr Onono to be director of scientific programs and partnerships while still running the NGO.

In another case of malpractice at Kemri, the director, legal, Martin Machira whose contract is lapsing in August 2023 is irregularly pushing the HR committee of Kemri board to renew his contract.

Machira has blatantly continued to engage external lawyers are exorbitant cost to the institute against government directive when he should be the one going to court to represent the institution.

Another issue if the irregular hiring of the internal auditor. When James Mwangi was serving as internal auditor, he exposed a lot of rot in the finance department including the cash purchases totaling Shs 52 million which were highlighted in Auditor General Report 2020/21.

So the finance director Antony Wachira hatched a plot to get Mwangi out of the way. Wachira colluded with an intern who he had an affair with to falsely accuse Mwangi with attempted rape. The intern entered Mwangi’s office at noon and started screaming that Mwangi wanted to rape her.

When Mwangi was suspended over the issue, Wachira arranged for his own cousin Patrick Gitau to be seconded from treasury as the acting internal auditor.

When Wachira was made the acting director of Corporate Services, he used the position to confirm Gitau as the internal auditor even before Mwangi’s case was heard and determined.

Mwangi was eventually cleared by court and reinstated to his job but his office had been irregularly filled. Now Kemri has 2 internal auditors.

Another problem causing low morale within Kemri is the failure by Songok to pay some 2.27 billion shillings owed to unionisable staff as extraneous allowance.

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The HOT 30 Series From Infinix Launches In Pomp And Color

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In the heart of Nairobi, the Infinix HOT 30 Series launch brought together a diverse group of University students, fans of the brand, industry leaders and experts for a day of thought-provoking performances and networking opportunities.

The event, which was organized by Infinix Kenya, took place on 7th April at KICC grounds.

The launch was an amusement themed product launch with a concert theme which was a highly orchestrated event designed to generate excitement and buzz around the new HOT 30 Series.

The event was attended by industry insiders, media representatives and fans of the brand with Fanta, Blaze by Safaricom and Onfon as launch partners.

The event kicked off with performances from finalists of competing dance crews from the Hottest dance crew challenge.

This was followed by a series of presentations for the
HOT 30 Series product introduction.

One of the highlights of the event was the dramatic product unveiling which was ushered by fireworks display and lighting up of the KICC building at the heart of Nairobi.

In addition to the interactive sessions, the event also provided ample networking opportunities for attendees.

Participants had the chance to connect with industry leaders and experts, and to exchange ideas and best practices.

“The launch was on another level. It was super tremendous and the performances too were lit”, Ronah student from the University of Eldoret.

“We’re thrilled with the success of this year’s event,” said Cynthia, Infinix Kenya Marketing Manager, “We had an outstanding group of performances and attendees, and the experiences were both mind blowing and inspiring. We look forward to continuing to build on this success in the years to come.”

Overall, the HOT 30 Series was a tremendous success, bringing together a diverse group of industry leaders and experts for a day of thought-provoking performances from famous Gen z artists and networking opportunities.

The event demonstrated the power of collaboration and innovation in driving change, and left attendees feeling inspired and energized.

We look forward to seeing you at the next launch event!

For more details visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/

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Infinix Takes Mobile Gaming to New Heights with the All-New HOT 30 Series

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Infinix Kenya has officially launched the HOT 30
series, which includes the HOT 30, HOT 30 Play and HOT 30i models.

The HOT 30 series has undergone significant upgrades to its processor, screen, fast charging, and video features.

These upgrades make it a leading gaming phone with superior screen quality, powerful performance, and the fastest charging capabilities in its class.

“At Infinix, we place great importance on understanding the needs of our young customers and are dedicated to incorporating innovative technologies into our mobile phone development. With the HOT 30 series, we’ve equipped these devices with powerful gaming processors, ample memory, lightning-fast charging capabilities, and the most vivid highdefinition screens available in their class. We believe these features take the mobile gaming experience to new heights. Moreover, the HOT 30 series is competitively priced, which we believe will impress every young user seeking high-quality mobile devices.” – Mr. Shane

Built for mobile entertainment

Infinix recognizes that young people often use mobile gaming to relieve stress, but ordinary cell phones often provide low image quality, high heat generation, and unstable network speed, causing inconvenience and annoyance.

To address these issues, Infinix has introduced the HOT 30, a reliable and high-performing gaming phone that offers high image quality, low heat generation, and strong network speed for a sublime smartphone.

Gaming experience

The HOT 30 is equipped with a strong and power-balanced Helio G88 processor with an 8-core architecture design containing two powerful ARM Cortex-A75 cores with a maximum frequency of 2.0GHz.

This ensures that games run faster and smoother. With
up to 16GB of expandable memory, the HOT 30 doubles the performance of the physical 8G memory, enabling faster loading times, and supporting up to 18 applications to be opened simultaneously.

In terms of software features, the HOT 30 integrates the highly optimized Dar-Link 3.0 gaming engine, which provides intelligent sensing of load scenarios and stage-specific matching of cooling strategies to guarantee 3D games stability.

The HOT 30 also supports Link-Booming network optimization technology for multi-network concurrency, with Wifi and data working together to keep players connected during critical moments.

The XArena gaming space is specially designed for gaming fans, with cool icons promoting a gaming atmosphere and an easy-to-spot real-time game status, creating the perfect environment for smartphone gaming.

Powered for the day Smartphones not only require powerful performance but also long-lasting battery life.

The HOT 30 series addresses this need with a 5000mAh battery that can last throughout the day.

In addition, the HOT 30 offers the exclusive Power Marathon power-saving function, which enables the phone to standby for a whole day or operate continuously for 2 hours at the 5% limit.

This feature ensures that users can enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience while on the go.

For gamers who need a quick battery boost during critical moments, Infinix has equipped the HOT 30 with 33W fast charging technology.

This charging technology is about 2 times faster than the previous generation, enabling the phone to charge up to 55% in just 30 minutes.

With the combination of a 5000mAh large battery and 33W fast charging, the Hot 30 is an ideal choice for epic weekend group gaming sessions and can support avid gamers until the end.

Experience ultra-bright gaming in style

To deliver an immersive gaming experience, the HOT 30 boasts a 6.78-inch perforated screen with a 1080P high resolution, 90Hz high refresh rate, and 270Hz touch sampling rate.

The screen has excellent clarity and coherence, with timely touch response for rapid micro-operations. It also includes self-developed dark area display enhancement technology, making outdoor display clear and bright, with a maximum brightness of 600nit
and a color gamut of 96% DCI-P3 for vivid visual performance when viewing photos and videos.

The HOT 30 is designed with a light aesthetic on the back that creates dynamic shadows that provide a unique sense of liveliness unlike any other phone on the market today.

The side fingerprint is sensitive and efficient for convenient phone unlocking.

The HOT 30 also features a slim body with a dual-speaker design and DTS technology, providing a threedimensional surround sound effect for immersive viewing and gameplay.

Other practical features include NFC, and more, making it a comprehensive flagship model.

Crystal clear optics

The HOT 30 is equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera lens featuring a larger F1.6 aperture, providing greater light intake, along with a multi-frame overlay algorithm that enhances night shot quality and offers a range of night filter styles.

These features make it an ideal choice for photography enthusiasts, whether capturing moments on busy city
streets at night or stunning landscape shots.

The HOT 30 also includes a film mode, providing a lot of editing templates, which allows users to easily capture their vlogs without editing, soundtracks or transitions by themselves.

With its competitive price and exceptional gaming experience, the HOT 30 series is expected to make its mark on smartphone gaming in 2023.

Infinix is committed to providing fast and comfortable experiences through affordable top-of-the-line game phones, accessible to today’s youth.

Availability

The HOT 30 Series RRP will vary from shop to shop.

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BangBet Kenya: The Ultimate Online Gaming and Betting Destination in Kenya

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Online gaming and betting have taken the world by storm, and Kenya is not an exception.

The country has seen a surge in the number of online gaming and betting platforms that cater to all types of players.

Among these websites, BangBet Kenya stands out as one of the best online gaming and betting destinations in Kenya.

This website has been gaining popularity in the online gaming and betting industry, with many players considering it the ultimate gaming and betting platform in Kenya.

Launched in 2019, BangBet Kenya has quickly gained a reputation for its user-friendly interface, extensive game selection, generous bonuses, and excellent customer support.

The website is licensed and regulated by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB), which ensures that all its operations are fair, transparent, and secure.

The website caters to all types of players, from beginners to experienced players, and offers a variety of games and betting options.

One of the key factors that make BangBet Kenya the ultimate online gaming and betting destination in Kenya is its extensive game selection.

The website offers a wide range of games that cater to all types of players, including sports betting, virtual sports, casino games, and live dealer games.

The sportsbook section of the website offers betting options for a variety of sports, including football, basketball, tennis, rugby, and cricket.

The virtual sports section offers betting options for virtual football, horse racing, greyhound racing, and more.

The casino section of the website is packed with a wide range of games, including slots, table games, and live dealer games.

The slots section offers a wide variety of games, from classic slots to video slots, with different themes and features.

The table games section offers games such as roulette, blackjack, baccarat, and poker.

The live dealer games section offers games such as live roulette, live blackjack, and live baccarat, giving players a real-life casino experience.Another key factor that makes BangBet Kenya the ultimate online gaming and betting destination in Kenya is its commitment to responsible gambling.

The website offers tools and resources to help players gamble responsibly, such as self-exclusion, deposit limits, and reality checks.

One unique selling point (USP) of BangBet Kenya is its mobile app. The app is available for both Android and iOS devices and offers a seamless gaming experience on the go.

The app is easy to use, fast, and offers all the features and games available on the website. The app also offers exclusive bonuses and promotions for mobile users.

BangBet Kenya is also known for its excellent customer support.

The website has a comprehensive FAQ section that answers most common questions. If players have any further questions or issues, they can contact the customer support team via live chat or email.

The customer support team is available 24/7 and is responsive and helpful.

The website also offers a variety of bonuses and promotions for players. New players can enjoy a welcome bonus when they sign up and make their first deposit.

The website also offers reload bonuses, cashback offers, and free spins promotions for existing players. The website also has a loyalty program that rewards players for their loyalty.

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Introducing The Next Big Thing: Infinix Hot 30 To Be Launched In Kenya On April 7

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The Latest Smartphone from the Infinix HOT Series! Get ready to experience the cutting-edge technology and innovative features of the HOT Series newest smartphone.

With its sleek design and powerful performance, this device is set to revolutionize the world of mobile technology.

Equipped with the latest hardware and software, this smartphone boasts a high-speed processor and advanced camera system that will capture every moment with crystal clear detail.

Whether you’re an avid photographer, a social media influencer, or simply someone who loves to stay connected on the go, this device has everything you need. But that’s not all! The HOT’s Series newest smartphone also comes with a range of exciting features designed to enhance your user experience.

From a sleek and intuitive interface to an advanced security system, this device has it all. And with Infinix’s commitment to youth empowerment, it was only right to invite students from Universities all over the country to share an innovative experience.

Infinix kicked off on high gear since they launched the #MuHOAT Dance challenge, with top 3 finalists standing a chance to win a cash prize at the launch on ,7th April.

The launch will feature performances by the faves amongst Genzers mostly with brand’s commitment to promoting talent and creativity as young as possible. Infinix has in addition partnered with like minded brands like Fanta and Blaze by Safaricom.

So get ready to experience the future of mobile technology. Stay tuned for the official launch of the Infinix HOT 30 and be the first to get your hands on the hottest device of the year!

For more details visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/

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Long Con: How Mandago Administration Colluded With KCB, Agents To Fleece Uasin Gishu Parents In A Scholarship Scam

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In May 2021, the Uasin Gishu County Government partnered with Tampere University, Finland, in a programme that would see students from the devolved unit airlifted to live, study and work in the foreign country.

It was a dream come true for many, given the yearning of young Kenyans to join universities overseas.

Many, especially those from humble backgrounds, had enthusiastically applied for the opportunity, hoping it would save them from the tedious immigration processes that come with obtaining travel documents.

The first batch of learners left the country in September 2021, three months after the deal was signed – the 51 students were to pursue medicine and other science-related courses: 25 were going to pursue degree courses and 26 were to pursue diplomas.

The icing on the cake was that the successful applicants in the programme were guaranteed employment in Finland upon completion of their courses.

Because of this, many families took a chance, organising fundraisers to raise the fees to enable their sons and daughters to pursue the dream that would alleviate them from their challenging backgrounds. 

The county government went ahead to open an account – the Uasin Gishu County Government Overseas Trust Fund – at KCB Bank to collect the tuition fees the students were required to pay.

Under the deal, the devolved unit was to act as a guarantor for the students in their respective universities in payment of their tuition fees.

The county government agreed to collect money from the parents and remit it as a lump sum, thus there was no agreement between parents and the universities to pay the tuition fees directly to the institution.

On September 14, 2021, former Governor Jackson Mandago (now the county senator) flagged off the first batch of 51 students to travel to Finland to study in a partnership that sought to produce qualified health personnel for the international labour market, while at the same time addressing youth unemployment.

Some of the parents are demanding a refund of their money terming the entire arrangement a scam.

The complaints prompted the formation of an ad hoc committee to establish the legal framework on which the Finland scholarship programme was anchored. The team is looking into whether there is a memorandum of understanding between the county government and the targeted Finland universities. 
The committee was informed that 202 students are in Finland under the programme, which was to be implemented at Tampere, Jyvaskala and LUT universities, among others. According to the county education department, Max-global acted as the agent in the recruitment of students and the county stood in for the bank statements for the students.

Committee Findings

The ad-hoc committee has recommended disciplinary action against officials implicated in the scam. It has further recommended a refund of money paid as fees by parents under the much-hyped Uasin Gishu students airlift programme.

The committee found out that senior County officials colluded with Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) and agents to fleece parents of millions in a Finnish scholarship scandal that saw learners airlifted and dumped in Europe.

Following its investigation, the team, whose report was endorsed by the county assembly for consideration, now wants the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and other relevant agencies to move in and investigate the implicated senior county officials for forgery, abuse of office and integrity.

The committee led by Mr Gilbert Chepkonga has endorsed the recovery of the stolen money to support some of the students who are said to be stranded in Finnish universities.
According to the report, the Uasin Gishu County Government, under the stewardship of former Governor Jackson Mandago, now the Uasin Gishu Senator, opened the ‘Uasin Gishu County Government Overseas Trust Fund’ account in Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) for purposes of receiving tuition fees for the students benefiting from the scholarship programme.
Protesting parents led by Mr Reuben Chepses Koech told the committee those who applied for the opportunity were required to pay an interview fee of Sh6,500, but were not issued with receipts for the payment.

The students were then required to pay 8,650 euros — equivalent to Sh1.19 million in school fees, Sh80,000 accommodation fee for three months, Sh30,000 insurance fee, Sh49,000 for a visa, Sh5,000 for Covid test and 100,000 for their flights.

The eligible candidates were issued with acceptance letters from their respective universities, while the County Government of Uasin Gishu issued them with a certificate of full scholarship.

On September 14, 2021, Mr Mandago flagged off the first batch of 51 students to travel to Tampere to study in various fields, in the partnership that sought to produce qualified health personnel for the international labour market, while at the same time addressing youth unemployment.

However, according to the report by the committee, the implementation of the programme was a highly guarded secret that even then-county head of Education Joseph Kurgat was kept in the dark, despite it being under his docket.
Mr Kurgat told the committee that the programme was not discussed at the county Cabinet level and no policy framework was tabled for Cabinet approval.

Case with KCB

While accusing KCB officials of being part of the bigger plot, the committee is demanding a forensic financial audit of the Uasin Gishu Education Overseas Trust Account at the KCB Eldoret East branch, and that county employees mentioned as beneficiaries of the transactions from the account be suspended pending investigations.

According to bank statements tabled before the committee, several individuals, including senior county officials are among the irregular beneficiaries of funds meant for the students.

“The County Executive to engage the services of an independent and reputable external forensic auditor to audit the account and report back to the county assembly within 30 days.

The forensic auditor’s term of reference shall be to analyse the financial data to look for evidence of the crime,” said the report.

The committee further wants KCB to investigate and take necessary action against its staff for professional negligence, by allowing the Uasin Gishu Overseas Education Trust Account to be opened without conducting due diligence.

The report reveals that some trustees heavily benefited financially from withdrawals from the account, although they were not entitled to a monetary benefit.

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Stephen A. Newton joins Ad Dynamo by Aleph as Managing Director for Africa 

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Ad Dynamo by Aleph has appointed Stephen A. Newton as its managing director for Africa. Newton will prioritise pan-African expansion and assisting Ad Dynamo by Aleph’s  partners in overcoming the challenges of doing business across the continent.

Ad Dynamo by Aleph is Spotify, Twitter, Snap, and  Yahoo’s  exclusive media buying extension in Africa. As an enabler of digital advertising in emerging markets, the organisation is helping to break down barriers. 

“As both  a developing market and a continent with a rapidly growing population, Africa is poised to house not only a sizeable portion of the world’s population but also a sizeable portion of the world’s eligible workforce,” says Newton. “I am excited to play a part in implementing Aleph’s goal of breaking barriers.” 

“At Ad Dynamo by Aleph, we plan to continue to grow in anticipation of our partners’ needs and solidify our position as a preferred partner,” he adds. “We will build where they need us using tried and trusted methodologies, and we will continue to collaborate to create platforms that reduce the friction associated with doing business in these markets.”

Newton, an entrepreneur at heart, has more than 25 years of experience leading EMEA businesses across the digital space. He is currently on a number of advisory boards for startups and mid-sized African companies that work in different parts of the online space. He is also the chairman and co-founder of The Illuminate Africa Group Ltd., a consulting firm that helps companies achieve their African expansion goals.

Newton has worked as managing director of Google South Africa, vice president and managing director of the Ad Exchange for Google-bought DoubleClick EMEA, managing director of Africa for PostivoBGH, chief executive officer of Date.ce, and interim chief operating officer of Universal Music Group Africa.

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