Unleashing Your Inner Genius
Have you ever dreamt of mastering a new language, composing a symphony, or finally diving into coding? The good news is, the technology revolution has opened a treasure trove...
How a break even analysis helps your business finances
If you are launching a new product for your business, it could take you as short as 3 months or as long as 3 years to break even. The...
How to Double Entry: Reviewing your financial records
Hello. We have been doing a series on 'How to Double Entry'. If you're just catching up, it's a series of templates to guide you on how to maintain...
What is the best way for your business to standout?
There is a school of thought that people don't actually want to buy things or spend their money. You, the entrepreneur, trick them into doing that with your marketing...
How good accounting helps your business make more money
When you think of accounting, you probably remember boring work that leaves you listless. This administrative duty also leaves you unavailable for the weekend break you've deserved for a...
Chamas can work
Chamas are a good concept. When people pool money in a chama they are usually trying to answer questions of saving and investing. For many, though, this concept is...
Why your small business strategy is not working
Any business of any size needs to establish the long term path the enterprise is set to tread, in the eyes of the owner (s). Setting a small business...
7 practices you should follow when making financial forecasts
One of the administrative tasks you are supposed to be involved in, as an entrepreneur, is preparing financial forecasts. But many are discouraged because actual business performance ends up...
7 ways women entrepreneurs in Kenya can attract investors too
An interesting question is usually asked about how, Facebook Founder, Mark Zuckerberg was able to attract investors. The question can be framed for our local context.
Do you come up...
#HerDiary: Are there affordable manufacturing spaces for entrepreneurs in Kenya?
Been lazy the last week, but I have been answering most of your questions on twitter. Keep engaging, I learn from you every day. I had mentioned that we...
How to strike the right balance in managing your inventory
Many small businesses in Kenya handle inventory. Though, this is not always done in the best form. Since inventory is closely tied to the day-to-day operations of your business,...
5 ways to maintain liquidity in your business
There is always the talk on being income rich but asset poor. It's a different ball game in your personal finance, which we may or may not talk about,...
Lessons: how entrepreneurs are supported around the world
Entrepreneurs are proactive individuals that you can describe as being more driven to improve situations​ around them. Nevertheless, they too need support so that they can accomplish even bigger...
Taming the PMS Rollercoaster
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) – those two little letters can strike fear in the hearts of many women. Bloating, cramps, mood swings, fatigue – the symptoms can wreak havoc on...
#HerDiary: What I had to go through just to get a...
Hello, I'm Florence Kamaitha and this is my business diary. I will be sharing with you my experience of being a woman entrepreneur in Kenya.
Last week I shared the...
Mental Health and mindfulness apps
The modern woman juggles a multitude of roles – career, family, relationships, social obligations – and in this whirlwind, prioritizing mental well-being can easily fall by the wayside. However,...
Budgeting and Saving Apps
Financial planning and budgeting can feel overwhelming, especially for women juggling work, family, and personal aspirations. But the good news is, technology is here to help! A growing number...
Financial Wellness and Investing for the Future
Financial literacy and long-term planning are crucial for everyone, but women often face unique challenges in the financial landscape. Historically, the financial sector has been geared towards men, leaving...
Steps to inherit Mpesa money as next of kin
You are not supposed to share your PIN. So, what happens to money in the Mpesa account if a person passes on?
Safaricom has set up measures to enable the...
Are you an innovator? Here is how to file for a...
We have been sharing articles on different ways of protecting your business. One way of doing that is by getting a utility model in Kenya, for your products.
What is...
NCBA Golf Series Tees Off
The 2024 NCBA Golf Series, officially launched at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club, promises an exciting journey for golf enthusiasts across East Africa. This year's edition, the fourth since...
Mastering the Art of Connection
Networking. The word itself can conjure up images of awkward small talk, crowded events, and forced business card exchanges. But in reality, effective networking is a powerful tool that...
Equitel Powers Up Kenya’s Connectivity Landscape with 5G Launch
Equitel, the innovative mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) by Finserve, has taken a significant step in bridging Kenya's digital divide by launching 5G services in key locations across the...
She Wins Africa
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced 100 women-led startups chosen to participate in the "She Wins Africa" program. This initiative aims...
Mamamoni , A Fintech Social Enterprise secures €250,000 grant
Mamamoni, a Nigerian fintech social enterprise, has received a significant boost in its mission to empower low-income women through financial inclusion. This €250,000 grant from the Challenge For Youth...
Smirnoff Unleash Your Edge Fiesta
Kenya vibrated to the rhythm of music and fashion this past weekend as the Smirnoff Unleash Your Edge Fiesta took center stage at the Rift Valley Sports Club. Thousands...
KCB and Mastercard Partner to Boost East African Payments
KCB Bank Kenya and Mastercard join forces for a 5-year strategic partnership, offering enhanced payment solutions across East Africa.
What it means for you:
More options:Â Cardholders in Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda,...
7 ways you can monitor working capital in your business
One of the ways to manage the financial affairs of your business is to monitor working capital. This will enable you to cover for liquidity issues way before they...
Beyond Bars
The traditional "girls' night out" often involves crowded bars, awkward conversations, and questionable dance moves. But what if there was a way to have a thrilling evening with your...
Girls’ Night In: Creative Ideas for a Fun Night at Home
Forget fighting for reservations and crowded bars! Sometimes, the best girls' nights happen within the cozy confines of your own home. Ditch the stress of going out and embrace...
Wellness Tech for the Busy Woman
The modern woman juggles a million responsibilities: career, family, social life, and, of course, our own well-being. It can be hard to find the time and energy to prioritize...
The Ultimate Girl’s Guide to Tech Support
Let's be real, ladies – tech problems can be super frustrating. Whether it's a frozen laptop, a mysterious error message, or Wi-Fi that's playing hide and seek, tech hiccups...
How you can make your revenue projection more accurate
Revenue is probably the most important milestone of any business process because it's a simple indicator of success.
Consistent revenue readings secure your working capital position and also allows you...
5 signs you work it right
You always hear people say that they put in the "works" yet they are not getting what they want out. It can be business growth. It's usually about that...
Why your business needs you to think globally
When getting your news on entrepreneurship, in Kenya, you may feel like all the cool stuff is reserved for tech entrepreneurs. I mean really cool things like incubation hubs...
These steps are how you should make all your business decisions
What do you make of "against-all-odds" success stories? Sometimes, it does seem like luck is such a big factor towards personal success. A smart entrepreneur, though, wouldn't be too...
Here is the right way to make online sales
You should not take online sales as just another way to increase your revenue. It gives you possibilities that were once unthinkable for small businesses. Once upon a time...
3 cheap ways to avoid business stock problems
It would be unfortunate if you don't place enough importance on your business stock. You know well that stock is a current asset. Not only that, if you run...
NCBA sponsors inaugural Wangari Maathai Marathon to the tune of KSH....
The Marathon, themed ‘The Power of One’ will be in honour of the late Nobel Prize Laureate and Founder of the Green Belt Movement Prof. Wangari Maathai.
NCBA has...
The power of Female Friendships
Have you ever had a friend in the same city and never get time to see each other? In a world filled with constant demands and distractions, female friendships...