Category: Technology

MEN WHO BUILT AMERICA – SERIES REVIEW

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The series “The Men Who Built America” focuses on the lives and achievements of prominent business figures from American history. Some of the businessmen mentioned in the series include: These are just some of the prominent business figures involved in shaping America’s industrial and economic landscape during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as highlighted in the series “The Men Who Built America.” Here are some of lessons I got from it Overall, the series Men Who Built America presents a captivating narrative of success, highlighting the lessons learned…

How the finance bill 2024 may cripple SMEs and startups

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According to Mercy Kimalat, CEO of  Association of Startup and SMEs enablers of Kenya, the proposed finance bill 2024-2025 may cripple SMEs and startups in the following ways. In Clause 35H and H of the finance bill 2024, the removal of zero-rated status for the e-mobility e-sector goods means that any item that had been zero rated such as importation of electronic bicycles, solar, lithium batteries, electric buses will reduce investors interest in this sector due to tax to be added. The e-mobility goods will remain expensive given that there…

Here is how to update your Kenya Power token meter: KPLC Explain

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Kenya power has announced that all customers using prepaid token meters will be required to update their token meters before 31st August. Those who fail to update their tokens will have their meters failing to accept tokens. The method of updating the meter tokens was unveiled by KPLC MD Joseph Siror on Wednesday. “Customers will receive two codes from Kenya Power when they purchase tokens. They will be required to key the codes to their meter following the steps indicated in the SMS before loading the new token, “In other…

Keyboard short cuts for windows 10

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Keyboard short cuts for windows 10 Using Windows 10? These are the keyboard shortcuts that will make your work easier. 1.   Ctrl Key Shortcuts: Combination of Keys Working Ctrl + A Select All Ctrl + B Bold The Text Ctrl + C Copy Ctrl + D Bookmark The Page in the Browser Ctrl + E Display Address Bar in Internet Explorer Ctrl + F Find any File, Folder, or Text Ctrl + G Go To Function (in Ms-Word or MS Excel) Ctrl + H Open History in Internet Browser Ctrl…

Questions commonly asked before starting Piloting Career

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These are the questions students of Aviation school commonly ask. It is possible to become a pilot even if you don’t have a 20/20 vision. The required standard for each country varies but in most cases, you will be require to wear corrective lenses. The language of aviation internationally is English and it is recommended that you meet a level 4 English standard before becoming a pilot. Flight schools can assist you in taking an aviation language course. You don’t need a collage degree to become a pilot. All you…

How do you become a pilot in Kenya?

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Flying a plane as a pilot is one of the high-end careers that any optimistic young person in the process of pursuing his or her career can easily dream of. For that reason, it is important to have information on how to become one. First thing first, one needs to research what kind of pilot he/she wants to be and the licenses required. Some of the places you can get such information include websites like Aviation fly, YouTube, and forums that share ideas on piloting. One must also know the…

Most Profitable Businesses In Kenya

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Thinking Randomly, Here are some of the big and best business ideas in Kenya: 1. Agriculture and Agribusiness: Greenhouse Farming: Cultivating high-value crops in controlled environments can yield significant profits. Poultry Farming: Chicken, eggs, and other poultry products are in high demand. Aquaculture: Fish farming, particularly tilapia and catfish, is a growing industry in Kenya. Horticulture: Growing and selling fruits, vegetables, and flowers can be profitable, especially for export. 2. Real Estate: Property Development: Constructing residential or commercial properties in growing areas can yield substantial returns. Rental Properties: Owning and…

List of IT courses you can study online without stepping in a physical classroom

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One time when Elon Musk was asked whether paying for a course is necessary, the businessman, best known for his key roles in space company SpaceX and automotive company Tesla, Inc, replied that almost all courses are available online, almost all for free. So one does not need to step in a physical classroom again to study any course. With the cropping up of online courses, it seems over the years the physical classrooms will just vanish into the thin air and everyone will be studying online. With information Technology…

Best IT Courses for Grade C – Plain and Below

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The Kenyan Education system has enabled it possible for all learners who complete their Certificate of Secondary education to join a technical college. For this reason, it is important to know some of the most marketable course that one can do if he or she fails to attain a grade to Join the university. After all people have realized that university degree is overrated with high level and ever-growing number of unemployed graduates. Nevertheless, Information Technology still remains the backbone of the modern economy the world over. Below are some…

How finance bill 2024 may negatively affect local farmers and manufacturers

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As the finance bill 2024 – 2025 is in the process of being debated passed, many Kenyans and leaders have come out to viciously oppose it listing its various effects on ordinary Kenyans, farmers other business community. One such leaders is Gathoni wa Muchomba, the member of parliament for Githunguri Constituency. While speaking to Spice FM, according to her, below are the massive negative impact that the finance bill will have on the Kenyan farmers. The new finance bill will allow farmers from neighboring counties such as Uganda and Tanzania…