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Ministry of Land Commits to Technological Advancements in Land Sector

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As part of efforts to make the land sector more modern and efficient, the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development is committing to adopt advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Alice Wahome who is a Cabinet Secretary in this ministry spoke about how important it will be to use AI and ML with the aim of improving studies on land use as well as classification of its cover at a Pre-AGM conference held by the Institution of Surveyors Kenya (ISK) in Mombasa.

The two-day conference, themed “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Compliant Surveying,” gathered professionals from the land and built sectors, including those in public and private practice as well as academia. CS Wahome emphasized the Ministry’s use of technological advancements to achieve the goal of providing every citizen with a secure land holding right and maintaining a balanced development framework.

To address challenges like rising population, food security, and urban development, CS Wahome highlighted the importance of using AI and ML for intelligent management and control of land resources. She underlined that AI-driven software and tools would allow surveyors to collect, handle, and analyze large amounts of data quickly, facilitating informed decision-making in land management and development project planning.

CS Wahome also encouraged surveyors to explore using specialized drones and unmanned aerial vehicles for real-time mapping, which would improve property management and decision-making. She mentioned that combining AI with platforms like ArdhiSasa would revolutionize land administration and management, making it more efficient, transparent, and accessible to all citizens.

To address issues like the discrepancies in sectional plan approval fees across counties, CS Wahome emphasized the need for regulatory reforms. She called on stakeholders to develop standardized procedures that provide guidance for sectional property surveys.

Furthermore, the Ministry is actively working to address the shortage of valuers by finalizing the recruitment of 100 valuers for various registries nationwide. They also plan to hire additional surveyors to strengthen their workforce. Additionally, the Ministry supports legal changes that would effectively regulate land administration, management, and property development.

Maximizing Mpesa Agent Commissions: A Complete Guide

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Are you thinking about becoming an Mpesa agent or trying to get maximum earning from it as an existing one? Mpesa agent commissions form an important part of your money flow, and knowing how they function can affect your total profit. I will explain all things related to Mpesa agent commissions, such as commission structures, disbursement procedures and techniques for increasing monthly earnings in this guide.

Understanding Mpesa Commission Structures

The commissions for Mpesa agents come from two major types of transactions: deposits and withdrawals. The rate of commission changes based on how much is being transacted and if the customer is currently registered or not. Let’s go through each commission table, one by one, for deposit and withdrawal transactions:

Commission Earned on Deposits

TRANSACTIONCOMMSION
50 – 1004
101 – 5108
511 – 1,0109
1,011 – 1,51010
1,511 – 2,51011
2,511 – 3,51012
3,511 – 5,01014
5,011 – 7,51020
7,511 – 10,01028
10,011 – 15,01040
15,011 – 20,02055
20,021 – 25,02071
25,021- 30,02087
30,021 – 35,020103
35,021- 40,020119
40,021 – 45,020135
45,021- 50,020150
50,021 – 70,000190
70,001- 150,000190
Commission earned on deposits

Commission Earned on Withdrawals

TRANSACTIONCOMMISSION 
10 – 49N/A
50 – 1005
101- 5008
501 – 1,00010
1,001 -1,50012
1,501 – 2,50015
2,501 – 3,50020
3,501 – 5,00025
5,001 – 7,50030
7,501- 10,00035
10,001 – 15,00045
15,001 – 20,00060
20,001 – 25,00065
25,001 – 30,00070
30,001 – 35,00070
35,001 – 40,000100
40,001 – 45,000150
45,001 – 50,000180
50,001- 150,000200
Commission earned on withdrawals

Disbursement Process

When commissions are computed, they give the funds to the Mpesa agent’s head office. Normally, the head office takes out a fraction (from 20% up to 30%) as their part before sending over remaining sum into agent’s MMF account.

Tips for Maximizing Mpesa Commissions

  • Select Strategic Location: Pick a place that receives frequent high volumes of people, like towns or CBDs. This will boost the number of transactions and in turn, your earned commissions.
  • Mpesa Services: Motivate your customers to use Mpesa for both depositing and withdrawing money, which will increase your overall earnings.
  • Give Great Service: Provide quick and effective service, which will bring in customers and keep them coming back for more transactions. This can result in higher commissions.
  • Use Technology: Keep abreast of new Mpesa innovations and tools to make operations more efficient and improve the experience for customers.
  • Diversify Offerings: Think about including more services like airtime sales, bill payments, and Mshwari loans to broaden ways of generating income.
  • Track Performance: Keep an eye on how much commission you earn and study the trends of transactions to find places for upgrading and optimization.

If you put into action these strategies and keep yourself updated on commission structures and industry changes, it will help you earn more profits as an Mpesa agent and grow your business well.

To sum up, Mpesa agent commissions have an important impact on the overall profit of agent outlets. Comprehending commission setups, enhancing functional productivity, and delivering great service are the significant steps you need to take to increase earnings. If you follow the correct steps and put in effort, you can bring out all possibilities for making money from your Mpesa agent business and achieve financial success.

Kenya Embarks on Third Generation Digital ID Roll-Out: Ensuring Security and Accessibility for All

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In an effort to improve effectiveness and make government services more efficient, is about to experience a significant digital change with the introduction of third generation digital Identity Card. This big step forward in managing digital identity for Kenyans will bring with it many advantages such as making it easier for people to access important services while protecting their personal information.

Julius Bitok, the Cabinet Secretary for Immigration and Citizen Services, has promised that during the transition period, the government will keep their data secure. He spoke at the Network of Africa Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) Conference while highlighting how the government is following all regulatory frameworks as well as legal requirements to make certain citizen’s data remains safe and private.

Bitok has shown how they have been working hard to evaluate and decrease data protection dangers linked with the launch of digital ID’s. They have joined forces with the Office of Data Commissioners, doing more than 10 data impact protection assessments which ensures that rules are followed, and citizen’s data is kept safe.

Bitok confirmed that the change from the old generation ID to third generation digital ID will not exclude or discriminate anyone. He gave assurance to Kenyans that no one would face marginalization because of their capability in getting a new digital identification card, emphasizing on how government is dedicated towards fairness and availability.

The digital ID ecosystem is already being built, as shown by the more than 13 million people who have registered on e-Citizen. Bitok noted that it’s a great step forward with an estimated average daily enrollment of 30,000 a move that is expected to bring Kenya nearer to full coverage in digital IDs for all its citizens.

The impact on finances is also an important part of the digital change, as e-Citizen system now gathers more than Sh700 million every day. Bitok revealed the government’s big goals to enhance daily collections up to Sh2 billion, showing the increasing acceptance of digital services by Kenyans.

The heart of this change is the ‘Maisha ecosystem,’ consisting of four parts that are linked together to offer easy access to government services. The Maisha number which was supposed to be given when a person is born, will work as an identification for life in different areas such as education, health care and social security.

The Maisha card, which is a smart card containing the Maisha number, shows the start of making identification digital. Also, the virtual Maisha Digital suggests an alternative that uses mobile phones to access services for those who do not have physical cards.

The Maisha integrated database, a crucial part of the digital ID ecosystem, helps in making different government agencies and services work together smoothly. Bitok stressed on the significance of connectivity: attempts are being made to guarantee internet access countrywide, especially in rural locations.

Regarding data security, Bitok repeated that the government is dedicated to safeguarding personal information on every digital platform. The systems are strong, with strict protection for data and continuous audits as well as citizen privacy will remain to be an important focus.

Bitok said the government, together with the Ministry of ICT, is leading projects that aim to improve digital identity, interoperability, and payment integration. Bitok highlighted how important digital identity is for Kenya’s digital transition. He sees this as a significant step forward towards making government services more effective and easier to use.

Kassait, the Data Protection Commissioner, confirmed that the government is proactive about protecting data. She mentioned continuous efforts in giving advice and training to ensure safety of citizen information.

The NADPA Conference was a space for cooperative involvement, where more than 20 African nations gathered to share thoughts and methods for improving data protection in Africa.

Safaricom’s Pochi La Biashara Sees Surge in Adoption Amid Reversal Fears

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The fear of MPESA reversals in small businesses, mainly matatu and boda boda operators, has greatly made an impact on the rise in using Safaricom’s Pochi La Biashara service. This new solution has seen a big increase with registered tills reaching 632,681 by end of March this year. It is more than double from last year’s same period when there were 292,634 tills registered at that time.

Pochi La Biashara is a key tool for small business owners because it helps them to keep their business cash separate from personal funds. The main advantage of this service comes from its inherent feature that prevents customers from reversing transactions, which was a growing concern as more Kenyans started making payments to merchants’ mobile lines. This important feature deals with an old problem where entrepreneurs were at risk of getting fake requests for reversals.

Pochi La Biashara is getting more popular, and the number of users is almost the same as active Lipa na M-Pesa merchants. During the review period, Lipa na M-Pesa merchants grew by 4.3 percent to 633,009. Both these solutions are fundamental parts of Safaricom’s M-Pesa platform that helps in making transactions easier as well as in increasing revenue for Kenya’s largest mobile service provider.

Pochi La Biashara was born in 2020, it came at a time when the world was dealing with Covid-19 pandemic. It’s the same period that witnessed Kenyans favor mobile money cashless transactions instead of cash handling mainly to stop spreading the virus. For many small businesses who lack Lipa na M-Pesa lines, Pochi La Biashara becomes an important alternative by providing them with a special wallet for receiving payments safely. The choice from Central Bank of Kenya to not charge fees on transactions under certain limits made using mobile payment systems more attractive. This includes paying for essential services such as matatu fares.

Before Pochi La Biashara, small businesses had to confront different issues such as asking customers to pay for withdrawal charges or depending on M-Pesa agents in order to withdraw cash. Additionally, the inclusion of Fuliza – a mobile overdraft facility – also incurred extra deductions on funds received. With Pochi La Biashara these barriers were removed; it gives more power over money matters to business owners and makes clearness better by offering account statements that can be easily accessed.

KRA and KNCCI Join Forces for Enhanced MSMEs Tax Awareness and Business Sustainability

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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will start working together with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), in creating awareness for making Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to enhance tax compliance in the sector.

The collaboration shows an important move that is aimed at creating a culture of tax compliance as well as encouraging sustainable business practices within the MSME sector.

In the arrangement, KRA and KNCCI have made an agreement to jointly carry out tax education programs which will include setting up tax clinics across the country where MSMEs can get services related to taxes at their own places.

The agreement is intended to give MSMEs the needed knowledge as well as assistance that will enable them properly to fulfill their tax obligations.

During an engagement with KNCCI, KRA Commissioner General Mr. Humphrey Wattanga highlighted the significance of collaboration in handling tax complexities as well as maintaining a long-term tax base expansion, especially in the MSME sector.

Mr. Wattanga, on behalf of KRA, said KRA was ready to cooperate with KNCCI in starting programs that will assist in spreading information about taxes and solving problems experienced by traders.

“We have a committed focus on tackling matters of tax complexity,” said Mr. Wattanga, This shows the commitment of KRA to help MSMEs handle problems related to tax and create a good atmosphere for business activities.

To improve tax compliance, the Chamber will cooperate with KRA by fighting against illicit trade and working to make a friendly business environment. The Chamber is making continuous efforts in sensitizing its members about smuggling dangers. This contributes towards ensuring business environment’s overall integrity is upheld.

Dr. Erick Rutto, who is the President of KNCCI, said they will try to get help from KRA in making their members understand about eTIMS. This will show that using technology for better tax procedures and following rules is a critical part of the mission for KNCCI.

The partnership with KRA shows KNCCI’s dedication to assist in the growth and longevity of MSMEs in Kenya. This collaboration is centered on equipping them with crucial information, tools, and backing required for their success within an ever-changing business environment.

Kenyan Flood Relief: BURN Manufacturing Donates Institutional Cookstoves to Feed Over 2,000 Daily

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BURN Manufacturing (BURN), the leading clean cookstove producer, distributor, and carbon offset project developer globally, has generously offered six ECOA institutional clean cookstoves along with dry foods to feed over 2,000 people per day who have been impacted by ongoing floods in Kenya.

The 200-liter institutional cookstove is designed handle cooking for large quantities of food, up to 200 kgs at once. It will be utilized to prepare meals for families affected by the floods in the Mathare and Mukuru Kwa Reuben areas of Nairobi.

Currently, the affected individuals are housed in four camps located in two areas of Nairobi. Six kitchens operate around the clock to ensure timely meal preparation. However, these kitchens have been struggling to cope with the increased demand, resulting in longer delays in food distribution.

The enhanced cooking stove comes with several advantages such as cutting down firewood consumption by 90% as well as enabling the choice between firewood or briquettes. This makes it a budget friendly and adaptable choice, for organizations. These stoves are rated with an efficiency of 65%. Can boil 200 liters of water in only 52 minutes. The intense rainfall has led to floods resulting in a minimum of 257 fatalities and forcing over 293,661 individuals to evacuate.

Peter Scott, CEO of BURN, stated, “After the floods, many people in Kenya are facing food shortages. We need to deliver cooked meals to these families urgently. BURN will continue to manufacture and distribute these institutional stoves and dried food; more partners are joining us, expanding our operational reach even further. Cookstoves and food, my team is assisting families.”

Wanjira Wanjiru, Coordinator of Mathare Social Justice Centre, expressed gratitude, saying, “We appreciate BURN for their solidarity and support to our community. These stoves will enable us to provide three meals a day – morning, afternoon, and evening – in our six community kitchens here at Mathare. The demand is significant: we require food, warm clothing, diapers, and sanitary pads for women. We hope to have more partners come on board to provide support.”

Since its inception in 2013, BURN has distributed over 4.5 million stoves to homes across Africa, all manufactured at its plant in Kenya. This initiative has positively impacted the lives of over 4.2 million people, helping families save more than $520 million on fuel expenses and conserving 6.9 million tons of wood to date.

BURN operates two factories in Kenya that are capable of producing over 400,000 stoves every month, providing employment to more than 2,500 individuals in both factory and field positions.

Why and How You Should Turn on VoLTE for Better Calls on Safaricom and Airtel Networks

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Mobile phones have evolved to a point where it’s no longer just a matter of making calls, but also the quality and value we get from them. Today, it’s very important to make and receive calls that meet a certain threshold of quality. One such feature that everyone ought to have on their devices is the ability to make calls over VoLTE.  VoLTE stands for Voice over LTE. It’s a technology that lets you make voice calls using a 4G LTE network, and yes, it is the same network you use for mobile data. Under normal circumstances, when you make a call, your phone switches to an older network such as 2G or 3G. But with VoLTE, your phone stays on the faster 4G network for both calls and data.

Safaricom and Airtel are undisputably the top providers for mobile networks in here Kenya, and coincidentally, they’re the only ones know to offer voice calls over VoLTE. When you use Voice over LTE (VoLTE) technology from these two companies, your communication experience becomes better with unmatched clarity and overall quality. Today, we are going to look at why activating VoLTE on Safaricom or Airtel can change everything for you as well as provide an guide on how you can easily enable VoLTE on both Android and iPhones and enjoy clear voice calls from the two mobile service providers.

Enhanced Call Quality

Tech used in the VoLTE functionality can provide a dramatic improvement in the quality of calls, offering High Definition (HD) voice conversations that are noticeably clearer and more distinct. Using 4G LTE networks, VoLTE takes away background noise and distortions from the sounds when making calls. It ensures that every conversation you have over the technology is enjoyable for the people involved in it. And of course, we must point out that a high-quality conversation improves effectiveness when communicating with family members or making business calls.

Seamless Call Setup:

Goodbye to slow connection times in setting up calls, thanks to VoLTE-enabled networks. With the usual calls, you may experience delays in connecting due to sluggish connection times. This can be very frustrating as you wait for the call to establish itself. But VoLTE simplifies this process: it makes setting up the call faster and provides instant connectivity without any delay at all. No more worries about the ‘dialing’ and ‘connecting’ stages because VoLTE achieves this process very fast.

Faster Data Speeds:

VoLTE doesn’t just change the way we make voice calls; it also gives a big boost to your data usage. When you use 4G LTE networks for transmitting both voice and data, VoLTE guarantees superfast speed of data even when you’re having a voice call. Anything you might be doing online, whether it’s surfing the internet, watching videos or participating in video chats – VoLTE keeps things smooth by allowing continuous flow of your data without any impact on call quality or connection.

Extended Battery Life:

Most people by default think that by turning on VoLTE, it will use more battery power. However, the truth is quite different: using VoLTE can boost the life of your battery. This happens because VoLTE makes use of improved transmission protocols when compared to old-fashioned circuit-switched calls which reduces stress on your phone’s battery. Using  this feature can ensure that your phone’s battery lasts longer and you get better overall standby times due to less power needed by your device.

Enhanced Network Coverage:

VoLTE is not only for enhancing the quality of calls—it also helps in expanding network coverage to places that were earlier not well served. As voice calls are given more importance on LTE networks, VoLTE gives a wider coverage footprint especially in distant or countryside locations where regular network signals might have trouble in reaching your device. No matter where you are, stay connected with networks supporting VoLTE and experience unmatched coverage reliability.

How to Enable Safaricom or Airtel Kenya’s VoLTE feature on an Android device

  • Open the ‘Settings’ app on your Android device.
  • Navigate to the ‘Network & Internet’ or ‘Connections’ section.
  • Select ‘Mobile Networks’ or ‘SIM Cards & Mobile Networks.’
  • Locate the ‘VoLTE’ or ‘Enhanced 4G LTE Mode’ option.
  • Toggle the switch to enable VoLTE functionality on your device.

Sometimes, you might need to restart your phone for the changes to take effect. This is based on what kind of device and carrier you are using.

How to Enable Safaricom or Airtel Kenya’s VoLTE feature on iOS/iPhone device

  • Open the “Settings” app.
  • Tap on “Mobile Data.”
  • Select “Mobile Data Options.”
  • Tap on “Voice & Data.”
  • Choose “LTE” or “LTE VoLTE On” to enable VoLTE (Toggle on) the option.
  • Tested on iOS 17.

And now lastly, embrace the mobile communication future by enabling VoLTE on Safaricom and Airtel networks in Kenya. Enjoy unbeatable call quality, super-fast data speeds, and improved network coverage that changes how you connect with the world around. Start using VoLTE now for a smooth, immersive communication experiences like no other time.

#DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge Launched by Google and African Union Youth Envoy!

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Office of the African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy and Google have teamed up to launch an initiative that brings together content creators with the aim of honoring Africa’s diversity. The #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge is an invitation for YouTube creators from all corners of Africa to express their creativity and perspectives throughout the month of May.

The initiative is driven by Chido Mpemba, who holds the role of African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy with the aim of empowering African young people so they can display their stories, culture and heritage across the world through technological means. By collaborating with Google, the initiative promotes creative expression as well as initiating important conversations about issues like content responsibility, digital keeping and how AI affects Africa’s creative businesses. This lines up well with a vision for Africa that benefits from digital advancement while using its cultural wealth for economic progress and social growth.

In the YouTube Shorts Challenge, creators have to show African life in short videos. These videos can be about severall different things like music, art, food and fashion as well as local places of interest. Furthermore, to enhance Africa’s lively music culture, YouTube is organizing YouTube Music Nights in Nigeria and South Africa where viewers will enjoy the energetic beats of Afrobeats and Amapiano. Moreover, two selected playlists named “Africa’s Next Wave” and “Africa Superstars” will focus on up-and-coming artists along with established voices that have pushed the continent into worldwide music scene.

In addition to the Shorts Challenge, people who dream of becoming filmmakers or content creators will also have the opportunity to upscale their abilities and knowledge with special workshops hosted by Nollywood in Nigeria and broader #DiscoverMyAfrica workshops which will provide creators with valuable information and tools to enhance their craft at every stage.

Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music for sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube, highlighted the dedication to cultivating and assisting the varied voices and skills that make up Africa’s creative field. These actions not only offer a stage for African filmmakers, musicians, and content creators to tell their stories but also function as triggers in interacting with viewers around the globe.

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