Kenya

Nairobi startup transforms discarded banana pseudostems into tree-free packaging, creating new income for farmers while tackling plastic pollution.

PG Bison Kenya Managing Director succeeds Jane Karuku as manufacturers prioritize competitiveness, value addition and industrial growth.

The four-month accelerator, running through October 2026 in Lausanne, will provide M-taka with access to mentors, corporate partners, and investors aligned with its mission of building digital infrastructure for inclusive circular economies.

Media, events and digital solutions company unveil new identity to reflect broader regional footprint and integrated business services.

Managing Director Dr. Sonvir Singh stated that once the plant is operational, the company’s revenues and profitability trajectory will strengthen significantly, despite current financial pressures.

The new design allows flowers to leave the farm on skids, travel to the airport on skids, and be loaded onto aircraft with minimal handling.

In its submissions on the Finance Bill 2026, the lobby argues that without targeted tax reforms, Kenya risks eroding gains in industrialisation, export growth, and job creation.

The proposed excise duty would materially increase packaging costs for manufacturers and consumers in Kenya, making Kioo’s products less competitive compared to locally manufactured glass bottles in Nairobi.

The programme aims to extend the lifecycle of technology assets while ensuring environmentally responsible disposal of electronic waste.