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d.light to Sell Solar Power, Clean Cooking Solutions in Kenya Under KOSAP

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Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

The Kenyan government has selected d.light for the latest round of the Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP) to expand the uptake of off-grid solar home systems and clean cookstoves in underserved rural counties in the country.

The scheme was set up by the Kenyan government in 2018 and funded by the World Bank with about $150 million to close the energy access gap in the East African nation by providing electricity and clean cooking solutions to remote and traditionally underserved areas of the country not covered by the national energy grid.

KOSAP,  which is part of the Kenya Vision 2030, the long-term development blueprint for the country first launched in 2008 by former President Mwai Kibaki, intends to tap from the expertise of the global provider of transformational household products and affordable finance for low-income households.

Through this initiative, d.light will provide solar power and clean cooking solutions to over 150,000 people who currently lack access to electricity and clean cooking. To address affordability, d.light’s solar products will be sold on an instalment plan via d.light’s PayGo service.

The program covers 14 counties in total – 13 counties in the north, east and south-east of the country, including West Pokot, Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Tana River, Lamu, Kilifi, Kwale, Taita Taveta: plus the southwestern county of Narok.

“Kenya has achieved sustained economic growth and social development in the last decade or so, and its economy is the largest and most developed in eastern and central Africa.

“However, many of its citizens still live without access to electricity, especially in rural areas outside the major towns and cities.

“These areas are also vulnerable to the effects of climate change, including droughts and desertification,” the Managing Director of d.light in Kenya, Karanja Njoroge, said.

“Kenya was one of the first African countries in which d.light launched operations back in 2008, and our headquarters for Africa is in Nairobi. With our combination of tried-and-tested, market-leading products, established distribution channels, and our secure PayGo payment system,” Njoroge added.

Modupe Gbadeyanka is a fast-rising journalist with Business Post Nigeria. Her passion for journalism is amazing. She is willing to learn more with a view to becoming one of the best pen-pushers in Nigeria. Her role models are the duo of CNN's Richard Quest and Christiane Amanpour.

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Jumia Adds PalmPay as Payment Method for Nigerian Shoppers

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

Nigerian shoppers now have more payment options on the popular e-commerce platform, Jumia, with the integration of PalmPay after a strategic partnership sealed by both organisations.

It was gathered that this collaboration underscores both parties’ commitment to developing the digital payment ecosystem in Nigeria and growing the use of the cashless economy.

PalmPay is a leading Africa-focused fintech operating Nigeria’s most used mobile wallet and its addition to the Jumia payment gateway will allow shoppers to pay for their purchases with the option to check out with their PalmPay wallet, ensuring a seamless user experience and transaction reliability through the direct integration.

This alliance marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration between two industry giants, aiming to drive innovation, increase convenience for consumers, and foster the adoption of digital payments across Africa.

To celebrate the launch of the partnership, PalmPay and Jumia are launching a special Christmas campaign, running from December 11 to 30.

During this period, customers who make purchases on Jumia using the PalmPay payment method will stand a chance to win exciting cash rewards.

“We are proud to partner with Jumia as we bring together the best of fintech and e-commerce to redefine the online shopping experience.

“This strategic alliance aligns perfectly with our shared commitment to delivering a superior user experience and exceptional value to our customers,” the Chief Marketing Officer of PalmPay, Ms Sofia Zab, said.

“At Jumia, we are dedicated to creating value for our customers by ensuring a convenient, reliable, and secure shopping experience.

“This partnership with PalmPay strengthens our commitment to enhancing the digital payments within our platform.

“By integrating PalmPay, we are providing more options for customers to access affordable and quality goods with the convenience of cashless transactions,” the chief executive of Jumia Nigeria, Mr Sunil Natraj, stated.

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Olam Agri Excites Consumers With Mama’s Pride Macaroni

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By Dipo Olowookere

High-quality pasta made from high-quality wheat, Mama’s Pride Macaroni, has been introduced into the Nigerian market by Crown Flour Mill Limited.

The product was launched at an event in Lagos on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, almost a year after the wheat milling and pasta business of Olam Agri in Nigeria unveiled Mama’s Pride Spaghetti.

The brand ambassador for Mama’s Pride Macaroni is Bimbo Ademoye, an actress, who is expected to use her influence in the Nigerian showbiz industry to drive sales.

Crown Flour Mill disclosed that it manufactured this new brand because of its continued commitment to delivering affordable, tasty, and nutritious food options.

It offers a non-sticky experience for lovers of pasta. It can be enjoyed plain with sauce, jollof, fried, or paired with vegetables.

“I am proud to identify with the business and Mama’s Pride Pasta. We share a common trait, a focus on enriching people’s experience and spreading joy across homes. I can assure consumers that this is the best pasta product in the market in terms of taste and preparation,” the brand ambassador stated.

“We put in so much effort into developing the Mama’s Pride Macaroni brand to build on the success of the spaghetti variance introduced about a year ago.

“This brand continues to garner rave reviews from trade partners and consumers. The Mama’s Pride Macaroni certainly will redefine its segment,” the Managing Director for Wheat Milling Business at Olam Agri in Nigeria, Nitin Mehta, stated.

Also, the B2C Business Head for Grains and Animal Feed at Olam Agri in Nigeria, Siddarth Suri, said, “We are delighted to be releasing the Mama’s Pride Macaroni to the market after careful product research, development and production processes.

“The effort put into the manufacturing of this rich product underlines our commitment to providing superior, top-quality and affordable products to feed the teeming local population.”

Further, the General Manager and Head of Marketing for Olam Agri in Nigeria, Bola Adeniji, stated, “Consumer responses after various product testing engagements show that the Mama’s Pride Macaroni is unrivalled in its segment. This gave us the confidence to go ahead and launch the product on the market.

“Considering pasta meals have become popular among households, our brand is positioned to provide culinary delight across dining. It is versatile and combines perfectly with a variety of sauces and toppings.”

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Uber Launches Store Pickups in Lagos for Easy Deliveries

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

An innovative product designed to help consumers conveniently have their parcels or purchased items picked up or delivered seamlessly has been introduced by Uber.

This product Uber package product known as Courier, allows consumers to book a delivery person to collect their prepaid items from stores, whether purchased in-store or online.

To use the service, consumers simply need to prepare the item for pickup, select “Courier” on the Uber app, choose the delivery type (send or receive), input the pickup and delivery addresses, and review the terms and conditions. Upon confirmation of the request, the consumer can monitor the delivery progress in real time via the app.

With store pickups, one can upload a picture of his or her receipt and provide specific instructions for the driver regarding where and how to pick up the items. Additionally, the driver can interact with the store on the customer’s behalf.

Safety remains a core principle that Uber embeds into all products and services. With Store Pickups, users can take advantage of Live Tracking, which allows them to follow the pickup and delivery of their items, and PIN Verification, which provides a unique PIN that the delivery person can use to verify that the correct item has been collected or delivered.

Commenting on this innovation, the Country Manager for Uber in Nigeria, Tope Akinwumi, said, “We aim to stay close to the evolving needs of our consumer base and the introduction of Store Pickups with Courier demonstrates this understanding.

“With Courier, one can send or receive items and also have purchased items picked up in-store, providing convenience for consumers and allowing them to spend more time with loved ones this festive season.”

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