Neha Wadekar

Kenya Seeks Tech Alternatives to Break Taboo over Sex Education in Schools – Thomson Reuters Foundation (image)

Kenya Seeks Tech Alternatives to Break Taboo over Sex Education in Schools – Thomson Reuters Foundation

July 4, 2016Articles

Teenagers across Africa urgently need more information about sex to combat soaring rates of HIV and unwanted pregnancies, experts say, as widespread taboos and cultural conservatism prevent discussions in schools and homes.

However, a growing number of businesses, charities and individuals are seeking to fill the gap in information.

 

Uber Driver Data in Kenya Helps Bridge Credit Gap – Reuters (image)

Uber Driver Data in Kenya Helps Bridge Credit Gap – Reuters

June 30, 2016Articles

Sidian Bank has approved its first car loans to experienced Uber drivers in Kenya, using a model the ride hailing service hopes can be rolled out across countries in Africa where a lack of customer data limits lending.