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QR Code Scanning: Solving Real Problems in Business and Institutions Today

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 In today's fast-paced world, convenience and speed are the cornerstones of excellent service—whether you're running a café, managing a hospital, or operating a retail store. One underrated technology that's quietly transforming the way we do business is the QR Code . From instant payments to Wi-Fi access and faster service delivery , QR code scanning is quickly becoming an essential tool for modern institutions and businesses. But why now? What problems are QR codes solving today?  Problem #1: Slow & Inconvenient Payment Systems Traditional payment methods—cash, cards, or even mobile money—can sometimes be slow or require back-and-forth between customers and staff. Long queues at checkout counters are a nightmare for both business owners and customers. ✅ How QR Codes Help QR code payment systems (like M-Pesa Paybill QR, PayPal QR, or bank-integrated QR codes) allow customers to: Scan a code and pay instantly. Skip physical interaction (safer and faster). Avo...
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Market Insight 2025

📊 June 2025 Market Review: What Every Kenyan Business Should Know 1. 🇰🇪 Economy at a Glance Kenya's GDP is projected to grow between 4.5%–5.3% in 2025, slightly slower than 2023’s 5.7%. Inflation has stabilized around 3.8%–4.8%, within CBK’s comfort zone. Central Bank Rate cut again to 9.75% to ease credit access. 2. 📉 Private Sector Snapshot PMI dropped to 49.6 in May – first contraction in 7 months. Confidence among businesses is low, with only 4% optimistic about future growth. 3. 🧾 Fiscal & Policy Updates The 2025 Finance Bill was passed, raising Ksh 30 billion through improved compliance. Several controversial taxes were dropped. Kenya joins a global carbon credit initiative to attract green investment. 4. 💹 Investment Market Overview NSE20 index has surged ~26.5% YTD, with strong dividend yields (~6%). Foreign investors remain net sellers (~$31.7M), while local interest grows. 5. 🏗️ Sector Trends to Watch ...
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10 Legit Online Jobs for Kenyan Students That Pay via M-Pesa (2025 Edition)

 Are you a student in Kenya looking to make money online without needing a bank account? Good news — it’s 2025 and M-Pesa is accepted by most digital platforms! In this post, I’ll share 10 legit online jobs that you can do right from your phone or laptop — and get paid via M-Pesa. 1. Online Writing (Article, Blog, SEO Content) Many websites and businesses pay students to write content. If you can write in English or Swahili clearly, you’re ready to start. Pay : Ksh 300–1,000 per article   Tools : WriterBay, iWriter, Facebook groups (e.g., Writers Arena KE)   M-Pesa Payouts : Most Kenyan clients or agencies use M-Pesa 2. Graphic Design    Are you good with Canva or Adobe Illustrator? Start designing posters, logos, or social media content.   Pay : Ksh 500–3,000 per gig   Tools : Canva, Figma, Adobe Express   Tip : Market your services on WhatsApp, Instagram & X (Twitter)  3. Video Editing (Shortform for TikTok, You...
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