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A 30km/h speed limit - have we been able to follow it so far? An investigation into the proportion of speeding violations has been conducted in various regions

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NSE closes August higher as investor confidence lifts all major indices

Kenya’s equity market closed August on a positive note on Monday, August 31, 2026, with all major Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) indices posting gains as investor activity supported share prices…

  • NSE All Share Index rose 1.19% to 251.33 points in August
  • NSE 10 Share Index increased 0.99% to 2,719.98 points
  • Car & General surged 9.92% to Ksh257.50, leading gains

Esports helping disabled people enter Japan's workforce

SAITAMA (Kyodo) -- Competitive video gaming is opening new opportunities for people with disabilities in Japan, with a growing number of organizations

  • Esports creates job opportunities for disabled people in Japan.
  • Adapted gaming controllers enable disabled players to compete.
  • ePARA company employs 7, 4 with disabilities, placed 10 in IT/web jobs.

Uber Japan to add Nissan's new Elgrand van to premium service

TOKYO -- Tokyo-based Uber Japan said it will introduce Nissan Motor Co.'s new Elgrand van to Uber Black, its chauffeur-type ride-hailing service using

  • Uber Japan adds Nissan Elgrand van to premium Uber Black service.
  • Demand for spacious luxury minivans surges 700% since 2023.
  • Nissan redesigns Elgrand with quiet interior and comfortable ride.

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