EAC targets climate-driven losses with new 10-year regional plan

East African Community launches a 10-year climate strategy to curb climate-driven losses and boost regional resilience.

By James Wanzala 6 days ago

SRC: Counties on track to meet wage bill-revenue requirements

The wage-bill-to-revenue ratio in county governments remains above the 35 per cent threshold but shows a gradual improvement.

By James Wanzala 8 days ago

IEBC signs MoU with media to ensure fair election coverage

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the media fraternity to ensure free, fair, and credible elections come 2027.

By James Wanzala 9 days ago

Surveyors call for fast-tracking of industry Bills

Surveyors have called for the fast-tracking of several pending Bills into laws.

By James Wanzala 10 days ago

State roots for value addition to boost industrial output

The government is pushing value addition and local consumption of agro-products to boost industrial growth, according to Lee Kinyanjui.

By James Wanzala 13 days ago

Youth urged to embrace farming for income, innovation

Telesphore Ndabamenye has urged African youth to embrace agriculture as a source of income, innovation and employment during a forum hosted by Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa in Rwanda.

By James Wanzala 14 days ago

Nairobi floods: What can be done to remedy the situation

The recent floods in Nairobi have exposed serious drainage problems within the city centre and its suburbs. 

By James Wanzala 17 days ago

Kenya and Ireland to boost trade, investment

Kenya and Ireland have launched new talks to boost trade and investment despite an existing trade imbalance favouring Ireland.

By James Wanzala 18 days ago

UDA county grassroots elections to be complete by April 9

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said that the United Democratic Alliance party (UDA) county leaders' grassroots elections will be completed by April 9.

By James Wanzala 21 days ago

Experts: Cameras, instant fines not silver bullet in curbing road crashes

Experts warn that cameras and instant fines alone cannot end road crashes, urging full policy implementation and defensive driving training to reduce accidents.

By James Wanzala 22 days ago

Tuju asks DCI to arrest those behind business property raid

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has urged the DCI to arrest those responsible for hiring assailants who raided his business property.

By James Wanzala 22 days ago

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State now banks on special economic zones, EAC to boost trade

The government, through the Special Economic Zones Authority, is calling on neighbouring countries to collaborate in fast-tracking infrastructure development for mutual benefit.

By James Wanzala 23 days ago

Top 10 countries account for 79pc of planned rooms

A record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts are set to be built in Africa this year, representing year-on-year growth of 18.6 per cent.

By James Wanzala 24 days ago

Stima Sacco reports Sh10.8b revenue on increased digital transactions

Stima DT Sacco Society Ltd has recorded Sh10.8 billion in revenues for the year ended December 31, 2025, even as total assets grew to Sh75. 27 billion, up from Sh 66.44 billion in 2024.

By James Wanzala 24 days ago

Was Kazi Majuu a plan to recruit Kenyans to Ukraine? Senator Omutata asks

Okiya Omtatah has questioned whether the Kazi Majuu programme was used to recruit Kenyan nationals into Russia’s war in Ukraine, threatening legal action on behalf of affected families.

By James Wanzala 25 days ago

Omtatah threatens to sue over Kenyans recruited in Russia

The Senator also wondered why the government has not given the matter the priority that it deserves, threatening to sue the State through a class suit on behalf of the victims.

By James Wanzala 26 days ago

Mental health, alcohol and substance abuse tax relief: How it works

Thalia Psychotherapy says the tax relief will catalyse private sector investment into Kenya’s mental health system, with focus on alcohol and drug abuse prevention and workforce development.

By James Wanzala 27 days ago

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Students and workers escape war-torn UAE as evacuation costs soar

Students and workers fleeing the UAE amid the US-Israel–Iran conflict described terrifying experiences and thanked the Kenyan government for repatriation via Kenya Airways.

By James Wanzala 29 days ago

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How ambulance shortage deepens inequality in care in slums

The AURA app connects responders to real-time alerts, accurate GPS locations and clear workflows to support faster, safer emergency response across the country.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

40 relief trucks dispatched to seven drought-stricken counties as Kenyans urged to donate

The Kenya Red Cross Society and partner donors have flagged off 40 trucks of relief food to seven drought-stricken counties, urging more Kenyans to contribute to the humanitarian effort.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

APA Apollo Group boss set for exit as board rings changes

After a distinguished 50-year career in insurance, Ashok Shah is set to exit as boss of APA Apollo Group amid boardroom changes.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Manyanja Mall: Quickmart, Goodlife and Rubis among anchor tenants of Sh400 million mall

The three-storey building that will be located along Manyanja Road will sit on about half an acre next to Berean Fellowship Church. It is aimed at transforming the retail landscape.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Why surveyors oppose nomination of National Land Commission members

Surveyors have raised objections to President William Ruto’s recent appointment of seven individuals to the National Land Commission

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Affordable housing: What Kenya can learn from American model

Tens of thousands of families crowd into makeshift iron structures, often sharing single rooms across generations.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

APA Insurance unveils cyber insurance cover to strengthen business resilience

APA Insurance has introduced a cyber-insurance cover, joining a growing number of firms offering protection against cybercrime.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Murang'a leads counties in jobs, digital services

Murang’a County has topped national rankings in automation, job creation and e-government initiatives, according to a report by the Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Russia embassy speaks on hiring for Ukraine war

The Russian embassy in Nairobi has, for the first time, spoken about illegal recruitment of Kenyan citizens into Russia’s war against Ukraine.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Towers: The new kings of Nairobi's skyline

Nairobi’s skyline is set to change drastically in the coming years after more companies and State parastatals announced the development of skyscrapers

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Calls for youth to be tech-savvy and exploit digital economy opportunities

Kenyan youth have been challenged to embrace Artificial Intelligence, digital skills, and innovation to create jobs and drive national development.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Kenya banks on carbon registry to strengthen integrity, global market participation

The registry provides the national digital infrastructure required to ensure environmental integrity, prevent double-counting, and align carbon market transactions.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Why Kenya wants embassies turned into trade engines

Kenya has launched two digital trade platforms designed to turn African embassies into commercial hubs.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

E-mobility powering earns Kenya Power Sh190.8m in revenue

A total of 8.4 million units (kWh) of electricity were used in powering electric vehicles in 2025, an indication that more Kenyans are increasingly embracing electric mobility (e-mobility).

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

733 top KCSE performers selected to join Equity leadership programme

A total of 733 top KCSE performers have been selected to join the 2026 Equity Leaders Programme and will report to Nairobi for a two‑week induction before internship placement.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Report indicts African Union for failing to prevent, resolve conflicts

In Africa, conflict-driven fatalities, displacement and economic destruction have reached staggering levels and are surging.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Standard Group, India forge strong media links

High Commissioner stresses media’s role in deepening bilateral understanding with upcoming initiatives focusing on technology, innovation and professional media linkages.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Artificial Intelligence to transform safety in Kenya's mining sector

Artificial intelligence can be used to engineer intelligent systems that predict and control hazards before disaster strikes, rather than reacting after lives are lost.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Nature can't wait: Regional leaders urge rapid eco-system restoration

Regional leaders and experts have called on countries to accelerate efforts to restore degraded ecosystems.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

PCEA demands action on health, education woes

The Presbyterian Church of East Africa has called on President William Ruto to urgently address persistent problems undermining Kenya’s health and education sectors.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Fund crosses Sh1b in assets under management

The milestone positions Mansa-X as Kenya’s largest special Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) with diversified offerings in the region.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Survey: Towels, bathrobes and toiletries most stolen by visitors in hotel rooms

Towels rank first among items hotel guests steal when checking out.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago