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Humanitarian agency banks on annual learning event to drive innovation, growth

Under the theme 'Enabling rural economies; Creating lasting impact for digital ecosystem in Africa', the two-day event will be held in Nairobi between October 15 and 16.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Humanitarian agency banks on annual learning event to drive innovation, growth

KMA board sends home director general Martin Munga

KMA board sends home director general Martin Munga

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Ongoing labour unrests are early signs of an economy that's about to collapse

Ongoing labour unrests are early signs of an economy that's about to collapse

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

CS Duale says pastoralists key to success of Kenya's climate action

CS Duale says pastoralists key to success of Kenya's climate action

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

How container cash deposits are creating a problem for Kenyan traders

East Africa's logistics industry faces regulatory hurdles and trade barriers including the requirement for container cash deposits at Mombasa and Dar es Salaam ports.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

How container cash deposits are creating a problem for Kenyan traders

Civil society urges IG Kanja to punish rogue police officers

Civil society organisations have challenged the new Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to end police impunity.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Civil society urges IG Kanja to punish rogue police officers

Labour Ministry to set up unit to tackle workplace sexual harassment

Mutua said the unit will provide a platform for victims of sexual harassment who feel their concerns have not been adequately addressed.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Labour Ministry to set up unit to tackle workplace sexual harassment

Kenya grappling with 60pc livestock feed shortage

Kenya is grappling with a 60 per cent livestock feed shortage crisis that threatens the country's livestock industry, this is according to the latest feed inventory assessment.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Kenya grappling with 60pc livestock feed shortage

Macadamia firm secures Sh387 million funding to expand capacity

The funding will be utilised to expand production capacity and undertake several sustainability initiatives.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Macadamia firm secures Sh387 million funding to expand capacity

ILRI proposes cost-effective approach for livestock feed inventory

The proposal seeks to harmonise livestock feed inventory and feed balance assessment strategy within African countries- which are often hard hit by pandemics.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

ILRI proposes cost-effective approach for livestock feed inventory

New call for Coast unity ahead of 2027 elections

Plans are in place to unite the leaders behind Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and Mining and Blue Economy CS Hassan Joho, who have reconciled following the Ruto-Raila pact.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

New call for Coast unity ahead of 2027 elections

Adani JKIA takeover deal raises questions on economic governance

The losses suffered by airlines, travellers and the national shame brought unto the Kenyan people are unacceptable. The damage done to Adani's adventures is incurable.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

Adani JKIA takeover deal raises questions on economic governance

Forest illegalities undermining restoration efforts, CS Duale says

Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale now says forest illegalities like logging remain the greatest challenge to forest restoration efforts.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Forest illegalities undermining restoration efforts, CS Duale says

In High School, students are often too young to make a career decision

The absence of proper guidance often leads to negative stereotypes, such as the notion that certain academic subjects or career paths are gender-specific or insignificant.

By Dr Patrick Osewe 2 months ago

In High School, students are often too young to make a career decision

Tough times drive shippers into 'uneasy' pacts

The global shipping industry is experiencing major disruptions that are driving competitors to partner in order to survive.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Tough times drive shippers into 'uneasy' pacts

Invest more in education for economic growth, report

Pioneering HP Futures initiative convened more than 100 global education and policy-making experts to tackle global learning gap.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Invest more in education for economic growth, report

PICTURES: Aviation workers strike leaves passengers stranded at JKIA

The strike, which began on Tuesday night, has crippled operations at the busy international airport as the workers protest against a controversial takeover deal.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

PICTURES: Aviation workers strike leaves passengers stranded at JKIA

Environment CS Duale urges weatherman to provide accurate forecasts

Duale on Wednesday said weather information is critical to Kenya's overall wellbeing in the wake of the worsening global climate change crisis.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Environment CS Duale urges weatherman to provide accurate forecasts

Onyonka says State plans to silence JKIA deal whistleblower

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has claimed there are attempts by the government to silence the whistleblower of the controversial planned takeover of JKIA by Adani Holdings.

By Edwin Nyarangi and Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Onyonka says State plans to silence JKIA deal whistleblower

Why state's Sh300 billion tax dream may never happen

The controversy around the oppressive government revenue-raising measures continue in the corridors of justice as the battle over the Finance Act 2023 proceeds at the apex court.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Why state's Sh300 billion tax dream may never happen

Hasu's unique funeral procession mesmerizes Mombasa

Mombasa came to a standstill on Sunday as thousands of residents and leaders paid their last respects to a leading businessman and philanthropist in the Coast region.

By Patrick Beja and Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Hasu's unique funeral procession mesmerizes Mombasa

Kwale governor vows to repossess idle land in Diani

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani says absentee landlords have left huge chunks of prime land undeveloped for years

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Kwale governor vows to repossess idle land in Diani

Kisumu port records increase in cargo

Kisumu port is expected to surpass 200,000 metric tonnes in total cargo throughput this year.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Kisumu port records increase in cargo

State in bid to unlock potential of Dongo Kundu SEZ

Government renews efforts to attract investors to Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone in Mombasa

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

State in bid to unlock potential of Dongo Kundu SEZ

Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships

Smile Train Education and Training Manager- Africa Patrick Mwai said out of 16 scholars currently being supported by Smile Train in the program, only 3 are women.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships

Raila's ascendancy to AU benefits only him

Even if Raila succeeds in securing the AU seat, there would be little to no benefit at the individual or national level.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Raila's ascendancy to AU benefits only him

Kalonzo: 23 Azimio parties endorsed me as their leader

Kalonzo Musyoka reiterated that he will take over the mantle from Raila. He said he fully backs Raila's bid for the AUC chairperson.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Kalonzo: 23 Azimio parties endorsed me as their leader

Planned demolition of Hobley estate leaves residents in panic

Over 500 families have until October 1 to vacate the old houses, according to a notice from the government.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Planned demolition of Hobley estate leaves residents in panic

Kwale locals up in arms over delayed pay for Sh20b dam project

Residents chasing compensation after they were relocated to make way for the massive project after CS says National Treasury released Sh500 million to compensate the first batch.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Kwale locals up in arms over delayed pay for Sh20b dam project

Delayed completion of roads hurt transit business at Port of Lamu

The facility has handled one ship for Ethiopia. No ships for South Sudan have docked. Launched in May 2021, the project started on a high note but the momentum faded away.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Delayed completion of roads hurt transit business at Port of Lamu

How climate change turned Lake Victoria into adversary that left community in peril

Data shows that over 100 schools nationwide were damaged by recent floods. The March to May rains affected more than 101,132 households across the country.

By Dr Patrick Osewe 2 months ago

How climate change turned Lake Victoria into adversary that left community in peril

Somalia introduces modern digital identification to enhance banking services

The partnership will advance Somalia's economy while aligning business practices with global standards and reducing financial risks such as fraud and money laundering.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Somalia introduces modern digital identification to enhance banking services

Fundamental questions raised by Mwangaza's impeachment

As things stand, the people of Meru are likely going to suffer loss of the full term that Kawira Mwangaza will remain the elected Governor of the County.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Fundamental questions raised by Mwangaza's impeachment

Standard Group's Jacob Ng'etich to head Mudavadi's communication team

Ng'etich, a long friend to Mudavadi will replace Salim Swaleh who was arrested and prosecuted for aiding fraudsters to defraud foreigners.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Standard Group's Jacob Ng'etich to head Mudavadi's communication team

Mpox: Kenyans cautioned against consuming bush meat

Tourism and Wildlife CS Rebecca Miano says although reported cases remain isolated, the prevailing situation foreshadows potential eruption if cautionary counsel goes unheeded.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Mpox: Kenyans cautioned against consuming bush meat

Tourism committee roots for enhanced collaboration to boost numbers

Led by Chairperson Kareke Mbiuki, the committee said Kenya continues to lose potential tourists to competing African destinations with similar attractions across the country.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Tourism committee roots for enhanced collaboration to boost numbers

Parliamentary Committee wants Utalii College granted authority to certify hospitality practitioners

Led by Chairperson Maara Member of Parliament Kareke Mbiuki, the committee voiced concerns over the lack of regulation in the sector's training standards.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Parliamentary Committee wants Utalii College granted authority to certify hospitality practitioners

Huawei announces sponsorship for 2024 World Skills national competition

Huawei said it will support student training in five tracks including IT Networking, Cybersecurity, IT software, Information Network cabling, and Mobile Applications Development.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Huawei announces sponsorship for 2024 World Skills national competition

Climate change turns Lake Victoria into a furious adversary, leaves community in peril

Ministry of Education's data shows over 100 schools nationwide were damaged by floods in 2023, affecting more than 50,000 students.

By Patrick Osewe 2 months ago

Climate change turns Lake Victoria into a furious adversary, leaves community in peril

Irony of killing manufacturing sector only to export farm labour to the UK

It is disheartening to note that Vision 2030's goal for the manufacturing sector to contribute 25 per cent to GDP was abandoned as far back as 2013.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Irony of killing manufacturing sector only to export farm labour to the UK

The Digital Divide: Who is Being Left Behind in Kenya?

Kenya, like many developing nations, faces a complex digital divide that spans across generations, geographic locations, genders, and economic classes.

By Dr Patrick Osewe 2 months ago

The Digital Divide: Who is Being Left Behind in Kenya?

Parliamentarians push for fair pay and recognition for athletes

The MPs challenged the Youth and Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to expand Kenya's participation in more disciplines at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Parliamentarians push for fair pay and recognition for athletes

Motorists urged to observe traffic rules on Dongo Kundu bypass

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) chairman Benjamin Tayari has urged motorists to observe traffic rules to avert accidents on the Dongo Kundu bypass in Mombasa.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Motorists urged to observe traffic rules on Dongo Kundu bypass

Sylvia Jebet: Gen Z engineer pushing for mechanised farms

Sylvia Jebet believes mechanised farms will play a key role in easing the burden of farming across the country.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Sylvia Jebet: Gen Z engineer pushing for mechanised farms

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