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James Wanzala

KeNHA to close Southern Bypass for repairs

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) will close the Southern Bypass for 10 days from December 24, 2024 for repairs.

KeNHA to close Southern Bypass for repairs

Value of construction projects hit Sh310b despite dip in approvals

Value of construction projects hit Sh310b despite dip in approvals

EU, UN unveil Sh544m drive to end FGM

EU, UN unveil Sh544m drive to end FGM

EAC ministers approve Sh103.5m for Lake Basin Commission headquarters

EAC ministers approve Sh103.5m for Lake Basin Commission headquarters

EACC engages youth in war against graft

EACC has established school outreach programmes targeting learning institutions, to help develop a culture of integrity.

EACC engages youth in war against graft

Unique photo exhibition and training targets visually impaired

Canon, in partnership with Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) and Kenya National Library Services (KNLS),launches a week-long photo exhibition and photography training project dubbed World Unseen.

Unique photo exhibition and training targets visually impaired

Boost to fighting forest fires as KFS receives equipment

The latest boost on the project involves development of a fire detection, availing of surveillance and digital radio communication system, supplying of various preventive and firefighting equipment.

Boost to fighting forest fires as KFS receives equipment

Uber contributed estimated Sh14.1 billion to Kenya's economy in 2023, report

The Uber app provides drivers and delivery partners with a critical opportunity to earn more money and improve their financial situation on flexible and independent terms.

Uber contributed estimated Sh14.1 billion to Kenya's economy in 2023, report

Editors, UN partner to counter spread of misleading information

The move comes after the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in June this year launched the UN Global Principles on Information Integrity with five principles.

Editors, UN partner to counter spread of misleading information

Committee approves transfer of Amboseli National Park to Kajiado County

The bid to takeover Amboseli National Park by the County Government of Kajiado from the national government is inching closer after Advisory Committee, said the transfer from KWS is feasible

Committee approves transfer of Amboseli National Park to Kajiado County

Firm to establish 10 solar-powered electric motorcyle charging hubs

Roam, a Kenyan technology-driven electric mobility company is set to establish 10 additional solar-powered charging hubs in Nairobi.

Firm to establish 10 solar-powered electric motorcyle charging hubs

Kenya Power unveils sustainability strategy to tackle climate change, boost resilience

State utility firm Kenya Power will entrench sustainability in all its business operations going forward.

Kenya Power unveils sustainability strategy to tackle climate change, boost resilience

Tensions escalate in Woodley as houses are set for demolition

The eviction is intended to clear the way for the Nairobi County Government's urban renewal housing project in partnership with a private developer.

Tensions escalate in Woodley as houses are set for demolition

African education leaders vow to eradicate illiteracy

A summit attended by over 540 global education leaders and featuring 25 technical sessions culminated in a five-point declaration that will transform the landscape of African education.

African education leaders vow to eradicate illiteracy

Big win for suffering indigenous people at biodiversity summit

The conference agreed to push for the engagement of indigenous communities in climate change decisions.

Big win for suffering indigenous people at biodiversity summit

Fossil fuels and 'emissions by billionaires' drive climate crisis

As world leaders gather for the COP29 summit, the irony of the event is evident in the nation’s role — or lack thereof — in the fight against climate change, due to its heavy reliance on fossil fuels.

Fossil fuels and 'emissions by billionaires' drive climate crisis

Plastics path: From innovation to crisis and need for solutions

Items made from plastic have now become a huge challenge not only to human beings but the entire biodiversity.

Plastics path: From innovation to crisis and need for solutions

Parents brace for long school holiday and the challenges ahead

Many parents are concerned about risks posed to minors and teenagers, among them exposure to drugs and alcohol, negative social media influence and unplanned pregnancies.

Parents brace for long school holiday and the challenges ahead

Electric motorcycle's epic journey pushes boundaries of battery life

A new pilot demonstration conducted by Roam shows relying on on-the-move solar charging can take you wherever you want, given that there is constant sunshine.

By 2 months ago

Electric motorcycle's epic journey pushes boundaries of battery life

All-women's varsity set to unveil new courses starting in January

The university’s chancellor, Prof Kihumbu Thairu, said the upcoming programmes are awaiting approval by the Commission for University Education.

By 2 months ago

All-women's varsity set to unveil new courses starting in January

Need for early detection and better care to beat breast cancer

Breast cancer affects more women in high-income countries like the US and the UK. But people in low- and middle-income countries, are most vulnerable.

By 2 months ago

Need for early detection and better care to beat breast cancer

Study: African cities must value climate action to get investments

Africa’s cities must think beyond the traditional competitiveness indicators and prioritise climate action, sustainable energy and the green economy for future success

By 2 months ago

Study: African cities must value climate action to get investments

Road safety advocates call for good roads, law enforcement

Lobbyists push for Safe Systems Approach, which has been used elsewhere as studies show there is poor enforcement of traffic rules in the country.

By 2 months ago

Road safety advocates call for good roads, law enforcement

Africa urged to join solidarity levies task force for climate action

Climate Change Envoy for Kenya, Ali Mohamed, is calling on African nations to support the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF), following Denmark’s recent decision to join.

By 2 months ago

Africa urged to join solidarity levies task force for climate action

Women disability lobby wants lawmakers to pass Bills

A community based organisation of women and girls living with disabilities in Kenya has called on lawmakers to pass pending Bills.

By 2 months ago

Women disability lobby wants lawmakers to pass Bills

Counties blamed for failure to adopt waste management plants

The Sustainable Waste Management Act 2022, requires devolved units to establish waste recovery and recycling facilities and sanitary landfills for the disposal of non-recoverable waste.

By 2 months ago

Counties blamed for failure to adopt waste management plants

State steps up efforts to revive leather sector with export plan

Livestock Development PS Jonathan Mueke says the government is working on securing new international markets for locally produced hides and skins.

By 2 months ago

State steps up efforts to revive leather sector with export plan

Sigh of relief as city flood survivors receive assistance

The six months’ project period to target 7,800 households and 21,678 individuals, providing Sh4,500 cash transfer assistance per affected person for four months.

By 2 months ago

Sigh of relief as city flood survivors receive assistance

Kiosks face closure as county enforces hygiene rules

Food vendors running kiosks in Nairobi risk closure if they fail to comply with public health requirements

By 2 months ago

Kiosks face closure as county enforces hygiene rules

State accused of denying media and public information

The media and public have been unable to access information due to failure by the government to honour constitutional provisions

By 2 months ago

State accused of denying media and public information

Anglican church opposes impeachment plan, ask Ruto and Gachagua to dialogue

The church said instead, that President William Ruto should do what it takes and create room for dialogue with his deputy to end the current ensuing squabbles in government.

By 2 months ago

Anglican church opposes impeachment plan, ask Ruto and Gachagua to dialogue

Over 200 Embakasi residents left homeless after demolitions

Residents of Mradi in Embakasi East constituency, Nairobi, have been rendered homeless following demolitions.

By 3 months ago

Over 200 Embakasi residents left homeless after demolitions

EV Firm Spiro unveils new plant in Nairobi

Electric Vehicle (EV) firm Spiro has launched a cutting-edge manufacturing centre on Old Mombasa Road in Nairobi.

By 3 months ago

EV Firm Spiro unveils new plant in Nairobi

Poor air aiding preterm births, respiratory diseases in Nairobi

According to the WHO, air pollution is responsible for 8 million deaths annually, with 4.2 million attributed to outdoor pollution and 3.8 million caused by indoor pollution.

By 3 months ago

Poor air aiding preterm births, respiratory diseases in Nairobi

Lack of chastity, defined roles for men and women pose threat to families

Traditional and religious values, which serve as pillars of family cohesion and strength, now contend with external cultural influences that sometimes-run counter to human nature

By 3 months ago

Lack of chastity, defined roles for men and women pose threat to families

Changing gender roles and lack of chastity seen as threats to families

Traditional religious and cultural values, long regarded as pillars of family cohesion and strength, now confront external influences that often clash with these ideals.

By 3 months ago

Changing gender roles and lack of chastity seen as threats to families

Media told to find alternative ways of raising revenue

Impact of social media has led to dwindling revenue streams and the emergence of citizen-journalism compounding competition with the traditional media.

By 3 months ago

Media told to find alternative ways of raising revenue

Somaliland mobile money service gets GSMA certification

Somaliland’s telecommunications company Telesom has received recognition for its mobile money service ZAAD from the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA).

By 3 months ago

Somaliland mobile money service gets GSMA certification

Media urged to go digital to tap shifting consumer trends

African print media needs to go digital in the face of changing consumer needs and digital disruptions

By 3 months ago

Media urged to go digital to tap shifting consumer trends

PS calls for concerted efforts to curb air pollution in Nairobi

An air quality monitoring station at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Nairobi will relay real-time data on air pollution in the city and inform policies and actions.

By 3 months ago

PS calls for concerted efforts to curb air pollution in Nairobi

Hold me accountable, question my decisions, Ruto says

Ruto said he has no problem being held accountable and reiterated his commitment to lead an open government.

By 3 months ago

Hold me accountable, question my decisions, Ruto says

Kenyan elected president of Commonwealth architects lobby

Former National Construction Authority chairman Stephen Oundo has been elected President of the Commonwealth Architects Association

By 3 months ago

Kenyan elected president of Commonwealth architects lobby

Keep off unlicensed Saccos, cautions Cooperatives CS

Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has warned Kenyans against investing in unlicensed or unregulated Saccos

By 3 months ago

Keep off unlicensed Saccos, cautions Cooperatives CS

Lands CS Wahome vows to fight quacks in construction industry

Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has directed the Board of Registration for Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) to rein in on quacks in the construction industry.

By 3 months ago

Lands CS Wahome vows to fight quacks in construction industry

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