KEG announces annual editors' convention to be held in November

KEG will hold its 9th Annual Editors’ Convention in Mombasa in November, focusing on media resilience, election coverage and newsroom preparedness ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By James Wanzala 8 days ago

Clinical officers vow to sustain strike in 15 counties over CBA

Clinical officers have vowed to continue their strike in 15 counties until the 2021–2026 CBA is signed and implemented, citing delays in allowances, staff regularisation and other agreed benefits.

By James Wanzala 8 days ago

New commerce lobby to strengthen Australia-EAC business ties

The Australian High Commission in Kenya has launched the Australia East Africa Chamber of Commerce to bring together Australian and East African businesses to explore trade opportunities.

By James Wanzala 11 days ago

Schools to get road safety training as road deaths rise

The programme will equip Kenya Scouts leaders in schools with the knowledge, skills and resources required to champion road safety education.

By James Wanzala 10 days ago

NSSF Uganda woos Kenyan diaspora to save and invest back home

NSSF Uganda introduced voluntary savings following amendments to the law in 2022, which were operationalised in November 2024.

By James Wanzala 11 days ago

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Sh1 billion paid to 1,083 victims of human rights violations

The government has paid Sh1.014 billion to 1,083 verified victims of human rights violations linked to demonstrations and public protests.

By James Wanzala 11 days ago

Architects urged to be sustainable while designing and developing houses and buildings

Architects have been urged to consider sustainability while designing and developing buildings and houses for the sake of environment and for the community.

By James Wanzala 11 days ago

Greek's Amaco partners with US firm for planned Kenya data centre

Amaco Energy Group has partnered with US giant firm GE Vernova to support the proposed construction of a $1.5 billion (Sh194.2 billion) smart power system.

By James Wanzala 12 days ago

El Nino: Climatologist tips Africa on how to prepare

Africa must brace for a powerful El Niño that could bring punishing heat and drought to the south, while triggering excessive rainfall and flooding in parts of the east.

By James Wanzala 12 days ago

Sidian Bank, KIE partner to increase access to credit for MSMEs in manufacturing

The strategic partnership aims to expand access to innovative, personalised financial solutions, inclusive credit and business development support for MSMEs across Kenya.

By James Wanzala 12 days ago

Fish firm gets global food certification

FSSC 22000 is a globally recognised food safety certification scheme that sets requirements for managing food safety

By James Wanzala 16 days ago

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Africa pushes for consolidated air market to boost connectivity

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) to boost air connectivity across Africa.

By James Wanzala 17 days ago

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KRA defends new cargo clearance rule

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has defended newly imposed cargo clearance requirements, saying it’s just implementing what is already in the law.

By James Wanzala 19 days ago

Small businesses increasingly dominated by foreigners in Nairobi

Foreign nationals are increasingly participating in Nairobi’s informal economy, including food hawking, retail, beauty services, construction, boda boda operations and entertainment.

By James Wanzala 18 days ago

Report: Africa's aircraft fleet to more than double by 2045 on rising air travel demand

Africa's commercial jet fleet is forecast to grow 3.9 per cent annually and more than double over the next two decades.

By James Wanzala 18 days ago

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Public wage bill hits Sh1.3 trillion

Total public wage bill, combining both county and national governments, stood at Sh1.287 trillion by the end of the 2025/26 financial year, having grown 30 per cent over the last five years.

By James Wanzala 19 days ago

New funding model connects over 1,000 households to electricity

Under the programme, county governments contribute up to five million shillings per sub-county, with REREC matching the contribution on a shilling-for-shilling basis.

By James Wanzala 19 days ago

Confessions: How alcohol nearly took away my job, life and delayed marriage and how I overcame it

An account of alcohol dependence, relapse and recovery through the experience of Jackson Sindani , who developed alcohol-induced peripheral neuropathy after years of drinking.

By James Wanzala 20 days ago

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Increase elections voting days to prevent fatigue, says observer group

There is a need to change the election law to allow general election days to be increased from the normal one on August 9 of every year to two or three days.al

By James Wanzala 22 days ago

Kenya welcomes Agoa extension to December 2028

Kenya has welcomed US President Donald Trump's decision to sign into law the extension of AGOA through December 31, 2028.

By James Wanzala 23 days ago

Police say Nairobi Expressway incident involving MP Karauri not robbery

Kasarani MP Ronald Karauri identified as victim in a viral video showing alleged robbery on Nairobi Expressway; DCI says investigation indicates no robbery occurred.

By James Wanzala 23 days ago

Insurance premiums cross Sh466b mark as penetration grows to 2.6pc

Kenya’s insurance industry recorded strong growth in 2025, with gross direct premiums rising 16.5 per cent to Sh466.58 billion, up from Sh400.59 billion in 2024

By James Wanzala 25 days ago

Galleria Mall in Sh2.2 billion phase two expansion

In a race to grow business and expand Nairobi’s skyline, Galleria Mall has launched a Sh2.2 billion investment for its phase two expansion.

By James Wanzala 24 days ago

Kenyan team shines at continental motocross tournament

Kenya delivered a strong showing at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations in Namibia, winning an individual gold and silver while finishing fifth overall in the team standings.

By James Wanzala 25 days ago

Greek firm eyes Sh194 billion smart-power system for AI-data centres

European firm Amaco Energy Group plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered smart-power system to energise data centres that will be run using AI, once approved.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Report: Japan, Thailand and China have the hottest property markets to invest in

Most real estate investors are watching the Japanese, Thai, and Chinese markets for lucrative deals right now, according to a new study released by the online trading platform Taurex

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Kenya's paint industry rides construction recovery to double-digit growth

Kenya’s paint market is experiencing strong double-digit growth, driven by the recovery in construction, new housing projects, property renovations and demand for specialised paints.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Kenya shifts from weather warnings to action before crises

For a long time, the Kenya Meteorological Department has been informing Kenyans about what is expected, where and the intensity of the weather forecast.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Why the world's procurement profession body is betting on Kenya

Kenya has been named the regional base of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, the world’s largest professional body for procurement and supply.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

State welcomes US Senate's approval of Agoa extension up to December 2028

The extension will now allow duty-free access for eligible Sub-Saharan African exports to the United States market through December 31, 2028.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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Concerns over the delayed reopening of Central Park as Sakaja, KDF differ

Concern has emerged over the prolonged delay in reopening Nairobi Central Park, almost four years after it was closed for renovation.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Travel research findings offer cash-saving tips

Kenyans planning to travel during this August school holidays and other peak travel periods could save themselves from higher fares and limited flight options by booking their trips earlier.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Road crashes kill 1.34 million, leave 50.9 million injured worldwide

Road injuries were the leading cause of death among people aged 10 to 39 and the second-leading cause of death among children aged five to nine.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

ShafDB approved to issue bonds to raise funds for housing project

Shelter Afrique Development Bank’s (ShafDB) has received a nod to issue bonds as a way of mobilising capital to fund its housing project in Africa.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

How Stablecoins are becoming invisible payment rails in Africa

Firm processing billions in transactions and handling over five million transfers, highlights the scale at which digital asset payments are moving in Africa and the world in general

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Harrison Keter elected as IEK President

Harrison Keter has been elected as the President of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), taking the reins from Shammah Kiteme whose term stated in 2024.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

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NCBA launches AI-enabled property ecosystem to accelerate home ownership and property investment

NCBA has launched PropertyDuka, East Africa's first AI-powered property platform, integrating home search, financing and related services in one ecosystem.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Canada-based diaspora Sacco unveil Sharia-compliant loan products

Pamoja Canada Diaspora Sacco has unveiled Sharia-compliant loans to facilitate products for emergency, education and asset finance.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Asset financier injects Sh44 billion in new investments in Kenya's economy

Financier, Mogo Kenya, has injected more than Sh44 billion into Kenya's economy over the past seven years, supporting more than 500,000 Kenyans in accessing productive assets.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago

Sacco unveils affordable home loans

Kimisitu DT Sacco in partnership with Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) has unveiled an affordable mortgage products to support its members towards homeownership.

By James Wanzala 1 month ago