By Eddah Waithaka In a major showcase of Kenya’s growing digital landscape, the Ministry of ICT, Google, and key stakeholders have launched “The Digital Opportunity of Kenya,” an independent report by Public First. This comprehensive study highlights the profound impact of digital technology on the nation’s economy, revealing that Google’s products and services generated approximately […]
By Eddah Waithaka A recent series of compliance checks conducted by the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) on five prominent public institutions revealed shocking findings. Among them, the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) had 12 officers, The Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya had 4, and the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) with one were […]
By Eddah Waithaka and Peace Muthoka The British High Commission and a delegation of key officials, including Cabinet Secretary of Investments, Trade and Industry, Salim Mvurya and three Principal Secretaries from the Kenyan Government, met to strengthen the enduring partnership between Kenya and the United Kingdom. The meeting focused on accelerating investment, reviewing joint projects […]
By Eddah Waithaka Africa for Haiti, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Directorate of Cultural Diplomacy and other members of the diplomatic community, as well as partners and sponsors, unveils the Harmony for Haiti Concert, a transformative global initiative designed to inspire hope, raise awareness and mobilize support for Haiti’s recovery and […]
By Eddah Waithaka African nations have called on developed countries to fulfill their commitments to the Loss and Damage Fund meant for supporting communities bearing the brunt of the negative impacts of climate change. In a statement following the Third African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage in Lilongwe, Malawi, African states said pledges and […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a joint effort to boost food security and agricultural sustainability in Africa, the African Union-InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) have announced a groundbreaking partnership. The two organizations have joined forces to launch the Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems (RAFFS) project, which […]
By Eddah Waithaka The frequency and severity of femicide are deeply concerning. seems like not a goes by without hearing another tragic case. According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) over 40 percent of women have experienced physical or sexual intimate partner violence in their lifetime. There is no safe place for women and […]
The Programmes Committee of the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has held a meeting at Jumuia Conference and Country Home in Limuru to reflect on the state of the nation. The Committee was joined by the Chairpersons of the NCCK County Coordinating Committees and the Regional Committees. The meeting took nite of the […]
A wave of early 2027 campaigns is gaining pace in the country with former President Mwai Kibaki’s PNU party vowing to mount aggressive grassroots programmes in the coming days. The Party of National Unity which is currently under the leadership of ex-Meru Governor Peter Munya announced on Wednesday that the road to 2027 has just […]
By Eddah Waithaka Kenyan officials hail the equity injection as a major vote of confidence in the country’s investment climate and economic prospects. Saudi Arabia’s Mabani Aljazeera Holding Group has acquired a significant stake in Jabali Towers, the flagship mixed-use development at Tatu City Special Economic Zone (SEZ), marking the construction giant’s first investment in […]
By Matthew Mwanzilo According to a report published by Africa Intelligence, Saudi Arabia provided financial support to facilitate the defection of two leaders from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to the Sudanese army. This support is part of an effort to reshape the military and political balance in Sudan and reduce the influence of the […]
By Eddah Waithaka All 104 matches available in seven languages as ten African nations make tournament debut For the first time in FIFA World Cup™ history, ten African nations have qualified for the global spectacle and SuperSport is ensuring millions across the continent won’t miss a single moment. Ghana, South Africa, Senegal, Cape Verde, Côte […]
By Eddah Waithaka The partnership introduces flexible financing solutions that shift the focus from lump-sum prices to affordable monthly repayments National Bank of Kenya (NBK) and Centum Real Estate have signed a strategic partnership that promises to transform the path to homeownership for thousands of Kenyans. The collaboration, formalized during a Memorandum of Understanding signing […]
By Eddah Waithaka As Portugal prepare for a mouthwatering World Cup Round of 32 clash against Croatia, former defender Abel Xavier delivers a bold message: the dream is alive, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s final shot at immortality starts now. The FIFA World Cup has a habit of producing unforgettable moments, and this year’s expanded tournament in […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) has taken its nationwide public sensitization campaign to Murang’a County, reaching out to policyholders, claimants, and grassroots stakeholders as part of an ongoing drive to demystify the Fund’s role and encourage compensation claims from collapsed insurance companies. The campaign, dubbed “PCFMtaani,” launched in 2023 and has so […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Africa Internet Summit 2026 (AIS’26) officially opened today in Nairobi, drawing hundreds of government representatives, regulators, industry leaders, technical experts, civil society organizations, and academia to the continent’s premier multistakeholder Internet and ICT event. Kenya hosts the summit for the first time, becoming the fourth country to welcome the annual gathering […]
By Kevin Sewe From cross-app assistance to one-tap phone care, TECNO EllaClaw explores how AI agents can help users get everyday tasks done with more control, convenience and confidence. TECNO, the AI-driven innovative technology brand, has showcased the next stage of evolution for TECNO EllaClaw, its exploratory Beta-stage mobile AI agent designed to bring practical […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a landmark move set to reshape digital entertainment across the continent, CANAL+ and Samsung Electronics have expanded their strategic partnership to pre-install the DStv Stream app on Samsung Smart TVs throughout 18 English- and Portuguese-speaking African markets. Starting June 1, 2026, every new Samsung Smart TV sold in key countries including […]
By Editor African sports fans now have more reason to celebrate as SportyTV joins the DStv and GOtv bouquets in Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, making live sport more accessible than ever before. The 24/7 sports channel delivers approximately 750 live sporting events every year on DStv Access and GOtv Value, offering one of the most […]
