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 Fresh Life Sanitation Services Ltd and Atoo Kakuma Usafi Company Ltd have signed a long-term Distributorship Agreement that expands sustainable, market-led sanitation solutions across Turkana County. The deal brings clean, water-efficient toilets to Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and surrounding host communities. The partnership agreement between Fresh Life and Atoo Kakuma, […]
By Eddah Waithaka Konza Technopolis, in partnership with Delta Motor Sports, hosted the highly anticipated Easter Weekend ‘Race Wars’ motorsport event, attracting over 1,500 motorsport enthusiasts, innovators, creatives, and industry stakeholders. The two-day spectacle featured 40 high-performance racing cars competing across multiple categories, delivering an adrenaline-charged showcase of speed, skill, and cutting-edge engineering. Race Wars […]
By Editorial team The stories that defined Showmax are not disappearing. They are moving into a new home: DStv Stream, where a dedicated Showmax section brings acclaimed originals and fan favorites together with live TV, sport, and a broader range of entertainment, all inside one app. Eligible Showmax subscribers will receive trial access to DStv […]
By Eddah Waithaka The fourth edition of the What Women Want Summit wrapped up Sunday, March 29, after three days of sharp dialogue, bold networking, and raw inspiration—cementing its reputation as one of East Africa’s premier platforms for women’s leadership and empowerment. Organized by PinkE Media in partnership with Johnnie Walker’s #SheWalks platform, this year’s […]
By Eddah Waithaka Kenya’s Human Resource profession marks a historic milestone this week, as more than 2,000 candidates turn up nationwide to sit for the April 2026 HR certification examinations. The Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board (HRMPEB) administers the exams, which officially began on April 1 and run through April 10, 2026. Aspiring and […]
By Eddah Waithaka Huawei today graduated 200 learners from its DigiTruck digital skills programme during a ceremony at Baraza Park in Masalani, Ijara Constituency. The mobile classroom initiative brings hands-on digital training directly to remote communities, equipping residents with practical tools to participate in Kenya’s growing digital economy. The solar-powered DigiTruck covers essential areas including […]
By Eddah Waithaka Scientists and health experts launched two major policy documents today that lay out a clear roadmap. Vaccines stand as one of Kenya’s most powerful weapons against the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a crisis already claiming thousands of lives across the country. The Global Antibiotic Resistance Partnership (GARP) Technical Working Group, […]
By Eddah Waithaka Konza Technopolis welcomed more than 200 leaders from the technology, creative, academic, government, and non-government sectors to the inaugural Thrive, Elevate & Celebrate (TEC) Women Summit 2026, rallying a powerful call to place women at the heart of Kenya’s digital future. Under its Silicon Savannah Woman program, Konza Technopolis hosted the landmark […]
By Eddah Waithaka For millions across Ghana, the simple act of drinking water carries a hidden danger. Artisanal gold mining, known locally as “galamsey,” has poisoned rivers and groundwater with toxic heavy metals like mercury and arsenic. Now, a Ghanaian scientist is fighting back with an affordable, homegrown solution built from agricultural waste. Dr Jonas […]
By Eddah Waithaka The coastal county of Kilifi today cemented its position as a national trailblazer in skills development, signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Swisscontact to launch the Kilifi Hospitality Sector Dual Apprenticeship Pilot (KH DAP). The groundbreaking initiative positions Kilifi as the first county in Kenya to localize and implement the new […]
