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 Editor Heavyweight clashes, emotional reunions and European giants collide as Matchday 1 kicks off across three days of elite football action The UEFA Champions League roars back to life this week with a Matchday 1 lineup that delivers heavyweight clashes, fascinating reunions and some of European football’s biggest names from the very first whistle. […]
By Editor Football fans packed COVO Bar as Arsenal edged Chelsea 2-1 in a night of high-stakes action, giveaways, and unforgettable moments. MultiChoice Kenya transformed COVO Bar in Hurlingham into a football fan’s paradise over the weekend, hosting an electrifying watch party as Arsenal clashed with Chelsea in a highly anticipated Premier League London derby. […]
By Correspondent The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) face a major crisis following dual investigations by The New York Times and The Washington Post, published on Saturday, which expose their alleged involvement in developing and deploying chemical weapons against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) . The investigative reports, based on a trove of leaked intelligence, include […]
By Eddah Waithaka Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid all walk into potential minefields this weekend as La Liga’s fourth matchday delivers a blockbuster slate that will separate title contenders from pretenders. The action kicks off Friday night when Real Betis welcome Real Madrid to Seville, with Jose Mourinho’s side braced for a demanding examination […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Java Foundation has thrown down the gauntlet to Kenya’s corporate sector: invest in the soft skills and leadership of young learners now, or watch future employees falter in the workplace. The Foundation argues that the academic knowledge children gain in classrooms must march in lockstep with the confidence, values, and responsibility […]
By Eddah Waithaka The first thing the house does is stop you. Not with scale though there is plenty of that further in, but with a courtyard set just past the front door, wrapped in glass and planted with bamboo. Instead of moving straight to the main living spaces, you pause in the middle of […]
By Eddah Waithaka National Bank of Kenya (NBK) delivered a stellar performance in the first half of 2026, recording a 61% surge in profit after tax as the lender reaps rewards from its transformation strategy under parent company Access Bank PLC. The bank’s Profit After Tax (PAT) jumped to KShs 1.72 billion for the six […]
By Eddah Waithaka Arsenal’s bid to defend their Premier League crown for the first time in the club’s history faces another stern examination when they travel to Aston Villa on Monday night. The Gunners arrive at Villa Park as reigning champions, but this fixture has not always been a comfortable destination. Arsenal hold a slight […]
By Eddah Waithaka All roads lead to Stoni Athi this weekend as the Shell Autocross Rally Championship 2026 reaches its fifth round on 29 and 30 August. Drivers and teams brace for a gruelling test of speed, precision, endurance and technical preparation, with the winners set to be crowned on Sunday. The event marks the […]
By Eddah Waithaka The 2026/27 Premier League season wastes no time raising the stakes, with Matchday 2 delivering a blockbuster weekend of football and an early opportunity for title contenders to lay down their markers. Nine clubs enter the campaign with new managers, setting the stage for what promises to be an unusually volatile title […]
