Uncategorized

Eastmatt Supermarket Launches 11th Branch in Baba Dogo

By Eddah Waithaka Eastmatt Supermarkets proudly opened its 11th branch today in Baba Dogo, a significant accomplishment in the company’s ongoing mission to support underserved communities throughout Kenya. This new store exemplifies Eastmatt’s dedication to delivering affordable, high-quality products and convenient shopping experiences in markets where price sensitivity is a key concern. During the event, […]

Business News

Alcohol Producers Call on Parliament to Reject Costly, Unsustainable Regulations

By Eddah Waithaka The alcoholic beverage industry is calling on Parliament to repeal proposed regulations that could significantly raise production costs by as much as 70 percent. In a statement released on Friday 13th, the Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya (Abak) warned that the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producers Responsibility) Regulations 2024 could undermine progress […]

News

Key Stakeholders Unite in Nairobi for 7th EAC Forum

By Eddah Waithaka In a significant gathering aimed at bolstering regional ties, hundreds of East African citizens from civil society, public, and private sectors have convened in Nairobi for the 7th Annual East African Community (EAC) Secretary General’s Forum. This three-day event serves as a vital platform for stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue, sharing […]

Uncategorized

Kenyan MPs Hit the Track with Madaraka Express to EAC Inter-Parliamentary Games

By Eddah Waithaka On Friday, members of the Kenyan Parliament embarked on a journey aboard the Madaraka Express from the Nairobi SGR Terminus, heading to Mombasa for the East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games. The delegation, headed by National Assembly Speaker Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula, set off at 10:00 am, signifying the commencement of an […]

Uncategorized

Mwaura Unveils this Year’s Jamhuri Day will Celebrate Jobs, Entrepreneurship, and Entertainment

By Eddah Waithaka In a press briefing today, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura unveiled key details about this year’s Jamhuri Day celebrations, which will take place at Uhuru Gardens under the dynamic theme of ‘Jobs, Labour Migration, Entrepreneurship and Entertainment.’ As part of the festivities, the government is proudly hosting the Jamhuri National Job Fair, which […]

By Eddah Waithaka Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) is taking its inspiring World Unseen exhibition from Morocco to Kenya, marking a significant step in the company’s mission to promote inclusivity in photography. In partnership with the Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) and the Kenya National Library Service, this year’s exhibition launched on December […]

Uncategorized

Civil Society Urges President Ruto to Deliver on the Devolution of Functions to County Governments

By Eddah Waithaka The Kenya Devolution Civil Society Organisations Working Group is demanding that President William Ruto honor his pledges to devolve essential functions to county governments. “Kenya’s public health sector is in turmoil, with primary healthcare services deteriorating due to unfulfilled promises and administrative bottlenecks,” read the press statement. With Ruto having twice backtracked on […]

Uncategorized

Kalonzo Calls for Urgent Action Needed on IEBC Reforms as Elections Loom

By Eddah Waithaka Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has voiced alarm over the government’s ongoing delays in reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), underscoring the urgent need for electoral reforms as the nation approaches critical general elections. With only three years remaining before voters head to the polls, he highlighted that the current state […]

Uncategorized

AERC Explores Africa’s FinTech Revolution at 61st Plenary in Nairobi

By Eddah Waithaka The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) kicked off its 61st Biannual Plenary Session today, December 1, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya, under the compelling theme “The FinTech Revolution in Africa.” This pivotal event, held in partnership with the Central Bank of Kenya and the Kenya Bankers Association, gathered a diverse array of leading […]