Africa,

East Africa Unites for Ocean Action at World Oceans Day Summit

By Admin Regional leaders from government, academia, civil society, and the private sector gathered at Serena Beach Resort & Spa to mark World Oceans Day with a powerful call to protect marine ecosystems and advance sustainable blue economies. Under the theme “Our Ocean, Our Future: Optimizing Blue Marine Economies and Protecting Through Collective Action,” the […]

Africa, Religion

International Religious Freedom Summit Africa Kicks Off in Nairobi, Uniting Leaders for Peace and Liberty

By Eddah Waithaka The first-ever International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit Africa launched today in Nairobi, bringing together government leaders, faith representatives, and human rights advocates to champion religious liberty as a cornerstone of peace and development. Co-chaired by former U.S. Ambassador Sam Brownback, Dr. Katrina Lantos-Swett, and H.E. Mrs. Bola Obasanjo, the summit unites voices […]

Business

Zeno Launches Electric Motorcycle in East Africa, Introduces Revolutionary Charging System

By Eddah Waithaka Zeno, a global electric mobility company founded by former Tesla, Apple, Ola Electric, SafeBoda, and Bolt executives, has officially entered the East African market with its new Zeno Emara electric motorcycle and a three-mode charging infrastructure system. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, Nairobi, and Bangalore, has set up two assembly hubs […]

Health

Nairobi Hospital Launches AI-Powered CT Scanner to Combat NCDs

By Eddah Waithaka Siemens SOMATOM Drive 256-slice CT scanner delivers faster, precise imaging for cardiovascular, oncology, and diagnostic procedures. The Nairobi Hospital has introduced a cutting-edge, AI-powered CT scanner to revolutionize diagnostic care and strengthen Kenya’s fight against non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The hospital now offers a 10% discount on all CT scans from June 15 […]

News

RCMRD Marks 50 Years of Advancing Geospatial Innovation in Africa

By Eddah Waithaka The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) celebrates five decades of pioneering geospatial science, remote sensing, and sustainable development across Africa. Since its founding in 1975, the intergovernmental organization has expanded to serve 20+ member states in Eastern and Southern Africa, driving innovation in land management, climate action, and […]

Business

PROTO Energy and GoBEBA Partner to Revolutionize Clean LPG Access in Kenya

By Eddah Waithaka PROTO Energy Limited, a leading energy solutions provider, and GoBEBA Everything LTD, an innovative e-commerce platform specializing in bulk utility fulfillment, today announced a strategic partnership to expand clean LPG access across Kenya. The companies unveiled the collaboration during a launch event at PROTO’s Energy Headquarters in Nairobi, bringing together executives, stakeholders, […]

Business

Bolt Launches Premium Ride Category, Targets Nairobi’s Growing Middle Class

By Eddah Waithaka Bolt, Kenya’s top ride-hailing platform, has today introduced Bolt Comfort, a new premium ride category designed for Nairobi’s expanding middle class and professionals seeking high-quality transport. The company projects that Bolt Comfort could make up 10% of total rides by 2025, driven by demand from passengers willing to pay slightly more for […]

Kenya

Experts Push for Inclusive Support for Children with Disabilities on World Play Day

By Eddah Waithaka Hundreds of children with disabilities and their caregivers gathered at Dagoretti Special School today to mark the second edition of International Day of Play, an event emphasizing the critical role of play in child development, particularly for children with special needs. Organized by Action Foundation in partnership with the Nairobi County Government […]

African General Counsel Stretch Beyond Legal Roles Amid Rising Demands and Limited Resources

By Editor General Counsel (GCs) across Africa now balance core legal duties with strategic oversight of risk, compliance, ESG, and governance, according to a groundbreaking new report. A 2025 African GC Perspective, the first continent-wide survey of in-house legal leaders, reveals mounting pressures on legal teams as they navigate regulatory complexity with constrained budgets and […]