By Eddah Waithaka Kenya is taking bold steps to build a knowledge-driven economy by strengthening doctoral training and research. Stakeholders from government, academia, and industry gathered at the Great Rift Valley Lodge in Naivasha for a high-level policy dialogue on doctoral education, organized by the International Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), the PASET […]
By Eddah Waithaka National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) and 47 County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) in charge of Education and Vocational Training, today cemented a new partnership to accelerate skills development, targeting over 400,000 workers for certification under an ambitious presidential initiative. The forum explored potential areas of partnership in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), […]
By Eddah Waithaka Huawei launched its latest wearables, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series and HUAWEI Band 10 in Kenya on Friday, 20th, empowering users to live smarter, healthier, and more stylishly in today’s digital age. Following their global debut in May, these devices reinforce Huawei’s commitment to Kenya’s booming wellness and tech markets. “Kenya […]
By Eddah Waithaka The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa Academy partnered with Cameras Africa and Sony Middle East and Africa to deliver a two-day Advanced Cinematography Masterclass on 17th and 18th June. Over 50 senior and mid-level cinematographers from across East Africa attended the hands-on training, exploring Sony’s next-generation digital cinematography technologies. Participants tested […]
By Eddah Waithaka A coalition of over 100 diaspora leaders from across the world has arrived in Kenya to advocate for expanded voting rights, better investment opportunities, and improved welfare for Kenyans living abroad. Led by Danson Ukile, the Diaspora Technical Working Group met with government officials, political leaders, and private sector stakeholders to push […]
By Eddah Waithaka Workneh Gebeyehu, the Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), today urged member states to adopt a unified approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity to counter escalating digital threats across the Horn of Africa. Speaking at the Regional Consultative Seminar on Harnessing Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity for Security, Cooperation, […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has strongly condemned the violent crackdown on protesters during nationwide demonstrations on 17th June 2025, sparked by the murder of Albert Ojwang while in police custody. The LSK accused police officers of collaborating with armed vigilantes to attack citizens, loot property, and suppress constitutional rights. Police-Sanctioned […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
