Kenya Youth

Kenya Launches Game-Changing Private Sector-Led Apprenticeship Model to Slash Youth Unemployment

  • March 6, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Kenya today unveiled a new training curriculum that hands the reins to the private sector, placing employers at the centre of skills development in a radical push to bridge the gap between education and employment. Officials launched the Dual Apprenticeship Curriculum for Plumbing and Electrical trades at the inaugural Youth Skills Development […]

Kenya Politics

Opposition rejects Sh5 trillion infrastructure fund, accuses CS Mbadi of misleading Parliament

  • March 5, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka The United Alternative Government coalition has vehemently opposed the proposed National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, warning that the plan undermines public finance accountability and weakens parliamentary oversight. Speaking during a media briefing on Thursday, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka declared that Kenya’s infrastructure challenges stem from governance failures rather than a lack […]

Business

Mars Wrigley Kenya Expands Sugar-Free Gum Operations, Boosting Exports Across Africa and Middle East

  • March 5, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Mars Wrigley Kenya today announced the continued scale-up of its sugar-free gum operations at its Athi River facility, driving a significant increase in exports across Africa and the Middle East following the formal launch of a dedicated production line in November 2025. The Athi River facility stands as Mars Wrigley’s only sugar-free […]

Technology

Truecaller Partners with 365 Digital to Expand Advertising Footprint in South Africa and Kenya

  • March 3, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Truecaller, the leading global communications platform, has announced a strategic reseller partnership with 365 Digital, one of Africa’s foremost digital marketing and commerce media specialists, to strengthen its advertising and monetization ecosystem across South Africa and Kenya. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Truecaller’s Africa expansion strategy, reinforcing its direct sales […]

Technology

Airtel Kenya Opens Three New Customer Care Shops in Expansion Drive, Targets Doubling Service Footprint

  • March 3, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Airtel Kenya has expanded its physical presence across the capital with the opening of three new customer care shops, bringing services closer to households and businesses in rapidly growing residential and commercial hubs. The new outlets have opened at Spur Mall and Nord Mall in Ruiru, and at Galana Energies along the […]

Technology

Huawei Exceeds Digital Inclusion Goal, Connects 170 Million People in Remote Communities

  • March 3, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka Huawei has connected 170 million people living in remote and underserved communities across more than 80 countries, surpassing its 2022 pledge to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition. Yang Chaobin, CEO of Huawei ICT Business Group, announced the milestone during the company’s TECH Cares Forum in Barcelona today. The […]

Health

‘Seconds Save Lives’: Nairobi Hospital Equips Over 50 Police Officers with Life-Saving Skills

  • March 2, 2026
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By Eddah Waithaka In a major boost to Kenya’s emergency response capabilities, The Nairobi Hospital has successfully trained and certified more than 50 police officers and oversight officials in crucial Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques. The day-long training, conducted in partnership with the Cicely McDonnell College of Health Sciences, brought together officers from the Administration […]