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 Eddah Waithaka Local communities will now play a key role in shaping development projects implemented by county governments. The State Department of Devolution, under the Second Kenya Devolution Support Program, has established Community-Led Project Management Committees (PMCs) to ensure residents directly influence county initiatives. Principal Secretary Michael Loikenu Lenasalon emphasized the transformative impact of […]
By Eddah Waithaka Young political aspirants under the banner New Generation Aspirants (NGA) declared their intent to reshape Kenya’s leadership during a high-energy forum at Ufungamano House in Nairobi today. The movement, led by John Kamau, its organizing chairperson, seeks to consolidate the youth vote ahead of the 2027 elections, arguing that young Kenyans can […]
By Eddah Waithaka As East Africa pushes to revitalize its blue economy, conservationists and communities are taking bold steps to protect the region’s marine ecosystems. The Indian Ocean coastline, home to vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and thriving fisheries, faces mounting threats—but new initiatives are turning the tide. Kilindini Campaign Takes Action Against Marine […]
By Eddah Waithaka Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Dr. Alfred Mutua handed over the newly established State Department for Children’s Welfare Services to Principal Secretary Caren Achieng’ during a ceremony at the NSSF Building in Nairobi on April 23, 2025. The government clarified that it will not shut down all children’s homes—only those […]
By Eddah Waithaka On Tuesday, 120 representatives from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Mali, and South Africa gather at Pride Inn Luxury Boutique in Westlands, Nairobi, for a two-day Regional Workshop on Positive Masculinity and the Fight Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Under the theme “Empowering Girls and Young Women for Transformative […]
By Eddah Waithaka On Tuesday, MultiChoice unveiled two gripping new shows set to premiere on Maisha Magic Plus, the highly anticipated ‘Season 2 of ‘Shanga’ and the explosive new telenovela Lulu. Shanga Season 2 Returns with More Drama and Danger After its dramatic season finale, ‘Shanga’ makes a powerful comeback, plunging viewers deeper into a […]
By Eddah Waithaka Hon. Mwaniki Kwenya, the Nairobi Central Business MCA, today strongly criticized the county government’s abrupt crackdown on street hawkers, calling it unjust and inhumane. Speaking after a chaotic morning operation in the city center, Kwenya condemned county enforcement officers for confiscating goods and harassing traders without prior notice. “These hawkers are not […]
By Eddah Waithaka African governments must prioritize training more scientists in applied sciences and engineering to bridge critical skills gaps and accelerate innovation, Dr. Julius Ecuru, Head of Policy & Enabling Environment at ICIPE, said in a recent interview. Ecuru, who leads the BioInnovate Africa Programme and the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif), emphasized […]
By Eddah Waithaka Human rights defenders from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have issued a stark warning over the rapidly deteriorating state of civic freedoms in East Africa. Following a three-day regional gathering in Nairobi, activists condemned the systematic crackdown on dissent, enforced disappearances, and unlawful deportations plaguing the region. State-Sanctioned Repression on the Rise Activists […]
By Eddah Waithaka Civil society organizations (CSOs) have raised the alarm over a dangerous trend of normalized corruption in county governments following repeated adverse audit reports. In Kiambu County, the Auditor General has flagged financial mismanagement every year since the current administration took office. The latest audit report warns that failure to punish graft has […]
