By Eddah Waithaka The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party has announced plans to hold grassroots elections on April 11th and 12th, 2025, in 22 counties across the nation. The National Steering Committee and the National Elections Board convened today to finalize preparations for Phase 2 of the UDA Grassroots elections. This follows the successful completion […]
By Eddah Waithaka Leaders from the Gusii and Kuria region have today launched a groundbreaking Multi-Sectoral Consultative Forum aimed at aligning the region’s development with the national government’s agenda. The inaugural meeting, held under the theme “Strengthening Regional Synergy for Development,” brought together key stakeholders to chart a collaborative path toward sustainable growth and prosperity. […]
By Eddah Waithaka SBM Bank Kenya has launched three SME business hubs today, marking a significant step in strengthening financial and non-financial advisory support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country. The bank has strategically positioned the hubs in Nairobi’s Central Business District, Kilimani, and Karen to create a balanced ecosystem for business […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Aga Khan Academy from Mombasa and Umoja Junior School from Changamwe emerged as the new champions of the M-PESA Jr. NBA Coast Regional finals, held yesterday at the prestigious Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa County. The thrilling event showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition, culminating in two electrifying finals. In the […]
By Eddah Waithaka Over 400 juniors from the Coast region today participated in a financial literacy session organized by M-PESA Go during the M-PESA Jr. NBA tournament at Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa. The event combined sports and education, empowering young participants with essential financial management skills. Kawira Mugambi, M-PESA Go Growth Manager, emphasized the […]
By Admin ‘The Washington Post’ has uncovered damning evidence implicating a Turkish arms manufacturer in exacerbating Sudan’s devastating civil war. According to a recent investigation, Baykar, Turkey’s largest defense company, secretly supplied drones and missiles to the Sudanese military, fueling one of the world’s most brutal conflicts. The report reveals that Baykar struck a $120 […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Okoa Uchumi and a group of over 30 civil society organizations, have issued a stark warning about Kenya’s worsening public finance crisis. In a statement released on Friday, Okoa Uchumi called for urgent action to address mismanagement of public resources, rising debt, and systemic corruption, which are pushing millions of Kenyans […]
By Nyambura Waithaka Safaricom’s groundbreaking mobile financial service, M-PESA, today marks 18 years since its launch in March 2007. Over the past nearly two decades, M-PESA has grown into a global fintech powerhouse, now available in more than 170 countries and serving over 70 million customers. The service has become a lifeline for millions, with […]
By Eddah Waithaka Echo Network Africa (ENA) has officially transformed into Echo Network Africa Foundation (ENAF), to amplify its influence and impact across Africa. The organization unveiled its new identity on Thursday at its headquarters on Muchai Drive, Ngong Road, reaffirming its commitment to gender equality and social transformation. Chief Justice Martha Koome, President of […]
By Eddah Waithaka This weekend, the M-PESA Jr. NBA tournament will take over Mombasa as 40 teams, made up of 480 boys and girls, compete for the regional title at the Aga Khan Academy. The tournament promises high-energy 5×5 basketball games, with winners in both the boys’ and girls’ categories set to receive smartphones and […]
