By Eddah Waithaka The International Center of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) is hosting a two-day training workshop on February 27-28, 2025, at its Duduville Campus in Nairobi, uniting participants from Ethiopia, Rwanda, Uganda, and Kenya. The workshop aims to enhance awareness and drive action on gender integration, One Health principles, safeguarding, and human rights […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), with key enforcement agencies, successfully raided Nairobi’s Kariokor area, seizing about 190,000 counterfeit fertilizer bags. The operation, initiated by complaints from legitimate fertilizer manufacturers and trademark owners, targeted the spread of fake agricultural inputs that threaten Kenya’s farming sector. The raid comes at a critical time as Kenya […]
By Stella Mambo As countries worldwide grapple with sluggish economic growth exacerbated by high inflation and rising interest rates, governments are rapidly reshaping economic policies to stimulate recovery. This transformation is unfolding against a backdrop of shifting geopolitical dynamics, potential U.S.-China trade conflicts, and disruptive internal reforms. Amid these global changes, African nations are emerging […]
By Eddah Waithaka Safaricom’s Chief Enterprise Business Officer, Cynthia Kropac, encouraged Savings and Credit Cooperatives (Saccos) to adopt digital solutions to streamline operations, improve service delivery, and meet the evolving needs of their members during an interview with journalists in Mombasa. Kropac emphasized the importance of digital transformation in the Sacco sector, highlighting platforms like […]
By Eddah Waithaka Nairobi County Government and Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) have finally resolved a years-long financial dispute that had strained relations between the two entities. The breakthrough came after a high-level meeting involving Nairobi County officials, Kenya Power leadership, and the Ministry of Energy, led by Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi. The meeting, […]
By Eddah Waithaka Over 100 African climate experts, negotiators, and civil society representatives gathered at the Pullman Hotel in Nairobi this week for the Pre-SB 62 AGNES Strategy Meeting. The four-day event aimed at bolstering Africa’s negotiation strategies ahead of the 62nd Session of the Subsidiary Bodies (SB62) in June 2025. Organized by the African […]
By Eddah Waithaka Gilbert Kamanga, National Director for World Vision Kenya, today announced the launch of a groundbreaking initiative, ‘Re-Greening for the Future’, aimed at addressing the escalating impacts of climate change through adaptive research and community-driven solutions. The program, supported by key partners including the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), the Australian Centre for […]
By Eddah Waithaka Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge, part of Superior Homes Kenya, has reaffirmed its dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) with a recent initiative at Thugunui Secondary School in Nakuru County. This weekend, the Superior Homes Foundation donated sanitary pads and held a mentorship session, empowering students and addressing key educational and health needs […]
By Eddah Waithaka The 2025 Shell Autocross Championship roared back into action this weekend, delivering heart-stopping racing action at the Autocross Plus circuit. Rajveer Thethy and motorsport legend Ian Duncan stole the spotlight with their standout performances, while 40 crews were celebrated in a vibrant awards ceremony at the Twisty 2 track in Kiambu County. […]
By Eddah Waithaka St. John’s Junior Secondary School from Korogocho and Olympic Junior Secondary School from Kibera emerged as the champions of the M-PESA Jr. NBA Nairobi edition, capping off an exhilarating two-day tournament at the Sabis International School Basketball Arena. In a thrilling Boys’ final, St. John’s JSS narrowly defeated Olympic JSS 16-13 in […]
