By Eddah Waithaka Leaders from across Africa and the global electrotechnical community gathered in Nairobi this week to launch a new era of African influence in shaping the standards that power modern life, from clean energy to digital trade. The event marks the 10th anniversary of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Africa Regional Centre (IEC-AFRC), […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Kenyan government is mobilizing a nationwide effort to rescue and restore the vital Mount Elgon water tower, launching a new annual observance and a dedicated 10-year restoration program to address severe degradation. Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, announced the inaugural Mt. […]
By Eddah Waithaka A landmark global report on food systems is driving a new, nuanced conversation in Africa, where experts are championing livestock as a vital part of the solution to malnutrition and economic hardship, rather than a problem to be solved. The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission report, released in early October, delivered a comprehensive global […]
By Victoria Macharia A look at oral health reports from Kenya reveals statistics that show the need for collective action from a wide range of stakeholders. These include the government, private sector, professional associations and communities. If we are to address oral health issues sustainably, these stakeholders need to work together. In 2015, Mars Wrigley […]
By Eddah Waithaka A controversial new park ticketing platform threatens to siphon an estimated Ksh370 million annually from Kenya’s tourism sector through hidden “gateway fees,” the Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF) warned today. The Federation accuses the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) of rolling out the system without consultation, disrupting payments, inflating costs, and flouting a court […]
Gilbey’s Gin launched its role as the Official Drinks Partner for Jumia Black Friday 2025 in spectacular fashion yesterday, unveiling an exclusive consumer deal that drops the price of its popular 750ml bottle to just Ksh 1,050. The brand ignited the campaign with an invite-only media launch at the Jumia Warehouse in Cabanas. The high-energy […]
By Eddah Waithaka A faction of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) founder members and Nairobi leaders publicly broke ranks with the party on Saturday, demanding the immediate postponement of its planned 20th-anniversary celebrations to honor the legacy of the late Raila Odinga. Former Makadara lawmaker Reuben Ndolo led the group and read a statement that framed […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) surged to a Ksh.10.48 billion profit after tax for the year ended June 30, 2025, marking a powerful 54% leap and underscoring its critical role in driving the nation’s economy with clean energy. The NSE-listed firm powered its impressive growth by boosting operational efficiency, optimizing […]
By Eddah Waithaka Have you ever dreamed of telling your stories on screen? A new wave of African filmmakers is taking control of their careers by launching their own production companies, and you can too. Forget waiting for permission, the roadmap to building your own film or TV production company is clearer than ever.You don’t […]
By Eddah Waithaka Storytellers, journalists, and advocates from across Africa gathered in Nairobi on Tuesday, championing the power of personal narrative to shatter stereotypes, influence policy, and build empathy in a digitally saturated world. The media roundtable, themed “Daring to Hope,” highlighted how authentic African stories are forging tangible change. Participants shared powerful examples, including […]
