By Eddah Waithaka The government is mobilizing a massive KSh 50 billion offensive to reclaim the Nairobi River from decades of pollution and neglect. The Nairobi River Regeneration Program, launched by President William Ruto, targets a 27.2-kilometer stretch of the river and its tributaries, aiming to transform the toxic waterway into a clean, green spine […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has deployed a new, high-tech patrol boat to combat illegal activities and boost security on the vast waters of Lake Turkana, a move that follows the tragic loss of three rangers in the region in the last two years. KWS Director General Prof. Erustus Kanga commissioned the […]
By Eddah Waithaka Family Bank Group posted a massive 38.7% jump in half-year profits, driven by aggressive lending and strategic investments that significantly expanded its balance sheet. The bank announced a Profit After Tax of KES 2.2 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2025, a sharp increase from the KES 1.6 billion recorded […]
By Eddah Waithaka A new digital platform is positioning itself to organize and dominate Africa’s fragmented but rapidly growing Halal economy. The Halal Hub App soft-launched this week, aiming to connect millions of Muslims and businesses to verified products, services, and opportunities. The pioneering app offers a one-stop digital destination for everything from Halal dining […]
By Eddah Waithaka Kenya’s media industry launched a decisive counterattack against sexual harassment as top editors and journalists pledged to transform toxic newsrooms into safe workplaces by 2025. The emergency summit at Aga Khan University produced concrete action plans to combat what participants termed an “epidemic of abuse” in news organizations across the country. The […]
By Eddah Waithaka A quiet revolution is reshaping the African film and television industry, and it’s being led from behind the camera. A new vanguard of creators is dismantling old gatekeepers, championing authentic narratives, and building a sustainable ecosystem rooted in collaboration rather than competition . At the forefront of this movement is Audrey Tanya, […]
By Eddah Waithaka A coalition of foundations will deliver a major humanitarian intervention this week, targeting over 1,000 vulnerable residents in Oloika Village, Kajiado County. The Safal MRM Foundation, partnering with Mabati Rolling Mills (MRM) and the Premchandbhai Foundation, is organizing a comprehensive two-day free medical camp and aid program. The initiative will provide critical […]
By Eddah Waithaka The government will continue to back initiatives that close the healthcare access gap, especially in underserved regions, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi pledged on Friday. Mudavadi made the commitment at Itando Mission Hospital in Vihiga County while commissioning a new, high-tech digital X-ray machine. The Kenya Pipeline Company Foundation (KPC Foundation) donated […]
By Eddah Waithaka Huawei Kenya and a coalition of partners today demonstrated how digital innovation can revolutionize learning, hosting a hands-on Smart Classroom Workshop for representatives from 20 Muslim schools across the country. Held at the Huawei Exhibition Room in partnership with Hiperdist, KCB Bank, and Digion/Smatrace Solutions Ltd., the event immersed educators in the […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Dawoodi Bohra community of Kenya successfully launched a new engine for regional commerce this month, hosting the inaugural Africa Trade Expo 2025 (ATE2025) from August 8–10. The event transformed the Catholic University of Eastern Africa into a dynamic hub for international trade and economic dialogue. The three-day Expo attracted 6,625 visitors […]
