By Eddah Waithaka Hon. John Mwaniki Kwenya, the Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Nairobi Central, has sparked debate with his recent declaration of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) as a “drop zone”. He vowed to remove all matatu (public transport) stops within the city center. Speaking in Nairobi, at Archives, Hon. Mwaniki unveiled his […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a stunning demonstration of endurance and community spirit, one of Kenya’s longest cycling events has officially begun, launching from the coastal city of Mombasa to Busia. Forty dedicated cyclists will undertake the grueling 1,150-kilometer journey to raise awareness about arthritis and gather funds for a modern arthritis clinic in Likuyani Sub-county. […]
By Eddah Waithaka Eastmatt Supermarkets proudly opened its 11th branch today in Baba Dogo, a significant accomplishment in the company’s ongoing mission to support underserved communities throughout Kenya. This new store exemplifies Eastmatt’s dedication to delivering affordable, high-quality products and convenient shopping experiences in markets where price sensitivity is a key concern. During the event, […]
By Eddah Waithaka The alcoholic beverage industry is calling on Parliament to repeal proposed regulations that could significantly raise production costs by as much as 70 percent. In a statement released on Friday 13th, the Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya (Abak) warned that the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producers Responsibility) Regulations 2024 could undermine progress […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Railway Training Institute (RTI) recently celebrated a major milestone with its 61st graduation ceremony at the Main Campus in Nairobi. This event recognized the achievements of a new cohort of graduates, all of whom are now prepared to contribute to the rapidly growing railway sector in Kenya. Speaking at the event, Mr. […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a significant gathering aimed at bolstering regional ties, hundreds of East African citizens from civil society, public, and private sectors have convened in Nairobi for the 7th Annual East African Community (EAC) Secretary General’s Forum. This three-day event serves as a vital platform for stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue, sharing […]
By Eddah Waithaka On Friday, members of the Kenyan Parliament embarked on a journey aboard the Madaraka Express from the Nairobi SGR Terminus, heading to Mombasa for the East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games. The delegation, headed by National Assembly Speaker Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang’ula, set off at 10:00 am, signifying the commencement of an […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a press briefing today, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura unveiled key details about this year’s Jamhuri Day celebrations, which will take place at Uhuru Gardens under the dynamic theme of ‘Jobs, Labour Migration, Entrepreneurship and Entertainment.’ As part of the festivities, the government is proudly hosting the Jamhuri National Job Fair, which […]
By Eddah Waithaka Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) is taking its inspiring World Unseen exhibition from Morocco to Kenya, marking a significant step in the company’s mission to promote inclusivity in photography. In partnership with the Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) and the Kenya National Library Service, this year’s exhibition launched on December […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Kenya Devolution Civil Society Organisations Working Group is demanding that President William Ruto honor his pledges to devolve essential functions to county governments. “Kenya’s public health sector is in turmoil, with primary healthcare services deteriorating due to unfulfilled promises and administrative bottlenecks,” read the press statement. With Ruto having twice backtracked on […]
