By Eddah Waithaka Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has voiced alarm over the government’s ongoing delays in reconstituting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), underscoring the urgent need for electoral reforms as the nation approaches critical general elections. With only three years remaining before voters head to the polls, he highlighted that the current state […]
By Eddah Waithaka The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) kicked off its 61st Biannual Plenary Session today, December 1, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya, under the compelling theme “The FinTech Revolution in Africa.” This pivotal event, held in partnership with the Central Bank of Kenya and the Kenya Bankers Association, gathered a diverse array of leading […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a significant move aimed at fostering Africa’s inclusive digital and green transformation, the Government of Kenya has officially inaugurated the Africa Centre of Competence for Digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Skilling alongside the Timbuktoo GreenTech Hub at Konza Technopolis. This ambitious initiative, led by the Ministry of Information, Communications and Digital […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a press briefing held today at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura outlined President William Ruto’s agenda for the 24th Ordinary Summit of the East African Heads of State in Arusha, Tanzania. Mwaura emphasized that the President will engage in crucial bilateral discussions with regional leaders aimed […]
By Eddah Waithaka In the wake of a troubling surge in the murders of women in Kenya, The Voice for Women and Girls’ Rights—a collaborative initiative by Journalists for Human Rights Kenya, Uskimye, the Coalition for Grassroots Human Rights Defenders-Kenya, and the #ENDFEMICIDEKE Movement held a workshop in Nairobi to stand united in horror and […]
By Eddah Waithaka Health policy stakeholders are being encouraged to implement regulations grounded in scientific evidence to improve harm reduction strategies throughout Africa and strengthen public health outcomes. This pivotal message emerged during the fourth edition of the Harm Reduction Exchange held in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme “Enabling Innovation in Harm Reduction through Science-Led […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a major showcase of Kenya’s growing digital landscape, the Ministry of ICT, Google, and key stakeholders have launched “The Digital Opportunity of Kenya,” an independent report by Public First. This comprehensive study highlights the profound impact of digital technology on the nation’s economy, revealing that Google’s products and services generated approximately […]
By Eddah Waithaka Uber has released its inaugural Kenya Economic Impact Report, revealing that the Uber app generated approximately KSh 14.1 billion in revenue for the national economy. The report, commissioned by Uber and carried out by Public First, highlights the app’s influence on local businesses, drivers, delivery personnel, and consumers within its mobility and […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a strategic move to strengthen economic ties with Europe, President William Ruto has appointed five key Cabinet Secretaries to the newly formed Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) Council, as announced in a Gazette notice dated November 22. The council, which aims to enhance Kenya’s trade relations with the European Union, will be […]
By Eddah Waithaka GS1, a worldwide leader in providing barcodes and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) solutions for traceability and data management, has officially launched the construction of its regional offices at Konza Technopolis. This development, which spans 1.1 acres, signifies the organization’s commitment to establishing itself as the premier center for traceability and data management […]
