By Eddah Waithaka On Monday, November 11th, 2024, the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) and the South African Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) convened a high-level ministerial forum at AfricaCom 2024. The event aimed to explore strategies for fostering a prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable Africa through the advancement of information and communication technology (ICT). […]
By Eddah Waithaka Today, the Ministry of Internal Security and Administration launched the Regional Programme on Peace Building and Preventing Violent Extremism in East Africa at Kwetu, Nairobi. This initiative, which will initially roll out in Kenya, South Sudan, and Somalia, seeks to strengthen community bonds and promote sustainable development. Supported by the Korean International Cooperation […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Cabinet Secretary for Trade and Investment, Salim Mvurya, has announced that the Economic Partnership Agreement between Kenya and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to enhance trade relations. Speaking at the UAE-Kenya Trade Investment Forum in Nairobi on Monday, the CS emphasized that the agreement positions Kenya as a strategic […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a significant push towards bolstering the economy, the Kenyan government is advancing its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA Plan), a multifaceted strategy designed to enhance economic resilience, boost job creation, and promote equitable income distribution. At a recent media engagement, Dr. Isaac Mwaura, the Government Spokesperson, shared insights into the current […]
By Eddah Waithaka A newly launched report by Mzalendo Trust has highlighted significant gaps in the capacity of County Assemblies to fulfill their oversight responsibilities effectively, raising concerns about the state of local governance in Kenya. Titled ‘Eye on County Assemblies: A Study on the Performance of County Assemblies Oversight Functions, a Decade Later,’ the […]
By Eddah Waithaka The 2024 Africa’s Next Super Model competition is poised to take center stage on November 9, 2024, at 3 PM in Nairobi, Kenya, taking place at the vibrant Broadwalk Mall. This highly anticipated event not only showcases African talent in fashion and modeling but also underscores a commitment to diversity and inclusivity […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Africa Conference on Deafness 2024 will occur from November 27 to 29 in Nairobi. This event will bring together policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to discuss and promote the rights and empowerment of deaf individuals and those with disabilities throughout the continent. Under the theme “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with […]
By Eddah Waithaka Safaricom PLC has reported a robust net income of KES 28.1 billion attributable to equity holders for the six months ending September 30, 2024, reflecting a significant boost in financial performance. The company’s impressive results were fueled by a double-digit growth of 12.9% in service revenue within its Kenyan operations, which soared […]
By Eddah Waithaka On November 6, 2024, Huawei unveiled the AppCube Hackathon, designed to inspire innovation and foster development through coding. The event showcased a range of cutting-edge solutions that leverage Huawei’s software offerings to enhance revenue and minimize costs, empowering participants to drive innovation forward. Among the standout solutions unveiled at the hackathon was […]
By Eddah Waithaka The government is preparing to launch safe space campaigns to address gender inequality and the rising incidence of femicide, including gender-based violence (GBV). Harriette Chiggai, President Ruto’s Advisor on Women’s Rights, said the government will work in partnership with various stakeholders to strengthen these campaigns and promote the gender equality agenda. Speaking […]
