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 […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Caucas of Patient -Led Organizations of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) conducted a recent survey that has uncovered significant barriers in the implementation of the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), raising alarms about patient access to critical health services. Held between October 24 and 25, 2024, the […]
By Eddah Waithaka During a press briefing, Government Spokesman Dr. Isaac Mwaura announced that the government is implementing decisive measures to address the high cost of living affecting Kenyans’ daily expenses. He highlighted that sector-specific initiatives are yielding positive results, as reflected in the latest economic indicators. The government is also focusing on improving food […]
By Eddah Waithaka On Monday, Raymond Omollo, the Interior Principal Secretary (PS), launched the Chiefs’ Climate Action Day at the Ondiri Wetlands in Kikuyu Constituency. This initiative, led by the nation’s 3,950 chiefs at the locational level, is designed to advance the government’s climate action agenda. It is part of a broader national effort to […]
By Eddah Waithaka ActionAid International Kenya has launched its 2024-2028 Strategic Plan ‘Our Rights or Justice’, adopting the innovative partnership model to strategically invest in women, youth and children living in poverty and marginalization, deliberately shifting power to them and their institutions. The launch of the ActionAid International Kenya Strategy Note 2024 -2028 reaffirms the […]
