A 'broken heart': What ails Rigathi Gachagua
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy—also called stress cardiomyopathy—occurs when the lower part of the left ventricle balloons out with each heartbeat
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A 'broken heart': What ails Rigathi Gachagua
Poor quality and safety standards among challenges ailing meat industry
Inadequate capacity to meet quality and safety standards remains among the myriad of challenges facing Kenya’s meat industry, stakeholders have been told.
By 19 days ago
Poor quality and safety standards among challenges ailing meat industry
Livestock stakeholders seek to unlock market access for small-scale farmers
Livestock stakeholders are now pushing for the implementation of initiatives to address the long-standing challenges faced by pastoral communities such as limited market access
By 19 days ago
Livestock stakeholders seek to unlock market access for small-scale farmers
Bureau for animal resource banks on workshop to drive market-led transformation
The APMD Platform aims to drive market-led transformations in pastoralism, a vital livelihood for millions across the continent.
By 22 days ago
Bureau for animal resource banks on workshop to drive market-led transformation
AgTech industry players push for increased financing for women in agribusiness
Stakeholders said many smallholder farmers, particularly women, continue to struggle with low productivity and lack the tools and support needed to scale their operations.
By 27 days ago
AgTech industry players push for increased financing for women in agribusiness
Engineers gather in Kigali with focus on sustainable development goals
The meeting includes engineers, senior government officials, policymakers, and the business community to discuss pressing issues affecting the engineering industry.
By 27 days ago
Engineers gather in Kigali with focus on sustainable development goals
Tech firm Huawei opens registration for Kenya's 2024-2025 ICT competition
The competition targets university and technical college students studying ICT-related courses
By 1 month ago
Tech firm Huawei opens registration for Kenya's 2024-2025 ICT competition
With USAID's support, Gatunga village in Tharaka Nithi opens Sh58 million community library
The project is expected to benefit over 10,000 community members in promoting literacy and science, technology and innovation education.
By 1 month ago
With USAID's support, Gatunga village in Tharaka Nithi opens Sh58 million community library
Healthcare firm eyes Kenya's consumer market with global personal hygiene brands
Shalina Healthcare is banking on the launch of its consumer division to introduce personal hygiene care brands that have positively impacted millions of lives.
By 1 month ago
Healthcare firm eyes Kenya's consumer market with global personal hygiene brands
Social enterprise banks on affordable eyeglasses in war against blurry vision
The project primarily aims at low-income communities, where access to affordable eye care is limited and the stigma surrounding eyeglasses remains a barrier.
By 1 month ago
Social enterprise banks on affordable eyeglasses in war against blurry vision
Explainer: As DP Gachagua takes the stand, what will happen?
All eyes are on the National Assembly this afternoon as DP Rigathi Gachagua appears before the House to respond to allegations outlined in an impeachment Motion against him.
By 1 month ago
Explainer: As DP Gachagua takes the stand, what will happen?
Governor Muthomi Njuki rallies residents to enroll for SHA
Njuki said it is unethical for any health facility in the county to refuse to attend to patients simply because they are yet to register for SHA.
By 1 month ago
Governor Muthomi Njuki rallies residents to enroll for SHA
79 patients benefit from free cleft surgery in celebration of World Smile Day
The surgeries were conducted by Smile Train in collaboration with the Kenya Society of Plastic and Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons at St Francis Community Hospital.
By 1 month ago
79 patients benefit from free cleft surgery in celebration of World Smile Day
Not me, blame it on Controller of Budget-Mbadi says
Mbadi on Thursday said Nyakango and her office should be held responsible for what he termed as ‘rent-seeking’ games while hampering the county government’s operations.
By 1 month ago
Not me, blame it on Controller of Budget-Mbadi says
Shippers call on government to allocate incentives for sea freight
Shippers Council of Eastern Africa (SCEA) acting Chief Executive Officer Agayo Ogambi said currently Mombasa Port is strategically positioned with enough plug-in points for reefer containers.
By 1 month ago
Shippers call on government to allocate incentives for sea freight
BATUK given seven days to allow NEMA conduct assessment
Environment CS Aden Duale said NEMA records indicate BATUK did not carry out any Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for their training grounds in Laikipia and Samburu.
By 1 month ago
BATUK given seven days to allow NEMA conduct assessment
Stringent market requirements remain major hurdle for Kenya's export, report
The highly competitive market in the European Union with stringent market requirements remains the biggest hurdle for Kenya’s exports, a report has shown.
By 1 month ago
Stringent market requirements remain major hurdle for Kenya's export, report
Jacaranda to roll out AI-driven initiatives to improve healthcare systems
Jacaranda Health is set to roll out  Artificial intelligence (AI-driven) initiatives to support women through their pregnancy journeys.
By 1 month ago
Jacaranda to roll out AI-driven initiatives to improve healthcare systems
Farmers urged to optimize livestock practices for greater market competitiveness
CS Agriculture Dr Andrew Mwihia said Kenya is experiencing significant deficits in animal-source foods, a situation projected to worsen by 2030 if no action is taken.
By 1 month ago
Farmers urged to optimize livestock practices for greater market competitiveness
Ministry pushes for insect-based animal feed to address protein shortage
The animal feed industry has heavily relied on imports from South African countries leading to unpredictable availability and contributing to rising animal feed costs.
By 1 month ago
Ministry pushes for insect-based animal feed to address protein shortage
Humanitarian agency banks on annual learning event to drive innovation, growth
Under the theme ‘Enabling rural economies; Creating lasting impact for digital ecosystem in Africa’, the two-day event will be held in Nairobi between October 15 and 16.
By 1 month ago
Humanitarian agency banks on annual learning event to drive innovation, growth
CS Duale says pastoralists key to success of Kenya's climate action
Environment Cabinet Secretary now says the 15 Billion Tree Growing initiative will play a key role in restoring degraded landscapes occupied by the pastoral communities.
By 1 month ago
CS Duale says pastoralists key to success of Kenya's climate action
Labour Ministry to set up unit to tackle workplace sexual harassment
Mutua said the unit will provide a platform for victims of sexual harassment who feel their concerns have not been adequately addressed.
By 1 month ago
Labour Ministry to set up unit to tackle workplace sexual harassment
Kenya grappling with 60pc livestock feed shortage
Kenya is grappling with a 60 per cent livestock feed shortage crisis that threatens the country’s livestock industry, this is according to the latest feed inventory assessment.
By 1 month ago
Kenya grappling with 60pc livestock feed shortage
Macadamia firm secures Sh387 million funding to expand capacity
The funding will be utilised to expand production capacity and undertake several sustainability initiatives.
By 1 month ago
Macadamia firm secures Sh387 million funding to expand capacity
ILRI proposes cost-effective approach for livestock feed inventory
The proposal seeks to harmonise livestock feed inventory and feed balance assessment strategy within African countries- which are often hard hit by pandemics.
By 1 month ago
ILRI proposes cost-effective approach for livestock feed inventory
Forest illegalities undermining restoration efforts, CS Duale says
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale now says forest illegalities like logging remain the greatest challenge to forest restoration efforts.
By 1 month ago
Forest illegalities undermining restoration efforts, CS Duale says
Invest more in education for economic growth, report
Pioneering HP Futures initiative convened more than 100 global education and policy-making experts to tackle global learning gap.
By 2 months ago
Invest more in education for economic growth, report
PICTURES: Aviation workers strike leaves passengers stranded at JKIA
The strike, which began on Tuesday night, has crippled operations at the busy international airport as the workers protest against a controversial takeover deal.
By 2 months ago
PICTURES: Aviation workers strike leaves passengers stranded at JKIA
Environment CS Duale urges weatherman to provide accurate forecasts
Duale on Wednesday said weather information is critical to Kenya's overall wellbeing in the wake of the worsening global climate change crisis.
By 2 months ago
Environment CS Duale urges weatherman to provide accurate forecasts
Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships
Smile Train Education and Training Manager- Africa Patrick Mwai said out of 16 scholars currently being supported by Smile Train in the program, only 3 are women.
By 2 months ago
Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships
Somalia introduces modern digital identification to enhance banking services
The partnership will advance Somalia’s economy while aligning business practices with global standards and reducing financial risks such as fraud and money laundering.
By 2 months ago
Somalia introduces modern digital identification to enhance banking services
Standard Group's Jacob Ng'etich to head Mudavadi's communication team
Ng’etich, a long friend to Mudavadi will replace Salim Swaleh who was arrested and prosecuted for aiding fraudsters to defraud foreigners.
By 2 months ago
Standard Group's Jacob Ng'etich to head Mudavadi's  communication team
Mpox: Kenyans cautioned against consuming bush meat
Tourism and Wildlife CS Rebecca Miano says although reported cases remain isolated, the prevailing situation foreshadows potential eruption if cautionary counsel goes unheeded.
By 2 months ago
Mpox: Kenyans cautioned against consuming bush meat
Parliamentary Committee wants Utalii College granted authority to certify hospitality practitioners
Led by Chairperson Maara Member of Parliament Kareke Mbiuki, the committee voiced concerns over the lack of regulation in the sector’s training standards.
By 2 months ago
Parliamentary Committee wants Utalii College granted authority to certify hospitality practitioners
Tourism committee roots for enhanced collaboration to boost numbers
Led by Chairperson Kareke Mbiuki, the committee said Kenya continues to lose potential tourists to competing African destinations with similar attractions across the country.
By 2 months ago
Tourism committee roots for enhanced collaboration to boost numbers
Huawei announces sponsorship for 2024 World Skills national competition
Huawei said it will support student training in five tracks including IT Networking, Cybersecurity, IT software, Information Network cabling, and Mobile Applications Development.
By 2 months ago
Huawei announces sponsorship for 2024 World Skills national competition
Sylvia Jebet: Gen Z engineer pushing for mechanised farms
Sylvia Jebet believes mechanised farms will play a key role in easing the burden of farming across the country.
By 2 months ago
Sylvia Jebet: Gen Z engineer pushing for mechanised farms
Committee on Appointments says petitions against CS nominees thoroughly reviewed
The Committee on Appointments has defended itself against allegations of ignoring public input during the vetting of Cabinet Secretary nominees and the Attorney General.
By 2 months ago
Committee on Appointments says petitions against CS nominees thoroughly reviewed
Parliamentarians push for fair pay and recognition for athletes
The MPs challenged the Youth and Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to expand Kenya's participation in more disciplines at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
By 2 months ago
Parliamentarians push for fair pay and recognition for athletes
Reconsider proposed VAT on aviation services
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