How income, social divides are reshaping trust in Kenya

Kenya’s trust gap is widening, with higher-income citizens reporting greater trust in institutions than lower-income groups, while 66 per cent hesitate to trust people who differ from them socially.

By David Njaaga 23 hrs ago

'Sell your ideas without insulting anyone,' Oginde warns politicians

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission accuses political leaders of teaching young people abusive language through their conduct and rhetoric.

By David Njaaga 18 hrs ago

How to respond after a dog bite: Vet's guide to prevent rabies

A dog bite that looks minor can become deadly if the victim waits for rabies symptoms before seeking treatment, a veterinary professional warns.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

More African children enter school, yet nine in 10 cannot read

Nine in 10 children in sub-Saharan Africa face learning poverty, with the World Bank estimating that 89 per cent cannot read and understand a simple text by age 10.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Dangote to Africa: 'You have to put that potential into reality'

Dangote has warned African countries to create jobs and invest in industries for the continent’s young population or risk losing the economic gains of its demographic strength.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

How 100 portraits will tell different stories of identity across five countries

A global portrait project will document the lives and identities of 100 people across Kenya, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Brazil, beginning with artist Angélica Dass in Nairobi.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Sifuna moves to turn Equitable Party into Linda Mwananchi

Sifuna plans to rename The Equitable Party as the Linda Mwananchi Movement after a tribunal ruling cleared the name's reservation, paving the way for the political outfit's rebranding.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

How KALRO turned waterbuck scent into a shield against tsetse flies

A scent that helps waterbuck avoid tsetse flies could soon help protect livestock and people from the insects that transmit serious diseases.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

Chiggai: Women must do more than fill leadership rooms

More than 300 women gathered in Nairobi for a forum that challenged women in leadership to influence decisions rather than simply occupy positions.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

How snails can make farmers money beyond food

Farmers are being urged to explore snail farming as an income source, with meat, shells and slime offering opportunities in food, cosmetics and animal feed markets.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

305 Mwatate households to get electricity under Sh34.5m project

305 households in Mwatate will get electricity before December after President William Ruto flagged off Sh34.54 million Last Mile Connectivity projects in two villages.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

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How Kenyan flight attendants tended to stabbed Flydubai pilot mid-flight

Two Kenyan flight attendants tended to a stabbed pilot on a Flydubai flight after a cockpit attack sent the plane into a steep descent before it landed safely in Saudi Arabia.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

How TVET graduates can widen their job prospects after training

Young people have been challenged to treat technical training as a starting point and pursue further education and skills to widen their employment opportunities.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Why Kenyan schools are shifting focus beyond exam results

Kenyan schools are shifting beyond exam performance to early career guidance, critical thinking and independent learning as they prepare students for universities and workplaces in a global market.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

How irrigation schemes will drive Kenya's next farming push

Government selects 10 irrigation schemes covering 14,819 acres for a pilot programme targeting 52,115 farmers through better production, financing, technology and market access.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Six heads of state to join Ruto for Lamu refinery launch

At least six heads of state and government leaders will join President William Ruto on Wednesday for the groundbreaking of the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery, set to serve regional fuel markets.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

Dangote's 40-month race to build Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery

Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote has pledged to complete the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery within 40 months, setting an early 2030 target for the facility.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

'We are not scared of court': Dangote shrugs off oil refinery suit

President William Ruto and businessman Aliko Dangote have backed the construction of the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery despite a court battle over land earmarked for the project.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Nairobi coworking space earns Africa's first health and wellbeing rating

Air quality, lighting, comfort and mental wellbeing are becoming part of the test for coworking spaces under a new global rating for flexible workplaces.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

How one potato eye can produce 10,000 cuttings

JKUAT researchers are showcasing tissue culture technology that can produce 200 plantain plantlets from one tissue and up to 10,000 potato cuttings from one eye.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

African creators push to cash in on growing digital audiences

African publishers and creators are seeking new ways to turn growing digital audiences into revenue while retaining ownership of content as artificial intelligence reshapes the industry.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

Drones, AI reshape farming at Nairobi trade fair

Drones, artificial intelligence and climate-resilient seeds are taking centre stage at the Nairobi International Trade Fair as technology helps farmers adapt to changing weather and boost production.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

UAE backs Ebola fight as Kenya tightens border surveillance

UAE pledges US$10 million to support efforts to contain Ebola in Africa as Kenya strengthens border surveillance, laboratory capacity and emergency response measures.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

New gambling law puts player protection at centre of regulation

Kenya’s new gambling regulator faces calls to strengthen player safeguards, with focus on responsible gambling, fair operations, complaints, self-exclusion and protection of vulnerable players.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

Why nearly 1m health workers in Africa lack jobs

Africa faces a shortage of 5.5 million health workers while nearly 1 million trained professionals struggle to find meaningful work, raising concerns over jobs, skills and health systems.

By David Njaaga 8 days ago

How Mengit Dam expansion aims to water 600 acres in Kuresoi North

Mengit Dam in Kuresoi North will be expanded from 150,000 to 400,000 cubic metres, with a reticulation system set to support irrigation across 600 acres and benefit 1,000 households.

By David Njaaga 8 days ago

Tree survival takes focus as PS Mugambi projects Sh450bn will reach communities

Kenya’s 15 billion trees campaign is putting survival ahead of planting numbers as the country seeks to restore millions of hectares of degraded land.

By David Njaaga 8 days ago

Doctors union signs recognition deal with Othaya hospital

KMPDU has signed a recognition deal with Mwai Kibaki Referral Hospital, opening CBA talks and plans to address locum jobs, insurance and doctor retention.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

IEBC denies foreign voter registration, missing kits claims

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed claims of illegal voter registration and missing biometric kits.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Dagoretti North residents put 2027 aspirants on the spot

Dagoretti North voters have challenged six 2027 parliamentary aspirants to address their priorities on security, infrastructure and services before signing a pact to remain accountable if elected.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Why African businesses are losing billions in currency costs

African businesses face currency conversion costs of about US$5 billion a year, highlighting the need for easier cross-border payments, aligned policies and efficient customs under AfCFTA.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Atellah declares bid for Lang'ata seat, cites years of doctors' advocacy

KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atellah is taking his advocacy for doctors into elective politics after declaring his bid for the Lang’ata parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Ruto sets one-week countdown for Sh2 trillion Lamu refinery

President William Ruto has told the United Nations that Kenya expects to break ground on a Sh2.07 trillion oil refinery in Lamu within a week.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Police reservists to get medical cover as 705 graduate in Meru

Govt plans medical cover and improved terms for police reservists as 705 officers graduate in Meru, with automated payments, new equipment and a draft policy framework also in the works.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Kenya unveils plan to make workers' skills recognised across Africa

Kenya to pilot MasterKey, a digital skills passport letting African credentials be verified across borders to widen youth job opportunities, President Ruto says.

By David Njaaga 14 days ago

Deal lets jobless Kenyans own e-scooters, start delivery businesses

Unemployed people could enter Africa’s last-mile delivery business without paying a deposit under a new model that will finance electric scooters through future earnings.

By David Njaaga 14 days ago

Gold money, Tanzania border expose Migori girls to FGM, early marriages

Girls in parts of Migori County face increased risks of female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriage as cross-border movement and gold mining create new avenues for exploitation.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago

Spare Mecca: Kenya Muslims urge warring Middle East groups

The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) has condemned reports of missile and drone attacks targeting Mecca in Saudi Arabia.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago

Ruto offers Kenya as test case on African risk

President Ruto says Kenya will open its risk data to rating agencies, challenging African financing rules that favour government debt over infrastructure, calls for reforms based on local evidence.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago

Eldoret turns to AI as Kenya seeks new tourism markets

Eldoret will host this year’s UN Tourism Week as Kenya seeks to expand its tourism offering beyond the traditional coastal and wildlife destinations.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago