Kenya draws Botswana for SACCO lessons

Kenya is drawing interest from Botswana as it seeks lessons from the local cooperative sector to strengthen savings and credit cooperative societies.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Revealed: 84 Kenyans killed, 52 missing in Russia-Ukraine war

Mudavadi says 84 Kenyans are killed or missing in the Russia-Ukraine war, while 354 are on official records. Five Kenyans remain prisoners of war in Ukraine.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Ruto commissions Raila Odinga mausoleum in Bondo

President William Ruto has commissioned Raila Odinga’s mausoleum in Bondo, Siaya County, eight days before the former prime minister’s first death anniversary on October 15.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Passenger dies aboard Kenya Airways flight to Lagos

Kenya Airways has confirmed the death of a passenger who became unresponsive about 20 minutes before a Nairobi-Lagos flight landed in Nigeria on Tuesday night.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

Why Raila's family wants a political ceasefire on October 15

Raila Odinga’s family has called for a political truce ahead of his first anniversary, urging leaders to honour his memory without turning the October 15 memorial into a political contest.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

Kirinyaga coffee production rises as farmers increase investment

Coffee farmers in Kirinyaga are spending more on their farms as higher payments lift production, with 68 growers earning more than Sh1 million each last season.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

New poll ranks Emase first in Teso South with 71.8 pc

 If Teso South voters were to choose their MP today, Mary Emase would win by a wide margin, with 71.8 per cent of respondents backing the incumbent.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

Kenya to share cooperative, small business lessons with Botswana

Kenya will share its cooperative and small business experience with Botswana after Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe visited Nairobi for talks on finance, markets, entrepreneurship and technology.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

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 4 days ago

Otuoma opens 44-point lead in Busia governor race, poll shows

Governor Paul Otuoma leads the Busia 2027 governor race with 66 per cent support, 44 points ahead of Arthur Osia at 22 per cent, according to a new poll.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

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How Kenya prepared for the Ebola threat

Kenya’s first confirmed Ebola case has revived fears that prompted opposition to a US-backed quarantine facility in Laikipia, as authorities race to trace contacts and prevent wider transmission.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Kenya seeks private investors to fund 61 per cent of Sh598bn irrigation plan

Kenya is seeking private-sector financing for 61 per cent of its Sh598 billion irrigation plan as it targets more than 1.5 million irrigated acres by 2035.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Tree planting enters survival test as Government tracks millions of trees

Planting millions of trees will not be enough this week as the Government prepares to track their survival months after the campaign ends.

By David Njaaga 3 days 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 3 days 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 4 days 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 4 days 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 4 days 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 4 days 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 5 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 5 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 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 10 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 12 days ago