Built environment professionals protest seminar fee hike by regulator
The announcement has sparked an uproar among practitioners, who say they were not consulted and no explanation was provided for the increase.
By James Wanzala 22 days ago
Built environment professionals protest seminar fee hike by regulator
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Men turn the tide against abuse of women and girls in Tharaka Nithi
However, in the sleepy Nkarini village, Chuka Igamba Ng'ombe, Tharaka Nithi County, a group of men is defying cultural norms to fight against abuse of women and girls.
By James Wanzala 24 days ago
Men turn the tide against abuse of women and girls in Tharaka Nithi
From gold to AI: The evolution of aesthetic dentistry
As early as 3,000 BCE, Egyptians crafted dental crowns and bridges from gold. They also used seashells to replace lost teeth.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
From gold to AI: The evolution of aesthetic dentistry
Smiles reimagined: The growing appeal of aesthetic dentistry
From braces and implants to teeth whitening and veneers, the field has seen remarkable advancements, making treatments more accessible and effective than ever before.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Smiles reimagined: The growing appeal of aesthetic dentistry
'Life there was hell,' Myanmar returnees regret trip
Weak, traumatised and disappointed, the returnees arrived wearing masks to shield their identities from glaring cameras.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
'Life there was hell,' Myanmar returnees regret trip
Govt launches drive to map industries for national database
The government has launched an exercise to map, geo-locate industries, and develop a database and directory.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Govt launches drive to map industries for national database
EU rolls out drive to recruit students for European universities
The European Union Delegation to Kenya has embarked on a recruitment drive for Kenyan students to study in Member States.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
EU rolls out drive to recruit students for European universities
How the new toll roads policy will work: What you need to know
Faced with shrinking incomes from the RMLF, decreasing donor funding, and the threat of EV, the government plans to select and construct some roads to be paid for use.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
How the new toll roads policy will work: What you need to know
Kalonzo announces plans to form 'grand coalition' to oust Ruto from power
Kalonzo also criticised the regime for denying Kenyans justice after last year's Gen Z protests and urged the public to take action.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Kalonzo announces plans to form 'grand coalition' to oust Ruto from power
New architects lobby president spells out agenda
Newly elected President of the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), George Ndege, has prioritised five key issues in the built environment in the next two years.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
New architects lobby president spells out agenda
MPs, Senators to pocket millions in car maintenance, mileage
Each MP will pocket ShSh4.3 million per year in car maintenance and Sh4.4 million in mileage allowances, totaling to Sh8.7 million per year.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
MPs, Senators to pocket millions in car maintenance, mileage
Africa urged to solve its problems, never allow another genocide
Rwandese genocide survivors have been encouraged to write books about the genocide.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Africa urged to solve its problems, never allow another genocide
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Why state, motorists are at odds on road tolling
Road users have called for non-tolled road alternatives even as the government pushes ahead with plans to introduce fees for use of some key roads and highways across the country.
By Macharia Kamau and James Wanzala 1 month ago
Why state, motorists are at odds on road tolling
African climate negotiators push for fairer global policies
Current global policies favour industrialised nations while unfairly limiting Africa's ability to develop using its natural resources.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
African climate negotiators push for fairer global policies
Road users ask government to provide alternative toll-free routes
Kenyans must not be forced to use tolled roads, transport stakeholders have said.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Road users ask government to provide alternative toll-free routes
Rwanda to host Africa's first AI and demographic summit in April
Rwanda will host Africa's inaugural two-day summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and demographic dividend early next month.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Rwanda to host Africa's first AI and demographic summit in April
PS Ronoh calls for Agriculture funding policy ahead of Nairobi summit
The PS said agriculture is a critical sector in transforming the economy and creating employment.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
PS Ronoh calls for Agriculture funding policy ahead of Nairobi summit
Kenya serves up $5 billion to tackle hunger
The 10-year Food and Nutrition Resilience Program (FNRP) was launched on Friday by the Government, KRCS in collaboration with the AU.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Kenya serves up $5 billion to tackle hunger
Super Metro buses seek inspection after suspension
Passengers who use Super Metro Sacco vehicles within Nairobi and its Metropolitan counties continued to suffer for the second day on Friday.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Super Metro buses seek inspection after suspension
Boost to milk, beef production as over 350 embryos of Brazilian Girolando cow breed arrives
Makongi Agri Ltd, which runs Makongi Farm in Eldoret through its sister company Indicus East Africa Ltd managed to import over 350 embryos of Girolando dairy cow breed from Brazil.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Boost to milk, beef production as over 350 embryos of Brazilian Girolando cow breed arrives
New strategy targets youth in fight against violent extremism
A new strategy to counter violent extremism will now incorporate youth engagement to fighting the vice.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
New strategy targets youth in fight against violent extremism
New strategy to fight violent extremism to target youth in ending the vice
A new strategy to counter violent extremism will now incorporate youth engagement to fighting the vice.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
New strategy to fight violent extremism to target youth in ending the vice
Safaricom eyes shift to tech company by 2030
Safaricom chief executive officer Peter Ndegwa says the firm is on course to transform from a telco to a technology company by 2030.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Safaricom eyes shift to tech company by 2030
Emissions from built sub-sector dip for the first time since 2020
A growing number of countries are working to decarbonise buildings even as sluggish progress and financing gaps put global climate goals at risk.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Emissions from built sub-sector dip for the first time since 2020
Dutch businesses call for action on trade barriers
Business leaders highlighted issues such as delayed VAT refunds, taxation, import duty and bribery. They also discussed fines, customs procedures and government contracts.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Dutch businesses call for action on trade barriers
First Lady Rachel leads push to revive "Maziwa Ya Nyayo"
First Lady Rachel Ruto is on a mission to revive the school milk programme popularly known as Maziwa ya Nyayo.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
First Lady Rachel leads push to revive "Maziwa Ya Nyayo"
KPC explains why demolition of Taj Mall stalls crucial
Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) says demolished stalls at the former Taj Mall area in Embakasi had encroached on pipeline wayleave.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
KPC explains why demolition of Taj Mall stalls crucial
NIS ignored Baragoi banditry attack intelligence
Turkana professionals have decried the sluggish response by security personnel following recent banditry attack at Kilepoi in Baragoi, Samburu North.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
NIS ignored Baragoi banditry attack intelligence
Logistics firm eyes regional growth after rebrand
Agility Logistics Ltd has officially rebranded to Alliad Kenya, signifying the next phase in its growth as it reinforces its commitment to providing integrated solutions across Africa and beyond.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Logistics firm eyes regional growth after rebrand
Afreximbank in pact to promote industrial parks, economic zones
Afreximbank, Africa's trade development bank, has ratified a series of initiatives designed to support Kenya's industrialisation and export-led development agenda.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Afreximbank in pact to promote industrial parks, economic zones
Involve youths in policy policy reforms to tackle skills mismatch, unemployment
The government has also been criticised for rolling out education policy reforms that are not evidence-based, often arising from political declarations rather than research.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Involve youths in policy policy reforms to tackle skills mismatch, unemployment
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Kenya Power, City Hall tiff reveals Sh26.6 billion in power bills debts
The recent tiff between City Hall and KPLC has exposed how piling unpaid power bills debts are hindering it from offering efficient services to the nation.
By James Wanzala 1 month ago
Kenya Power, City Hall tiff reveals Sh26.6 billion in power bills debts
Former Chief Justice Maraga condemns attack on judges
Retired Chief Justice David Maraga has defended the Supreme Court which is battling for its soul following myriad allegations facing it.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Former Chief Justice Maraga condemns attack on judges
Harambee Sacco to pay 15pc dividend on shares
Harambee DT Sacco has recorded an improved growth and declared 15 percent dividend on shares and 9 percent on deposits.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Harambee Sacco to pay 15pc dividend on shares
Maraga hints at presidential bid, vows to end graft and uphold law
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has hinted at his willingness to serve Kenya as its sixth president, given the opportunity.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Maraga hints at presidential bid, vows to end graft and uphold law
Report: Kenya among nations with alarming hunger levels
Kenya is among 42 countries with alarming hunger levels, according to the Global Hunger Index (GHI).
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Report: Kenya among nations with alarming hunger levels
Most countries, including Kenya, unprepared for rising obesity
Kenya is among countries that do not have sufficient plans and policies in place to deal with rising obesity levels, researchers at the World Obesity Federation have warned.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Most countries, including Kenya, unprepared for rising obesity
Varsity unveils hub to train solar hot water system installation experts
As homes and hotels adopt solar water heating to save on power costs, demand for solar hot water system experts has risen.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Varsity unveils hub to train solar hot water system installation experts
Malulu Injendi eulogised as a great leader and generous man who loved education
Moses Malulu Injendi was more than just a politician-he was a man driven by an unshakable passion for education and an unwavering commitment to helping the less fortunate.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Malulu Injendi eulogised as a great leader and generous man who loved education
Senator Cheptumo eulogised as peace loving man, defender of devolution
The late Baringo County Senator William Kipkiror Cheptumo has been eulogised as a peace loving and generous man.
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
Senator Cheptumo eulogised as peace loving man, defender of devolution