Kenya elevates care work as a public good, pledges bold action to empower caregivers

The work that sustains families and fuels communities — caring for children, the sick, and the elderly — took centre stage on Thursday as Kenya marked the International Day of Care.

By 2 months ago

Platform aims to pay creators for purpose, not popularity

When a new digital platform entered Kenya’s communications space, it was easy to mistake it for another influencer marketing project.

By 3 months ago

Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future

Social Health Authority’s failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.

By 3 months ago

Kenya elevates care work as a public good, pledges bold action to empower caregivers

The work that sustains families and fuels communities — caring for children, the sick, and the elderly — took centre stage on Thursday as Kenya marked the International Day of Care.

By 2 months ago

Platform aims to pay creators for purpose, not popularity

When a new digital platform entered Kenya’s communications space, it was easy to mistake it for another influencer marketing project.

By 3 months ago

Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future

Social Health Authority’s failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.

By 3 months ago

Kenya elevates care work as a public good, pledges bold action to empower caregivers

The work that sustains families and fuels communities — caring for children, the sick, and the elderly — took centre stage on Thursday as Kenya marked the International Day of Care.

By 2 months ago

Platform aims to pay creators for purpose, not popularity

When a new digital platform entered Kenya’s communications space, it was easy to mistake it for another influencer marketing project.

By 3 months ago

Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future

Social Health Authority’s failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.

By 3 months ago

Platform aims to pay creators for purpose, not popularity

When a new digital platform entered Kenya's communications space, it was easy to mistake it for another influencer marketing project.

By Lillian Mutavi 3 months ago

Kenya's neglect of its children is a bet against the nation's future

Social Health Authority's failure to cushion the vulnerable deepens woes of a baby born in Kenya today.

By Lillian Mutavi, Ndungu Gachane 3 months ago

One in five Kenyan youth on Zindi secures a career shift, study finds

More than 8,000 Kenyan users analyzed, nearly 1,500 reported a career change linked to their Zindi participation.

By Lillian Mutavi 4 months ago

Kenya rolls out RPL certification for 40,000 youth to boost employability

NITA has kicked off a nationwide awareness drive on the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certification, targeting more than 40,000 youth.

By Lillian Mutavi 4 months ago

Kenyan meat processor QMP expands into Gulf and DRC with new halal line

QMP a privately owned, fully integrated meat firm has taken a significant step into international markets with the launch of new processed Halal meat products in the Gulf Cooperation Council.

By Lillian Mutavi 4 months ago

SMEs, startups driving innovation and CSR to shine at 2025 Pacesetters Awards

Kenya is set to take centre stage in the global business calendar as it hosts the 9th edition of the prestigious Pacesetters International Awards (PIA) on September 12, 2025 in Nairobi.

By Lillian Mutavi 5 months ago

Kenya-Japan partnership paves way for local vaccine manufacturing by 2027

Kenya has announced bold plans to start producing vaccines locally by 2027, marking a major step toward reducing reliance on donor support for regional health security.

By Lillian Mutavi 5 months ago

Experts caution: Kenya's VASP Bill holds the future of Web3

Kenya's emerging Web3 ecosystem stands at a critical juncture with the imminent enactment of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill, 2025.

By Lillian Mutavi 5 months ago

Errand App debuts to revolutionise deliveries in Kenya

Kenya has taken a bold step into the future of homegrown logistics with the launch of Errand App - a digital platform designed to turn everyday errands into a fast.

By Lillian Mutavi 5 months ago

Wajir Governor slams Sifuna over anti-Ruto remarks

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi dismissed Sifuna's statements as "not reflective of the party's official position", and urged ODM to focus on realignment ahead of 2027.

By Lillian Mutavi 6 months ago

From clashes to cohesion: How Kenyan youth are turning the tide through talent and unity

With a burgeoning youthful population, the nation faces the dual challenge of creating sustainable income-generating opportunities.

By Lillian Mutavi 6 months ago

State department wins top USAWA award for gender and inclusion excellence

State Department for Public Service and Human Capital Development has been recognised for its exemplary work in advancing gender equality and social inclusion.

By Lillian Mutavi 6 months ago

CS Ruku launches 59th Huduma Centre in Mogotio

CS for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku has launched Kenya's 59th Huduma Centre in Mogotio for citizen access to essential government services.

By Lillian Mutavi 6 months ago

Kenyan tech firm launches platform for people to co-own cloud servers

Kenyan tech firm Siscom has unveiled a new investment platform that allows ordinary citizens,small businesses to co-own high-performance servers, in a bid to localise cloud infrastructure.

By Lillian Mutavi 6 months ago

Speaker Kiusya back in court as Machakos Assembly power struggle escalates

Speaker Anne Kiusya has returned to the High Court to contest orders that reinstated nine suspended Members of County Assembly (MCAs), escalating political tensions in the county.

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

Crypto experts urge rethink of digital asset tax amid Sh10 billion revenue haul

Kenya's tax on digital assets has raised Sh10 billion in the past financial year, but industry leaders are warning the policy risks stifling innovation and investment.

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

Tyler Perry's Straw left us in tears, here's why

Some movies entertain. Some shock. A few inspire. Straw, Tyler Perry's latest film, is one such haunting masterpiece. Straw is not just a film. It is a collective reckoning.

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

Binance, Crypto Chamber back Kenya bill, urge balanced tax policy

Global blockchain powerhouse Binance and Kenya's VAC have praised the country's progress on cryptocurrency regulation, describing the recently introduced VASP Bill.

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

State agency to certify 420,000 Kenyans with skills

The National Industrial Training Authority has set an ambitious target of assessing and certifying 420,000 Kenyans through the Recognition of Prior Learning initiative.

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

Innovation takes centre stage as Kenya prepares for Africa Public Service Day 2025

A highlight of the celebration will be a public exhibition of transformative innovations by Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and County Governments (MDACs).

By Lillian Mutavi 7 months ago

NACADA shuts Kajiado rehab in national crackdown

NACADA has shut down Better Me Options Rehabilitation Center in Birikani, Kajiado East, for violating health and safety standards, in what marks the latest move in a nationwide crackdown.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

Mavoko residents plant bamboo trees to reclaim polluted Athi River

A section of Mavoko residents in Machakos County is calling on the county government to take firm action against industries discharging untreated waste into the Athi River.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

Kenya, Netherlands partner to end FGM by 2026

Kenya and the Netherlands have partnered to ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), child marriage, and other harmful cultural practices by 2026.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

Stakeholders urged to adopt eco-packaging in East Africa

Stakeholders in East Africa's packaging industry have been urged to strengthen collaboration, particularly in developing regional standards, to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly packaging.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

Huawei, Equity launch ICT academy at Open University

Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Equity Group Foundation has launched Huawei ICT Academy at OUK a transformative step toward equipping thousands with the digital skills.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

Shina foundation launches maternal and child health campaign in Kilifi

A boost to maternal and child health efforts in Kilifi County is underway as the Shina Foundation, led by former Makueni First Lady Mrs. Nazi Kivutha, joins the Okoa Mama na Mtoto Initiative.

By Lillian Mutavi 8 months ago

State targets to cut 10 per cent carbon emissions along Northern Corridor

The government, in collaboration with the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority, has launched a programme to enhance road safety and reduce carbon emissions.

By Lillian Mutavi 9 months ago

Political storm in Machakos as MCAs oppose Speaker's impeachment

23 Machakos MCAs mainly from the minority side, have dismissed the impeachment motion against Speaker Ann Kiusya as a politically motivated plot by Governor Wavinya Ndeti.

By Lillian Mutavi 9 months ago

Wajir battles Kala-azar: Over 600 infected as death toll reaches 25

The National Government has intensified its response to the Kala-azar outbreak in Wajir County, where the death toll has risen to 25.

By Lillian Mutavi 10 months ago

Study: Early school enrollment boosts kids' growth, empowers mothers

A joint study by Kenyatta University and Yale University has revealed that enrolling three-year-old children in school not only enhances their cognitive development.

By Lillian Mutavi 10 months ago

Standard Group CEO Marion Mwangi takes over as Women Network patron

Standard Group CEO Marion Gathoga-Mwangi has officially taken over as the patron of the Standard Group Women Network (SGWN).

By Lillian Mutavi 10 months ago