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A new a new KSh12.95 billion (US$100 million) global fund aimed at ending Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) will be launched in Kenya next week as activists, survivors, funders and policymakers push for greater investment in the…
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration from Murang’a University of Technology. Barasa’s doctoral research examined county governments’ branding strategies and their impact on…
Safer Power Group has secured Ksh 2.19 billion ($17m) credit from SBM Bank to support expansion of its power infrastructure manufacturing capacity in Kenya. Under the deal, Safer Power will utilise the financing to support construction of…
A judge has ruled the US Department of Defense acted unlawfully when it designated artificial intelligence (AI) startup Anthropic a supply chain risk, calling the move “illegal and baseless”. The company argued in the lawsuit that Defense…
Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu has urged Meru residents to take advantage of government programmes aimed at equipping young people with skills, creating employment opportunities and improving household incomes. …
From learning a new skill to understanding a complex topic, more people across Sub-Saharan Africa are turning to TikTok not just for entertainment, but also as a place to learn, discover and share knowledge. Across the region, creators are…
Health experts have raised concerns over increasing cases of resistance to antibiotic treatment, calling for integrated approach to counter the threat. The scientists are also worried by rising incidences of cross transmission of diseases…
The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has committed to supporting Kenya and other African countries in integrating climate information into environmental management, nature-based solutions, and ecosystem-based adaptation. Head of…
Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to working with other African countries to prevent, detect and respond to cross-border health threats, noting that health emergencies do not respect national boundaries. Speaking at the high-level…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has declared Uganda Ebola free following 42 consecutive days without a new confirmed case. This milestone follows the discharge of…
A multi-agency team, led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), has continued its relentless crackdown on illicit alcohol. The team struck a counterfeiting den in Jericho, Makadara sub-county,…
The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority is calling for maximisation of productivity during the expected heavy rainfall driven by the El Nino phenomenon during the short rains season of October, November to December. The Weatherman says…
The Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya (ABAK) has called for stronger enforcement measures against counterfeit alcohol amid growing consumer concerns over product authenticity and quality. ABAK Chairperson Kui Kinyanjui said…
The InteRussia international fellowship programme, “Professional Training for Drama and Film Actors”, has begun in Moscow. The programme involves 14 young actors from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, India, Egypt, Türkiye, South Africa,…
As next year’s elections approach, journalists have been cautioned against falling prey to misinformation which is rampant during the era of artificial intelligence (AI). Media Council of Kenya (MCK) Chairman Maina Muiruri says the media…
The government has underscored its commitment to reducing plastic pollution at source and promoting sustainable waste management through stronger refill and reuse systems. Speaking during the handover policy recommendations on…
The revival of the South Nyanza Sugar Company (Sony Sugar) has emerged as a major economic lifeline for residents of Awendo and the larger Migori region with company officials highlighting significant improvements in production, farmer…
The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has issued sugar millers across the country with a seven-day notice to pay farmers for the sugarcane already delivered to factories. According to the board, millers who fail to clear their payments to farmers…
Kenya is targeting greater self-reliance in medicines as 13 pharmaceutical manufacturers advance plans to establish production facilities, supporting health security and reducing import dependence. According to a statement by the Pharmacy…
Kenya and the United States have reviewed the progress of their health cooperation, with discussions focusing on the sustainability of supported health programmes and preparations for the next phase of the partnership. The discussions took…
President William Ruto has affirmed the right of Kenyans to peaceful protest while calling for accountability over alleged human rights violations during the 2024 demonstrations. Speaking during the commemoration of the 16th anniversary of…
At least 273 people have died and about 1,400 remain missing after a glacial collapse triggered devastating flash floods along the Nepal-China border. The disaster struck on Wednesday after an ice-and-rock avalanche in the Himalayas sent a…
The government has affirmed that it is working to ensure that Kenyans are safe from the effects of the above average rainfall expected during the October, November to December short rains season. Environment and Climate Change Principal…
President William Ruto has said the success of Kenya’s Constitution should be measured by the quality of life of citizens rather than how frequently its provisions are invoked. Speaking during Katiba Day celebrations marking 16 years since…
