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Nyota beneficiaries in three Central Kenya Counties, Murang’a, Kirinyaga and Nyeri gathered at Ihura Stadium, Muranga, to receive another tranche of the funds that offers seed capital to thousands of youths to establish businesses in…
More than 7,000 youths from Murang’a, Nyeri and Kirinyaga counties have received business startup funding being the second phase of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Programme, a government initiative aimed at…
Nzoia Sugar Company has paid more than Sh700 million to farmers since resuming operations this year, as the miller reports improved production, faster payments and major investments aimed at restoring its fortunes. Chief Executive Officer…
Bungoma County has received medical equipment worth more than Sh50 million in a major boost in provision of quality healthcare services, expected to strengthen vaccine storage, distribution and emergency medical care. Governor Kenneth…
The government has underscored its commitment to improving the work of Community Health Promoters (CHPs) across the country in order to realize universal health coverage. Speaking in Trans Nzoia during the launch of the County Community…
As dawn breaks over the rolling green hills of Vihiga County, hundreds of tea farmers stream into neatly manicured tea fields, baskets strapped to their backs. Their hands move swiftly across the emerald bushes, carefully plucking the…
The Busia County Government, in partnership with Colleges and Institutes under the Kenya Blue Economy Skills Training (KBEST) Programme, has launched a fully equipped modern training kitchen at Busia Vocational Training Centre to enhance…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is set to unveil an ambitious roadmap that will transform the country’s livestock and meat industry into a commercially viable sector capable of generating Sh1 trillion annually.…
The directorate of affordable housing and urban development has expressed concern over the ability of some of the contractors to deliver the projects within the stipulated time frame. According to the Secretary, State Department of…
Kenya has made history by hosting the Rafting World Cup Series for the first time, with 35 teams from 18 countries competing on the Sagana River in Murang’a County from July 9 to 12. The championship, the first of its kind to be held on…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected a record Sh2.844 trillion in taxes and agency revenues in the 2025/2026 financial year, registering its strongest growth in recent years as key sectors of the economy boosted government revenue.…
Residents of Tharaka Nithi county have been urged to turn out in large numbers for the upcoming Chuka Igambang’ombe Cultural Festival, a two-day event aimed at celebrating the community’s rich cultural heritage, traditions and indigenous…
For decades, the people of Tana River County have lived with a painful paradox. Despite being home to Kenya’s longest river, thousands of households and livestock compete for dwindling water sources. Water scarcity has not only affected…
The bancassurance sector is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by the implementation of the Insurance (Bancassurance) Regulations, 2020, and the integration of insurance services into mobile banking platforms, creating a one-stop…
The Eastern Region Secondary Schools Sports Association (ERSSA) Chairperson, Dr. Bernard Mutunga, has challenged sports officials and referees to uphold fairness and discipline, while teams play during the ball games term II. Dr. Mutunga…
A solemn wave of grief swept through Mombasa’s Marikiti Market as hundreds of residents, family members, and civil society activists gathered for a candlelight vigil at the exact spot where 23-year-old student John Joshua Kalaghe…
A private-sector-led dual apprenticeship programme that has trained over 400 young people in Nairobi has expanded to Mombasa, with organizers targeting at least 280 apprentices in its first cohort in the coastal city. The Propela Dual…
The government through the State Department for Mining has come up with proposals, aimed at streamlining the mining industry and transforming it into a leading source of revenue for the country. The new regulations include the Draft…
Siaya Governor, James Orengo, has criticized Siaya Senator, Oburu Odinga, over his remarks advocating for a “little benevolent dictatorship,” describing the statement as unfortunate and warning that such sentiments could erode the…
Boda boda operators in Homa Bay County have raised concerns over the rise in motorcycle thefts saying the trend threatened their livelihoods and the general business climate in the area. They said the menace was exposing them to heavy…
Kenya Industrial Estates (KIE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County Government of Kiambu to strengthen enterprise development, industrialization and the growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the…
Tuk-tuk operators in Mombasa have issued a seven-day ultimatum to the County government to address their concerns over the new transport regulations failure to which they threatening to withdraw their services. The operators, represented…
The affordable housing programme has officially kicked off in Marsabit County, following the handing over of a two acre construction site to a contractor, where 220 housing units will be built Presiding over the ceremony, Marsabit County…
Isiolo leaders both at the county administration and national government, alongside development partners have convened in Isiolo to finalize preparations for the operationalization of the Isiolo Export Abattoir, ahead of a scheduled…
