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The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) will convene the NBA International Scientific Conference 2027 from 1–4 February 2027 in Nairobi, Kenya. The conference will bring together scientists, policymakers, biosafety regulators, researchers,…
The government, through the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), has partnered with Thika-based cotton industry, Thika Cloth Mills to distribute Bt cotton seeds worth Sh400 million to farmers in seven counties in a renewed push to revive…
More than 21 groups of women, youth and persons living with disabilities in Kangema Constituency have benefited from Sh4.76 million under phase 9 of the Uwezo Fund disbursement. The fund is aimed at boosting small enterprises and promoting…
The Government plans to introduce a disability rights charter to strengthen inclusion and guide the next phase of disability rights reforms, Dr Isaac Mwaura has said. Speaking during a Diversity Benchmarking Focus Group Session at the…
Young innovators in Kenya have been challenged to maintain proper finance, transform their ideas into profitable businesses and develop products capable of competing in global markets. The innovators were urged to combine creativity with…
Residents of Ombeyi-Miwani Ward in Muhoroni Constituency have called on the Kisumu County Government to fast-track the upgrading and gazettement of Ramula Health Centre to a Level 3 facility to improve access to essential healthcare…
The County Government of Nyeri has converted 978 employees from 11 county departments from contractual employment to permanent and pensionable terms. According to Nyeri Governor, Dr Mutahi Kahiga, the move is aimed at boosting the morale…
Residents of Ng’enyilel Ward in Turbo Sub-County have welcomed the ongoing road improvement works along the Lower Bukwo–Upper Bukwo–Tuiyobei River road, expressing appreciation to Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii’s administration for undertaking…
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Health Aden Duale has reaffirmed that advancing Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda requires not only policy reforms but also strategic partnerships, efficient resource utilization, and a relentless…
Residents of Vihiga County have called for inclusive representation, farmer education and sustainable agricultural practices during a public participation forum on the proposed Vihiga County Agroecology Bill, 2026. The forum, organised by…
Absa Group has expanded its international presence with the opening of its Dubai office, strengthening two-way trade and investment connections between the Middle East and Africa. Located in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC),…
The Government is seeking to place women, young people, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) at the centre of national policy, with the Presidency stepping up efforts to coordinate institutions responsible for advancing…
The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has rolled out the distribution of incontinence supplies targeting at least 200 people with autism spectrum disorder and other related developmental disabilities in Kericho County.…
A total of 1,000 women drawn from more than 60 women’s groups in Busia County have enrolled in a two-year empowerment programme aimed at strengthening their entrepreneurial skills, leadership capacity and economic independence. The…
Nine people, including current and former officials of Eco-Pillar Sacco Society Limited, have been implicated in an alleged Sh260 million fraud scheme involving suspected manipulation of financial systems, fraudulent accounts, questionable…
Kiambu County’s liquor licensing committee is reviewing its approach to licensing and enforcement ahead of county-wide inspections scheduled to begin in November, with a focus on strengthening compliance, improving transparency in license…
Kiambu County has launched a Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO) for Community Health Promoters (CHPs), bringing together the county’s 3,156 CHPs to strengthen their financial welfare and improve their access to savings and…
The government has launched new guidelines aimed at improving governance in artisanal mining, enhancing environmental protection and promoting safer, more sustainable mining practices as Kenya seeks to increase the sector’s contribution to…
Women farmers have called for improved access to markets, land, finance and agricultural extension services to strengthen their contribution to Kenya’s food and nutrition security. The farmers said inadequate market access and limited…
As Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) from across the country gather in Kisumu city this week for the ongoing Seventh County Assemblies Sports Association (CASA) Games, on the sides, business flourishes Food, clothes, hats and caps and…
Smallholder farmers in Nakuru County are expected to gain improved access to agricultural credit, farm inputs and climate-smart farming support under a five-year partnership between the County Government and Tupande, the Kenyan branch of…
Businessman and Mombasa gubernatorial aspirant Suleiman Shahbal used a fireside chat at Coastal Youth Innovation Week to urge young people to never despair or give up in pursuit of success. The session, part of Coastal Youth Innovation…
President William Ruto has delivered on his promise to the people of Karachuonyo constituency, Rachuonyo north sub county deputy county commissioner (DCC) Daniel Cheruyot has said The DCC revealed that during the funeral ceremony for…
The Principal Secretary, State Department for Irrigation, CPA Ephantus Kimotho, was on Thursday (today) appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Centre for Transformative Research and Development (CETRAD) during its…
