The push to make farming in Eastern and Central Africa more resilient to climate change has gained fresh momentum, following the validation of the Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Scaling Strategy developed by the Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA). The comprehensive roadmap, which aims toContinue Reading
He was the voice of a generation, raw, humble, and unfiltered. From the streets of Nairobi to national fame, Shalkido’s story captured the dreams and heartbreaks of Kenya’s youth. From the Streets to the Stage Born and raised in the bustling estates of Nairobi, Kevin Mburu Kinyanju, fondly known asContinue Reading
Nairobi, Kenya – A 41-year-old Kenyan woman was dramatically arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Friday night after detectives thwarted her attempt to smuggle cocaine to Dubai, in a fresh reminder of Kenya’s battle against international drug trafficking. The suspect, identified as Anna Nekesa Kisaka, had allegedly concealedContinue Reading
Nairobi, Kenya, October 3, 2025 — The International Finance Corporation (IFC) convened a press roundtable with senior leadership to explore how Africa’s financial sector can unlock and channel domestic capital toward sustainable development. The session was led by IFC’s Vice President for Africa, Ethiopis Tafara, to discuss innovative financial solutions drivingContinue Reading
Nairobi, Kenya, 24 September 2025: Carrefour, which Majid Al Futtaim owns the exclusive rights to operate in Kenya, has introduced an advanced self-checkout service at its Two Rivers Mall store, enhancing speed, convenience, and customer experience. This marks Carrefour’s twelfth store in Nairobi to offer self-checkout. The service is powered by an upgradedContinue Reading
NAIROBI, Kenya – September 25, 2025 – Crown Paints PLC today announced its partnership with the Kenya Property Developers Association (KPDA) as a Merchandise Sponsor for the upcoming KPDA 2025 Annual Conference. The premier real estate forum is scheduled for Thursday, 25th September 2025, in Nairobi and will convene industryContinue Reading
Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai has launched a scathing attack on the growing trend of political parties endorsing relatives of deceased leaders, warning that the practice threatens the very foundation of Kenya’s democracy. Alai’s remarks come as most ODM politicians rally behind Boyd Were, son of the late Kasipul MP OngondoContinue Reading
I&M Bank’s iMara strategy drives expansion into key economic hubs, strengthening support for MSMEs and trade facilitation NAIROBI, Kenya – September 8, 2025 – I&M Bank has announced the opening of two new strategic branches in Kapsabet, Nandi County, and Nyali, Mombasa County, marking yet another significant milestone in theContinue Reading
Samsung’s Glare-Free technology supports deep black colors, even in bright viewing conditions SEOUL, Korea – Sept. 8, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that its 2025 OLED TV (S95F model) has been officially certified as a Real Black display by the Verband der Elektrotechnik (VDE), a leading electricalContinue Reading
Kenyans are feeling the pinch of another surge in the cost of living as food, fuel, and rent prices climb to record levels. Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics shows inflation remains stubbornly high, eating into household budgets. Read: Balconies, Backrooms & Boot Sales: Inside Nairobi’s Silent HustleContinue Reading