In the aftermath of catastrophic floods that have wreaked havoc in Ruaraka Constituency and the entire Nairobi,Ruaraka UDA leader Boaz Kiprop Cheluget is calling for an immediate review of infrastructure in Nairobi City. The floods have caused extensive damage and displacement, underscoring the urgent need for improved infrastructure resilience. Boaz, […]
BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, has announced the kick-off of its flagship art competition. In its sixth edition, Art Master Africa calls oncreatives across the region to depict their interpretation of Ubuntu (or One Africa), this year’scompetition’s theme, using the iconic BIC ballpoint pen. Submissions will […]
The Academy will upskill and empower 10,000 technicians in the next 5 years. Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has launched the Connect Academy, a programme that will offer premier industrial training for fibre optic technicians. Announced on the sidelines of the Connected Africa Summit 2024, the academy aligns with Safaricom’s commitment to […]
Global Tilapia, a prominent fish products manufacturer in Kenya, has introduced a novel product named “Ready to Eat.” This new offering presents whole tilapia fish, available in various sizes, cooked and conveniently frozen for consumers. The company distinguishes its product by providing value addition services such as frying, freezing, packaging, […]
Investment, Trade, and Industry Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano EGH joined His Excellency President William Ruto on Tuesday morning for the inauguration of Nexgen Packaging Kenya EPZ Limited. This latest addition to Kenya’s Export Processing Zone (EPZ) program marks a significant achievement, pushing the total number of licensed EPZ companies in […]
The Public Petitions Committee, chaired by Hon. Janet Sitienei, Vice Chairperson and Turbo MP, has received a petition from Wajir North MP, Hon. Ibrahim Abdi, concerning the banning of asbestos as a roofing material in Kenya. Despite the Kenyan government banning the use of asbestos in 2006, the petition highlights […]
The Blue Economy, Water, and Irrigation Committee convened today to outline its agenda for the final quarter of the 2023/24 Financial Year. Chaired by Hon. Kangogo Bowen of Marakwet East, the committee’s discussions will primarily focus on pressing issues affecting water and irrigation sectors. One of the critical topics to […]
Cabinet Secretary for Water Sanitation and Irrigation, Mr. Zachariah Njeru, convened a pivotal meeting on Tuesday with leaders from the Ukambani region to discuss pressing water issues and connectivity projects. The meeting, held at Maji House in Nairobi, saw the participation of key figures such as Cabinet Secretary for EAC, […]
The Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU) organized an intensive one-day training induction for shopstewards from Nairobi County today. The training, held at the Union Headquarters in Hurlingham, Nairobi, was facilitated by Dr. Isaac GM Andabwa (OGW) and supported by the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K). Dr. Andabwa […]
By Elijah Odanga The Law Society of Kenya has called upon Mithika Minturi, the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture, to urgently address issues plaguing the National Fertilizer Subsidy Program (NFSP), which they describe as an “unprecedented horror show.” Faith Odhiambo, LSK President, expressed concern over the Ministry’s failure to implement effective […]