Kenya has stepped up efforts to modernise its electricity grid as the government seeks to integrate more renewable energy into the national power system. This was revealed on Tuesday at the Kenya Energy Transition Forum 2026 in Nairobi, organised by the State Department for Energy in partnership with Huawei Kenya. The forum brought together government…
Across many parts of Africa, strong sunlight is a feature of everyday life throughout much of the year. Yet conversations about sun-related health risks focus on heat exhaustion and dehydration, overlooking ultraviolet radiation, which cannot be seen or felt. UV exposure varies by location, season, altitude, cloud cover and time of day, and it can…
World Bank and World Health Organization (WHO) analyses highlight a significant opportunity for private investment to support Africa’s health infrastructure and services, as sub-Saharan Africa’s health expenditure continues to grow but remains below global benchmarks. Kenya’s transition from the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA), alongside reforms in Tanzania, Ethiopia…
The deaths of at least 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem have sparked renewed scrutiny of Kenya’s pesticide regulatory regime, with conservation group WildlifeDirect calling for an independent investigation and sweeping reforms to protect wildlife, farmers and the public. The organisation says preliminary findings linking the deaths to cyanide-contaminated crops point to deeper failures in…
Kabras Sugar staged a superb second-half comeback to beat Menengai Oilers 19-5 and win the Dala Sevens title on Sunday, reclaiming the top spot in the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings. Trailing 5-0 at halftime, the Sugar Millers responded with three unanswered tries to secure their first title of the 2026 campaign and erase the…
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming modern healthcare, combining technologies that improve diagnosis, treatment, research, and healthcare operations. From detecting diseases in medical scans to streamlining hospital workflows, AI is increasingly helping clinicians make faster and more data-driven decisions. While once viewed as a futuristic concept, many AI-powered tools are already becoming part of everyday medical…
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has unveiled PATA MORE, a new customer value campaign aimed at offering more affordable connectivity, enhanced digital payment services and improved business solutions across its product portfolio. The campaign introduces upgraded data bundles, expanded M-PESA benefits, faster fibre internet and additional value for businesses and smartphone users as the telecommunications giant seeks…
Members of the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health have pledged to push for increased funding for the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), citing its critical role in health research, disease surveillance and the development of locally made medical innovations. The commitment followed an oversight visit to KEMRI’s Nairobi facilities, where the legislators reviewed the…
The government has called on development partners, the private sector, and local communities to invest in Kenya’s forestry sector, emphasizing that stronger partnerships are essential to restoring degraded landscapes, creating jobs, and enhancing climate resilience. Speaking during a donors’ round-table breakfast meeting in Nairobi on Tuesday, Forestry Principal Secretary Gitonga Mugambi said the government cannot…
A new study has found that employer-led skills training delivers measurable financial returns for businesses while improving employment opportunities for young people, offering a practical solution to Kenya’s youth unemployment and skills shortage. The Return on Investment (ROI) Study on the PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme shows that companies investing in apprenticeships record an average 30…
