By Editor Young people in Bungoma County are increasingly benefiting from transformative digital opportunities through the Government’s Jitume Digital Enablement Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at expanding digital job creation, strengthening digital skills, and narrowing the digital divide at the grassroots. The programme, led by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy and…
By James Mutua The Institute for Meteorological Training and Research (IMTR), a directorate of the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) and the designated Africa Regional Training Centre for English-speaking countries under the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), has launched a new Training Curriculum on Weather and Climate Information Services for Private Sector Stakeholders. The curriculum, jointly…
By Jameson Mutua The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), together with leading business membership organisations, has urged Parliament to revise key proposals in the Finance Bill 2026, warning that excessive taxation could undermine economic growth, job creation and Kenya’s competitiveness in the region. Speaking during a press briefing held jointly with the Kenya Bankers Association…
By Staff Writer Jumbo Chem Kenya Limited, a leading East African manufacturer of thermal insulation and soundproofing solutions, has launched its 15th anniversary Corporate Social Responsibility project at Kasunguni Secondary School. In marking its “15 Years of Insulating Kenya” milestone, the company moved away from traditional corporate celebrations and instead completed a comprehensive insulation project…
By James Mutua Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to placing science, technology and innovation at the centre of Kenya’s development agenda during the inaugural Science, Technology, Research and Innovation for Society (STRI4Society) Week at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. Speaking at the…
By Editor A new range of high-end wall and floor coating solutions has officially been introduced into the Kenyan market as South Africa’s Mixx Cement partnered with Pavilion Master Builders to showcase innovative finishing products designed for modern construction and interior design. Speaking during a product seminar in Nairobi, Mixx Cement CEO Moya Blight said…
By James Mutua Kenya has reaffirmed the critical role of accurate and reliable measurements in shaping credible public policy, industrial growth, and public trust during the 2026 World Metrology Day celebrations organized by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) in Nairobi under the theme “Metrology: Building Trust in Policy Making.” Speaking on behalf of Principal…
By Editor MultiChoice, a Canal+ Group company, has unveiled the “Everything Can Wait” campaign, a fan-focused initiative aimed at energizing Kenyan football enthusiasts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled for 11 June to 19 July across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Launched in Nairobi, the campaign seeks to transform how fans watch football…
By James Mutua The government has reaffirmed its commitment to restoring economic stability and easing the burden on Kenyans arising from the continued rise in global fuel prices, amid growing concerns over the high cost of living and transport disruptions across the country. Speaking during a press briefing at the headquarters of the United Democratic…
By James Mutua Matatu stakeholders have announced a one week suspension of the ongoing public transport sector strike following fresh negotiations with the Government over the rising cost of fuel. Addressing the media on Tuesday after meeting matatu stakeholders, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the Government recognizes the hardships Kenyans are…
