By James Mutua The estate of former Nyeri Governor, the late James Nderitu Gachagua, has dismissed claims of disinheritance and misappropriation of assets, stating that all beneficiaries were catered for in full compliance with the deceased’s will. In a public statement, the executors said the estate, valued at billions of shillings, was distributed to 23…
By Editor Konza Technopolis, in collaboration with Delta Motor Sports, staged the highly anticipated Easter weekend “Race Wars” motorsport event, drawing more than 1,500 enthusiasts, innovators, creatives, and industry players. The two-day spectacle marked a significant milestone in Konza’s evolution as Africa’s leading smart city, featuring 40 high-performance racing cars competing across multiple categories in…
By Editor Coca-Cola has officially launched its ‘Coke with Meals’ campaign in Kenya, spotlighting the role of everyday meals in creating memorable shared experiences. The campaign highlights how daily dining moments, from lunches with friends and quick bites between classes to after-work street food and family dinners, serve as the backdrop of everyday life. It…
By James Mutua Residents in Wajir County are experiencing improved sanitation and health outcomes following the rollout of EcoSan toilets targeting vulnerable households under a major water and sanitation initiative. The project, implemented by Wajir Water & Sewerage Company (WAJWASCO) with support from development partners, has seen the construction of 35 EcoSan toilet units distributed…
By Editor The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Britam Foundation on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at accelerating efforts to reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths in marginalized and vulnerable communities across Kwale County and Nairobi. The partnership will scale up the Lea Salama Programme, a transformative initiative focused on expanding…
By Editor Communications Authority of Kenya has ranked Safaricom PLC as the leading mobile network operator in the country in its latest Quality-of-Service (QoS) report for the 2024–2025 financial year, reaffirming the telco’s dominance in network reliability and customer experience. The report, which evaluates operators under a framework established in 2017, assessed performance across end-to-end…
By East Africa Journal Reporter The 4th East African Community Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Conference opened in Kigali with a major milestone: the launch of the EAC AI Alliance and a Regional Network on Artificial Intelligence in Education and Research. Held under the theme of harnessing AI for a resilient and inclusive region, the…
By Jameson The government has extended the nationwide mentorship program under the NYOTA Project to April 8, 2026, allowing more beneficiaries to complete a critical phase of enterprise development aimed at strengthening youth-led businesses across the country. Speaking during a press briefing in Nairobi on Tuesday, Principal Secretary for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Susan…
By Business Editor Kenya’s push to cement its position as a regional technology powerhouse gathered momentum with the opening of the three-day Safaricom Engineering Summit – Decode in Nairobi. Convened by Safaricom in partnership with Microsoft, Google, Dell Technologies, and Huawei, the summit brings together developers, innovators, and global tech leaders to shape the country’s…
By James Mutua The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General, Senator Hassan Omar Hassan, today issued nomination certificates to the party’s candidates ahead of the by-elections scheduled for 14 May 2026 at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi. The candidates include David Kipsang Keter for the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary seat, Daniel Lolngojine for Poro Ward in…
