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Kenyan named 2024 SDG Pioneers winner by United Nations Global Compact at UNGA

Nairobi, 25 September 2024:Kenya’s Kevin Getobai of Ololo Farm and Lodge has been recognized as a 2024 SDG Pioneer winner by the United Nations Global Compact for his transformative work in sustainable agriculture.                              Kenya’s Kevin Getobai (seated, second from right) receives the 2024 SDG Pioneers award in the Africa SMEs Category at the Leaders Summit during […]

todaySeptember 25, 2024 13

Breaking News

MPOX VIRUS IN KENYA, WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE VIRUS

The World Health Organization has declared MPOX, formerly known as Monkeypox, a global health emergency. Kenya confirmed its first case of monkeypox in late July 2024. The patient was detected at the Taita Taveta border point with Tanzania. This individual was traveling from Uganda to Rwanda through Kenya, and the Ministry of Health has issued advisories for vigilance and preventive measures to mitigate further spread. Monkeypox, caused by the monkeypox […]

todayAugust 19, 2024 17 1

News

KENYAN HIGHWAY TAXES PROPOSAL BY KENHA

Kenyans may soon have to pay toll fees on several major highways, including the Thika Superhighway, Nairobi Southern Bypass, Nairobi-Nakuru-Mau Summit Highway, and others, as part of a new proposal by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA). This policy aims to fund the maintenance and rehabilitation of these roads, potentially freeing up the Road Maintenance Levy (RML) for other new infrastructure projects. However, this proposal has been met with widespread […]

todayAugust 19, 2024 7

Highlights

PRESIDENT RUTO SWEARS IN NEW CABINET

On August 8, 2024, President William Ruto presided over the swearing-in ceremony of 19 newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries at State House, Nairobi. The event was attended by senior government officials, family members of the appointees, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. This marks a significant reshuffle and formation of a broad-based government aimed at addressing key national issues. In his address, President Ruto emphasized the expectations […]

todayAugust 13, 2024 11

News

KENYA; THE OLYMPIC CHAMPIONS OF AFRICA

Kenya had a remarkable run at the 2024 Paris Olympics, finishing with a total of 11 medals (4 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze), making it the leading African nation in the medal standings and ranking 17th globally. 1. Gold Medals:    - Faith Kipyegon: She secured her third consecutive Olympic gold in the women’s 1500m, solidifying her status as one of the greatest middle-distance runners in history.    - […]

todayAugust 13, 2024 12

Breaking News

Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Resigns And flees country amidst Protests

On Monday, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh resigned and fled the country following weeks of escalating protests. The demonstrations, which began over a controversial job quota system, intensified into widespread unrest demanding her resignation. The situation in Bangladesh has been marked by significant violence, with hundreds of fatalities reported as the government attempted to suppress the protests. The protests originated from discontent over the reinstatement of a job quota […]

todayAugust 6, 2024 13

News

President William Ruto Launches ‘X’ Space Dialogue amid protests to bridge youth’s perspectives

On Friday the 5th of July 2024, President William Ruto engaged with Kenyans on social media  in an X Space session where he addressed several pressing issues affecting the nation. The discussion covered topics such as the controversial Finance Bill 2024-2025, the recent protests against the bill, and the arrests that occurred during the demonstrations. . The president's participation was part of a broader conversation that included over 129,000 Kenyans […]

todayJuly 8, 2024 15

Breaking News

Aircraft Carrying Malawi’s Vice President Goes Missing

A plane carrying Malawi’s Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine other people has gone missing after it failed to make a scheduled landing on Monday, according to the presidential office. The Malawi Defense Force Aircraft carrying Chilima and others left the capital of Lilongwe at 9:17 a.m. local time (3.17 a.m. ET), the presidential office and cabinet said in a statement. The plane had been scheduled to land at the […]

todayJune 10, 2024 11 5

Business

Kenya Breweries Limited Overall Winners At The Energy Management Awards

Yesterday, the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) held the Energy Management Awards (EMA) gala dinner. This annual event celebrates outstanding energy management and honors companies that have significantly reduced their energy usage through efficient practices and technologies. Kenya Breweries Limited - Nairobi emerged as the overall winner of the 2024 EMA during the 20th edition of the awards, themed "Celebrating 20 Years of Efficiency in Energy Management and Sustainability." British […]

todayMay 21, 2024 22 1

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