KAM Statement on the Increase in the Cost of Fuel
18th May 2026 Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) expresses deep concern over the sharp increase in fuel prices announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) on 14th May 2026. Fuel prices now stand at KSh 214.25 for Super Petrol, KSh 242.92 for Diesel, and KSh 152.78 for Kerosene, the highest ever, in Kenya’s history. Between…
James Mwangi champions technology-driven trade and inclusion at Africa CEO Forum
 Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi addresses guests during the tech-themed breakfast hosted by Equity Group on the sidelines of the ongoing Africa CEO Forum. Equity Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi has called for deeper collaboration between governments, financial institutions and technology players to unlock Africa’s digital economy and accelerate intra-African trade. Speaking during…
Africa already has the opportunity and the finance. But the local operational ecosystems are still in their nascent stages.
Rishabh Khanna, Earthbanc AB Co-Chief Executive Officer The conclusion of the Africa Forward Summit 2026 leaves behind an unmistakable signal to the continent: global investors are taking Africa’s green economy more seriously than ever. At the two day Summit in Nairobi, Kenyan President William Ruto, French President Emmanuel Macron, African leaders, European investors and international business executives…
Visa Unveils New White Paper on Privacy and Security for Women-Led Small and Micro Businesses Using Digital Financial Services
Victor Makere, Visa Country Manager for Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi and Rwanda; Nono Malefane, Visa Senior Director of Government Engagement for Sub-Saharan Africa; Panos Loukos, GSMA Director, Financial Inclusion and Julians Amboko, Business Journalist at Nation Media Group. Nairobi, Kenya – May 18th 2026 – Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, in today announced the…
Murkomen, Joho Back Grassroots Sports at Cheraa Unity Cup
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Mining CS Hassan Joho on Saturday led calls for increased investment in grassroots sports during the inaugural Cheraa Unity Cup held in Cherang’any Sub-County under the OKM Foundation. The two Cabinet Secretaries said Kenya has immense untapped talent that can only be nurtured through sustained community tournaments and youth…
HRMPEB records highest candidature as 2,094 sit April 2026 exams
The Human Resource Management Professionals Examination Board (HRMPEB) has announced the results of the April 2026 CHRP and CBET examinations, with the Board recording the highest number of candidates in a single examination series since its establishment. A total of 2,094 candidates sat for the Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP), CBET Diploma and Craft Certificate…
UDA Expresses Confidence After Strong Showing in Recent By-Elections
United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar has expressed confidence in the party’s growing political influence following victories in recent by-elections, saying the results reflect continued public support for President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking during a press briefing at the UDA headquarters on Friday after the Emurua Dikirr, Endo and…
Farmers Win Big in Bayer Campaign Promoting Certified Seeds
Farmers display prizes awarded during Bayer and KEPHIS’ certified seed verification campaign aimed at promoting the use of genuine seeds in Kenya. Speaking during a farmer reward event organised by Bayer in collaboration with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), Deputy Director for Seed Certification Ephraim Washira called on farmers across the country to remain…
UDA Leaders Call for Peaceful Polls and National Unity Ahead of By-Elections
Senior leaders from the ruling party have called for peaceful and democratic electoral processes as the country heads into upcoming by-elections in different parts of the country. Speaking during a party gathering, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar reaffirmed the party’s commitment to participating in elections across the country, saying the party remains confident and prepared…
Boss rolls out multi school feeding programme in Uasin Gishu County
Gladys Boss has launched a multi-school feeding programme across Uasin Gishu County in a bid to boost school attendance and improve learning outcomes among pupils. The programme, rolled out in partnership with Soy Afric, Amina Myren Foundation and KAPU Africa, seeks to provide nutritional support to learners in vulnerable communities across the county. Speaking during…
