The Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced a bold move to allocate 65 percent of its loan disbursements to smallholder farmers, a strategic decision unveiled during the FINAS2025 conference held in Nairobi. Themed Empowering the Backbone of African Agriculture, the forum brought together key stakeholders in agricultural financing to explore solutions that promote inclusive growth…
The 4th Regional Research Conference on Land Reform officially opened today with a strong call for action, reflection, and collaboration in Kenya’s land governance sector. Speaking during the launch, Commissioner Esther Mathenge of the National Land Commission (NLC) emphasizing on the theme Taking Stock of the Land Reform Progress in Kenya,she reiterated that the NLC…
The Judiciary has emerged as a critical actor in shaping Kenya’s land reform trajectory, championing constitutional values and equity through progressive jurisprudence. Speaking during the 4th Regional Research Conference Justice Oscar Angote, Principal Judge Environment and Land Commission of Kenya delivered his address on Taking Stock of the Land Reform Progress in Kenya. He underscored,…
A team of innovative Kenyan students has emerged as one of the top three finalists in the prestigious 2025 Microsoft Imagine Cup, the world’s premier technology competition for student innovators. The team, made up of Anthony Marugu (African Leadership University), Branice Kazira (Machakos University), Gheida Abdala Al Mashjery (Technical University of Mombasa), and Daniel Phillip…
Kenya’s agriculture sector took centre stage at the 2025 Summit on Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS), as the government outlined bold reforms aimed at transforming agricultural financing, enhancing productivity, and fostering inclusive growth. Speaking at the summit, the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture underscored a renewed commitment to placing the Kenyan farmer at the heart of…
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By Brenda Rawer| Nairobi | May 19, 2025 A massive fire swept through the densely populated Mathare 4B area late Sunday night, leaving dozens of families homeless 6 dead,3 hospitalised and destroying property worth hundreds of thousands of shillings. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire broke out around 11:45 PM, quickly engulfing makeshift structures made of…
Karakuta Fresh Produce has commissioned a state-of-the-art 7,500-tonne capacity packhouse in Nairobi to grade and pack avocados sourced from its 180-acre farm and 1,500 smallholder farmers across Kenya. The facility was officially unveiled by Equity Group Managing Director and CEO Dr. James Mwangi, alongside Karakuta CEO Grace Ngungi, in a ceremony attended by government officials…
Equity Group Holdings Plc has been named a Superbrand in East Africa, reaffirming its status as a leading and trusted financial institution in the region. The recognition celebrates the bank’s unwavering commitment to quality, reliability and distinction the three pillars used by Superbrands to assess brand excellence. This marks the fourth time Equity has received…
Principal Secretary,State Department of Tourism John Ololtuaa. Kenya is gearing up to host over 6,500 delegates from 40 countries during the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE), slated for October 1–3, 2025, at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi. The landmark event, themed Sustainable Tourism Growth: Unlocking Africa’s Potential, will spotlight intra-African collaboration and sustainability…
