Safaricom Foundation has unveiled the Wezesha Agri-Eco Hub Project, an ambitious Ksh 120 million initiative designed to empower over 5,000 youth, women and persons with disabilities in Busia County through agribusiness and sustainability-focused ventures. The two-year program, a collaboration with Ustadi Foundation, Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA), Alupe University, and the County Government of Busia,…
Kenya has joins the global community in commemorating International Human Rights Day themed Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now. On his statement,the Government Spokesperson Dr Isaac Mwaura noted that this year’s theme underscores the urgent need to protect and promote the dignity and freedoms of every individual, as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human…
Kenya remains at a crossroads in addressing human rights abuses, Chief Justice Martha Koome has said, despite transformative judicial rulings from the High Court and superior courts. Speaking at the High Court Human Rights Summit, CJ highlighted enduring issues including extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, rising femicide, gender-based violence and the suppression of peaceful assemblies. “These…
Kenya and Qatar have celebrated the 53rd National Day celebrations of the State of Qatar,reflecting Qatar’s role as a global partner and commitment to building bridges across the nations. Speaking on Monday during the celebration,the Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Ali Joho, expressed Kenya’s strong support for Qatar, marking the enduring…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced the launch of a new direct route between Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and London’s Gatwick Airport (LGW), set to begin on 2 nd July 2025. Kenya Airways (KQ), The Pride of Africa, is a leading African carrier on a mission to propel Africa’s prosperity byconnecting its people, cultures,…
Safaricom’s mobile money platform, M-PESA, has reached a remarkable 34 million subscribers in Kenya, reinforcing its position as a leader in financial inclusion and innovation. The milestone, achieved in November 2024, highlights Safaricom’s commitment to delivering accessible, seamless and secure financial services across the country. Launched in 2007 and set to celebrate its 18th anniversary…
The Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars Team, comprising 32 of Kenya’s top young football talents 16 boys and 16 girls will soon embark on an international training camp in Spain. These standout players were scouted during the eight regional finals held across the country, including Western, Nyanza, Rift Valley, Eastern, Coast, Central, North-Eastern, and Nairobi. Currently…
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has announced comprehensive security measures to ensure the safety of citizens and visitors during the festive season and New Year celebrations. Speaking on Wednesday during a press briefing,Interior and National Administration, Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo outlined the plans, accompanied by senior officials from various security agencies. The…
The launch of the Innovation Agencies in Africa (IAA) Network is a pivotal development that seeks to revolutionize Africa’s innovation landscape by connecting national and regional ecosystems to tackle the continent’s pressing challenges and drive sustainable growth. IAA Network addresses a crucial need for a unified approach to innovation with Africa facing rapid technological changes…
Kenya has launched the Africa Centre of Competence for Digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Skilling and the Timbuktoo GreenTech Hub with the aim of advancing digital innovation and driving green transformation. The initiative, unveiled on Friday, December 6, at Konza Technopolis by President William Ruto, aims to position Africa as a global leader in technology-driven…
