Amb Philip Thigo Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology to the UN Flanked by Huawei Executives after the TechCARES session held on the sidelines of MWC 2026. Barcelona, Spain, — Huawei has exceeded its global digital inclusion target, connecting more than 170 million people in remote and underserved communities across over 80 countries, surpassing its pledge…
(R-L) Airtel Kenya MD Ashish Malhotra, Customer Experience Director Goldermier Opiyo, Mombasa CBD Sales Manager Grace Mumbi & Coast Region Retail Manager Bradley Ochieng during the opening of a customer care hub at Cannon Towers. Mombasa,March 16, 2026 – In a bid to bring services closer to customers, Airtel Kenya Managing Director Ashish Malhotra presided over…
Captain Njagi Kabugu (front right) receives a trophy from Chess Kenya Vice President Andrew Owili (front left) after Equity emerged the Best Club winner at the Kisumu Chess Open in Kisumu Equity Chess Club successfully defended its Best Club title at the Kisumu Open Grand Prix 2026, reaffirming its dominance on the national chess scene…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said the ongoing grassroots elections by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) across 18 counties are progressing smoothly, with strong voter turnout and minimal disruptions. Speaking during a press conference on Saturday, Kindiki said the party was conducting grassroots elections in counties including Trans Nzoia, Samburu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Uasin Gishu,…
International beauty brand ALLSO has officially entered the Kenyan market with the launch of its flagship store at 20th Century Plaza along Mama Ngina Street, marking a major step in the company’s global expansion. The new outlet, located in Nairobi’s Central Business District, introduces Kenyan consumers to the brand’s full range of beauty products including…
Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel has been confirmed as the headline act for the newly launched Talanta East Afrika Festival, a regional cultural showcase set to tour three East African cities in May 2026. The Jamaican star, whose music enjoys a strong following in Kenya, will lead the lineup as the festival makes stops in Kampala,…
By Joseph Atulo, Head of Platforms (Child Participation and Policy), Mtoto News International The Budget Policy Statement (BPS) is arguably the most important compass in Kenya’s financial landscape. On February 11, 2026, this critical document was tabled in Parliament, marking a high-stakes moment in the national budget cycle. As lawmakers deliberate on its contents, the…
From Left: Rio Fish CEO Angela Odero (Kenya), Sosai Energy Solutions CEO Habiba Ali (Nigeria/Zambia), M-Taka Solutions CEO Benson Abila (Kenya) Malaica AG CTO/Co-founder Victor Murage Ndegwa (Kenya), Somo Africa Trust Partnership Lead Celestine Otieno and CEO Amelia Hopkins Phillips (Kenya) during the Sankalp Africa Awards 2026. Nairobi, Kenya — Kenyan startups emerged as standout…
UDA Secretary General Sen. Hassan Omar addressing the press in Nairobi on February 27, 2026 The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has hailed its clean sweep in the just-concluded by-elections as a clear endorsement of its reform agenda and a rejection of what it termed “empty rhetoric” from the opposition. Speaking to the press on Friday…
International Commission of Jurist (ICJ) Kenya and Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has Convene a Citizen Assembly on Elections and Freedom of Expression with an aim of Exploring them Ahead of Polls. As the country approaches the next electoral cycle, stakeholders are intensifying conversations around the balance between free expression and responsible civic engagement, with…
