Alice Maina (centre), Chairlady Starehe, reads a statement flanked by Ruth Kawira (second right), National Chairlady Nairobi County, and Mary Njuguna (right), Chairlady Dagoretti North, during a press briefing at a Nairobi hotel, February 12, 2026. Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organization (MYWO) Nairobi County has dismissed recent allegations circulating in sections of the Gutter media (Citizen)…
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo speaking during the Zamba Heritage Congress, held in Nairobi on 11th,February,2026. Kenya has reiterated its commitment to large-scale forest restoration and sustainable management, with Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo calling for stronger partnerships to support the country’s ambitious tree-growing programme….
Nairobi, Kenya – World Vision Kenya (WVK) joins the global community in marking the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), under the global theme “Towards 2030: No End to Female Genital Mutilation Without Sustained Commitment and Investment.” This day is a reminder that ending FGM is a shared responsibility that demands…
FSC Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Peter Alele ( 2nd right),Dr. Subhra Bhattacharjee (4th right) with other stakeholders poses for the photo during the Zamba Heritage Congress held in Nairobi on Tuesday ,10,February,2026. Africa has marked a major milestone in its forest and climate agenda as the Inaugural Zamba Heritage Congress officially opened in Nairobi,…
World Vision Kenya has launched its 2026–2030 National Strategy alongside its Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Business Plan, outlining an ambitious roadmap to improve the wellbeing of 13.3 million children, families and communities across 33 counties. The strategy prioritises reaching 3.04 million of the most vulnerable children through integrated programming, strategic partnerships and evidence-based advocacy,…
As the International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) Kenya’s AI training programme nears its conclusion, selected women journalists across the country continue to sharpen their skills in the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence and digital tools in journalism. NewsLight Kenya was among the participants in the programme, which goes beyond basic automation…
TVET Principal Secretary Dr. Esther Muoria speaking during a press briefing in Nairobi. Nairobi, Thursday 4,2026— The government has reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing reforms in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, assuring learners and parents that the introduction of programme modularisation has not increased the cost of training in public institutions. Speaking…
Ndaba Mandela (centre) with Dr. Wilton George Ekpo Adebowale Mcdonald II, a globally respected legal, financial and investment leader (left), and iBenjamen Adeyanju, a Silicon Valley-based climate innovation & energy access specialist (right) during the briefing. Nairobi, 4 February 2026— African leaders and young people must move beyond rhetoric and recommit to the rule of…
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir describes e-mobility as a game-changer, noting that it is part of the modernisation of transport as well as the national development agenda. President Ruto’s administration is fast-tracking the adoption of electric vehicles because it is a key cog in the national development agenda, Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary…
Airtel-Africa-9M-Infographic. NAIROBI, JANUARY 30, 2026 – Airtel Africa’s total customer base increased by 10% to 179.4 million for the period ended December 31, 2025, supported by a customer-centric strategy that continues to underpin strong operating momentum, with increased network investment, digitization, and innovative new partnerships, demonstrating tangible progress in delivering our strategic priorities. The Group’s…
