Sharon Atieno

Talanta Sports City Where National Heritage Meets First World Ambition

Talanta Stadium’s shield taking shape with only the spears on the first shield yet to be moulded. The first shield at Talanta Sports City is nearly complete, and the spears are being meticulously moulded, signalling more than just construction progress; it reflects Kenya’s ambition to merge global standards with African identity. Inspired by the national…

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Bridge the Festive Budget Gap with Smart, Accessible Financing

Christmas is a season of endless wish lists, skyrocketing grocery bills, and the pressure to create memories that will last a lifetime. But when your finances are stretched thin, even the simplest joys like hosting your family or buying gifts for loved ones can feel like a daunting challenge. Imagine yourself at the market, haggling…

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250 Youth Graduate from DigiTruck Digital Skills Programme in Dagoretti North

Two hundred and fifty young people in Dagoretti North today stepped into the digital economy after graduating from an intensive digital skills programme delivered through the DigiTruck Digital Literacy Initiative, a community-based intervention aimed at strengthening employability and innovation among youth. The graduation ceremony, presided over by Hon. Beatrice Elachi, Member of Parliament for Dagoretti…

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The Aga Khan University Hospital Achieves Fifth Successive International Quality Accreditation

JCI Surveyor Mr. Muhammad Akbar Khan (left), hands over the JCI Triennial Survey Exit Report to Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi CEO Rashid Khalani. The hospital secured its fifth consecutive JCI accreditation, confirming sustained excellence in quality and patient safety. Nairobi, Kenya, 22 December 2025— The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) has been…

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Ngong Road Expansion 90% Complete as Night Work Minimises Disruption to Commuters

An aerial view of the new Ngong Road undergoing construction. The expansion of Ngong Road, one of Nairobi’s busiest transport corridors, is now 90 per cent complete, with authorities assuring that the remaining works are being carried out at night to minimise disruption to commuters. The project is expected to significantly ease the chronic traffic…

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Ngong Road Expansion Nears Completion, Promising Major Traffic Relief

An aerial view of the new Ngong Road undergoing construction. The expansion of Ngong Road, one of Nairobi’s busiest transport corridors, has reached 90 per cent completion, with contractors assuring motorists that the remaining works are being undertaken at night to minimise disruption. The project, which includes the Junction Mall flyover, is expected to significantly…

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Kenya Urged to Safeguard Human Rights Ahead of 2027 Polls Amid Regional Democratic Decline

Kenya has been urged to strengthen human rights protections ahead of the 2027 General Election to avoid electoral violence and democratic backsliding witnessed in parts of Africa. This call was made during the National Symposium on Human Rights and the Ballot in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities, held on December 16, 2025, at the Ole Sereni…

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IAWRT Empowers Women Journalists With AI Tools for Digital Storytelling

The International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) Kenya has intensified efforts to bridge the digital divide in the country’s media sector by hosting the fourth session of its training series on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools for female journalists. The latest session focused on AI in multimedia journalism, underscoring…

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IPF Launches Study on Wealth Tax, Urges Gradual Reforms Before Implementation

The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) on December 9, 2025, launched its latest research paper titled “Tax the Rich: Can Kenya Get Wealth Taxation Right?” at the Ngong Hills Hotel, bringing together policymakers, government agencies, civil society actors, development partners and journalists to interrogate the feasibility of wealth taxation as a tool for reducing inequality…

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Can Kenya Tax the Rich? IPF Report Lays Groundwork for Wealth Tax Debate

The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) on December 9, 2025, launched a new research paper titled “Tax the Rich: Can Kenya Get Wealth Taxation Right?” at the Ngong Hills Hotel, igniting a national conversation on progressive taxation as a pathway to addressing Kenya’s deepening inequality. The study, unveiled brought together journalists, civil society organisations, government…

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