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Gertrude’s wins global accreditation as Kenya steps up antimicrobial stewardship

(L to R): Dr. Robert Nyarango, CEO of Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, and Dr. Joseph Mbuthia, Paediatric Infectious Disease Consultant and Chair of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, pose with the Global Antimicrobial Stewardship Accreditation Scheme (GAMSAS) certificate at Gertrude’s Children Hospital in Muthaiga. Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital is the first healthcare institution in…

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NCBA expands sustainable homeownership drive as solar leasing solution rolls out at Coast

NCBA Group has expanded its push to make homeownership more affordable and sustainable after rolling out a new Solar Leasing solution in the Coast region, targeting home buyers and property investors seeking flexible financing options. The lender unveiled the initiative  during the Mombasa Property Investment Tour, where it showcased a suite of housing finance products…

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Savannah Honey, Laikipia women’s groups strike deal to scale commercial beekeeping enterprises

A new partnership in Laikipia County is set to transform smallholder beekeeping into a structured, market-driven enterprise, offering rural women new opportunities to earn sustainable incomes through climate-resilient livelihoods. Savannah Honey Ltd has signed a five-year agreement with women’s producer groups in Laikipia under the Nurture Project, implemented by Swisscontact and funded by the Wyss…

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NEWS LIGHT KENYA Expands Digital Presence with Launch of Official YouTube Channel

An image of NLK YouTube Channel officially launched. Follow this link to subscribe for timely updates: https://youtu.be/HONbGkICVVo?si=T1lgj6k6ywvp6q_2 NEWS LIGHT KENYA has taken another major step in strengthening its digital footprint with the official launch of its YouTube channel, marking a new chapter in the media platform’s commitment to delivering timely, credible and engaging news content…

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More Support Needed for Children Living with Disabilities, Partners Say

From L to R: Margaret Kariuki, Head of Sustainability East Africa Region, Sanlam Allianz (Kenya) Limited; Dr Carol Waweru,  Head of Impact Programs, Gertrude’s Hospital Foundation, and Scholastica Kiboro, Head of Partnerships Growth and Marketing, Sanlam Allianz, (Kenya) Limited engage with a child during an art activity at their second annual inclusive sports and wellness event…

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NCBA Group and Diplomatic Trade Commissioners Champion Kenya as a Strategic Gateway to East Africa

Nairobi, Kenya – 4th  June 2026 – NCBA convened diplomatic trade commissioners and ambassadors from over 20 countries and missions, alongside development partners and investors, for a high-level forum in Nairobi aimed at deepening trade and investment across East Africa. The engagement underscored the importance of coordinated action in unlocking economic growth, expanding market access,…

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