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Vivo Energy Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Premium Fuel Quality

Vivo Energy Kenya has reiterated its unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest fuel quality standards across its extensive network of over 320 Shell-branded retail stations. Speaking during a comprehensive media briefing at a Shell station in Nairobi, Vivo Energy Kenya Managing Director Peter Murungi emphasized the company’s stringent quality assurance measures and the superior performance…

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Kenyan Trade Unions Demand Worker Inclusion in AfCFTA Rollout

The Central Organization of Trade Unions Kenya (COTU-K) has called for the inclusion of workers’ rights in the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) due to the growing protectionist policies and shifting global trade dynamics. Speaking on Thursday during a press briefing, COTU second Assistant Secretary General Carolyn Chepkoech Rutto on behalf…

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Kenya Airways and Standard Chartered Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Travel Experiences

Kenya Airways (KQ)and Standard Chartered Bank have officially signed a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing travel experiences for affluent clients. The collaboration, announced today at Standard Chartered’s Head Office, introduces a suite of exclusive benefits designed to deliver greater convenience, rewards and seamless travel experiences. The partnership will offer Standard Chartered’s affluent clients and Kenya…

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France Unveils New Visa Application Centre in Nairobi to Streamline Services

TLScontact Nairobi Centre Manager Jackline Kivuva (left) handing over a passport with a French Visa to Rehema Melly who will be travelling to Marseille, France to volunteer. The French Embassy in Kenya has officially launched a new visa application centre in Nairobi, marking a significant step in improving visa processing services for Kenyan travelers. The…

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Ushiriki Wema Strengthens Women and Youth Empowerment with Key Partnerships

The Ushiriki Wema Women and Youth Empowerment program, an initiative founded by Madam Tessie Mudavadi, is expanding its impact across the country through new partnerships and county-level engagement. Ushiriki Wema Women and Youth Empowerment Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Program Director Sintoiyia Kasaine, emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader foundation that also…

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Kawangware Market Road Revamp Spurs Economic Growth

The Nairobi City County Government, through its Mobility and Public Works Sector, has launched an ambitious road construction and rehabilitation program across all wards. This initiative aligns the vision to improve mobility, restore order and uplift the lives of Nairobi residents.Among the newly completed projects is the rehabilitation of Kawangware Market Road in Gatina Ward,…

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Museum of Illusions Brings Mind-Bending Experience to Nairobi

The Museum of Illusions (MOI), the world’s fastest-growing museum chain, successfully opened its latest location in Nairobi. The museum has officially opened to the public on January 25th ,2025.Located at Laxon Court Plaza, Parklands, Ground Floor, the Nairobi Museum of Illusions joins a global network of over 50 locations, including iconic cities such as New…

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Authorities Bust Illegal Mineral Trade in Nairobi and Athi River

In a high-profile operation, law enforcement officers raided a residence in Eagle Plains Estate, Nairobi, and a warehouse in Athi River last evening, dismantling a suspected illegal mineral trading network. The crackdown led to the arrest of three Chinese nationals and one Kenyan individual, who are believed to be key players in the illicit activities….

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FKE Call for Government Action to Strengthen Economy and Spur Job Creation

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE), led by FKE National President Gilda Odera, has issued a detailed reflection on the state of the business environment, highlighting mixed outcomes of government initiatives and proposing urgent measures to ensure sustainable economic growth in 2025. According to the statement,FKE recognises achievements and challenges,acknowledging positive reforms in health, housing,…

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