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Kitui Green Run Targets 1,000 Participants in Push for Climate and Water Conservation

More than 1,000 participants are expected to take part in the upcoming Kitui Green Run as organizers intensify campaigns to position the event as a platform for climate awareness, water conservation and environmental sustainability. Dubbed “Running for Rain,” the marathon is expected to bring together elite athletes, amateur runners, environmental champions and local residents in…

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Clergy Lead Mombasa Mater Heart Run to Support Children With Heart Conditions

Hundreds of residents in Mombasa on Saturday participated in the 2026 Mater Heart Run aimed at raising funds for children in need of life-saving heart surgeries. The event, held at Loreto Convent Mombasa, brought together families, schools, corporate organisations and church groups in support of vulnerable children suffering from heart conditions. Archbishop Martin Kivuva and…

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Mombasa Cement Ltd, Athi River Plant crowned overall winner at the 2026 Energy Management Awards

Kenyan manufacturers and businesses demonstrating excellence in sustainability, energy efficiency and green industrialization were celebrated at the 2026 Energy Management Awards (EMA), with Mombasa Cement Ltd Athi River Plant emerging as the Overall Winner in a competition that highlighted the growing shift by industry toward cleaner and more efficient production systems. The awards, organized by…

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Over 17,000 Register as Nairobi City Marathon Launches Fifth Edition

The fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon was officially launched on Thursday, with organizers promising a bigger and more exciting race experience as over 17,000 participants have already registered. Speaking during the launch, Barnabas Korir said this year’s event will once again give runners a unique opportunity to race along Kenya’s iconic Expressway, the…

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Manufacturers Push for Faster Shift to Clean Energy Amid Rising Production Costs

Manufacturers have called for accelerated adoption of clean technologies, affordable energy solutions and stronger public-private collaboration to cushion industries from rising operational costs linked to volatile fuel prices, expensive electricity and global supply chain disruptions. The calls were made during the Clean Energy Conference and Expo held at the Sarit Expo Centre under the theme…

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KAM Statement on the Increase in the Cost of Fuel

18th May 2026 Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) expresses deep concern over the sharp increase in fuel prices announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) on 14th May 2026. Fuel prices now stand at KSh 214.25 for Super Petrol, KSh 242.92 for Diesel, and KSh 152.78 for Kerosene, the highest ever, in Kenya’s history. Between…

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Murkomen, Joho Back Grassroots Sports at Cheraa Unity Cup

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Mining CS Hassan Joho on Saturday led calls for increased investment in grassroots sports during the inaugural Cheraa Unity Cup held in Cherang’any Sub-County under the OKM Foundation. The two Cabinet Secretaries said Kenya has immense untapped talent that can only be nurtured through sustained community tournaments and youth…

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