Initiative signals new push to bridge digital divide in underserved communities Nairobi| 27 April 2026-Kenya has marked a significant step in advancing digital inclusion and education with the launch of the Mukuru Digital Classroom at New Mukuru Primary School, unveiled during the Connected Africa Summit 2026 in Nairobi. The initiative, situated within the Mukuru Affordable…
In Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, a town globally known for producing elite athletes, a different kind of transformation is taking shape, one that is quietly reshaping livelihoods, education and the quality of life for residents working on the Affordable Housing Project. 27-year-old, Sharon Kosgei a resident engaged in general works at the construction site says…
Ugandan runner Dorrine Chesang and Kenya’s Koech Cheruiyot were crowned champions of the Eldoret City Marathon after dominant performances in the women’s and men’s races respectively on Sunday. Chesang powered to victory in the women’s race after clocking 2:30:26, holding off a strong challenge from Kenya’s Margaret Muruiki who finished second in 2:30:45. Jackline…
NOCK Deputy President Barnabas Korir has joined the growing list of athletics stakeholders in congratulating Kenyan runners following their outstanding performances at the London Marathon. Korir lauded Sabastian Sawe for his historic run, where he stormed to victory in a remarkable 1:59:30, describing the feat as a proud moment for Kenyan athletics and a continuation…
A public transport vehicle uses the newly graded road, significantly reducing travel time and improving the transport of mangoes, a key cash crop in the county. In Endoo Location, Endoo Ward in Elgeyo Marakwet County, residents say time itself once felt like a burden whenever they had to travel. What should have been a routine…
Molocyce Esther – Senior ICT Officer, Partnerships at Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy and Adam Lane, Policy and Partnerships Lead at Huawei Kenya. Nairobi, Kenya, April 2026 — Kenya is set to officially launch an Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Disability Project aimed at expanding economic opportunities and digital inclusion for young persons…
Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi delivered an eye-catching performance to win the men’s 1500m at the Absa Kip Keino Classic on Friday. Stepping out of his preferred two-lap event, Wanyonyi proved his versatility by powering to victory in a personal best time of 3:34.11. He held off a strong challenge from Olympic 1500m bronze medallist…
Kenya is on the brink of making environmental history after an environmentalist from Elgeyo Marakwet County successfully broke the Guinness World Records for the most trees planted within 24 hours. Hillary Kiplagat Kibiwott achieved the remarkable feat after planting 23,326 trees in a single day at Kessup Forest, surpassing the previous record of 23,060 trees…
Olympic champion Gabby Thomas is among a host of elite athletes who have already arrived in the country ahead of the highly anticipated Kip Keino Classic set for Friday evening. The World Athletics Continental Tour Gold label event will be staged at Nyayo National Stadium, with action scheduled to run from 4pm to 9pm in…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans that the country remains secure, even as authorities heighten vigilance ahead of the election campaign period. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security in Nairobi, Mr Murkomen called on political leaders to promote peaceful campaigns and reject the use of gangs and…
