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Kapsabet Stadium Set to Transform Sport into Economic Opportunity

An aerial view of the Kapsabet Stadium under construction next to the Eliud Kipchoge Sports Complex in Nandi County. Once completed, the Government-owned facility will provide athletes with free access to a modern venue for training and competition, further strengthening the county’s sporting ecosystem. The rising Kapsabet Stadium is expected to do more than produce…

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Nairobi golf caddies trained as first responders in emergency readiness drive

CEO, The Nairobi Hospital Mr. Felix Osano awarding a caddie. More than 100 golf caddies from leading clubs across Nairobi have graduated with Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Responder certification in a programme aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness within the golfing community. The month-long training was conducted by The Nairobi Hospital in partnership with…

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Safaricom equips Kiambu Polytechnic students with digital skills for future jobs

Students at Kiambu National Polytechnic have received practical training in digital technology, entrepreneurship and Agritech through the Safaricom Hook Circle programme, as efforts to prepare young people for an evolving job market gather pace. The two-day programme,brought together industry experts and technology partners to expose students to emerging career opportunities beyond traditional employment. Students gain…

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Britam Introduces Tailored Insurance Solutions for ICPAK Members

Britam General Insurance has deepened its push into Kenya’s professional services market through a partnership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) that will provide more than 40,000 accountants with tailored insurance products. The agreement gives ICPAK members access to medical insurance, professional indemnity cover, motor insurance and home insurance, as the…

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Grassroots Women Demand End to Intimidation of Accountability Defenders

Grassroots women leaders from across Nairobi have called on the government to end what they describe as growing intimidation, harassment and attacks targeting civil society organisations and individuals championing public accountability, warning that such actions threaten transparency and good governance. In a joint statement released on Tuesday, the women said attacks on organisations advocating for…

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Karua declares femicide a national governance crisis, launches #ActNowToEndGBV campaign

People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has declared the rising cases of femicide and violence against women and children a national governance crisis, accusing the State of failing in its constitutional duty to protect vulnerable citizens as she unveiled a nationwide campaign to push for urgent action. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, July…

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