NAIROBI, KENYA — The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has officially announced the winners of the landmark 10th anniversary edition of the BAKE Awards. The announcement follows a star-studded Winners Gala hosted on Saturday, June 27, 2026, bringing together East Africa’s premier digital visionaries, media-tech leaders, and global corporate brands. Anchored by the timely theme, “The…
President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), describing the sector as the backbone of Kenya’s economy and a key driver of employment, innovation, and inclusive economic growth. Speaking during the commemoration of World MSME Day 2026, President Ruto noted that MSMEs account for approximately 98 percent…
Even as Africa marked the annual Day of the African Child in remembrance of the 1976 Soweto Uprising in South Africa, education stakeholders have warned that millions of children across the continent continue to face deep inequalities that deny them access to meaningful learning. The concerns were evident at Wangu Primary School in Nairobi’s Dandora…
Kenyan businesses are leaving billions of shillings worth of cargo exposed to losses despite increasing risks in global trade, highlighting a significant opportunity for growth in the marine insurance sector. Industry data shows Kenya’s marine cargo insurance segment generated Sh2.94 billion in insurance service revenue in 2025, supported by 32 underwriting firms. However, the uptake…
African and Asian governments are facing mounting pressure to fix persistent healthcare and education gaps even as philanthropic organisations and international partnerships continue stepping in to bridge critical shortages in public systems. The challenge came into sharp focus during the 13th edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, where First Ladies, policymakers and development…
The matter was reported to the EACC, prompting detectives to launch a covert operation aimed at apprehending the suspect.
By mina , New York Kenya has used a high-level United Nations forum to champion a new approach to humanitarian assistance, urging the international community to shift its focus from emergency aid to long-term resilience financing. Speaking at the 2026 Humanitarian Affairs Segment (HAS) held at the UN Headquarters in New York, Secretary for…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Thursday inspected key infrastructure projects within the correctional services sector, including a newly completed 150-bed hospital at the Kenya Prisons Staff Training College in Ruiru, Kiambu County. The CS toured the Wanini Kireri Magereza Level 4 Hospital, an ultra-modern medical facility that is complete and awaiting…
Kenyans in formal employment are now contributing more towards their retirement savings following the phased implementation of enhanced contribution rates under the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Act of 2013. While the move has sparked concern among some workers who have seen a reduction in their take home pay, experts argue that the changes are…
KCB Group Plc has reinforced its leadership in sustainable finance after disbursing KSh48.8 billion in green loans to support environmentally sustainable projects across East Africa, according to the lender’s 2025 Sustainability Report. The financing supported projects in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, clean transportation, water management, and climate smart investments, reflecting the bank’s growing…
