Kenya’s agriculture sector continues to be the backbone of the economy, contributing 20 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) directly and another 27 percent indirectly through linkages with other sectors. Employing over 40 percent of the population and more than 70 percent of rural communities, the sector remains a priority for economic growth and…
Wiper Party leader and People’s Loyal Opposition Leader, H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, has reaffirmed his commitment to championing the rights of Kenyans while eulogizing the late Johnson Nzoika, the former Chairman of the Kenya Primary Schools Head Teachers Association (KEPSHA). Speaking during Nzoika’s memorial service in Donholm, Nairobi, Dr. Musyoka hailed the deceased’s legacy…
The Food Systems and Nutrition Financing Architecture (FINAS) Secretariat has emphasized the need for a strategic recalibration of food systems financing to address emerging global challenges such as climate shocks, pandemics, and shifting international policies. Speaking at the launch event, FINAS Secretariat representative Charity Mutegi highlighted the importance of fostering a policy environment that supports…
(L-R) Mogo Product Marketing Manager for Car Log book Loans Valerie Zenata with Mogo Customer Joseph Ng’ang’a and Mogo Deputy Country Manager Branton Mutea at the launch of The Best Price Guarantee Campaign Launch. Mogo, East Africa’s leading asset financier, has launched its Best Price Guarantee campaign, reinforcing its position as the go-to provider for…
Nairobi is set to host the 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference (EAAC) from March 25-28, 2025, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss sustainable farming practices. The event, co-organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Biovision Africa Trust, and other regional partners, aims to build on the success of the 2023 inaugural conference, which…
Uganda’s Minister, Honourable Fred Bwino, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to agroecology, emphasizing its role as a science, a practice, and a movement that promotes farming methods in harmony with nature. Speaking at a high-level agricultural forum, Bwino highlighted the importance of using organic alternatives instead of relying heavily on inorganic inputs. “Agroecology is about…
Agricultural experts and policymakers have emphasized the urgent need to adopt agroecological practices to enhance soil health, improve productivity, and ensure food security in Africa. The summit, attended by government officials, researchers, and farmers, underscored the need for homegrown solutions to address soil degradation. Speaking during a press briefing at a high-level summit on fertilizers…
XRP Healthcare, a leading innovator in AI-driven healthcare and mergers & acquisitions, has announced plans to go public by the third quarter of 2025, accelerating its IPO timeline from an initial 2027 target. The company will list on a Canadian stock exchange as part of a broader strategy to fuel its expansion and cement its…
The Absa Kenya Foundation has pledged KES 3 million to support vulnerable communities during the Holy Month of Ramadhan, reaffirming its commitment to being a force for good. In collaboration with Muslim community associations and local mosques, the Foundation is distributing food and essential supplies to over 800 households, benefiting more than 2,400 people across…
Over 1,500 students from five Junior Secondary Schools in Kajiado County have gained valuable skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through a mentorship and outreach programme led by the Centre for Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA). The five-day programme, launched at Enkasiti Junior Secondary School in Isinya Sub-county, aims to…
