The Macadamia Nut Processors Association of Kenya (MACNUT) Chairperson, Jane Maigua, alongside local farmers, has rejected claims that recent government policies on macadamia have led to a significant price drop from Ksh 150 to Ksh 90 per kilogram. Speaking in Diani, Kwale County, following a three-day workshop on Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe’s directives, Maigua emphasized…
A recent study by Zizi Afrique Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the National Gender and Equality Commission, has revealed critical gaps in the implementation of Kenya’s school re-entry policy for adolescent mothers. Conducted in Samburu, Siaya, and Mombasa counties between October and December 2024, the study explored how school re-entry affects…
Governor Johnson Sakaja has interdicted two senior county officers implicated in an illegal garbage dumping scandal near Stima Plaza. The move comes as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirms that a formal probe is underway. Speaking before the County Assembly’s Committee on Administration and Internal Security, Sakaja condemned the incident, terming it a breach…
NCBA Group has announced a significant investment of KES 12 million towards education and empowerment initiatives, benefiting over 150 students across the country. This funding is part of the bank’s annual KES 100 million commitment to uplifting communities through education and mentorship. The scholarships, distributed through various education partners, aim to bridge existing financial gaps…
As the world marks World Wildlife Day today, World Animal Protection (WAP) is calling for urgent measures to protect Africa’s wildlife from escalating threats that endanger their survival. In a statement, WAP Wildlife Campaign Manager Edith Kabesiime warned that despite Africa being home to some of the world’s most unique species, its rich biodiversity is…
Steve Itela, CEO of the Conservation Alliance of Kenya together with conservationist stakeholders during a press briefing Environmental organizations, led by the Green Belt Movement and the Conservation Alliance of Kenya, marked Wangari Maathai Day 2025 on March 4, honoring the legacy of the late Nobel Laureate and environmental champion, Professor Wangari Maathai. Speaking on…
The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has seized over 500 counterfeit brake pads valued at Kshs 937,500 in a crackdown at Impala Downtown HQ Ltd in Baba Dogo, Nairobi. Acting on a public tip-off, ACA inspectors raided the premises and discovered the illicit goods, which were falsely branded to mimic a leading trademark in the motor vehicle…
Civil society organizations (CSOs) engaged in a high-level dialogue on regulatory compliance during the HENNET Kenya CEO Breakfast & Special General Meeting held at Radisson Blu Hotel. The event, attended by key sector leaders, provided a platform to address pressing concerns about the May 14, 2025, deadline for alignment with the Public Benefit Organizations (PBO)…
Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) has introduced a new, exciting beverage to the market Smirnoff Ice Pineapple Punch, a vibrant and flavourful drink designed to add a spark to social occasions. The latest addition to the Smirnoff Ice lineup combines smooth vodka with a zesty tropical pineapple flavour, targeting young, confident consumers eager to enhance their…
A new budget analysis has revealed that Universal Child Benefit (UCB) could provide social protection for over one million children in Kenya by 2030, significantly reducing child poverty and promoting long-term economic growth. The Fiscal Space Analysis Report, launched in Nairobi, highlights the urgent need for a universal approach to child welfare, as more than…
