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As Floods Intensify, East African Leaders Seek Solutions to Climate-Driven Migration

Stakeholders during a panel discussion during the IOM Regional Symposium  on Climate Mobility at Moven pick hotel in Nairobi from  March 24-26, 2026 Climate change is rapidly emerging as one of the biggest drivers of displacement across East Africa, forcing thousands of families to abandon their homes as floods, drought and environmental degradation intensify across…

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Kenya Rallies Support for Four-Nation Women’s Football Tournament

Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing sports and supporting national teams ahead of an upcoming four-nation women’s football tournament. Speaking during a press briefing at Talanta Plaza, Mvurya said the tournament featuring Kenya, Malawi, Australia, and India will provide a key platform to…

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Media Urged to Educate Consumers on Waste Management as Kenya Enforces EPR Framework

Panel discussion during the KEPRO Media breakfast in Nairobi on Tuesday March 24, 2026 The media has been urged to play a leading role in educating consumers on responsible waste management as Kenya steps up enforcement of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework aimed at reducing pollution and strengthening recycling systems. The call was made…

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Progress and Purpose: Luqman Ali Sets Sights on South C Leadership in 2027

City politician Luqman Ali has formally announced his plan to run for the South C ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in the 2027 General Election. Unveiling an agenda anchored on Progress, youth empowerment,  and community development. Speaking on Sunday, March 15, Luqman expressed confidence in winning the seat currently held by Abass Khalif,…

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Equity Tops Africa’s Banking Brands, Ranked Kenya’s Most Valuable Brand

Nairobi, March 23, 2026 — Equity Bank has reinforced its dominance in the financial sector after being ranked Africa’s strongest banking brand and Kenya’s most valuable brand in the latest assessment by Brand Finance. The lender posted a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 93.9 out of 100, earning the top-tier AAA+ rating and securing…

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NBK Records 178% Growth in Pre- Tax Profit as Turnaround Gains Momentum in FY 2025

National Bank of Kenya (NBK), a wholly owned subsidiary of Access Bank PLC, has reported a strong financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, posting significant growth in profitability, strengthened capital position, and improved asset quality following its integration into the Access Group. Profit before Tax rose sharply to KShs 2.91 billion, up…

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Kazi Mashinani Unveils Nationwide Plan to Create Jobs for Youth and Women

Kazi Mashinani Kenya has announced an ambitious nationwide initiative aimed at creating massive employment opportunities for young people and women through community-based economic projects. Sharing data on the plan, the organisation’s chairman, Joachim Maragia, said the programme will focus on practical, income-generating ventures including fish farming, black soldier fly farming for waste management, smart garbage…

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DCI Launches Probe into Disappearance of Former Minister Raphael Tuju

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has started looking into the reported disappearance of former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju. This follows a missing person report filed at Karen Police Station. According to a statement on the agency’s official X account, Tuju’s family reported him missing on Sunday, March 22, 2026. His vehicle was later found abandoned…

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