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Nairobi Hospital Wins Global Award, Unveils New CT Scanner to Improve Patient Diagnosis

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Nairobi Hospital has received international recognition from the European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) and achieved ISO 15189 certification, marking a major milestone in its commitment to delivering world-class healthcare. The hospital has been certified in multiple quality domains including quality management, environmental sustainability, food safety, and laboratory competence solidifying its position as a top-tier…

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GOTAAB Kalenjin Association Champions Unity and Empowerment Across Kenya

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Founded in 2021, the GOTAAB Kalenjin Association (G.K.A.) is fast emerging as a model for inclusive community empowerment in Kenya. Registered under the Societies Act, G.K.A. is a nonprofit, nonpolitical welfare association driven by a mission to uplift individuals through leadership development, economic empowerment, and grassroots social outreach. Rooted in the Kalenjin word “GOTAAB”, meaning…

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GOTAAB KALENJIN ASSOCIATION (G.K.A.)

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GOTAAB Kalenjin Association (G.K.A.) is a registered nonprofit, non political welfare association founded in 2021 under the Societies Act of It’s mission is to empower individuals from all walks of life through unity, leadership training, economic empowerment, community development, and social outreach. While it’s name *“GOTAAB”* originates from the *Kalenjin language*, meaning *“Our Home”*, it…

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Safaricom and PLP Graduate 300 Youth in Tech Program, Boosting Kenya’s Digital Talent Pipeline

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Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in partnership with Safaricom’s youth platform, Safaricom Hook, has today celebrated the graduation of 300 young Kenyans from a transformative nationwide software development program. The initiative, launched in October 2024, is part of a broader effort to bridge the digital divide and cultivate a generation of homegrown tech innovators. Dubbed…

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Faith Leaders Urged to Champion Gender and Climate Justice in New Global Report Launch

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Faith-based organizations (FBOs) have been called upon to amplify their voices in promoting gender-responsive climate action, as a new global research report examining the role of faith actors in implementing the Gender Action Plan (GAP) under the Paris Agreement which was officially launched. Speaking during the launch event, Mary Obara, Program Manager at The Lutheran…

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Java Foundation and Craft Silicon Foundation Partner to Boost School Feeding and Digital Literacy

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The Java Foundation and Craft Silicon Foundation have unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at empowering underserved communities through school feeding and digital literacy programs. The two organisations formalised their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that signals a shared commitment to improving educational outcomes in Kenya. The initiative will see the Java Foundation provide…

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Aga Khan University Secures Spot in Prestigious Google.org AI Accelerator with Afya Gemma Project

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Aga Khan University’s (AKU) groundbreaking AI-driven platform Afya Gemma has been selected to join the highly competitive 2025 Google.org Accelerator: Generative AI. Chosen from nearly 3,000 global applicants, the platform will receive funding and support aimed at advancing socially impactful applications of generative AI. Developed by AKU’s Data Innovation Office, Afya Gemma is designed to…

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Glovo, Labour Ministry Partner to Boost Kenya’s Digital Economy and Youth Employment

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Glovo, a leading global technology platform, has signed a transformative Memorandum of Cooperation with Kenya’s Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, marking a significant stride toward accelerating the country’s digital transformation. The agreement, inked by Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua and Glovo CEO Oscar Pierre, is set to bolster inclusive growth, youth employment, and innovation…

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Violent Protests Rock Nairobi After Blogger Dies in Police Custody

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Violent protests erupted following the controversial death of blogger and social media activist Albert Ojwang, who died under unclear circumstances while in police custody at Central Police Station,causing chaos to gripp the streets of Nairobi on Thursday. What began as a peaceful demonstration quickly turned destructive, with angry protesters setting vehicles ablaze, vandalizing public infrastructure,…

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