Over 177,000 residents in Kwale will benefit from a range of medical services following the launch of a newly renovated Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health(MNCH) facility and a free medical camp held by M-PESA Foundation. At Msambweni County Referral Hospital, the Foundation invested Ksh 32.6 million towards expanding the post-natal ward and the Kangaroo room,…
The Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Mr. John Mwendwa,as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2025. KenInvest, a statutory body established in 2004, plays a pivotal role in promoting and facilitating investments in Kenya. Mr. Mwendwa’s appointment comes at a crucial time as the Authority continues to…
Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has cut fuel prices, offering reprieve to motorists, households and firm. In its latest monthly fuel review, a liter of petrol will now cost Sh4.37 less, with kerosene and diesel also dropping by Sh3 each. “Petrol decreased by 4.46% from US$641.14 per cubic metre in October 2024 to US$612.53…
The Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya has asked Parliament to reject a set of new regulations that, if implemented, could increase the cost of production by 70 per cent. ABAK said the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producers Responsibility) Regulations 2024 (EPR Regulations) would end up causing more harm and derail progress made in sustainable waste…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the 25th Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Committee (IBEC)meeting,he reaffirmed his commitment to uphold and strengthen intergovernmental relations in the fiscal space, which remains critical for collective action between the two levels of government and for enhancing sound financial systems and reforms. Additionally, the Deputy President chaired the Pre-Summit meeting in…
A site visit to the 200-acre Infinity Industrial Park, a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) recently approved for gazettement, highlighted its potential to become a key industrial and logistics hub,with the aim of driving local industrialization and fostering economic growth. The park is poised to create 25,000 direct jobs once fully operational, with 11 companies already…
Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has called on judges to actively engage with stakeholders to enhance the administration of justice and promote human rights in Kenya. The event also highlighted the Judiciary’s role as a critical player in meeting Kenya’s international human rights commitments and addressing challenges to rights enjoyment. Speaking during the summit the…
The Elite Brands International Awards will take place on December 13, 2024, mainly to celebrates not only top performers in various industries but also the values and processes that contribute to their success and showcasing the achievements of global and Kenyan companies. Elite Brands Awards International is an annual industry leadership recognition survey organized by…
A total of 1,000 youth from Kericho County have successfully graduated from county-based Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions through the KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri Youth Skills and Job Creation Programme, in collaboration with Mastercard The youth were trained under KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri youth skills and job creation programme. KCB Foundation invested a total…
Safaricom Foundation has unveiled the Wezesha Agri-Eco Hub Project, an ambitious Ksh 120 million initiative designed to empower over 5,000 youth, women and persons with disabilities in Busia County through agribusiness and sustainability-focused ventures. The two-year program, a collaboration with Ustadi Foundation, Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA), Alupe University, and the County Government of Busia,…
