From L- R Mr. William Techera, Group Head of Marketing Smart Applications, Andrew Musangi, Board Chairman Smart Applications, Dr. Ouma Oluga PS State Department Medical Services and Mr. Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director Smart Applications during the 5th Smart Summit 2026 held in Nairobi on March 19, 2026. Kenya’s push to modernise healthcare through digital…
Nairobi is set to once again host world class athletics as the Kip Keino Classic returns on April 24, with organisers promising a strong lineup of elite competitors from across the globe. The one-day meet, to be held at Nyayo National Stadium, continues to grow in stature, attracting Olympic champions, world title holders and emerging…
Nairobi, March 18 2026. The What Women Want Summit ( WWWS) is back for its fourth edition. It will take place from March 27 to 29 at the Trademark Hotel. The summit will bring together influential women from East Africa. They will talk, network. Have fun for three days. The summit is organised by PinKE…
Residents of Nairobi have been urged to remain vigilant and prioritize safety following flooding in several parts of the city caused by ongoing heavy rains. Authorities and traffic advisories indicate that key roads have been affected, with motorists specifically warned to avoid Waiyaki Way near the University of Nairobi and the Westlands Roundabout, where sections…
When Sadiq Kamulali stepped off the plane in Nairobi this week, he wasn’t arriving for another long-haul assignment from Mombasa. Instead, he arrived as a guest of honour a man whose ordinary Sunday morning had quietly turned into a life-changing moment. At exactly 6:44am on February 8, 2026, Sadiq placed a KSh100 betslip on betPawa…
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union has issued a seven-day strike notice, accusing the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) of reneging on a return-to-work agreement and undermining ongoing collective bargaining negotiations. Speaking during a press briefing, Union Secretary General Amos Ndiema said a conciliation meeting held between union officials and KCAA management had collapsed after the…
Civil society leaders during a press briefing in Nairobi on March 18, 2026 Rising living costs, shrinking job opportunities and growing pressure on essential public services are leaving many Kenyan households struggling to make ends meet, with Civil Society Organizations warning that the country is experiencing deepening economic hardship. For many citizens, the phrase “Maisha…
The Port of Lamu is positioning itself for increased shipping activity in the coming weeks, signalling renewed momentum in cargo handling and strengthening its case as a regional transshipment hub. According to William Ruto, early indicators show a steady rise in cargo volumes, underpinned by growing confidence from global shipping lines in the port’s operational…
Amb Philip Thigo Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology to the UN Flanked by Huawei Executives after the TechCARES session held on the sidelines of MWC 2026. Barcelona, Spain, — Huawei has exceeded its global digital inclusion target, connecting more than 170 million people in remote and underserved communities across over 80 countries, surpassing its pledge…
Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, William Kabogo ( Black attire), Konza Technopolis CEO John Paul Okwiri and other stakeholders witnessing the AI digital hub explanation, how it operates at the Summit. Bondo, Siaya County, — Kenya has marked a major milestone in its digital transformation journey with the launch of the…
