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Kenya Rallies Global Partners to Accelerate Forest Restoration and Tree-Growing Drive

Sharon Atieno013 mins

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo speaking during the Zamba Heritage Congress, held in Nairobi on 11th,February,2026. Kenya has reiterated its commitment to large-scale forest restoration and sustainable management, with Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo calling for stronger partnerships to support the country’s ambitious tree-growing programme….

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Drought crisis deepens in Northern Kenya as leaders call for better planning

By Correspondent04 mins

Communities in Northern Kenya are facing worsening drought conditions that continue to threaten lives, livestock and livelihoods, amid renewed calls for long-term planning and better use of public funds. In a statement highlighting the crisis, Wajir gubernatorial aspirant Omar M. Sheikh said pastoralist communities in the arid and semi-arid regions are grappling with recurring drought…

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CA Warns Kenyans Against Buying Unapproved Mobile Phones Over Safety Risks

By Correspondent04 mins

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has cautioned consumers against purchasing or using mobile phones that have not been type-approved by the regulator, following the detection of a surge in uncertified devices entering the local market. In a notice issued Tuesday, the authority said its market surveillance had uncovered an influx of non-type-approved mobile handsets,…

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Ziidi Trader Launches on M-PESA, Opening NSE Share Trading to Millions of Kenyans

By Correspondent06 mins

Investors can now buy and sell shares on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) directly through their M-PESA wallets following the launch of Ziidi Trader, a new mobile-based trading platform unveiled by Safaricom in partnership with the NSE. The platform allows users to access the stock market seamlessly from the M-PESA app, marking a major milestone in…

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World Vision Kenya Calls for Sustained Commitment to End Female Genital Mutilation  

Sharon Atieno08 mins

Nairobi, Kenya – World Vision Kenya (WVK) joins the global community in marking the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), under the global theme “Towards 2030: No End to Female Genital Mutilation Without Sustained Commitment and Investment.” This day is a reminder that ending FGM is a shared responsibility that demands…

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Africa Unveils Zamba Heritage Initiative to Boost Forest Conservation and Climate Action

Sharon Atieno013 mins

FSC Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Peter Alele ( 2nd right),Dr. Subhra Bhattacharjee (4th right) with other stakeholders poses for the photo during the Zamba Heritage Congress held in Nairobi on Tuesday ,10,February,2026. Africa has marked a major milestone in its forest and climate agenda as the Inaugural Zamba Heritage Congress officially opened in Nairobi,…

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Co-operative Bank, World Vision Kenya Roll Out Chapa Pay Integration to Boost Local Funding for Child Welfare

By Correspondent06 mins

 Winnie Wabwire, Relationship Manager, Co-op Bank Speaking during the 2026-2030 FY plan. Partnership introduces bank-backed digital platform enabling secure, real-time donations as NGO sector shifts toward locally funded development amid declining global aid Nairobi, Kenya – 10.02.2025 – Co-operative Bank of Kenya and World Vision Kenya have partnered to integrate a secure e-commerce donation platform…

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IAWRT Equips Women Journalists with Ethical AI Skills Ahead of Final Training Session

Sharon Atieno07 mins

As the International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) Kenya’s AI training programme nears its conclusion, selected women journalists across the country continue to sharpen their skills in the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence and digital tools in journalism. NewsLight Kenya was among the participants in the programme, which goes beyond basic automation…

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Digital Shift Accelerates as Cooperative Financial Sector Seals Strategic Fintech Deals

By Correspondent05 mins

Over 100 SACCO Leaders Pivot from Competition to Collaboration Model at 4th Annual CEOs Roundtable Nairobi, Kenya 2026 – Kenya’s cooperative banking sector has signalled a strategic pivot towards collaborative partnerships with fintech companies as its top strategic focus for 2026, signalling an accelerated push towards digital transformation as the movement seeks to enhance value…

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