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KPC and KEBS Partner to Fast-Track Fuel Testing and Boost Kenya’s Energy Trade

KEBS Managing Director Esther Ngari( Left) ,KPC Managing Director Joe Sang(right) pose for a photo with Stakeholders during the signing of the three-year Service Level Agreement (SLA) held at KPC headquarter. The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) and the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) have inked a game-changing three-year Service Level Agreement (SLA) that will see…

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St. George’s University and Legae Academy Partner to Boost Medical Education Opportunities in Botswana

In a landmark move aimed at expanding access to global medical education, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, has entered into a three-year partnership with Legae Academy, a premier secondary school in Gaborone, Botswana. The collaboration is designed to create a streamlined pathway for aspiring medical students from Legae Academy…

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Kenyan SMEs Eye Expansion with Strengthened State and Financial Sector Support

The Kenyan government in liaison with Equity Bank, has committed to supporting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) through enhanced capacity building, improved access to financing and expanded market opportunities. Speaking at the second edition of the Annual SME Conference (Awards & Exhibition), Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Wycliffe Oparanya, underscored the critical role…

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Study Uncovers Startling Truth: 80% of Child Deaths in Africa Could Be Prevented

When Mama Baraka lost her four-year-old son in 2024, her world fell apart. Her TikTok posts, which now serve as a digital memorial to Brylejones Baraka, detail the family’s painful struggle to save him. “Baby Baraka was a post-liver transplant; he was on immunosuppressive medication. He had sepsis and was admitted for three weeks, but…

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Beyond Borders: St. George’s University School of Medicine’s UK Clinical Rotation

In an era where international medical education is increasingly sought after, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine is setting a precedent by offering its students a unique opportunity to gain clinical experience in the United Kingdom. This initiative, exclusively available to SGU students, is a testament to the institution’s commitment to providing a well-rounded…

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Java House Opens First Kisii Branch, Nears 100-Store Milestone in East Africa

Java House, East Africa’s leading casual dining chain, has officially launched its first branch in Kisii Town, marking a major step toward its goal of 100 outlets across the region. The new branch, located at TotalEnergies in Kisii Town, is part of the brand’s strategic expansion aligned with its 25th anniversary. Speaking during the launch,…

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ACC 2025 Unites African Youth to Drive Change Under Ubuntu Leadership

Nairobi  hosted over 1,000 youth leaders, policymakers, and development partners on Wednesday as CorpsAfrica launched its 2025 All-Country Conference (ACC 2025) under the theme Leading with Ubuntu: African Youth Transforming the Continent. The five-day summit, held at the Kenya School of Government, aims to amplify the role of youth in shaping grassroots-led development and reframe…

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Recommendations for Comprehensive Action to End Femicide,Sexual/GBV in Kenya 

INTRODUCTION  Project Red Lipstick Executive Summary This memorandum outlines the “Project Red Lipstick” initiative, a comprehensive social campaign designed to address the escalating crisis of femicide in Kenya. Developed by Ogilvy Africa and WPP Scangroup, this multi-faceted initiative aims to raise public awareness, challenge harmful societal narratives, advocate for the legal recognition of femicide as…

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Tuko.co.ke Launches Humanitarian Awards to Celebrate Changemakers Across Kenya

Tuko.co.ke, one of Kenya’s leading digital news platforms, has unveiled the Tuko Humanitarian Award a new initiative aimed at recognizing and celebrating individuals who are making meaningful contributions to their communities across the country. The awards seek to shine a spotlight on unsung heroes whose selfless acts are transforming lives at the grassroots level. Through…

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Judiciary Condemns Police Brutality, Pledges Impartial Justice in Ongoing Cases

The Judiciary has voiced deep concern over recent incidents of police brutality and violence during public protests, urging accountability and adherence to the rule of law. In a statement issued by Judiciary Spokesperson Hon. Paul Ndemo, the institution extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Albert Ojwang and wished a swift recovery to all those…

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