FINAS 2025 Summit Closes with Strong Call for Sustainable Agricultural Financing in Africa

Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Dr.Wycliffe Oparanya (fourth left )pose for a photo with Stakeholders during the FINAS2020 closing Summit. The FINAS 2025 Summit wrapped up on a high note,marking the end of a transformative gathering that positioned sustainable agri-food financing at the heart of Africa’s development agenda….

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Engineers Urge Overhaul of Nairobi’s Flawed Development Approval Process

The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) is pushing for urgent reforms to Nairobi County’s Electronic Development Applications Management System (eDAMS), citing delays and inefficiencies that are stalling key infrastructure projects and eroding investor confidence. IEK President Eng. Shammah Kiteme raised the alarm during a visit to the Nairobi County Assembly, where engineers were scheduled…

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Absa Kenya Reaffirms KES 60M Investment in 2025 Athletics Calendar

Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Hon. Salim Mvurya receives a KES. 60 million sponsorship cheque from Absa Kenya’s Consumer Banking Director Moses Muthui and Marketing and Corporate Affairs Director Mwihaki Wachira during the Absa Kipkeino Classic media launch. Looking on is Athletics Kenya President General Jackson Tuwei. Absa Bank Kenya…

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Child Rights Groups Urge Government to Prioritize Children’s Welfare in Budget

In a joint press statement read on behalf of 30 child-focused organizations across Kenya,the coalition has raised an alarm over the inadequate budget allocation for children’s welfare and protection, calling on the government to take urgent action. Speaking through a joint statement, the coalition noted that children make up 46 percent of Kenya’s population and…

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Kenya Marks World Metrology Day with Focus on Precision in Healthcare

Left- right: KEBS MD Esther Ngari, PS for Industry Dr. Juma Mukhwana, African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) Secretary General Dr. Hermogène Nsengimanaand National Standards Council Chairman Dr. Chris Wamalwa cuts a cake to commemorate World Metrology Day hosted by KEBS. Kenya joined the global community in commemorating World Metrology Day, an annual celebration recognizing the…

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AFC Sets 65% Loan Disbursement Target to Empower Smallholder Farmers at FINAS2025

The Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced a bold move to allocate 65 percent of its loan disbursements to smallholder farmers, a strategic decision unveiled during the FINAS2025 conference held in Nairobi. Themed Empowering the Backbone of African Agriculture, the forum brought together key stakeholders in agricultural financing to explore solutions that promote inclusive growth…

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National Land Commission Kicks off 4th Regional Research Conference on Land Reform

The 4th Regional Research Conference on Land Reform officially opened today with a strong call for action, reflection, and collaboration in Kenya’s land governance sector. Speaking during the launch, Commissioner Esther Mathenge of the National Land Commission (NLC) emphasizing on the theme Taking Stock of the Land Reform Progress in Kenya,she reiterated that the NLC…

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Kenya’s Judiciary Emerges as Key Driver in Land Reform Agenda

The Judiciary has emerged as a critical actor in shaping Kenya’s land reform trajectory, championing constitutional values and equity through progressive jurisprudence. Speaking during the 4th Regional Research Conference Justice Oscar Angote, Principal Judge Environment and Land Commission of Kenya delivered his address on Taking Stock of the Land Reform Progress in Kenya. He underscored,…

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Kenyan Team Among Top Three Global Finalists in Microsoft Imagine Cup 2025

A team of innovative Kenyan students has emerged as one of the top three finalists in the prestigious 2025 Microsoft Imagine Cup, the world’s premier technology competition for student innovators. The team, made up of Anthony Marugu (African Leadership University), Branice Kazira (Machakos University), Gheida Abdala Al Mashjery (Technical University of Mombasa), and Daniel Phillip…

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