George Asamani, MD, PMI Sub-Saharan Africa The global economy is racing toward a severe project management talent crunch, with a shortfall of up to 30 million project professionals expected by 2035. This stark forecast comes from the newly released Global Project Management Talent Gap report by the Project Management Institute (PMI), highlighting a critical workforce…
Participants at the KEFRI research site in Tiva, Kitui County during the AfricanYouth4Forests (AY4F) National Youth Workshop themed _“From Science to Youth Action for Sustainable Forestry.”_ Young environmental leaders from across Kenya have declared their commitment to driving the country’s green transition and forest conservation efforts. This declaration was made during the AfricanYouth4Forests (AY4F) National…
From (L-R)The Nairobi Hospital Acting CEO Felix Osano,Mercy Mkubwa, a Senior Nurse Staff, Dr. Susan Njuguna, Dean of the School of Nursing at Daystar University and Margaret Muyoro, Chairperson of the National Nurses Association of Kenya (Nairobi Chapter) during commomeration of Nurses at The Nairobi Hospital. Nairobi Hospital joined the global community in celebrating International…
St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, has opened applications for its Fall 2025 intake, with a special invitation to aspiring medical students from Africa. SGU is truly an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective. The SGU School of Medicine is accredited by the Grenada Medical and Dental Council which has been…
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to transforming African agriculture, calling for increased investment in smallholder farmers amid growing global instability and shifting development priorities. Speaking at a high-level reception for partners, donors, and government representatives, AGRA President Alice Ruhweza warned that recent changes in global development…
At least 100 Bolt drivers in Mombasa have benefitted from a financial literacy training organized by Bolt in collaboration with Absa Bank Kenya, aimed at promoting financial stability and independence among drivers on the platform. The training, part of a nationwide financial literacy initiative, focused on equipping drivers with essential money management skills, including budgeting,…
(L) Mr. Ken Kimani, Chief Commercial Officer and (R) Mr. Martin Gitonga, Kenya Airways’ Acting General Manager, Digital Brand and Marketing, partner to support OPC@20 and Conservation Initiatives Ol Pejeta Conservancy has unveiled a strategic partnership with national carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) as part of the ongoing OPC@20 celebrations, commemorating two decades of impactful conservation…
Coastal nations launch joint initiative to protect marine resources and secure blue economy Kenya and Tanzania are intensifying efforts to protect their shared marine resources through the newly launched Kilindini Campaign, a bold initiative promoting sustainable ocean governance across East Africa. The two countries’ coastal waters, home to some of the region’s richest marine biodiversity,…
The Court of Appeal has handed Old Mutual Holdings a reprieve by suspending the continuation of an insolvency case filed against the company by businessman Joel Kibe, pending the determination of a main application scheduled for ruling on 24 October 2025. In a significant development, the appellate court issued interim orders staying High Court proceedings…
Equity Group Holdings Plc and the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership through a landmark USD 500 million framework aimed at accelerating access to credit for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the region. The agreement touted as the largest single guarantee facility in AGF’s history will enable Equity…
