A new study has found that industry-led skills training not only improves youth employment but also delivers strong financial returns for businesses, making it a practical solution to Kenya’s unemployment challenge. The Return on Investment (ROI) study, conducted on the PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme by Orange & Teal on behalf...
The State Department for Tourism has dismissed remarks urging foreign tourists and investors to avoid Kenya, saying the statements are irresponsible and risk undermining the country’s tourism sector and economy. In a statement issued on Monday, July 20, Principal Secretary for Tourism Amb. Prof. Julius Bitok said the government had...
In 2024, Antony Massu, then a young journalist, found himself inside a political situation room, where he observed how information often reached leaders through fragmented channels. Different teams presented different narratives, with public relations units highlighting their successes, political allies emphasizing favorable developments, and opponents advancing competing messages. Amid this...
The County Government of Kirinyaga has trained more than 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties as part of efforts to increase maize production, strengthen dairy farming and prepare farmers for the anticipated El Niño rains. The farmers were equipped with knowledge on selecting suitable maize seed varieties for different ecological...
National Assembly Finance and National Planning Committee Chairperson Kuria Kimani has challenged banks to move away from collateral-based lending, warning that the practice is denying millions of young people and entrepreneurs access to credit. Speaking during the African Banking School (EABS) Conference in Diani, Kwale, Kuria argued that banks must...
There was an attempt to hack the official website of the President of the Republic of Kenya. The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy on Saturday, July 18 told Kenyans that it was aware of the reports regarding a cybersecurity incident affecting the official website. Cabinet Secretary William...
The promoters of the prestigious Financial Reporting (FiRe) Award have officially launched the 2026 edition, with this year’s theme, “Advancing High-Quality Financial and Sustainability Reporting for Sustainable Growth.” It reflects a growing global shift toward broader corporate accountability beyond traditional financial disclosures. The FiRe Award, widely regarded as the...
Principal Secretary for Trade Regina Ombam has called for closer collaboration between the government and marketing professionals, saying stronger integration of marketing into Kenya’s trade agenda is essential to drive exports, attract investment and improve the country’s competitiveness in regional and global markets. Speaking during the Marketing Society of Kenya...
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge officially opened the 23rd East African Banking School (EABS) Conference in Diani, Kwale County, setting a firm regulatory agenda for the region’s evolving financial ecosystem. Serving as the Chief Guest at the five-day summit running from July 13–17, 2026, Dr. Thugge...
KCB Bank Kenya has unveiled the ‘KCB Partner Kwa Ground Kwa Mtaa’ activation, a nationwide campaign designed to strengthen financial inclusion by taking banking services closer to communities and supporting the growth of small businesses across the country. The initiative seeks to equip entrepreneurs and everyday customers with practical financial...
