Kenya’s mining industry has urged the government to accelerate the issuance of mining licences, deepen regulatory reforms and promote investment in modern technology, warning that continued delays risk driving investors to neighbouring countries and slowing the country’s ambitions of becoming a regional mining powerhouse. The concerns were raised during the...
The Government has intensified its efforts to empower young people through entrepreneurship, skills development and job creation following the launch of the second phase of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Programme in Marsabit County. Speaking during the national launch presided over by President William Ruto, Interior Principal Secretary...
As Kenya and other Global South countries work to adapt to artificial intelligence, China is already moving into the next phase: what it calls _“AI Plus”_ or digital intelligent development. This new approach goes beyond basic automation. It envisions digital systems capable of generation, reasoning, decision-making, execution, collaboration, computing power,...
Willstone Homes continues to consolidate its standing within Kenya’s competitive real estate sector through accelerated project execution, enhanced client engagement and an unwavering commitment to delivering quality, affordable housing solutions. Over the past days, the developer sustained remarkable momentum across its flagship developments, underscoring its dedication to excellence, transparency and...
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has criticized the government’s sale of Safaricom shares, alleging that the transaction was conducted at a price significantly below market value, resulting in billions of shillings in losses for Kenyans. Speaking on the matter, Nyoro said public assets should always be managed in a manner that...
Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development Mutahi Kagwe has sounded the alarm over the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), warning that the misuse of veterinary medicines could not only endanger millions of lives but also shut Kenya out of lucrative international meat markets. Speaking during the opening of...
Shofco Sacco has emerged as one of Kenya’s fastest-rising community-based savings and credit cooperatives after winning seven awards during this year’s Ushirika Day celebrations. The community-based non-deposit taking (Non-DT) Sacco was recognised for its strong performance in governance, financial growth, member services and innovation during the annual celebrations that honour...
I&M Bank has announced the launch of the Mastercard World Elite Credit Card in Kenya, making it one of the newest banks in the region to offer World Elite status on a metal card to its high-value customers. The card, developed in collaboration with Mastercard and unveiled on July 8,...
Thomas Louis Advocates (TLA) has announced the appointment of veteran lawyer Phyllis Wangui Kamau as Partner and Head of Regulatory and Policy, a move that is expected to strengthen the firm’s position as one of Kenya’s leading commercial law firms. The appointment is also being viewed as a significant milestone...
Kenya National Police DT SACCO has been named the Best Performing Deposit-Taking (DT) SACCO in the country after scooping the top award and five other accolades during the 104th International Day of Cooperatives (Ushirika Day) Awards held at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi. The awards, presented by the Cabinet Secretary for...
