Government Seeks Stronger Donor Support to Restore 10.6 Million Hectares of Degraded Land by 2032
Forestry Principal Secretary Gitonga Mugambi By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, July 22, 2026 — The Government has intensified its push for greater investment in forest conservation and landscape restoration, calling on development partners, the private sector and local communities to join hands in restoring degraded ecosystems and helping Kenya achieve 30 percent tree and forest…
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Zoho, KNCCI Unveil Partnership to Fast-Track Digital Growth for Kenyan SMEs
Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head of Zoho Kenya By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, July 22, 2026 — Kenyan small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are set to gain greater access to digital tools, business training and technical support following a strategic partnership between global technology company Zoho and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI)….
More Than 100 Nairobi Golf Caddies Trained as First Responders in Safety Initiative by The Nairobi Hospital and Brookside Dairies
More Than 100 Nairobi Golf Caddies Trained as First Responders in Safety Initiative by The Nairobi Hospital and Brookside Dairies By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — More than 100 golf caddies from leading golf clubs across Nairobi have graduated with Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Responder certification after completing a month-long training programme by…
PropelA Study Finds Industry-Led Apprenticeships Deliver Strong Returns for Businesses and Boost Youth Employment
Representing the government, National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) official Musa Opuk , Industry Training , speaking during during the PropelA Business Impact and Investment Insights Breakfast hosted by Swisscontact By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — A new PropelA Return on Investment (ROI) Study has found that industry-led apprenticeship programmes are delivering significant financial returns for…
KFS Commissions Sh75 Million GreenZones Resource Centre, Rallies Support for Forest Protection Initiatives
KFS Commissions Sh75 Million GreenZones Resource Centre, Rallies Support for Forest Protection Initiatives By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has commissioned the GreenZones Development Support Project II Resource Centre, a Sh75 million facility funded by the African Development Bank, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen forest…
Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike, Demand Permanent Jobs for UHC Staff
Leaders of healthcare workers’ unions address the media in Nairobi to announce a nationwide strike, citing the failure by county governments to absorb Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff into permanent and pensionable employment despite the availability of funding. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — Healthcare workers across Kenya have officially begun a nationwide strike after…
Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image
Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image By ATN NAIROBI, Kenya — Government Spokesperson Hon. Isaac Mwaura has defended Kenya’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination, cautioning leaders against making statements that could discourage tourists and investors from visiting the country. Speaking during the Government’s weekly press briefing…
Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services
Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services By Editorial Team. MAKUENI, Kenya — Residents of Makueni will now enjoy longer access to government services after Huduma Kenya announced that the Makueni Huduma Centre will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., effective Monday, July 20, 2026. The move makes Makueni…
Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers
Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers By Joy Neema. NAIROBI, Kenya, July 17, 2026 — The Safal MRM Foundation on Friday honoured Africa’s leading conservation photographers during the Safal Eye in the Wild 2026 Prize Gala held at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, celebrating powerful visual stories that promote wildlife…
UDA Accepts Ol Kalou Defeat, Says By-Election Signals Kenya’s Evolving Political Landscape
UDA Accepts Ol Kalou Defeat, Says By-Election Signals Kenya’s Evolving Political Landscape By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has accepted defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, saying the outcome reflects Kenya’s evolving political landscape while reaffirming its commitment to remain a national party that will field candidates across every…