NCIC Amani Conference Ends with Political Parties Challenged to Lead Peace Efforts Ahead of 2027
NCIC Amani Conference Ends with Political Parties Challenged to Lead Peace Efforts Ahead of 2027 By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, September 15, 2026 – The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has challenged political parties and leaders to take greater responsibility for protecting Kenya’s peace as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. The call…
Peace MuthokaVarun Beverages Expands Kenya Portfolio With Launch of Two New Brands
Varun Beverages Expands Kenya Portfolio With Launch of Two New Brands By Staff Reporter Varun Beverages is stepping up its presence in Kenya with the launch of two new beverage brands as it seeks to expand its portfolio and tap into changing consumer preferences in the country’s fast-growing drinks market. VBL Industries (Kenya) Limited, a…
Standard Chartered Launches Global Investment Platform for Kenyan Investors
Standard Chartered Launches Global Investment Platform for Kenyan Investors By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, September 15, 2026 – Standard Chartered Bank Kenya has launched a new investment platform that gives eligible Kenyan investors access to global funds and professionally managed investment strategies, in a move aimed at meeting the changing needs of the country’s growing wealth…
The People’s Coalition on Electoral Reforms Demands Major IEBC Technology Reforms Ahead of 2027 Election
The People’s Coalition on Electoral Reforms Demands Major IEBC Technology Reforms Ahead of 2027 Election By Peace Muthoka The People’s Coalition on Electoral Reforms has demanded sweeping changes to the way the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) procures, tests and deploys election technology, warning that weaknesses in the system could undermine public confidence in…
Dr Isaac Kalua Green: Kenya Must Count Trees That Survive, Not Just Those Planted
Dr Isaac Kalua Green ( Centre) : Kenya Must Count Trees That Survive, Not Just Those Planted By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI — Kenya must shift from counting trees planted to tracking those that survive, environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua Green has said, warning that the country risks wasting money and resources if tree-growing campaigns end with…
NCIC Warns Against Waiting for Election Violence, Calls for Early Action Ahead of 2027
NCIC Chairperson Bishop Dr Kepha Omae By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI — Kenya must act early to prevent election-related tensions from escalating into violence ahead of the 2027 General Election, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has said. NCIC Chairperson Bishop Dr Kepha Omae said the country cannot afford to wait for violence to occur…
Omtatah Calls for Fiscal Reset as He Challenges Government on Taxes and Debt
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah adressing the press today at his Ofiices By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, September 11, 2026 — Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has called for a major rethink of Kenya’s public finances, saying the country cannot solve its fiscal problems by continually raising taxes and taking on more debt. Omtatah said the Government…
Kalonzo Pushes for United Opposition to Reclaim Kenya’s Democratic Space
Azimio Council and National Executive Committee members addressing the press at SKM Command Centre, Nairobi By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for a united opposition to confront what he describes as a worrying political direction in Kenya, saying the country needs to return to constitutionalism, good governance and…
Kajiado Marks International Literacy Day with Community Reading Festival
By Steve El Sabai Kajiado County marked this year’s International Literacy Day with a vibrant community reading festival aimed at strengthening a culture of reading, learning and educational participation among children and families. The celebrations, organised by Grassroot Nest for Innovation and Change (GRiC) Africa, brought together learners, parents, educators, community members, local leaders, publishers…
TotalEnergies Kenya Unveils New Generation Card to Transform Mobility Payments
TotalEnergies Kenya Unveils New Generation Card to Transform Mobility Payments By Staff Reporter NAIROBI, Kenya, September 10, 2026 — TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya has introduced a new generation of its mobility card, giving businesses, fleet managers and individual motorists greater control over fuel spending through digital payments, real-time transaction monitoring and enhanced security features. The New…