EAC Hosts General’s Forum to Strengthen Regional Integration.
The East African Community (EAC) convened its 7th Secretary General’s Forum on December 10, 2024, in Nairobi, bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on ways to deepen regional integration. The event provided an avenue for addressing critical issues, including economic growth, social development, peace, and security, while reflecting on progress made over the years and…
Peace MuthokaGovernment Unveils Bold Reforms to Revive Kenya’s Coffee Industry.
Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura addressing the media on matters of national importance on Dec 9, 2024. The Kenyan government has introduced reforms to transform the coffee sector and improve farmers’ livelihoods. Speaking at KICC on Monday, Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura outlined key measures to tackle industry challenges. The reforms…
Government Fight Against Rising Gender-Based Violence.
Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura delivers a powerful call to action during the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV at KICC. As the world observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the Kenyan government has reiterated its unwavering stance against the vice. Speaking at the Shimba Hills Conference Hall at…
Experts Call For Science-Based Solutions To Reduce Harm In Africa.
African governments have been urged to adopt science-based policies to address the harms of tobacco and opioids. This call was made at the fourth Harm Reduction Exchange in Nairobi. Experts emphasized evidence-based policies to protect public health. Dr. Vivian Manyeki, a Kenyan public health specialist, stressed the value of harm reduction policies and programs. She…
Victory for Churches As Controversial Regulation Bill Dropped.
Bishops representing 26 registered religious umbrella organizations joined Senator Danson Mungatana at a press conference at the Boulevard Hotel in Nairobi announced the withdrawal of the controversial Church Regulation Bill. The Regulation bill had raised concerns about infringing on freedom of worship, was officially shelved following extensive dialogue between religious leaders and government officials. The…
Uber Powers Kenya’s Economy with Ksh.14.1 Billion Contribution.
(From left-Right) Kui Kinyanjui (Strathmore Institute), Kui Mbugua (Uber Eats Kenya), Ambassador Phillip Thigo, Imran Manji (Uber), Samuel Kariuki (Microsoft), Asif Khan (Ando Foods), and Christopher Maclay (Mercy Corps) attended the Uber Kenya Impact Report launch at Nairobi Hotel on November 26, 2024. Uber’s Economic Impact in Kenya Uber’s Kenya Economic Impact Report reveals that…
A Cry for Justice as Femicide in Kenya Sparks National Outrage.
Rising cases of femicide in Kenya have sparked a national outcry, with activists and rights organizations calling for urgent government intervention. According to recent data, more than 100 women were brutally murdered in 2024 alone, exposing a chilling trend of gender-based violence that has shattered families and left survivors living in fear. The Voice for…
Kenyan Coffee Stakeholders Chart a Sustainable Future Amid New Regulations.
Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, State Department for Cooperatives, Patrick Kilemi (R) during the Kenyan coffee stakeholder meeting held at Safari park Hotel, Nairobi on November 22, 2024. Nairobi recently hosted an important forum to discuss the future of Kenya’s coffee industry in the face of…
LSK Calls for Sweeping Reforms in Judiciary and Police Oversight.
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called for urgent reforms to address corruption and inefficiency in the judiciary, as well as police misconduct during recent public protests. Speaking to the media, LSK President Faith Odhiambo outlined a series of demands aimed at restoring public confidence in these critical institutions and upholding the rule of…
Ministry of Health urged to address gaps in healthcare transition.
The Ministry of Health is under growing pressure to address systemic failures in the roll-out of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), following a joint appeal by KELIN and FIDA-Kenya. The two health and women’s rights advocacy organizations have highlighted widespread confusion and disruptions in access to healthcare as a result of the transition from…