AFA Awards Put Farmers at the Heart of Kenya’s Coffee Comeback
AFA Awards Put Farmers at the Heart of Kenya’s Coffee Comeback By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, January 16, 2026 — The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), together with the Africa Fine Coffees Association (AFCA), hosted the Taste of Harvest Coffee Awards to honour producers whose coffees stood out for “exceptional quality.” Yet beyond the trophies…
Peace MuthokaAbsa Bank Kenya Recognised as a Top Employer for Fifth Consecutive Year
Absa Bank Kenya Chief People Officer Mumbi Kahindo (3rd from right) leads the Absa team in receiving the Top Employer Award for the fifth year running. By Nicodemus Makemu Nairobi, 15 January 2026: For the fifth consecutive year, Absa Bank Kenya has been recognised as a Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute (TEI),…
Hygiene Lessons Become First Line of Defence in Water-Scarce Communities
Scarce CommunitiesHealth workers in Mariakani adapt handwashing practices to limited water access By Jones Kimanzi. MARIAKANI, Kenya, January 13, 2026 — In a region where clean water is scarce and preventable diseases remain a daily threat, a community hygiene initiative is offering a practical lifeline for families along Kenya’s coast. The programme, supported by Detrex…
2026 NCBA Golf Series Tees Off at Karen Country Club, with KES 60 Million Commitment to Golf Development
2026 NCBA Golf Series Tees Off at Karen Country Club, with KES 60 Million Commitment to Golf Development By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, Thursday, January 15, 2026: The 2026 NCBA Golf Series officially teed off today at the Karen Country Club, marking the start of another competitive golfing campaign across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Launched…
KNCCI Dubai Office Opens New Shield for Kenyan Exporters After Years of Painful Losses
KNCCI President Dr. Erick Rutto speaking during the launch of Dubai Office at Nairobi hotel on Jan 15, 2025 By Peace Muthoka. The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has officially launched its first liaison office in Dubai, a move that could redefine how Kenyan businesses trade in the Middle East. Beyond the speeches…
Proto Energy, OLA Energy Pilot Co-Located LPG Pumps to Boost Clean Mobility
Mohamed Elhoderi (L), Managing Director, OLA Energy, and Joel Kamau, Chief Executive Officer, Proto Energy, cut the ribbon at the official launch of OTO Gas LPG pumps at OLA Energy’s Buru Buru station. By Peace Muthoka Proto Energy has partnered with OLA Energy to pilot automotive Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) dispensing pumps at an OLA…
St. George’s University Urges Early Thyroid Checks as Silent Cases Rise in Africa
St. George’s University Urges Early Thyroid Checks as Silent Cases Rise in Africa By Peace Muthoka. Lagos, Nigeria / Nairobi, Kenya – 7th January 2026: Many people wake up tired every day, struggle with sudden weight changes, or feel emotionally drained without knowing why. For millions across Africa, these quiet struggles often trace back to…
More Households Turn to Mobile loans as Cost Pressures Persist
Ksh. 109.8 billion disbursed by licensed digital lenders in 2025 By Editorial Team. NAIROBI, Kenya, January 14th 2026 — As households continue to navigate rising living costs and irregular cash flows, many are turning to digital lending platforms to manage short-term financial needs. Such platforms are playing an increasingly central role in how families and small business access…