TISA Warns El Niño Could Deepen Food Insecurity, Calls for Urgent Government Action
TISA Executive Director Diana Gichengo (centre) addressing the press at their offices on September 18, 2026. By Peace Muthoka Nairobi,September 18, 2026 -The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) has called on the national and county governments to urgently strengthen preparations for the expected El Niño rains, warning that flooding could disrupt food production, push up…
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UASU Sets October Deadline for CBA Deal, Threatens University Lecturers’ Strike
UASU Sets October Deadline for CBA Deal, Threatens University Lecturers’ Strike By Peace Muthoka The Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) has issued the government with a fresh deadline to conclude the 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), warning that its members could begin a strike if the agreement is not signed and implemented by October. UASU…
Kalonzo Says Safaricom Ruling Strengthens Constitutional Protection of Public Assets
Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka (Centre) addressing the press on September 16, 2026 at SKM Command Centre By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, September 16, 2026 — Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has welcomed the High Court…
Kenya Positions Itself as East Africa’s Healthcare Manufacturing Hub at WHX Nairobi
Dr. Joe Lenai, Director for Primary Healthcare, Preventive and Promotive Health, Ministry of Health Kenya; Witjaksono Adji, Indonesian Ambassador to Kenya; and Daniel Green, Exhibition Manager, WHX Nairobi, among other dignitaries, cut the ribbon to officially open WHX Nairobi at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), marking the start of the three-day exhibition running from…
Mwingi West Parliamentary Aspirant, Hon. Ngenga, Condemns Tana River Incident, Unveils Development Plans for Mwingi West
Ngenga Condemns Tana River Incident, Unveils Development Plans for Mwingi West By Peace Muthoka Mwingi West parliamentary aspirant Jonathan Ngenga has condemned the recent Tana River incident, raising concern over the safety of motorists and travellers who depend on routes serving the region and warning of the disruption that could follow if movement across the…
SanlamAllianz Profit Jumps 21% as Firm Honours Intermediaries Behind the Turnaround
From left to right: SanlamAllianz General Insurance CEO and Principal Officer George Kuria, and MTN Insurance Agencies Limited Founder & CEO Daniel Ngugi Thiong’o, who took home the coveted Agent of the Year award during the annual SanlamAllianz Excellence Awards held at Sanlam Tower. By Staff Reporter September 15, 2026 – SanlamAllianz General Insurance (Kenya)…
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…
Varun 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…