Amboseli Elephant Deaths Expose Gaps in Kenya’s Pesticide Governance
WildlifeDirect calls for independent investigation and urgent reforms to protect wildlife, farmers and public health. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, August 3, 2026 — The reported deaths of at least 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem have raised fresh concerns over Kenya’s pesticide regulation, enforcement and public health safeguards, with conservation organisation WildlifeDirect calling for…
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Vihiga Cranes, Terem and Musokoto Secondary Schools Crowned County Champions in Safaricom Chapa Dimba
In the girls’ category, Busia’s Chakol Queens successfully defended their county title, while new entrants Blue Commandos and Elgon Queens clinched the Vihiga and Bungoma County titles, respectively, to book their places in the regional finals. By Editorial Team Bungoma, 3rd Aug, 2026…. Busia’s Chakol Queens successfully defended their county title for the second consecutive time…
LOOP Safari Gravel Series Heads to Vipingo for Thrilling Coastal Showdown
LOOP Safari Gravel Series Heads to Vipingo for Thrilling Coastal Showdown By Joy Neema Nairobi, 04 August 2026: The 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series heads to Kenya’s coastline later this month with the third leg of the series set for Saturday, 29th August at the Vipingo Ridge in Kilifi County. Following two successful rounds in Limuru…
Çelebi Aviation Expands Kenya Operations Through New Turkish Airlines Partnership
Çelebi Aviation Expands Kenya Operations Through New Turkish Airlines Partnership By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — Çelebi Aviation is expanding its operations in Kenya through a new agreement with Turkish Airlines that will see the company provide ground handling services for the airline at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. The agreement takes effect…
KCDF Awards Sh31.5 Million to Young Innovators as Environmental Challenge Expands
KCDF Awards Sh31.5 Million to Young Innovators as Environmental Challenge Expands By Peace Muthoka Seven youth-led enterprises from across Kenya receive funding to scale solutions tackling waste, climate change, clean energy and water scarcity NAIROBI, Kenya, July 31, 2026 — The Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has awarded Sh31.5 million to seven youth-led enterprises and…
AI Opens New Front in Early Disease Detection as Africa Embraces Digital Healthcare
By Editorial Team Artificial intelligence is helping clinicians analyse medical images, streamline hospital work and generate clinical insights, offering new possibilities for preventive care amid Africa’s shortage of health workers NAIROBI, Kenya — Artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful new tool in the fight against disease, with advances in medical imaging, data analysis and…
East African Universities Forge Stronger Partnerships to Build a Borderless Higher Education System
East African Universities Forge Stronger Partnerships to Build a Borderless Higher Education System By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, July 29, 2026 — East African leaders have renewed their commitment to creating a borderless higher education system, with a strong call for universities, governments, industry and development partners to deepen collaboration in order to produce graduates…
Undugu Society Leads Call for National Action on Homelessness and Street-Connected Communities
Undugu Society Leads Call for National Action on Homelessness and Street-Connected Communities By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — The Undugu Society of Kenya has called for urgent and coordinated action to address homelessness and improve the lives of street-connected communities, warning that rapid urbanisation and inadequate planning are pushing more vulnerable people to the margins…
Kenyatta University Charts New Course as Prof. John Okumu Takes Helm as Substantive Vice-Chancellor
(L-R) Professor John Okumu and University Council Chairperson Professor Clara Momanyi during a media interview at the university’s main campus on July 27, 2026. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenyatta University has ushered in a new chapter after appointing Professor John Okumu as its seventh substantive Vice-Chancellor, with the seasoned academic promising to steer the…
BioInnovate Africa Empowers East African Innovators to Turn Scientific Research into Market-Ready Businesses
Innovators from across East Africa showcase their science-based business ideas during the the BioInnovate Africa Biobased Innovation and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp in Nairobi. The participants pitched solutions developed from scientific research aimed at advancing the region’s bioeconomy, creating jobs and addressing local challenges through sustainable innovation. NAIROBI, July 24,2026 — BioInnovate Africa is stepping up efforts…