The 8th AfriGEO Symposium Highlights Africa’s Push for Earth Observation Integration.
The 8th AfriGEO Symposium, held in Nairobi, Kenya, marked a pivotal moment in Africa’s journey to leverage Earth Observation (EO) technologies for sustainable development. The event coincided with the official opening of the RCMRD International Conference (RIC 2024) at the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD). This convergence enabled attendees to engage…
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Kenya Sets Bold Innovation Agenda with 10-Year Masterplan and New Presidential Innovation Award.
Kenya has unveiled an ambitious 10-year Innovation Masterplan aimed at positioning the country as a global leader in innovation. The plan was introduced at a high-profile stakeholders’ breakfast meeting hosted by the Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) at the Mövenpick Hotel & Residences, Nairobi. Hon. Alice Ng’ang’a, Chair of the Parliamentary Committee for Social Protection,…
AGRA Engages Kenyan Youth on Agriculture and Climate Change Solutions.
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) today hosted an insightful discussion with 100 Kenyan youth involved in agri-food systems. The conversation centered on the impact of climate change and explored potential solutions to mitigate its effects. This marked the fourth in a series of meetings aimed at empowering young people by enhancing…
ARISE Project’s Transformative Impact on Nairobi’s Slum Communities.
In a groundbreaking effort to address health equity in Nairobi’s informal settlements, the Accountability and Responsiveness in Informal Settlements for Equity (ARISE) project, led by LVCT Health, has concluded its multi-year research and intervention program, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups. Dr. Lilian Otiso, the Executive Director of LVCT Health, shared…
Kenya’s Commitment to Data-Driven Policy Marks World Population Day.
Kenya joined the global community on July 31 to commemorate World Population Day, a day dedicated to understanding and managing population trends. Although traditionally observed on July 11, this year’s celebration in Kenya was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Despite the delay, the event carried a powerful message centered on the importance of data in…
Kenya Chosen to Host First-Ever World Chambers Africa Summit.
On July 26, 2024, Dr. Erick Rutto, President of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), announced that Nairobi will host the first World Chambers Federation (WCF) Africa Summit in June 2025. This decision, shared by WCF Chair Mr. M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu, is a significant achievement for Kenya and Africa. “This prestigious event…
Government Urges Dialogue and Unity.
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura during a press briefing held on July 18, 2024 at Kenyatta International Confrence Centre. Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura revealed that Kenya has suffered a significant economic loss of Ksh 6 billion due to ongoing protests. Highlighting the detrimental effects on the nation’s economy and employment, Mwaura emphasized the urgent need for…
Kayana Awards 2024 Female Entrepreneurs.
Women entrepreneurs being celebrated at Kayana Female MSME Awards at Hyat Regency in Westlands Nairobi . On Wednesday, July 10, 2024 ,Kayana celebrated remarkable achievements of female entrepreneurs in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector across various categories, highlighting their innovation, resilience, and commitment to community impact. The transparent and inclusive award process…
Nairobi Developers Vow to Follow New Rules for Building Near Airbase.
Nairobi Developers issuing press statement on the rules and regulations for construction of buildings around Eastleigh -Airbase. The Property Developers Welfare Society of Nairobi, a prominent association for property developers in the region, has publicly committed to adhering to new construction regulations outlined by President Uhuru Kenyatta. This announcement follows the president’s recent speech during…
Kenya Unveils National Population Policy to Drive Sustainable Development.
In a significant step towards sustainable development, the Kenyan government has launched the Sessional Paper No. 1 of 2023, the Kenya National Population Policy for Sustainable Development. This groundbreaking policy aims to place Kenyans at the core of national development by maximizing human capital potential and harnessing the demographic dividend to achieve sustainable development goals….