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Amboseli Elephant Deaths Expose Gaps in Kenya’s Pesticide Governance

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…

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

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

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

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…

More Than 100 Nairobi Golf Caddies Trained as First Responders in Safety Initiative by The Nairobi Hospital and Brookside Dairies

More Than 100 Nairobi Golf Caddies Trained as First Responders in Safety Initiative by The Nairobi Hospital and Brookside Dairies

More Than 100 Nairobi Golf Caddies Trained as First Responders in Safety Initiative by The Nairobi Hospital and Brookside Dairies By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — More than 100 golf caddies from leading golf clubs across Nairobi have graduated with Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Responder certification after completing a month-long training programme by…

PropelA Study Finds Industry-Led Apprenticeships Deliver Strong Returns for Businesses and Boost Youth Employment

PropelA Study Finds Industry-Led Apprenticeships Deliver Strong Returns for Businesses and Boost Youth Employment

Representing the government, National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) official Musa Opuk , Industry Training , speaking during during the PropelA Business Impact and Investment Insights Breakfast hosted by Swisscontact By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — A new PropelA Return on Investment (ROI) Study has found that industry-led apprenticeship programmes are delivering significant financial returns for…

Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike, Demand Permanent Jobs for UHC Staff

Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike, Demand Permanent Jobs for UHC Staff

Leaders of healthcare workers’ unions address the media in Nairobi to announce a nationwide strike, citing the failure by county governments to absorb Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff into permanent and pensionable employment despite the availability of funding. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — Healthcare workers across Kenya have officially begun a nationwide strike after…

Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image

Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image

Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image By ATN NAIROBI, Kenya — Government Spokesperson Hon. Isaac Mwaura has defended Kenya’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination, cautioning leaders against making statements that could discourage tourists and investors from visiting the country. Speaking during the Government’s weekly press briefing…

Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services

Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services

Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services By Editorial Team. MAKUENI, Kenya — Residents of Makueni will now enjoy longer access to government services after Huduma Kenya announced that the Makueni Huduma Centre will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., effective Monday, July 20, 2026. The move makes Makueni…

Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers

Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers

Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers By Joy Neema. NAIROBI, Kenya, July 17, 2026 — The Safal MRM Foundation on Friday honoured Africa’s leading conservation photographers during the Safal Eye in the Wild 2026 Prize Gala held at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, celebrating powerful visual stories that promote wildlife…

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