World Metrology Day 2026: KEBS Champions Trusted Measurements to Strengthen Policy Making
KEBS Champions Trusted Measurements to Strengthen Policy Making By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, May 20, 2026 — Accurate and reliable measurements are critical in building public trust, shaping sound policies and strengthening Kenya’s economy, stakeholders said on Wednesday during the 2026 World Metrology Day celebrations hosted by the Kenya Bureau of Standards in Nairobi. The event,…
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New Wall, Floor Coating Solution Enters Kenyan Market as Pavilion Master Builders Unveils Mixx Cement
(L-R) Mixx Cement With Style CEO Moya Blight, Pavilion Master Builders CEO James Kimotho and African Supplies Ltd Marketing Director Simon Pogson during the launch of a South Africa thin film cement coating called Mixx Cement by Pavilion Master Builders and the official opening of their Showroom at Vision Plaza in Nairobi on Tuesday May…
UDA Backs Government Measures to Cushion Kenyans from Rising Fuel Costs
UDA Backs Government Measures to Cushion Kenyans from Rising Fuel Costs By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, May 19, 2026 – The ruling UDA party has expressed confidence in the government’s efforts to ease the economic burden facing Kenyans amid the continued rise in global fuel prices. Speaking during a press briefing at the UDA Party headquarters,…
Government, Transport Operators Agree to Suspend Strike for Fresh Fuel Talks
Government, Transport Operators Agree to Suspend Strike for Fresh Fuel Talks By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, May 19, 2026 – A planned public transport strike has been suspended for one week after the government and transport sector stakeholders agreed to resume negotiations over the rising cost of fuel. The decision followed a meeting held on Tuesday…
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Tessie Musalia Calls for Joint Action to Improve Welfare of Street Children
Tessie Musalia, Ushiriki Wema Patron and spouse to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia mudavadi and Wema Centre Trustee Lucy Yinda flag cyclists during this year’s Wemathon fun day organised by Wema Centre in Mombasa on Saturday May 16th, 2026. By Peace Muthoka Mombasa, May 16, 2026 – The spouse of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Tessie Musalia,…
Global Energy Crisis Pushes Up Petrol and Diesel Prices in Kenya
Fuel Prices Rise as Kenya Feels Impact of Global Oil Market Crisis By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, May 15, 2026 – Kenyans should prepare for higher fuel prices after the Government announced a new review of petroleum pump prices for the period between May 15 and June 14, 2026, citing continued instability in the global oil…
UDA Celebrates By-Election Wins as Party Affirms Support for Kenya Kwanza Agenda
UDA Celebrates By-Election Wins as Party Affirms Support for Kenya Kwanza Agenda By Peace Muthoka The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has celebrated its latest victories in several by-elections across the country, describing the wins as a strong sign of growing public confidence in the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking during a press briefing at the…
PM Party Raises Concern Over Kenya-France Relations After Africa Forward Summit
PM Party Raises Concern Over Kenya-France Relations After Africa Forward Summit By Peace Muthoka. The Peoples Renaissance Movement (PM) has criticized the recently concluded Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, warning that Africa could be drifting back into unequal foreign partnerships masked as diplomatic cooperation and development deals. In a statement released after the summit, the…
Tea Board Moves to Ease Concerns Over New 0.8 Percent Tea Export Levy
Tea Board Moves to Ease Concerns Over New 0.8 Percent Tea Export Levy By Peace Muthoka Nairobi, May 14, 2026 – The Tea Board of Kenya has moved to calm concerns surrounding the newly introduced Tea Levy Regulations 2026, insisting that the 0.8 percent export levy is meant to strengthen the tea sector and improve…
Tea Levy Reforms Signal New Push to Modernize Kenya’s Tea Industry and Raise Farmer Earnings
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Tea Board Of Kenya Willy K. Mutai (Centre) Speaking during a media sensitization forum Nairobi, May 13, 2026 – The Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) has defended the newly introduced Tea Levy Regulations 2026, describing them as a major step towards improving infrastructure in tea-growing regions, strengthening accountability within the tea value…