Why Kenyan schools are shifting focus beyond exam results

Kenyan schools are shifting beyond exam performance to early career guidance, critical thinking and independent learning as they prepare students for universities and workplaces in a global market.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

How irrigation schemes will drive Kenya's next farming push

Government selects 10 irrigation schemes covering 14,819 acres for a pilot programme targeting 52,115 farmers through better production, financing, technology and market access.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Six heads of state to join Ruto for Lamu refinery launch

At least six heads of state and government leaders will join President William Ruto on Wednesday for the groundbreaking of the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery, set to serve regional fuel markets.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Dangote's 40-month race to build Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery

Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote has pledged to complete the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery within 40 months, setting an early 2030 target for the facility.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

'We are not scared of court': Dangote shrugs off oil refinery suit

President William Ruto and businessman Aliko Dangote have backed the construction of the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery despite a court battle over land earmarked for the project.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Nairobi coworking space earns Africa's first health and wellbeing rating

Air quality, lighting, comfort and mental wellbeing are becoming part of the test for coworking spaces under a new global rating for flexible workplaces.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

How one potato eye can produce 10,000 cuttings

JKUAT researchers are showcasing tissue culture technology that can produce 200 plantain plantlets from one tissue and up to 10,000 potato cuttings from one eye.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

African creators push to cash in on growing digital audiences

African publishers and creators are seeking new ways to turn growing digital audiences into revenue while retaining ownership of content as artificial intelligence reshapes the industry.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

Drones, AI reshape farming at Nairobi trade fair

Drones, artificial intelligence and climate-resilient seeds are taking centre stage at the Nairobi International Trade Fair as technology helps farmers adapt to changing weather and boost production.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

UAE backs Ebola fight as Kenya tightens border surveillance

UAE pledges US$10 million to support efforts to contain Ebola in Africa as Kenya strengthens border surveillance, laboratory capacity and emergency response measures.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

New gambling law puts player protection at centre of regulation

Kenya’s new gambling regulator faces calls to strengthen player safeguards, with focus on responsible gambling, fair operations, complaints, self-exclusion and protection of vulnerable players.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

Why nearly 1m health workers in Africa lack jobs

Africa faces a shortage of 5.5 million health workers while nearly 1 million trained professionals struggle to find meaningful work, raising concerns over jobs, skills and health systems.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

How Mengit Dam expansion aims to water 600 acres in Kuresoi North

Mengit Dam in Kuresoi North will be expanded from 150,000 to 400,000 cubic metres, with a reticulation system set to support irrigation across 600 acres and benefit 1,000 households.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Tree survival takes focus as PS Mugambi projects Sh450bn will reach communities

Kenya’s 15 billion trees campaign is putting survival ahead of planting numbers as the country seeks to restore millions of hectares of degraded land.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Doctors union signs recognition deal with Othaya hospital

KMPDU has signed a recognition deal with Mwai Kibaki Referral Hospital, opening CBA talks and plans to address locum jobs, insurance and doctor retention.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

IEBC denies foreign voter registration, missing kits claims

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed claims of illegal voter registration and missing biometric kits.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Dagoretti North residents put 2027 aspirants on the spot

Dagoretti North voters have challenged six 2027 parliamentary aspirants to address their priorities on security, infrastructure and services before signing a pact to remain accountable if elected.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Why African businesses are losing billions in currency costs

African businesses face currency conversion costs of about US$5 billion a year, highlighting the need for easier cross-border payments, aligned policies and efficient customs under AfCFTA.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Atellah declares bid for Lang'ata seat, cites years of doctors' advocacy

KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atellah is taking his advocacy for doctors into elective politics after declaring his bid for the Lang’ata parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

Ruto sets one-week countdown for Sh2 trillion Lamu refinery

President William Ruto has told the United Nations that Kenya expects to break ground on a Sh2.07 trillion oil refinery in Lamu within a week.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Police reservists to get medical cover as 705 graduate in Meru

Govt plans medical cover and improved terms for police reservists as 705 officers graduate in Meru, with automated payments, new equipment and a draft policy framework also in the works.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Kenya unveils plan to make workers' skills recognised across Africa

Kenya to pilot MasterKey, a digital skills passport letting African credentials be verified across borders to widen youth job opportunities, President Ruto says.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

Deal lets jobless Kenyans own e-scooters, start delivery businesses

Unemployed people could enter Africa’s last-mile delivery business without paying a deposit under a new model that will finance electric scooters through future earnings.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

Gold money, Tanzania border expose Migori girls to FGM, early marriages

Girls in parts of Migori County face increased risks of female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriage as cross-border movement and gold mining create new avenues for exploitation.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Spare Mecca: Kenya Muslims urge warring Middle East groups

The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) has condemned reports of missile and drone attacks targeting Mecca in Saudi Arabia.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Ruto offers Kenya as test case on African risk

President Ruto says Kenya will open its risk data to rating agencies, challenging African financing rules that favour government debt over infrastructure, calls for reforms based on local evidence.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Eldoret turns to AI as Kenya seeks new tourism markets

Eldoret will host this year’s UN Tourism Week as Kenya seeks to expand its tourism offering beyond the traditional coastal and wildlife destinations.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

TVETs urged to turn waste into jobs as Kenya pushes green curriculum

TVET institutions must adopt Kenya’s green curriculum and teach students how to turn waste into products and jobs, the Ministry of Education has said.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Capital Markets Authority warns Kenyan investors over Dangote IPO after Ruto backs Lamu refinery

Kenya's capital markets regulator has warned investors over the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals initial public offering (IPO).

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

New Mwea Huduma Centre saves residents long trips for state services

Mwea residents no longer have to travel to Kerugoya or Embu for some government services following the commissioning of a new Huduma Centre in Ngurubani.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Nairobi Trade Fair: Officials assure visitors on security, rain preparedness

Security agencies have been put on alert and drainage systems inspected at Jamhuri Park as Nairobi prepares to host more than 500 exhibitors at the 2026 Nairobi International Trade Fair.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Nairobi trade fair to link farmers with technology, new markets

The Nairobi International Trade Fair will connect farmers with new markets, technology, investors and business opportunities while showcasing innovations to improve productivity and manage farm risks.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Migration lessons help students challenge idealised view of life abroad

For some Kenyan secondary students, finishing school can mean more than college or work at home. Social media can fuel dreams of a better life abroad.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Killings, border violence and political tensions: KNCHR sounds alarm ahead of 2027

KNCHR warns of threats to life over killings in Isiolo, Embu and Turkana border banditry ahead of 2027 General Election, demands State action.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Standoff as Sifuna locked out of JKUAT Karen campus

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna condemns incident at JKUAT Karen campus after he was denied entry; he was scheduled to address student leaders on governance and law.

By David Njaaga 16 days ago

Leaders demand security crackdown after Isiolo bandit killings

Leaders in Isiolo have condemned a bandit attack that killed five people, including two police officers, in Gotu on Wednesday.

By David Njaaga 16 days ago

Mombasa promotes 70 health workers as other counties battle salary disputes

Mombasa County has promoted 70 health workers, with their union saying the county has maintained timely salaries and statutory deductions.

By David Njaaga 16 days ago

Theological colleges push for law to recognise qualifications

Kenya could create a separate qualifications pathway for theological education under a proposed law seeking to recognise training from certificate to doctoral level.

By David Njaaga 16 days ago

Marsabit, Turkana to get more funding to tackle drought

Marsabit and Turkana counties will expand measures to improve water access, livestock production and infrastructure as the government steps up efforts to help communities cope with drought.

By David Njaaga 16 days ago

Six gates, one secret: KRA uncovers alcohol stash beneath Baringo bathroom

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officers have uncovered a secret underground chamber beneath a bathroom floor where suspected illicit ethanol and tobacco were hidden in Kimosop Central, Baringo County.

By David Njaaga 17 days ago