AUCCW 2026 Opens at Kenyatta University, Targets Solutions for Planetary Health and Climate Resilience
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 10 – The inaugural African Universities and Communities Climate Week (AUCCW) 2026 has officially opened at Kenyatta University, running from August 9 to 15, 2026 brings together a diverse coalition of climate scientists, policymakers, academic researchers, students, local community leaders and youth innovators. The Seven-day Summit Hosted under the theme “One Health…
Banks Turn to AI and Alternative Data as Non-Performing Loans Rise to Sh695.4 Billion
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 10 – Kenya’s banking sector held Sh695.4 billion in non-performing loans at the end of March 2026, up Sh21 billion from Sh674.4 billion in December and lifting the default ratio to 15.6% from 15.4%, according to Central Bank of Kenya data. The increase came despite lower interest rates, and CBK Governor Kamau…
How WHX Nairobi Is Helping Hospitals Navigate Procurement Decisions Under Kenya’s New SHA System
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 6 – Sub-Saharan Africa faces a critical turning point in healthcare delivery as soaring regional demand continues to outpace available funding, leaving spending well below global averages. However, joint findings from the World Bank and the World Health Organization suggest this gap presents an unprecedented opportunity for private enterprise to step in,…
Smart Applications Launches ‘Smart PharmaLink’ to Transform Digital Healthcare Across Africa
MOMBASA, Kenya, Aug 5 – In a major step toward digitizing Africa’s healthcare ecosystem, Smart Applications International has officially launched Smart PharmaLink, an integrated pharmacy management platform engineered to automate operations, boost efficiency, and improve patient outcomes through data-driven decisions. The platform was unveiled at the PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa in Mombasa during…
CJ Koome Unveils Bomet Alternative Justice Systems Initiative to Strengthen People-Centred Access to Justice
BOMET, Kenya, Aug 3 – Chief Justice Martha Koome has unveiled a comprehensive Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) framework for Bomet County, reaffirming the Judiciary’s commitment to expanding access to justice through community-based, inclusive and people-centred dispute resolution. Speaking during the launch of the Bomet County Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) County Action Plan, the Bomet County…
Dala 7s 2026: Kabras Sugar Stun Oilers in Comeback Victory to Reclaim Title and Circuit Lead
KISUMU, Kenya, Aug 3 – Kabras Sugar reclaimed the Dala 7s title in style after staging a second-half comeback of 0-5 down to defeat Menengai Oilers 19-5 in the final, reclaiming the crown and soaring to the top spot of the overall National Sevens Circuit standings. A year after watching KCB lift the Dala Sevens…
KCDF Awards KES 31.5 Million to Seven Youth-Led Climate Innovations as Partnership with I&M Foundation Expands Challenge
PHOTO: Finalists of the KCDF Young Environmentalist Innovation Challenge 2025 pose during the award ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya. NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 1 – The Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has awarded KES 31.5 million to seven youth-led enterprises and community organizations driving innovative solutions to Kenya’s most pressing environmental challenges. The funding marks the culmination…
Congolese Community Calls on Kenya to Investigate Alleged M23 Recruitment in Nairobi
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 1- Members of Kenya’s Congolese community are pressing the government to investigate claims that individuals linked to the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC)/M23 movement have been recruiting, mobilizing and raising funds in Nairobi in support of the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Ganza Daniel, President of the Mutualite Banyamulenge Community…
AFC Joins UEFA and CONCACAF in Rejecting Infantino’s World Cup Stake Sale
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has observed with deep concern the developments of recent days relating to the proposed establishment of FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) and the uncertainty that has emerged across the global football community. In a statement issued by AFC, It says that the Confederation stands in solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF in…
The Burns Brothers, Strathmore Business School Launch ‘Creative Economy 101’ to Unlock One Million African Jobs
PHOTO: Award-winning Kenyan music producer Motif Di Don, Timothy Owase, CEO of the Kenya Film Commission, Mike Burns, President and Founding Partner of The Burns Brothers, and Nelly Wainaina, Group Director of Marketing, Communication and Citizenship at NCBA, engage with the Creative Economy 101 learning platform during the launch of the programme at Strathmore University…
