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IQSK unveils two landmark publications to shape and support construction and built environment sector in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 31 – The 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (IQSK) took place on 30th May 2025 at Panari Hotel, Nairobi as they convened to reflect on collective progress and chart the course of the future. IQSK President, QS Mutinda Mutuku was thrilled on membership growth…

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Coca-cola turns bus rides into bonding moments for passengers on the move this Madaraka Day weekend

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 31 – The campaign dubbed ‘Share a coke’ relaunched in April 2025 brings back the joy of personalized coke bottles and cans featuring real names. ‘Share a Coke’ originally introduced in 2011, the campaign replaces iconic coca-cola logo with names of Kenyans turning every bottle into a personal invitation to connect and…

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Conecta Africa Launches in Nairobi to Transform Startup Support Across the Continent

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 30 – The new initiative aimed at transforming the way early-stage businesses are supported across Africa was officially launched in Nairobi, named Conecta Africa is led by the entrepreneurship platform Bridge for Billions and brings together entrepreneur support organisations (ESOs), policymakers, funders, and corporate leaders from Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Africa…

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Just Transition Platform (JTP) unveils continental framework for a Just and Equitable Transition

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 30 – The Just Transition Platform (JPT) has unveiled continental framework that redefines Africa’s pathway towards a Just and Equitable Transition. Titled Advancing Just Transition in Africa: Climate Change and The World of Work, brought together leading voices from across the continent in energy, labour, trade land use and gender justice marked…

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IEK Pushes for Approval system reform at Nairobi county to unlock stalled construction projects

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 2 – The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called on Nairobi County authorities to urgently address prolonged delays in approving development applications, saying the current system is inefficient, opaque, and negatively impacting the city’s infrastructure and investment growth. IEK President Eng. Shammah Kitemi while appearing before the Nairobi County Assembly…

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Aga Khan University Hospital, Social Health Authority (SHA) sign partnership agreement to advance access to equitable specialised care

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 29 – The Aga Khan University Hospital and Social Health Authority (SHA) has signed a partnership agreement paving way for eligible Kenyans to acess advanced medical services especially kidney transplants and heart surgeries under Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Social Health Authority under the agreement will vet, acess and approve patients for…

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Correctional Services PS Beacco urge for enhanced partnership in renewed push for reforms

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 28 – The State Department for Correctional Services is leveraging on collaboration, policy alignment and resource mobilisation as part of a strategy to drive correctional reforms. Themed “Partnerships for impact,” the forum brought together representatives from the diplomatic corps, the Kenya Prisons Services, Probation and Aftercare Services, civil society, and the private sector….

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Connected Africa Summit (CAS) 2025 kicks off, calls for Artificial Intelligence (AI) leverage in shaping Africa’s future digital landscape

KWALE, Kenya, May 27 – The 14th Annual Connected Africa Summit (CAS) 2025 organized by ICT Authority (ICTA) in collaboration with various partners has officially kicked off in Diani, Kwale County. Themed, “The Digital Journey: Vision to Reality,” CAS 2025 has attracted delegates from over 22 African countries. Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Information, Communications and…

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Reproductive Health Network Kenya, Ministry of Health set to host 8th Pan-African Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (AYSRHR) Conference

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 23 – The Reproductive Health Network Kenya (RHNK) in partnership with Ministry of Health (MoH) will host the 8th Pan-African Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (AYSHR) Scientific Conference in June 24-27th 2025 at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort, Mombasa. The conference is expected to bring together more than 1,000…

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