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Kilifi Solar Initiative Set to Slash Utility Bills and Boost Water Access

KILIFI, Kenya, Jan 14 – The World Bank–supported Water and Sanitation Development Project (WSDP), Baricho Water Solarisation Plant in Kilifi county  implemented by the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation, Coast Water Works Development Agency (CWWDA) is integrating solar power into the Baricho water system, a move expected to cut electricity costs by at least…

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I&M Bank Secures Top Honors for Digital Innovation, Retail Expansion and Agricultural Financing

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 17 – I&M Bank has garnered a series of prestigious industry recognitions across Kenya and the East African region, cementing its status as a market leader in digital innovation, retail growth, payments excellence and support to key economic sectors. The Bank’s commitment to excellence was further solidified by a triple win at…

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PS Mang’eni Urges Trainees to Leverage KJET BDS Knowledge to Boost Farm Efficiency, Cooperative Competitiveness and Youth Opportunities

KIAMBU, Kenya, Dec 12 – In a significant move to unlock the potential of Kenya’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the Kenya Jobs and Economic Transformation (KJET) Project has reached a key milestone as the nationwide programme concludes the initial phase of its capacity-building efforts. All beneficiaries of the Cohort 1 Business Development Services…

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Global Innovators Battle in Taipei as ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ Finals Spotlight Breakthrough Health Tech

TAIPEI, Taiwan, Dec 12 – Six visionary teams from countries spanning the globe converged in Taipei, Taiwan, on December 10, 2025, for the grand finale of the prestigious “Go Healthy with Taiwan” Call for Proposals. The event saw top innovators compete after an initial pool of 638 submissions from 55 countries,including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda…

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Lazizi Welfare Foundation Spreads Joy with Tree Lighting, Commits to Mukuru’s Education

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 10 – In a Heartwarming festive ceremony, the Lazizi Welfare Foundation, a registered non-profit organization dedicated to education, healthcare, conservation and community development hosted Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Nairobi, offering a message of hope and opportunity to vulnerable children. The special event brought together students from Nifikie Christian School…

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Latitude59 Kenya Edition Reshapes the Scene, Solidifies Estonia’s Enduring Partnership with Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 8 – Latitude59 Kenya 2025 which took place in December 4-5 in Nairobi achieved a monumental milestone culminating in an electrifying close to the event with the presentation of its first-ever syndicated Nairobi Business Angel Network investment. The landmark funding was awarded live on stage to the triumphant Pitch Competition winner, solidifying…

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AFA kicks off first regional public participation on the Draft Horticultural Crops (Amendment) Regulations 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 – Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) on Thursday 3rd December 2025 hosted first regional public participation forum on the Draft Horticultural Crops (Amendment) Regulations 2025 at the Kenya School of Government, Kabete Campus. The session was graced by the AFA Board Chair, Hon. Cornelly Serem and the Horticultural Crops Directorate Director,…

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Estonia’s Latitude59 3rd Edition Satellite Event Kicks off in Nairobi, Forging a New Path For European-African Digital Cooperation

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 –Latitude59, Estonia’s premier startup and technology event known for its international editions in Singapore and Cape Town has officially kicked off its Nairobi edition. The event, which aims to connect the global startup community with the growing African tech ecosystem was inaugurated by a high-level delegation including Daniel Schaer, the Ambassador-at-Large…

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KJET Project Set to Benefit 94 MSME Clusters with Business Development Services (BDS) Training

PHOTO: Cohort 1 receiving training at Langata Technical and Vocational College in Nairobi on Tuesday 2nd December 2025. NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 3 – The Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) has officially launched the Cohort 1 Business Development Services (BDS) Classroom Training, marking a significant milestone under Component 2 of the Kenya Jobs and Economic…

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Kerry and Concern Worldwide Drive Sustainable Nutrition and Resilience in Kenya’s Arid Lands

TANA RIVER, Kenya, Dec 2 – In the arid landscape of Tana River County a powerful and practical partnership is sowing the seeds of change, where the combined strengths of global nutrition leader Kerry and the humanitarian organization Concern Worldwide are yielding tangible results for vulnerable communities. The joint ‘ALIVE’ programme is actively empowering smallholder…

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