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Africa’s First Reparations Festival “Wakati Wetu” Ignites in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 23 – Entim Sidai Wellness Sanctuary transformed today into a stage of remembrance, resistance and rebirth as the Wakati Wetu Reparations Festival opened in Kenyan capital Nairobi. Themed “It’s Our Time: To Resist, Repair and Reclaim” is Africa’s first continental gathering dedicated to reparatory justice, combining art, activism and scholarship in one…

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Nairobi Hospital, Insurance Leaders Announces Full Reinstatement of Coverage

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 15 –The Nairobi Hospital and its insurance partners have announced the full reinstatement of insurance coverage, following a stakeholder engagement meeting and the renewal of agreements that reaffirm their shared commitment to providing continuous access to quality healthcare for patients. Reinstatement reached through several weeks of structured dialogue, marks a significant milestone…

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The Future is Built: Jumba Unveils App to Streamline and Digitize Construction Material Sourcing in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 – Africa’s largest digital marketplace for construction materials Jumba has unveiled Jumba App, a groundbreaking platform designed to tackle one of Kenya’s biggest construction challenges: finding fair prices, trustworthy suppliers and reliable deliveries. The launch held in a Hotel in Nairobi, brought together industry leaders, government representatives and major suppliers such…

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Action Foundation Unveils Massive DIECD Project, Targets 1.3 Million Young Children with Disabilities and their Caregivers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – The Action Foundation (TAF), in collaboration with national and county governments, has launched the Disability-Inclusive Early Childhood Development (DIECD) project in Nairobi targeting more than 1.3 million young children with disabilities aged 0 to 8 years together with their caregivers so as to access the health, nutrition, education and protection…

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Kenya Mental Health Project Unveiled, Aims at Expanding Access to Mental Health Services Nationwide

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 9 – Johnson & Johnson Middle East FZ-LLC (Kenya Branch) in collaboration with the Kenya Ministry of Health has launched the Kenya Mental Health Project a comprehensive initiative aimed at expanding access to menital health services, reducing stigma and empowering communities across the country. Kenya faces significant mental health challenges, with limited…

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IlO Hosts Media Workshop, Urges Journalists to Help combat Misinformation and promote Safe Migration Pathways

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 9- The International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted high level workshop in Kenya’s Capital Nairobi on September 23rd 2025 themed “Enhancing Media’s Role in Promoting Safe, Regular, and Fair Labour Migration,” the event brought together journalists, policymakers and labour stakeholders to spotlight Kenya’s growing efforts in managing labour migration and the critical role of the…

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Heineken 0.0 (KWAL) Elevates Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon with Ksh 10 Million Renewal For 2025 Edition

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 – Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL), through its globally recognized non-alcoholic brand, Heineken 0.0, has solidified its commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles by announcing a significant Ksh 10 million partnership with this year’s highly anticipated Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon (SCNM). This is the Second major sponsorship by Heineken 0.0 since its…

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IFC Leaders Convene to Unlock Africa’s Domestic Capital for Sustainable Growth

PHOTO: Ethiopis Tafara, IFC Vice President for Africa, during a press briefing where he addressed Africa’s pressing needs in climate finance, SME growth and digital transformation. NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 – The International Finance Corporation (IFC) convened a press roundtable with senior leadership to explore how Africa’s financial sector can unlock and channel domestic capital…

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Unprecedented: Nairobi to Host Africa’s First Reparations Festival in October

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 – Hundreds of people, including artists, musicians, policymakers,philanthropists, activists and cultural educators, are expected to be in Nairobi on the 22 and 23 October for the groundbreaking reparations festival. The WAKATI WETU: It’s Our Time – ToResist, Repair and Reclaim will take place at the Entim Sidai wellness sanctuary. Over the…

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