Mathenge Karugu

Mathenge Karugu is a Kenyan journalist and strategic communications professional specializing in digital journalism, storytelling, communication & content writing. Passionate about accurate reporting and meaningful storytelling, he is committed to producing content that informs, engages, and creates lasting impact.

PCPB, CropLife Kenya Reaffirm Rigorous Safety Standards for Registered Pesticides

aak-GROW, Chief Executive Officer, Joel Mutai explains to a farmer how to identify a genuine product outside an agrovet in Mwea. Photo by Kimuri Mwangi NAIROBI, Kenya, July 27 – The Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) and aak-GROW/CropLife Kenya have reaffirmed that all pesticides registered for use in Kenya undergo rigorous scientific evaluation and continuous…

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Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Ministry convenes regulators ahead of Global Trust Summit

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 1 – The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs convened a consultative meeting bringing together Kenya’s 20 regulatory institutions as part of preparations for the Global Trust Summit (GTS) 2026 scheduled for 22–23 October 2026 in Nairobi. The meeting outlined the Summit’s vision and strategic direction, strengthened collaboration among regulatory institutions, and…

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Kenya, Germany Ink Major Financing Deal for Trade, Irrigation, Tech and Human Rights 

BERLIN, Germany, June 30 – The Government of Kenya and the Federal Republic of Germany have signed Comprehensive Development under the Government-to-Government (G-to-G) Development Cooperation framework paving the way for the financing of strategic development programmes in Kenya over the next two years. The financing cooperation agreement was signed in Berlin, Germany by the Principal…

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Law Society of Kenya Demands Clarity Over Martha Karua’s Uganda Entry Denial

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 23 – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called upon relevant authorities to provide clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding the denial of entry to Senior Counsel Martha Karua to the Republic of Uganda while travelling to observe the arraignment of Hon. Erias Lukwago, Advocate and to support efforts aimed at safeguarding…

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Religious Leaders Hold a Memorial Service to Honor Victims of 2024 Gen Z Protests

Photo Courtesy: Simon Maina/AFP Via Getty Images NAIROBI, Kenya, June 22 – Religious leaders drawn from the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) together with Evangelical Alliance of Kenya(EAK) on Sunday June 22  2026 held an Interdenominational Memorial Service in memory of the Kenyans who were killed during the GenZ-led demonstrations in June 2024….

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NSE, NCCK Sign Strategic Partnership to Expand Financial Inclusion

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 15 – The Nairobi Securities Exchange Plc (NSE) and the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a formal framework to expand access to capital markets, strengthen financial literacy and enhance institutional capacity across the NCCK network. Through the partnership, the NSE and NCCK…

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IEBC Condemns Remarks on Alleged 2027 Election Manipulation

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 27 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has condemned recent remarks by pro-government leaders allegedly suggesting possible interference in the 2027 General Election. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, 26th May 2026, the commission said the utterances by “certain political actors” risk distorting public perception of Kenya’s democratic processes and…

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Faith Odhiambo Warns Proposed Finance Bill 2026 Could Regnite Public Anger

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 9 – Former LSK President, Faith Odhiambo, has sharply criticized the proposed Finance Bill 2026, warning that several of its provisions risk overburdening ordinary Kenyans, small businesses and investors while doing little to address deeper structural weaknesses in tax enforcement. In a post on X (formerly Twitter ) following the publication of…

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SBM Bank, Avenue Lease and Rentals E.A Lead Kenya’s Green Transition with first Fleet of BYD Plug-in Hybrids

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 2 – BYD by Cfao Mobility Kenya has delivered its first fleet of five plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to Avenue Lease & Rentals E.A with the fleet set to be leased to SBM Bank Kenya, signaling a growing shift among corporates toward sustainable and energy-efficient mobility solutions. The delivery, consisting of…

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