Prof. John Okumu Installed as Kenyatta University’s 7th Vice-Chancellor

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 29 – Professor John Okumu has officially been installed as the 7th Vice-Chancellor of Kenyatta University, marking a new chapter in the University’s journey of knowledge, excellence, sustainability and continuous improvement. As he assumes office, Prof. Okumu has pledged to lead with integrity, accountability, innovation and evidence-based decision-making, while working with the…

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Wawira Njiru Wins 2026 German Africa Prize for Innovative School Feeding Program

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 20 – Kenyan nutritionist and social innovator Wawira Njiru has been named the recipient of the German Africa Prize 2026. Awarded annually by the German Africa Foundation, the prestigious honor celebrates Njiru’s groundbreaking work in transforming school feeding into an engine for economic infrastructure, job creation and agricultural growth across East Africa….

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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…

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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…

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PropelA Dual Apprenticeships Yield 30% Return on Investment for Businesses in Kenya, Study Reveals

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 21 – As Kenya grapples with persistent youth unemployment and a growing industrial skills gap, a landmark business case study released today provides compelling evidence that investing in industry-led skills development delivers measurable economic returns. The independent Return on Investment (ROI) study on Kenya’s PropelA Dual Apprenticeship Programme conducted by Orange and…

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Smart Applications Unveils ‘Smart Elevate’ Mentorship Program to Drive African HealthTech Talent

PHOTO: Dr. Francis Thiongo, Chairman School of Computing and Information Technology JKUAT (L) receiving a token of appreciation from Isaiah Mosiori, CEO Smart Applications International, Kenya (R) during the official launch of Smart Elevate Mentorship Programme at JKUAT Main Campus, Juja. NAIROBI, Kenya, July 17 – In a major move to bolster Africa’s rapidly evolving…

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Government Distributes 11,139 Assistive Devices to Boost Special Needs Education Across 47 Counties

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 16 – The Ministry of Education through Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) In a major boost to inclusive learning has launched the third phase of its nationwide special needs intervention, flagging off 11,139 assistive devices destined for learners across all 47 counties. The specialized equipments are set to benefit 321 inclusive…

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RTI Celebrates 70th Anniversary with 1,135 Graduates as Kenya Railways Marks 130 Years

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 10 – The Railways Training Institute (RTI) celebrated its 62nd graduation ceremony, a historic milestone that coincided with the institution’s 70th anniversary. The colourful ceremony honored 1,135 graduates from the class of 2025/2026, injecting a fresh cohort of skilled professionals who successfully completed various certificate and diploma programs into the region’s rapidly…

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Kenyan Students Showcase Brilliant Tech Innovation at National Robotics Competition

PHOTO: STEM Impact Center Kenya CEO Alex Magu (R) over see learners during  the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) competitions at Nova Pioneer School in Kiambu County city on Saturday. NAIROBI, Kenya, June 28 – Innovation took center stage at Nova Pioneer Tatu City Boys as the STEM Impact Center Kenya gathered over two hundred and…

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Unity in Diversity: Kigwa Ridge School Marks African Cultural Day

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 20 – Culture, identity and continental pride took center stage in Nairobi on Friday, June 19, 2026, as Kigwa Ridge School in Runda hosted its highly anticipated African Cultural Day, The event drew a diverse crowd of learners, families, diplomats, and educators, all converging to experience the rich traditions and shared values…

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