Biomass boiler project commissioned by Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), Nairobi, in September 2023 has won the National Energy Globe Award thanks to the Energy Globe Foundation Austria. AKUH, which is part of an international health system belonging to the Aga Khan University Hospital, has transitioned to use briquettes and other biomass waste in its […]
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President William Ruto has nominated Mutahi Kagwe, Lee Kinyanjui, and former Kiambu governor William Kabogo, to the Cabinet in a reshuffle that has seen former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS) Dr Andrew Karanja and his ICT counterpart, Dr Margaret Nyambura, dropped. The two dropped CSs have been nominated to the role of ambassadors, with Ms Ndung’u being […]
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As we approach a new year, exploring new investment options becomes an exciting consideration for many. Real estate stands out as a reliable and rewarding investment, offering opportunities for long-term growth and financial stability. In Kenya, the sector has seen remarkable growth driven by urbanization, population expansion, and an increasing demand for housing and commercial […]
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Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has confirmed power supply has been fully restored to all affected areas following a nationwide outage that occurred shortly after midnight. The power blackout caused disruption in most parts of the country, except in the Western and North Rift regions. In a statement released Wednesday, December 18, KPLC said […]
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The concept of merry-go-round, which is about groups whose members make regular financial contributions and alternately receive the entire sum, is a massive success story in Kenya. The only challenge, though, is that the informal nature in which they operate make it difficult for policy makers to evaluate exactly how valuable they are. They are, […]
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Ride-hailing platform, Bolt, has issued a strong reminder to riders and drivers to refrain from engaging in offline trips. This caution is part of the firm’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety of passengers and drivers on its platform. Rides arranged outside the Bolt app pose significant safety risks for both drivers and riders, as […]
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The nationwide livestock vaccination programme against diseases planned for January next year will go on as planned despite propaganda and fake news peddled by some leaders, President William Ruto has said. Speaking during the annual Kimalel Goat Auction in Baringo County on Tuesday, December 17, President Ruto said the livestock vaccination programme is all of […]
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President William Ruto has called on the private sector to support the government’s cooking gas programme for public learning institutions. The President said the project will primarily be funded by the private sector. The goal, he pointed out, is to ensure that the institutions have access to clean energy. “We will buy gas from them […]
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President William Ruto has said budgets and resources for devolved functions currently held by ministries and State departments will be transferred to counties in the next financial year. Speaking on Friday, December 13, during the 11th National and County Governments Co-ordinating Summit, Ruto said the change will be effective Friday, November 20, 2024, with the […]
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With the rise of mobile phones and social media, there has been a worldwide decline in children’s ability to read for meaning. However, encouraging and developing a love of reading this holiday season is one of the most important gifts parents can give their children, with benefits lasting throughout their lives. By integrating reading into […]
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