Nairobi, Kenya| In a bold move that has captivated the public’s imagination and stirred spirited debate across the country, Nairobi City County has shut down the historic Freemasons’ Hall over a Sh19 million land rates debt. The enforcement action, which began earlier this week, marks the latest development in Governor Johnson Sakaja’s ambitious revenue recovery […]
As the long rains continue to nourish agricultural fields across Kenya, dairy farmers in Murang’a County are being strongly encouraged to take full advantage of the favorable weather by investing in strategic fodder production and preservation to cushion themselves against future feed shortages. Agricultural experts are emphasizing the importance of foresight and planning during this […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia| United States President Donald Trump received a grand reception in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he commenced his first international trip of his second presidential term. In a ceremonious display of diplomatic pageantry and strategic economic alignment, the Kingdom announced business agreements worth hundreds of billions of dollars with the U.S., with […]
•The Facility is Estimated to Cost 1.04 Billion Shillings and is Expected to Boost Regional Economy The construction of a Sh1.04 billion ultra-modern market in Embu Town is steadily progressing, marking a significant milestone in efforts by the national government to revamp trade infrastructure and improve livelihoods. Now 45 percent complete, the three-story facility is […]
•Agreement Paves the Way for Deeper Economic Ties and Reconstruction Efforts In a major development that underscores growing strategic ties between Kyiv and Washington, the Ukrainian Parliament has ratified a landmark mineral agreement with the United States, originally signed on April 30. The move is expected to boost long-term economic cooperation, attract significant foreign investment, […]
Beijing, China| In a landmark state visit to China, President William Ruto achieved a sweeping diplomatic and economic breakthrough that could reshape Kenya’s development trajectory. Accompanied by key government officials, Ruto held high-level talks with President Xi Jinping, culminating in the signing of over 20 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and cooperation agreements covering a wide […]
•GSMA Report Highlights Sector’s 8% GDP Contribution Addis Ababa| Ethio telecom, Ethiopia’s state-owned telecommunications giant, has emerged as a central pillar of the nation’s economic and digital transformation, contributing a notable 8% to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2023. This is according to a new report by the Global System for Mobile Communications […]
•This Comes Following Uproar Over the Bill Which Stakeholders Have Termed ‘Deeply Flawed’ In a major policy shift driven by intense pressure from key players in Kenya’s blue economy, the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs has agreed with the Council of Governors (CoG) to jointly petition Parliament for the immediate withdrawal of […]
•As Trump’s Tariffs Reshape Trade Alliances, EC President Touts Europe’s Reliability In a striking declaration of European resilience, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has positioned the EU as the world’s preferred partner in an era of geopolitical upheaval and economic uncertainty. Speaking against the backdrop of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff […]
As the conflict in Gaza continues, Microsoft’s multifaceted technological support for Israel has come under increasing scrutiny from activists, employees, and human rights advocates. The tech giant’s involvement spans artificial intelligence, military hardware, surveillance systems, and government infrastructure—raising ethical concerns about corporate complicity in warfare and occupation. AI, Surveillance, and Military-Linked Investments Microsoft’s engagement with […]
