Busia County, in partnership with the Action Against Child Labour Project, has launched a Code of Conduct for the Private Sector aimed at preventing and eliminating child labour in business operations and supply chains. The initiative marks a significant milestone in the county’s efforts to protect children’s rights and promote ethical labour practices. Private Sector […]
Kilifi, Kenya| In a bold move to curb the rising cases of teenage pregnancies in Kilifi South Sub-County, Mtoto wa Bahari, a community-based organization, has launched an initiative to empower students in 17 secondary schools. The program aims to provide scholarships, comprehensive sex education, and life skills training to foster self-awareness and academic excellence. Teen […]
The Trump administration is reportedly advocating for the easing of travel restrictions on controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother, Tristan, who are facing criminal charges in Romania. According to sources, U.S. officials have urged the Romanian government to return the brothers’ passports, allowing them to travel freely while their court proceedings are ongoing. U.S. […]
Kenya’s electricity consumption has reached an all-time high, with peak demand hitting 2,316 megawatts (MW)—the highest level ever recorded—on February 14, 2025. This new peak surpasses the previous record of 2,304 MW, which was set on January 15, 2025, by 12 MW, signaling a sustained growth in energy consumption across the country. Key Drivers of […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Equity Group Foundation has announced the selection of 750 top-performing students from the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination into its prestigious Equity Leadership Program (ELP). The selected scholars will participate in a six-month pre-university paid internship at Equity Bank branches across the country before joining university later this year. This […]
•Proposal Includes Profits from Frozen Russian Assets European Union lawmakers are considering the creation of a new financial mechanism to support Ukraine’s military needs, with discussions set to take place this week, according to a report by the Polish Press Agency (PAP). The proposed fund would be financed through voluntary contributions from EU member states […]
•German Defense Chief Calls for Increased Military Spending, Cites Russia as a Threat The European Union has exhausted its weapons stockpiles due to prolonged military support for Ukraine, leaving the bloc vulnerable to potential security threats, including from Russia, according to Armin Papperger, CEO of German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall. In an interview with the Financial […]
Baringo County residents are in mourning following the passing of their senator, William Cheptumo, who succumbed to illness at a Nairobi hospital. Leaders, residents, and stakeholders from various sectors have come forward to eulogize the late legislator, remembering him as a dedicated servant of the people, a champion of development, and a unifying figure in […]
Malava Member of Parliament (MP) Malulu Injendi has passed away after a prolonged illness. The legislator, who had been undergoing treatment at the Aga Khan Hospital, breathed his last while receiving medical care. His demise was confirmed by his family, who had recently disclosed that he was in critical condition. Injendi’s passing marks a significant […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, the leader of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and former commander of the notorious Janjaweed militia, arrived in Nairobi on Sunday to spearhead the highly anticipated unveiling of Sudan’s “Government of Peace and Unity.” The move signals a direct challenge to the internationally recognized administration based in Port Sudan, setting […]
