Landmark policy brief and factsheet reveals how e-waste crisis devastates communities in Kenya, Ghana
According to the policy brief, 61 per cent of respondents reported health issues from handling e-waste, with 47.2 per cent reporting respiratory complications and 35.3 per cent reporting skin damage or infections.
‘Who told you?’: It makes sense to say the spirit of Raila Odinga continues to thrive and bring joy in Linda Mwanainchi initiative
Ever since Jaramogi Oginga died on January 20, 1994, only three politicians from his geographical space have risen to a level qualified to be presidents of this country. All three are well known, respected nationally and internationally, and are ideologically rooted: They are Raila Odinga, Prof Nyong’o and James Orengo.
Middle East war poses threat to construction industry in Kenya after disrupting world freight operations
The concerns were aired during the Mabati Rolling Mills (MRM) annual convention held in Naivasha, where the high cost of electricity, the proliferation of counterfeit goods, and the prevalence of unqualified practitioners were identified as the principal challenges confronting the industry.
Mediocrity slur: ODM faction leader Edwin Sifuna is making some necessary noise but words have a way of turning truth on its head
In a beauty contest, it’s the ugly spots of the opponent that score points for you. In the Oburu’s faction’s thinking, “mediocrity” is not just a distortion of reality but an insult to a leader. The debate and the ensuing criticism of Sifuna’s “ugly” word provokes reflections on the power of words and small things that sometimes lead to disproportionate and unintended impact.
Pension schemes divest from property portfolios, eye investment in questionable Infrastructure Fund
TPS Administrator and Trust Secretary Peter Rotich said during a members’ education forum in Mombasa that the scheme had received approval from National Treasury to dispose of the properties following declining returns.
Just because I’m Black: Long before Venus and Serena Williams two Black sisters won 14 US national tennis titles but were never paid a cent
Tennis in the 1940s was strictly amateur. The Peters sisters received no prize money, no sponsorships, no compensation of any kind. They paid for their own rackets, their own travel, their own entry fees. They funded a career of national championships by working as schoolteachers.
Sports minister announces Kenya has met CAF financial obligationds for hosting of AFCON 2027
Following the CAF inspection report, Mvurya further reported that Kenya will be embarking on accelerated implementation of all infrastructure and operational compliance requirements
Kenya: Row between Senate and Council of Governors deepens as regional supremoes demand rescindment of arrest threats
Abdullahi announced that as many as 43 out of the 47 governors had earlier signed a memorandum raising concerns about alleged extortion, harassment, intimidation and embarrassment during appearances before Senate committees.
Kenya eyes booming world meat market as it steps up livestock disease detection, treatment
Following the workshop, a report and a roadmap outlining key actions, partnerships and investment opportunities will be produced. By improving access to reliable disease testing, these efforts aim to keep animals healthy, strengthen farmer livelihoods, and better protect Kenya against future outbreaks that could affect both animals and humans.
Kenya comes up with livestock identification and traceability law to curb cattle rustling, enhance world markets access
The digital livestock identification and traceability system is expected to help curb theft, monitor health and improve food safety. Using RFID tags, it tracks animal movements and links ownership, aimed at enhancing local and international trade.
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