Kenya pushes nuclear programme to meet 60,000 megawatts to power industrialisation

Kenya pushes nuclear programme to meet 60,000 megawatts to power industrialisation

Siaya Governor James Orenge (centre) addressing the media in Kisumu on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 during an induction workshop for Siaya leaders on nuclear energy. Looking on is NuPEA board chairman Eng. Lawrence Gumbe (tight) and CEO Justus Wabuyabo (right). Credit: Chris Mahandara.

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Kenya’s MICE: In a highly interconnected world power wielded is not only by what a country produces but also the conversations it hosts

Kenya’s MICE: In a highly interconnected world power wielded is not only by what a country produces but also the conversations it hosts

Bomas provides a natural platform for this – showcasing our cultural wealth while directly supporting communities and preserving heritage.

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Court orders KRA to unfreeze former Nairobi Governor Sonko’s bank accounts, opens CBK probe into Equity Bank activities

Court orders KRA to unfreeze former Nairobi Governor Sonko’s bank accounts, opens CBK probe into Equity Bank activities

Friday’s ruling now cements that temporary relief, allowing Sonko breathing room as the substantive tax dispute proceeds.

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Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Responding, Ms Sheila Ndiho for the fourth respondent opposed the adjournment, maintaining that service had been properly effected using the same communication channels. She argued that the objection raised by the respondents was a delay tactic.

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Kenyan coffee farmers position themselves to cash in on China’s zero-tariff to raise trade volumes

Kenyan coffee farmers position themselves to cash in on China’s zero-tariff to raise trade volumes

The benefits are expected to extend beyond export volumes. As Chinese consumers diversify their preferences – from traditional brews to capsules and cold drinks – rising demand is likely to create positive ripple effects along the value chain, ultimately benefiting smallholder farmers, according to Musau.

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‘Chinese car brands hailed as ‘coming in South African market with a bang’ as Jetour launches PHEV SUVs in Pretoria

‘Chinese car brands hailed as ‘coming in South African market with a bang’ as Jetour launches PHEV SUVs in Pretoria

Yuan Anguo, vice president of Jetour International, said that since entering the South African market in September 2024, Jetour’s monthly sales have risen from about 400 units to over 1,800 units, reflecting strong market acceptance.

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Kenya’s record fuel hike is the trigger consumers needed to inflame muted anger as Middle East crisis bites – analysts

Kenya’s record fuel hike is the trigger consumers needed to inflame muted anger as Middle East crisis bites – analysts

On Tuesday, the country’s energy regulator raised the prices of super petrol and diesel by record margins of Ksh28.69 (about $0.22) per litre and Ksh40.3 per litre, respectively. The effects were immediate. In the public transport sector, operators, commonly known as matatus, raised fares by about 25 percent overnight.

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Coffee farming makes return to Taita Taveta as Kenya ramps up production for bigger stake in world market

Coffee farming makes return to Taita Taveta as Kenya ramps up production for bigger stake in world market

New Kenya Planters Co-operative Union is spearheading farmer awareness and capacity-building initiatives promote best agronomic practices and improve production systems, in addition to facilitating market linkages locally and internationally.

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Kenya launches TouristTap app to ease payment in tourism industry enhance convenience

Kenya launches TouristTap app to ease payment in tourism industry enhance convenience

The cabinet secretary further highlighted that the solution aligns with the government’s broader digital transformation agenda under President William Ruto, stressing that seamless payments are now a basic expectation for global travellers.

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Elon Musk feared ‘I was dying’ after second Covid vaccine as former Pfizer chief toxicologist the vaccine killed over 60,000 in Germany

Elon Musk feared ‘I was dying’ after second Covid vaccine as former Pfizer chief toxicologist the vaccine killed over 60,000 in Germany

Many Germans who were injured by the Covid-19 shot have difficulty getting compensation in court for pain and suffering because the courts maintain that the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine has a positive risk-benefit ratio, according to one commissioner who asked questions during the inquiry.

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