East African rulers face searing criticism for choking democracy as Uganda steals show  for ‘fatherirsm’ and longevity

East African rulers face searing criticism for choking democracy as Uganda steals show for ‘fatherirsm’ and longevity

In the past one year, Kenya has witnessed unprecedented incidence of extrajudicial killings, abductions and increased state repression as concerns emerge over contraction of democratic space.

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How wanton gold mining in Migori has degraded swathes of the county into wasteland

How wanton gold mining in Migori has degraded swathes of the county into wasteland

The massive vegetation clearing meant to pave the way for mining activities has resulted in increased surface runoff that largely contributes to water pollution, with chemicals such as mercury and sodium carbonate finding their way to the area water bodies.

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Kenya’s economy grows by 4.9 per cent to remain on strong trajectory of sustained expansion

Kenya’s economy grows by 4.9 per cent to remain on strong trajectory of sustained expansion

he information and communication sector grew 5.8 per cent, down from 9.2 per cent a year earlier, while financial and insurance activities expanded by 5.1 per cent, compared to 9.6 per cent in the first quarter of 2024.

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Kenya’s private sector output slipped a tad in first of the year but optimism in economy remains solid

Kenya’s private sector output slipped a tad in first of the year but optimism in economy remains solid

The downturn in business was compounded by a steeper fall in new orders, with over one-third of surveyed businesses reporting reduced sales intakes, compared to only 20 percent, noting an expansion.

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Kenyan police deployed to Haitian helpless as capital, Port-au-Prince, paralysed and isolated by gang violence

Kenyan police deployed to Haitian helpless as capital, Port-au-Prince, paralysed and isolated by gang violence

Although some are motivated by the urgent need to protect their communities, many operate outside existing legal frameworks, in some cases, engaging in extrajudicial actions and colluding with gangs. 

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Western Kenya’s profile as the country’s mythical El Dorado rose higher as Busia braces for commercial gold mining

Western Kenya’s profile as the country’s mythical El Dorado rose higher as Busia braces for commercial gold mining

On June 31, Principal Secretary in State Department of Mining Harry Kimtai announced that Kenya is ready to kick off commercial gold mining in Alupe, Busia County, to expand revenue streams of the national and county governments.

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Financial decision-makers assemble in Nairobi for Seamless East Africa conference

Financial decision-makers assemble in Nairobi for Seamless East Africa conference

The ICT principal secretary ICT announced that Kenya is setting up an open source that will help the young people to undertake their innovations.

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Ruto reveals plans to list Kenya Pipeline Company on Nairobi Securities Exchange

Ruto reveals plans to list Kenya Pipeline Company on Nairobi Securities Exchange

Kenya has been seeking new sources of funding since deadly nationwide protests last summer forced it to pursue austerity measures and scrap planned tax hikes worth more than 346 billion Kenyan shillings ($2.68 billion).

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Pig farming transforms livestock industry in Kiambu as youth venture into pork business

Pig farming transforms livestock industry in Kiambu as youth venture into pork business

Pig farming in Kiambu County is experiencing a remarkable transformation, fostering local economy and renewed hope to thousands of farmers in the county. Once seen as a small-scale, low-income venture, pig farming is now emerging as a key driver of agricultural development and youth employment in the area. At the...

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China’s Shenzhen investment group targets 400 million consumers in COMESA bloc as it sets base in Kenya

China’s Shenzhen investment group targets 400 million consumers in COMESA bloc as it sets base in Kenya

Kenya is emerging manufacturing zones ranging from Export Processing Zones (EPZs) in Athi River to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Dongo Kundu, Eldoret and Naivasha, are set to benefit from such collaborations, especially as the country seeks to raise its manufacturing contribution to GDP from 7.6 per cent to 20 per cent by 2030.

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