State to turn transport artery into ‘exhaust valve’ to fix strenuous traffic crawls in Nairobi
According to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), the existing two-lane B32 road will be upgraded to a four-lane dual carriageway with two-lane service roads, pedestrian walkways and six footbridges to enhance safety in busy areas like Ridgeways, Thindigua and Kiambu Town.
Kenya receives $10.5 million for re-greening of Lake Baringo watershed
Museiya praised the Northern Kenya Biodiversity Programme implemented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) for involving government stakeholders in project design to avoid duplication and ensure alignment with national priorities.
Kenya to forge modern, investment-steered trade deal with US after AGOA expiry
In 2024, US exports to Kenya totalled $771 million, representing a 60 per cent increase from the previous year, while Kenyan exports to the US reached $737 million, driven by $470 million in apparel, alongside coffee and cut flowers.
Tanzania announces formation of commission of inquiry to investigate election protests killings
Young people in Tanzania began demonstrating on Election Day on October 29 to protest the exclusion of presidential candidates from the two main opposition parties. President Hassan was declared the winner with more than 97 per cent of the total votes.
Communities in western Kenya wary of curse of incestuous marriages as urban culture permeate rural relationships
While the modern world changes, the roots of tradition must not be dumped. The stories, taboos and sacred codes of conduct that have bound communities together for centuries are not relics of the past – they are reminders of identity, unity and respect for ancestry.
Surge in child trafficking in Homa Bay, which borders Tanzania, alarms judiciary in Kenya
Children Justice Month is an initiative of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) that dedicates November to expediting cases involving children’s rights in all courts in Kenya.
Kenya turns to ‘Geographical Indications’ technology to brand and market its tea as uniquely local
Willy Mutai, the CEO of the Tea Board of Kenya, said on Thursday (today) that the study seeks to document the unique qualities of Kenyan tea linked to their geographic origins and explore how branding them as origin-specific products can increase value and competitiveness in global markets.
Massive gold find in Kakamega feeds talk about whether western is Kenya’s mythical El Dorado
The infrastructure needed will include 1,500-tonne-per-day processing plant, a 12-megawatt power station and a tailings storage facility. The mine’s construction is projected to cost between Ksh22 billion and Ksh27 billion, with an operational life of at least eight years.
Kenya: Siaya County Assembly passes landmark Widows Protection Bill that shields women from negative cultures
One of the key provisions of the Bill is the establishment of registration committees at both the county and ward levels. These committees will be responsible for identifying and registering widows, monitoring their welfare and ensuring that their rights are upheld.
Canada pushes for integration of refugees in Kakuma Camp into local economy
Canadian High Commissioner Joshua Tabah commended Kenya for fostering peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities. He reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to support ongoing efforts aimed at promoting inclusion.
