Wildebeest phenomenon: Kenya’s world-famous Maasai Mara National Park recognised for wildlife migration by World Book of Records

Wildebeest phenomenon: Kenya’s world-famous Maasai Mara National Park recognised for wildlife migration by World Book of Records

The iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve has officially been recognised by the World Book of Records, for hosting the World’s Greatest Annual Terrestrial Wildlife Migration. This monumental achievement elevates Kenya’s internationally renowned reserve further in the fields of conservation and tourism. Narok Governor Patrick ole Ntutu announced the milestone and...

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Commercial sorghum and millet farming set for Siaya as farmers embrace indigenous crops

Commercial sorghum and millet farming set for Siaya as farmers embrace indigenous crops

According to nutritionist with Kenya Medical Training College Nairobi Samuel Maina, millet ugali has high fibre content which helps prevent spikes in blood sugar after meals. This means millet raises one’s blood sugar gradually.

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Finance minister admits economy is on ‘life support’ and warns Kenyans to brace for even harder times

Finance minister admits economy is on ‘life support’ and warns Kenyans to brace for even harder times

On reforming state-owned enterprises (GOEs), the cabinet secretary stated that the proposed GOE Bill, 2025, would restructure about 60 commercial state entities to operate under the Companies Act, enabling them to focus on profitability and efficiency. The objective is to shift project development in these institutions from state-driven to private sector-led models, freeing up fiscal resources for social spending.

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New law rewriting story of children arrested for criminal offences as it ‘humanises’ Kenyan prisons  

New law rewriting story of children arrested for criminal offences as it ‘humanises’ Kenyan prisons  

As Kenya rolls out this law across the country, the experience at the Murang’a Children’s Remand Home offers a powerful example of what a more humane, rehabilitative and protective juvenile justice system can look like.

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Kenya nominated to pilot next-generation HIV prevention drug lenacapavir in Africa

Kenya nominated to pilot next-generation HIV prevention drug lenacapavir in Africa

The Kenyan parliamentary delegation attending the IAS 2025 conference led by Dr James Nyikal, Chair of the Departmental Committee on Health, called for legislative support in advancing the sustainability of the gains made in the HIV response.

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Kenya to support small-scale miners as questions raised about actual volumes and value of country’s mineral wealth

Kenya to support small-scale miners as questions raised about actual volumes and value of country’s mineral wealth

The summit also discussed issues of mineral exploration, workable solutions in the mining sector and clearing the backlog on permits and licenses that need approvals. Other issues discussed included addressing court cases hindering the department of mining from issuing approvals and licenses, as well as addressing the decriminalisation of small-scale and artisan miners

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Kenya’s public plans to install clock-in systems to flush out ghost workers, tame truancy  

Kenya’s public plans to install clock-in systems to flush out ghost workers, tame truancy  

Apart from the Huduma Centre and the Teachers Service Commission offices, a majority of the state department offices that are housed within the regional commissioner’s compound were closed at 8 am when the cabinet secretary made his rounds.

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Study finds sugar and artificial sweeteners raise children’s risk of early puberty, lead to shorter adult height

Study finds sugar and artificial sweeteners raise children’s risk of early puberty, lead to shorter adult height

The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report named artificial sweeteners as one of the possible contributors to the US childhood chronic disease epidemic. In 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) determined that aspartame is “possibly carcinogenic” and ineffective for weight loss.

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For disrupting and democratising traditional banking services, Equity Bank has no equal n East Africa

For disrupting and democratising traditional banking services, Equity Bank has no equal n East Africa

Omar declared, “Thomas Sankara once said, ‘The ones who feed you, rule you.’ In today’s context, we might say, ‘The ones who finance you, empower you’,” insisting that strong African-owned banks are critical to scaling development and banks like Equity Bank are at the forefront of that mission.

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Kenya plans Jumuiya Market that ‘converges’ East African Community business, trade in Kisumu

Kenya plans Jumuiya Market that ‘converges’ East African Community business, trade in Kisumu

Governor Nyong’o welcomed the initiative, saying it aligns with the county’s vision to transform Kisumu into a regional trade hub.

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