DP Kithure Kindiki speaking during the 11th Annual Meru Dairy Farmers Field Day at the Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Gitoro Showground in Meru. Photo/courtesy
DP Kindiki: First eight county industrial parks nearly complete
Government moves to fast track completion of the first eight County Aggregation and Industrial Parks Meru, Embu, Kirinyaga and five other counties are nearing completion of their CAIPs Parks expected to create jobs, boost manufacturing and open new markets for farmers The Government has stepped up efforts towards the finalisation of the construction and operationalisation…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.
Sakaja rules out hawking ban, seeks balance for MSMEs
Sakaja rules out a total hawking ban, offering relief to thousands of informal traders Nairobi County plans to control where and when hawkers can operate Governor seeks a balance between street traders and formal MSMEs facing business costs Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ruled out a ban on street hawking in the capital, saying the…
Governor Anyang' Nyong'o (3rd from left) pose for a photo with the NEPAD-APRM team in his office.- photo courtesy
Nyong’o urges citizen role in Kisumu peer review
Kisumu residents urged to play a bigger role in assessing county governance and service delivery NEPAD APRM team returns to validate citizen feedback gathered across the county Findings will inform a peer review conference where governors will assess governance gaps and share best practices Kisumu Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o has called for active citizen…
Charles Hinga, Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development
Sacco records could unlock housing loans for Kenyans
Mobile money and Sacco records could help informal workers qualify for housing loans Government targets a major expansion of Kenya’s mortgage market Lenders push for wider financing options to turn affordable housing projects into home ownership Millions of Kenyans working outside formal employment could soon have a better chance of accessing affordable housing loans if…
Teacher Saccos must prioritise members’ mental health
Financial pressure is taking a toll on teachers’ wellbeing Teacher Saccos urged to offer counselling and wellness support Responsible lending could help members avoid debt distress Kenya’s teachers are facing an increasingly difficult economic reality. With the ever-increasing cost of living, many teachers are struggling to make ends meet. The result is not only financial…
Workers blocks part of the Namgoi–Kapsabet Road.- photo courtesy
Nandi housing project workers down tools over unpaid wages
Chesumei housing project workers halt work and block road over delayed wages Unpaid workers say mounting debts and rent arrears are worsening their financial strain Protesters demand immediate payment and accountability over the use of public funds Workers on the Chesumei Affordable Housing Project in Nandi County have downed their tools and blocked part of…
Bill proposes 7.5% pension deduction for county workers
County workers could face a new 7.5 per cent pension contribution under proposed legislation County governments may be required to match employee contributions by up to 15 per cent Bill proposes stronger safeguards for pension remittances and limited early access to benefits County government employees could see a new 7.5 per cent deduction from their…
Kenya tightens border controls on pesticides imports
Kenya steps up border checks to keep banned and unsafe pesticides out of the market Government pushes for harmonised pesticide rules across East Africa and COMESA Illegal pesticide entry has reportedly dropped sharply following tighter surveillance at key borders Kenya is tightening controls on pesticide imports in a move aimed at keeping chemicals that have…
National Assembly Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture Chairperson Dan Wanyama. The Creative Economy Bill, 2026, which he sponsors, proposes new institutions, funding mechanisms and other measures to support the growth of Kenya’s creative industries. Photo/Courtesy
Creative Economy Bill seeks to boost Kenya’s arts, jobs
New Bill seeks to give Kenya’s creative economy a dedicated legal and institutional framework Proposed reforms could establish new bodies to oversee training, promotion and regulation Creative Industry Development Fund proposed to boost financing for artists and creative enterprises A Bill seeking to establish a comprehensive legal and institutional framework for the growth and development…
Saccos await new law to unlock national payments access
Saccos face another wait for direct access to Kenya’s National Payments System Industry leaders call for wider consultation as the Co operatives Bill remains stuck in mediation Proposed reforms could introduce a Deposit Guarantee Fund and expand services available to Sacco members Kenya’s Sacco movement is facing another delay in its push for direct access…
