Electronic cargo seals open to multiple vendors under KRA
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has commenced the rollout of a Multi-Vendor User-Owned Electronic Seals Framework aimed at improving cargo tracking, reducing operational delays and enhancing the efficiency of cross-border trade. The new framework introduces a more flexible and competitive model for the provision and management of electronic seals used to monitor the movement of…
Joseph Kipkosgei Tonui alongside other stakeholders listening in during a briefing before viewing the progress at the Nyaribari Masaba Affordable Housing Project Kisii. PHOTO| courtesy
Housing committee reviews projects, flags Bungoma delay
Housing committee praises progress in Kakamega and Kisii but raises concerns over Bungoma delays. Lawmakers question slow construction and low sales at Bungoma’s affordable housing project. Residents in Kakamega seek solutions to water supply and waste management challenges. The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Housing, Urban Planning and Public Works has commended progress on affordable…
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. PHOTO| Courtesy
Kenya seeks wider Russian market for tea and coffee exports
Kenya seeks to expand tea, coffee and horticultural exports to the Russian market. Mudavadi heads to Moscow for high-level talks on trade, investment and economic cooperation. The government targets new partnerships in agriculture, energy, manufacturing and technology. Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has departed for Moscow, Russia, to attend the…
Rubbles of the Eastleigh building that collapsed
DPP orders DCI probe into Eastleigh building collapse
DPP orders detectives to investigate the Eastleigh building collapse and establish what went wrong. Investigators to examine possible lapses involving developers, contractors and county officials. ODPP warns that anyone found criminally responsible will face prosecution in accordance with the law. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has ordered detectives to investigate the collapse of a…
Tana River farmers receive grain silos, solar pumps
Tana River County distributes farm equipment to boost food production and reduce post-harvest losses. Farmer groups and cooperatives receive new support to improve grain storage and irrigation. The county steps up investment in agriculture to strengthen livelihoods and food security. More than 6,000 farmers in Tana River County now have better tools to store their…
Susan Auma Mang’eni, Principal Secretary in the State Department for MSME Development speaks during the flag-off at the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) Kariobangi Centre of Excellence in Nairobi. PHOTO| courtesy
Local brands head to Rwanda as firms eye regional market
Kenyan MSMEs prepare to showcase locally manufactured products at a major regional trade fair in Rwanda. Government officials urge entrepreneurs to use the exhibition to secure business deals and expand into new markets. The Kigali event targets stronger regional value chains and cross-border trade opportunities for Kenyan businesses. Kenya has stepped up efforts to expand…
Participants follow proceedings during a workshop to review the Draft National Trade Development Bill, 2025, in Nairobi./ courtesy
Kenya reviews draft trade bill to strengthen exports
The State Department for Trade and the Office of the Attorney-General have wrapped up a two day workshop in Nairobi to review the Draft National Trade Development Bill, 2025. The aim is to give Kenya a clear and workable legal framework for promoting, regulating and developing trade. Participants went through the bill’s main provisions and…
Laikipia County agro-ecology policy launch./ courtesy
Laikipia moves to curb harmful chemicals on its farms
Laikipia launches a new plan to promote safer and more sustainable farming. Farmers call for adequate funding to turn the county’s agro-ecology policy into action. The county targets reduced reliance on synthetic fertilisers and pesticides across its 15 wards. Laikipia County has launched a five year agro-ecology policy to reduce the use of hazardous chemicals…
Mentor Sacco CEO Joyce Ndegwa addresses members during the Special General Meeting held in Murang’a Town on October 17, 2026.
Mentor Sacco members vote to scrap AGMs for delegates system
Mentor Sacco members approve major changes to the society’s governance structure. The Sacco outlines plans to expand representation as membership grows. Members back a higher monthly contribution to strengthen family protection benefits. Members of Mentor Sacco have voted to abandon the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in favour of a delegates system, a change the society…
Stima DT Sacco National Chairman Dr. Joseph Siror addresses members during the 2026 High Savers Forum in Mombasa. PHOTO| courtesy
Stima DT Sacco forum focuses on wealth creation and legacy
Stima DT Sacco has brought together its high saving members, Board and Management in Mombasa for the 2026 High Savers Forum, with discussions focusing on wealth creation, investment opportunities and building lasting financial legacies. The forum, held under the theme “Growing Wealth, Building Legacies,” was officially opened by National Chairman Dr. (Eng.) Joseph Siror. He…
