Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe during the during the 29th Graduation Ceremony at Bukura Agricultural College, Agriculture and Livestock Development. Photo Courtesy
Govt moves to safeguard agricultural institutional land from encroachment, subdivision
The national government has announced plans to protect land owned by agricultural institutions from subdivision and reallocation, citing its critical role in securing Kenya’s long-term food security and agricultural development. Speaking on Friday during the 29th Graduation Ceremony at Bukura Agricultural College, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe warned against growing pressure from…
Principal Secretary, State Department For MSMEs Development Susan Mang’eni receiving the award on behalf of CS Wycliffe Oparanya-Photo|Courtesy
Co-operatives and MSMEs Ministry Tops Public Service Performance Awards
The Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development has been ranked first in the Ministerial Best Improved Performance Category for the 2024/25 financial year, earning national recognition during the Public Service Performance Awards ceremony officiated by President William Ruto on 19 th June, 2026. The ministry received a Certificate of Excellence…
PS Ronoh appearing before the National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Lands on June 16, 2026
ADC opposes subdivision of 250,000 acres in Tana River, citing food security and ongoing probes
The Agricultural Development Corporation (ADC) has rejected proposals to subdivide and allocate 250,000 acres of public land under its management in Garsen Constituency, Tana River County, warning that the move would undermine national food production and contravene constitutional safeguards. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Lands at Bunge Tower, Agriculture Principal Secretary Dr….
Housing PS Charles Hinga addressing the Public Accounts Committee in the past
PS Hinga: affordable housing ownership protected beyond 2027 elections
Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga has assured Kenyans that beneficiaries of the Affordable Housing Programme will retain ownership of their homes, regardless of which government comes into power after the next elections. On Thursday, June 18, Hinga dismissed claims from the opposition suggesting that houses acquired under the programme could be repossessed following the 2027…
The nine newly launched matatus by Umowa sacco. Photo by Stephen Muthiny
Umowa Sacco launches 9 new Matatus to enhance transport services in Machakos
UMOWA Sacco has unveiled a new fleet of nine matatus in a move aimed at improving public transport services and creating employment opportunities in Machakos County and the surrounding region. Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti flagged off the vehicles on Friday outside the County Department of Roads and Public Works offices, reaffirming her administration’s commitment to…
SMEs show strong optimism as mobile money drives growth and digital confidence- Mastercard study
Kenya’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are entering the year ahead with renewed optimism in mobile money and digital payments. A new Mastercard SME Confidence Index reveals that 66 percent of SMEs are confident about their business outlook, while 70 percent expect revenue growth over the next 12 months. The survey credits Kenya’s deep digital…
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe-Photo|Courtesy
Gov’t Launches KSh1.47 trillion AgriConnect Plan to modernise farming and create jobs
The government has unveiled an ambitious KSh1.47 trillion programme aimed at transforming agriculture into a modern, technology‑driven sector that generates jobs, boosts exports, and strengthens food security. Speaking in Nairobi, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe introduced the Kenya AgriConnect Compact (2025–2030), a five‑year initiative developed in partnership with the World Bank. The programme seeks to…
The National Assembly during a previous session-Photo|National Assembly KE
National Assembly passes Finance Bill 2026, awaits presidential assent
The National Assembly has approved the Finance Bill 2026, clearing the way for the government to raise revenue for the Sh4.8 trillion budget in the 2026/27 fiscal year. The Bill sailed through its Third Reading on Thursday evening, June 18, 2026, after 122 Members of Parliament voted in favour, against 40 opposed, with no abstentions…
Prolonged drought sparks fears of maize losses in North Rift Region
Maize farmers in the North Rift Region are raising alarm over possible massive losses in this year’s harvest following a prolonged dry spell that has left crops withering in the fields. The situation has been worsened by the late disbursement of fertilizers, which affected crops during critical growth stages. Farmers say the four‑week drought has…
International Finance Corporation (IFC) Vice-President for Africa Ethiopis Tafara speaking during the IFC Press Roundtable held on October 02, 2025 at the IFC offices-Photo|Courtesy
Kenya’s investment climate strengthened through IFC collaboration and transformational agenda 2026-2028
Kenya has intensified its drive to position itself as a premier investment destination in Africa following a high-level Donor, Development Partner, and Private Sector Roundtable convened by Invest Kenya in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation. The forum brought together development partners, private sector leaders, and investment stakeholders to explore strategic collaboration opportunities aimed at…
