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Kenya Meteorological Service has warned of changing weather conditions across several regions during the October to December rainy season. Flood-prone areas, urban centres and highland communities face potential disruptions from heavy downpours. The expected rains could boost farming, restore pasture and replenish water sources after months of relatively dry conditions. Kenya is bracing for three…
Residents were given little time to gather their belongings as police supervised the evacuation. County inspectors raised concerns over cracks and the building’s compliance with construction regulations. The latest incident has renewed scrutiny of Nairobi’s residential building safety and enforcement standards. More than 90 families have been left homeless after Nairobi City County ordered the…
Industry PS Juma Mukwana wants millers to explore flavoured, ready-to-eat ugali products for export markets. Millers face the challenge of meeting Kenya’s projected food demand as the population grows towards 70 million by 2050. Cereals Millers Association Chairman Beju Shah has called on NCPB to maintain adequate maize stocks to support processors. Strawberry or vanilla…
Ndwiga takes over the Coffee Board chairmanship following a fresh presidential appointment. Kinyua moves to lead the Coffee Research and Training Institute council after 56 days at the board. The leadership changes bring new oversight to key institutions shaping Kenya’s coffee sector. Former Embu Senator Njeru Peter Ndwiga is the new Non-Executive Chairperson of the…
Narok farmers complete training aimed at improving agricultural productivity and livelihoods. Livestock keepers are encouraged to tap into pasture production as a profitable venture. Farmers are urged to explore digital marketing and stronger market linkages to boost produce sales. A total of 118 farmers drawn from all wards in Narok County have graduated after completing…
SMEs are calling for changes to tax and credit policies to ease pressure on businesses. Business leaders warn that financial barriers are limiting enterprise growth and job creation. Government support programmes face calls for stronger measures to help small businesses expand. Heavy taxes and limited access to credit are holding back small businesses in Kenya,…
Kenya is set to receive thousands of smart weather stations to support climate-smart farming. The initiative targets small-scale farmers with plot-specific weather data and digital advisory services. A proposed financing model seeks to expand farmers’ access to technology without requiring personal assets as security. Austrian agricultural technology firm Pessl Instruments will install 15,000 smart weather…
Only 20 per cent of diaspora remittances goes into investment, with the government seeking to increase the share. Australia has emerged as a key source of remittances and professional opportunities for Kenyans abroad. Kenya is pushing for stronger trade and travel links with Australia, including proposed direct flights. Only about 20 per cent of the…
Sugar crop growers will go to the polls on November 24, 2026 to elect five grower representatives to the Kenya Sugar Board, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has announced. The Elections Committee chairperson signed the notice on October 30, 2026. It tells the public and growers that voting will proceed under the applicable…
Government signs Ksh270 million grant to help farmers use climate information. Project will support decisions on planting, irrigation and drought preparedness. Agribusinesses will also benefit from improved weather data for planning and reducing losses. Kenyan farmers are set to get practical help in turning weather forecasts into decisions on what to plant, when to plant…
