Wilfred Mwalimo, Secretary ,Kishushe Ranching Cooperative Society Limited addressing the press at Kishushe Social hall.

Kishushe residents demand fresh adjudication of 18,000-acre community land

Kishushe residents are demanding fresh adjudication of 18,000 acres, citing alleged irregularities and inadequate public participation. Cooperative officials have raised concerns over alleged large land allocations to political leaders, with Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako disputing claims against him. Residents want transparent land distribution, protection of community interests and dialogue between national and county governments to…

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A water buffalo

Kenya trials water buffaloes for premium dairy products

Kenya is exploring a new livestock option that could reshape premium dairy production. Researchers will assess whether the animals can adapt to local farming conditions. Interest is growing among farmers and regional stakeholders as preparations for the pilot continue. Kenya is preparing to introduce water buffaloes from India in a pilot programme that could open…

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Chai Trading Company leaders during the launch of the strategic plan

Chai Trading Company launches five-year strategic plan

Chai Trading Company has unveiled a five-year plan focused on reducing tea marketing costs and improving farmers’ returns. A mega warehouse in Miritini, Mombasa, is expected to streamline tea storage and handling ahead of the auction. KTDA leaders are targeting new markets and stronger global demand to deliver better value for tea farmers. Tea farmers…

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Participants during an ICTSensitization Forum in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County.

Government plans 44,000 kilometre fibre network for youth

Government plans to expand fibre connectivity to reach public institutions, businesses and households across Kenya. Young people are being urged to turn digital content creation into sustainable sources of income. Elgeyo Marakwet County plans to waive charges for companies laying fibre optic cables to attract investment. The government is expanding internet connectivity through a planned…

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Thumaita Tea Factory Chairman Richard Magu addressing the media.

Kirinyaga tea farmers demand answers over low bonus payout

Farmers want the government to explain deductions from their tea earnings. Delayed refunds have left growers struggling with loans and household expenses. Thumaita factory leaders are pushing for promised processing equipment to improve tea quality. Tea farmers from Thumaita Tea Factory in Kirinyaga County have urged the government to come clean, demanding a refund of…

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Ukaguzi Sacco faces Ksh 47.03 million in loan defaults

Ukaguzi Sacco’s loan defaults have raised concerns over credit risk management as millions remain unpaid. Recovery of the Sacco’s Ksh 50 million investment in KUSCCO remains uncertain. Unremitted employer contributions add to the financial pressures facing the Sacco. Ukaguzi Sacco is grappling with Ksh 47.03 million in loan defaults and uncertainty over the recovery of…

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Anti-Counterfeit Authority officers inspects seized fertiliser bags during a raid on a suspected illegal repackaging operation in Matungu, Kakamega County. PHOTO| courtesy

Fertiliser repackaging racket exposed in Matungu raid

A raid in Kakamega has exposed suspected diversion of subsidised fertiliser into a counterfeit packaging operation. Two lorry drivers have been arrested as investigators pursue others linked to the alleged racket. The Anti-Counterfeit Authority has warned that illegal farm input trade threatens farmers’ livelihoods and food security. Officers from the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) have uncovered…

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New KCC Sotik factory to stay in public hands, State says

Government assures dairy farmers and workers that New KCC’s Sotik factory will remain publicly owned. Proposed leasing arrangements aim to improve operations and give farmer-owned entities a greater commercial role. Outstanding payments to farmers, suppliers and employees remain under verification as the State plans safeguards for public assets. Dairy farmers, workers and suppliers linked to…

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Nairobi skyline

Kenya reclaims title as East Africa’s largest economy

Kenya reclaims East Africa’s largest economy title with an estimated GDP of $151.15 billion. Ethiopia trails with an estimated $127.15 billion economy but is projected to record faster growth in 2026. Kenya’s challenge is to translate its economic position into more jobs, higher incomes and improved living standards. Kenya has reclaimed its position as East…

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