Creative Economy Bill: Mombasa residents seek safeguards

Residents want clearer rules on content regulation and licensing Creatives have raised concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on their work Stakeholders are seeking a greater role in decisions affecting the creative sector Mombasa residents have called for greater safeguards for creatives and clarity on proposed rules under the Creative Economy Bill, 2026. Residents…

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NITA Managing Director Dr Rukia Atikiya speaks before the National Assembly’s Diaspora Affairs and Migrant Workers Committee during discussions on the proposed Industrial Training Bill, 2026 in Mombasa. PHOTO| Parliament

Bill proposes mandatory training for Kenyan migrant workers

A new framework could change how Kenyans prepare for jobs abroad Workers would be expected to gain knowledge beyond their job-specific skills Experienced workers could have another pathway to formal certification The Industrial Training Bill, 2026 could introduce mandatory pre-departure training for Kenyans seeking work abroad, NITA has told Parliament. The proposals emerged on September…

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Principal Secretary, State Department for Co-operatives, Patrick Kilemi, speaks during a meeting between Kenyan and Italian officials on the AGRIPACT agri-food value chain partnership. PHOTO| Courtesy

Kenya, Italy back Sh1.5bn agri-food value chain plan

Kenya and Italy partner on a Ksh1.5 billion plan targeting key agri-food value chains Farmers and agri-food enterprises in Nakuru and Kilifi set to benefit from the initiative The partnership will focus on value addition, market access and sustainable production Kenya and Italy are deepening cooperation in agriculture through a €10.2 million (about Ksh1.5 billion)…

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Samburu County Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi speaks during a Senate sitting. PHOTO| courtesy

Senator demands probe into livestock killings in Samburu

Samburu senator calls for investigations into alleged livestock killings during security operation Hundreds of goats and cattle were reportedly killed in Waso Ward over three days Senator seeks accountability, medical support and compensation for affected families Samburu County Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi has called for investigations into an alleged security operation in Waso Ward, Samburu East…

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Farmers consult during the Multi-Sectoral Clinic at Runyenjes Main Stadium in Embu County. PHOTO| courtesy

KALRO showcases new farming technologies at Embu clinic

KALRO showcases farming technologies to farmers during an Embu agricultural clinic Farmers learn about soil fertility, biotechnology and certified seed use Digital platforms offer farmers access to agricultural knowledge and services The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has showcased new technologies aimed at boosting food production in Embu County. The innovations are also…

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Kenya food security failure exposed by Zambia maize deal

Zambia maize deal exposes Kenya’s growing dependence on imported staple food Food insecurity and climate pressures continue to strain households and farmers Kenya faces calls to invest in irrigation, storage and climate-resilient agriculture Kenya is an agricultural nation, at least according to what we have told ourselves for decades. We have fertile highlands, millions of…

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Principal Secretary for MSMEs Susan Mang’eni (left) speaks during the Bullish Africa Annual Summit 2026 in New York City. PHOTO| courtesy

MSME financing: Kenya seeks private capital for small firms

Kenya seeks private capital to help close the Ksh4 trillion MSME financing gap Government outlines credit guarantees and investment funds to unlock lending Digitalisation and market access form part of efforts to expand MSME opportunities Kenya is seeking to unlock more private-sector financing for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) amid a Ksh4 trillion financing…

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Defence Sacco delegation during a benchmarking visit to United Nations DT Sacco. PHOTO| courtesy

Defence Sacco visits UN Sacco for benchmarking session

Defence Sacco delegation visits UN Sacco to learn from its operations Member service takes centre stage during the benchmarking engagement The two Saccos exchange practical approaches on improving service delivery Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (Sacco) has visited United Nations DT Sacco for a benchmarking session on operations and member services. Defence Sacco’s delegation…

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Imarika Sacco opens recruitment for three job positions

Imarika Sacco opens opportunities for professionals across three operational roles Applicants have until October 6 to submit their applications The recruitment targets candidates with experience in finance, records management and office support Imarika Sacco has opened recruitment for three positions as it seeks to strengthen its workforce. The Sacco is hiring for the positions of…

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MSME drive to launch in Vihiga, set to back young entrepreneurs

Vihiga prepares to host the first phase of the nationwide MSME drive Government officials to engage entrepreneurs and assess ongoing support programmes The initiative will expand to more counties as officials gather feedback on implementation The government is set to launch a nationwide drive for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs, starting…

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