DP Prof Kithure Kindiki speaking during the 14th Development Partnership Forum held at the Official Residence in Karen/Photo Courtesy

Gov’t disburses Ksh6 Billion for drought mitigation, pledges monthly Ksh4 Billion support

The National Government has disbursed more than Ksh6 billion over the past month to support drought mitigation efforts across affected regions, Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki has announced. The funds will been used to finance critical interventions, including the distribution of food and non-food items, medical supplies, and water to vulnerable communities hit hard by…

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Nandi Governor under fire over Ksh621m incomplete dairy project

The Nandi County Government is facing mounting scrutiny over what has been termed one of the most egregious cases of public sector waste in the region’s agribusiness sector, following revelations that the Nandi Dairy Cooperative Union creamery in Kabiyet has consumed Ksh621 million in public funds yet remains incomplete, dysfunctional and non-operational eight years after…

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Mwananchi Credit dismisses claims of financial strain, says operations stable

Mwananchi Credit has dismissed claims that it is facing financial difficulties or delaying staff salaries, asserting that the microfinance lender remains stable and on a growth path. In a statement from senior management, the company said all employee salaries have been settled in full and described reports to the contrary as misleading. “The truth is…

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Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti during launched thirteen brand new road grading equipment in Mutituni under the 'Barabara Mashinani ' program/Photo Courtesy

Governor Wavinya urges youth to go for NYOTA funds to boost economy

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged the youths to go for the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) funds whose disbursement will be officiated by President William Ruto in Machakos on Thursday. Governor Wavinya who spoke as she launched thirteen brand new road grading equipment in Mutituni under the ‘Barabara Mashinani ‘ program said nobody…

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Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi during People’s Republic of China celebration of the 76th anniversary of its National Day at Chinese Embassy in Nairobi/Photo Courtesy

Kenya to gain duty free access to Chinese market amid US trade barriers

Kenya is set to benefit from significant trade opportunities with China after the Asian nation agreed to negotiations allowing Kenyan goods to enter its market without tariffs. The development comes as U.S. imposed trade barriers continue to affect local exports. Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui announced on Thursday that, following recent bilateral trade talks with…

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ICPAK during submitting of its views to Parliament on the proposed sale of govt stake in Safaricom PLC/Photo Courtesy

ICPAK submits views regarding proposed sale of Gov’t stake in Safaricom, calls for transparency in pricing

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) has submitted its views to Parliament on the proposed partial divestiture of the government’s stake in Safaricom PLC, outlining both the strengths and weaknesses of the plan and drawing comparisons with international practices, including India. In its submission, ICPAK noted that the proposed divestiture could provide…

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IG Sacco headquaters in Kakamega/Photo File

IG sacco rolls out 2026 members education program in four centres

The Kakamega based Invest and Grow, IG SACCO has rolled out 2026 Members’ Education Program, a financial literacy initiative targeting members across four branches in Western Kenya. According to a notice issued by the Sacco, the program will take place on Saturday, January 17, beginning at 10 a.m, with parallel sessions scheduled in Matete, Mumias,…

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US President Donald Trump with President William Ruto during Ruto's visit in USA/Photo courtesy

U.S. House passes bill to extend AGOA, boosting Kenya’s trade prospects

The United States House of Representatives has passed a Bill to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for a further three years, marking a significant milestone in U.S. Africa trade relations and providing renewed certainty for key export sectors in Kenya. In Kenya, the textile and apparel industries operating within Export Processing Zones…

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Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Ronoh/Photo Courtesy

Govt to settle Ksh1.9 Billion in salary arrears for sugar workers

The government has committed to clearing Ksh 1.9 billion in salary arrears owed to workers of four former state-owned sugar mills, following their privatization and leasing to private investors. Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Ronoh confirmed that the arrears have been fully audited and allocated for in the national budget, ensuring that payments to the affected…

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