Chairman of Palais des Thés François-Xavier Delmas, President of France Emmanuel Macron President William Ruto; Equity Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi; and Chairman of Gatanga Industries Limited, Karanja Kinyanjui, during the signing of the agreement on May 11, 2026-Photo|Courtesy

Kenyan Purple Tea secures direct entry into premium French markets through landmark pact

Kenyan tea farmers are set to access high‑value international buyers following the signing of a landmark export and promotional agreement between French tea company Palais des Thés, Gatanga Industries Limited, and Equity Group Holdings Plc. The deal was signed in Nairobi on the sidelines of the Africa Forward: Africa–France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth Summit,…

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President Ruto launching the Affordable housing in Mukuru
President William Ruto during the official launch of the Mukuru Estate Phase II, on December 18, 2025-Photo|Courtesy

Ruto cuts housing deposit from 10% to 5%, urges workers to register on Boma Yangu

President William Ruto has announced a reduction in the deposit required for affordable housing units, lowering the rate for salaried workers from 10 per cent to 5 per cent of a unit’s value. Speaking during the 2026 Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County, President Ruto said the move is aimed at easing access to home…

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MSEA CEO Henry Mwenda Rithaa and Buuri MP Mugambi Rindikire when they attended Ujuuzi Mashinani programme graduation ceremony in Buuri constituency, Meru County

MSEA CEO lauds President Ruto for initiating empowerment programmes

The Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA) Chief Executive Officer, Henry Mwenda Rithaa, has lauded President William Ruto for initiating empowerment programmes in the country to uplift citizens’ living standards. Rithaa said the programmes have positively impacted many people by economically and academically empowering them. Speaking in Buuri constituency during the graduation ceremony of the…

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President William Ruto speaking during the 2026 Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County-Photo|Courtesy

Ruto announces 15% wage increase for agricultural workers, 12% increase for workers nationwide

President William Ruto has announced a sweeping wage adjustment for Kenyan workers, unveiling a 12 per cent general increase for workers and a higher 15 per cent rise for agricultural employees. Speaking during the 2026 Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County, President Ruto stated that the wage increment marks a major policy shift aimed at…

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President William Ruto handing over a 10,000-litre milk cooler to Kangari United Dairy Cooperative Society in Murang’a County-Photo|Courtesy

Ruto hands over 10,000‑litre milk cooler to Kangari Dairy Cooperative Society

President William Ruto has handed over a 10,000‑litre milk cooler to Kangari United Dairy Cooperative Society in Kigumo Constituency, Murang’a County, in a move aimed at strengthening the dairy sector and improving farmers’ incomes. Ruto said the facility will help reduce post‑harvest milk losses, enhance value addition, and increase household earnings, thereby improving livelihoods for…

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki Speaking during the closing ceremony of the 2nd Africa Urban Forum at KICC-Photo|Courtesy

Kindiki urges Africa to embrace Kenya’s affordable housing model

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on African nations to draw lessons from Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme, describing it as a transformative initiative aimed at delivering dignified and affordable living spaces for millions of urban residents. Speaking during the closing ceremony of the 2nd Africa Urban Forum held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)…

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PS State Department for Cooperatives, Patrick Kiburi Kilemi with Meru Governor Rev. Isaac Mutuma and other officers during distribution of coffee seedlings last year. Photo/File

Meru pushes youth into coffee farming as county targets production revival

Meru County leaders and industry stakeholders are urging farmers to open up their land to young people in a bid to revive coffee production, which has been on a steady decline for decades. The call comes amid government-backed programmes aimed at restoring the crop’s former glory and securing its future. Charles Mutwiri Mkarimu, a member…

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Felix Maingi the chairman of Drumvalle Farmers Society in Kangundo and Matungulu addressing media recently. Maingi has appealed to President William Ruto to intervene and save their land from a rogue Liquidator who has defied an existing court order for more than ten years.Photo|Gastone Valusi

Drumvalle Cooperative members appeal to President Ruto for intervention in KSh700m land dispute 

Members of Drumvalle Farmers Cooperative Society in Kangundo and Matungulu have appealed to President William Ruto to intervene in a protracted land dispute, accusing a court‑appointed liquidator of defying orders for more than a decade and withholding critical documents tied to the society’s assets. Drumvalle Chairman Felix Maingi said the cooperative has suffered heavy losses…

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County Commissioner Stephen Kutwa with Governor Benjamin Cheboi. Leaders in Baringo County have lauded the government for restoring peace in previously troubled parts of the region, expressing optimism that the calm will pave the way for meaningful development.

Baringo leaders praise government for restoring peace, set sights on development

Leaders in Baringo County have commended the government for restoring peace in areas once plagued by banditry and cattle rustling, saying the calm has opened the door for renewed investment and socio‑economic growth. Governor Benjamin Cheboi, speaking at the Kabarnet Museum grounds, said insecurity had for years denied residents the chance to enjoy development and…

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Police DT SACCO CEO Solomon Atsiaya honoured with Presidential MBS Award

Kenya National Police DT SACCO Chief Executive Officer, Solomon Angutsa Atsiaya, has been conferred the prestigious Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS) by President William Ruto for his outstanding leadership and service to the cooperative movement. The national honour recognizes Atsiaya’s transformative role in strengthening SACCO governance, expanding financial inclusion, and advancing…

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