As demand for mobile connectivity, digital services, and mobile financial solutions continues to grow, Airtel Kenya has expanded its customer access network across Nairobi with four new customer touchpoints. The new locations, comprising customer care shops at Development House in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), Freedom Heights in Lang’ata, Magunas Superstores – Utawala, and at…
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa, in partnership with the Ngong Hills Metro Community Forest Association (CFA) and Tree Niches, has today planted more than 300 indigenous trees at the Ngong Hills Forest, reinforcing ongoing efforts to restore one of the country’s most important water catchment ecosystems. The exercise comes at a time when Kenya is…
Emeritus Chief Justice David Maraga has been arrested outside the Nairobi National Park along Lang’ata Road while protesting against the construction of a parking lot inside the Nairobi National Park. Police officers apprehended Maraga earlier today alongside several other individuals. In a video seen by Dailyexpress.co.ke, police officers in plain clothes surrounded Maraga and the…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is seeking KSh74.8 billion to facilitate preparations for the 2027 General Election, a figure that would make the upcoming polls the most expensive electoral exercise in Kenya’s history if approved. The proposed budget is significantly higher than the amount spent during the 2022 General Election, which cost approximately KSh34.5 billion. The…
Millions of Kenyan workers are set to benefit from revised minimum wage regulations following the implementation of the government’s latest pay review. The New Salary Rates announced by Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua introduce a 12 per cent increase in general minimum wages and a 15 per cent increase for agricultural workers, fulfilling…
Britam paid out KShs 97.3 million in claims in 2025 to support 402,681 farmers and pastoralists recover from climate-related shocks across East Africa, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to building climate resilience through sustainable financial solutions. According to Britam’s 2025 Sustainability Report, the Group continues to expand access to innovative parametric insurance solutions that use satellite…
SGA Security reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility by sponsoring car number 7 during the 37th edition of the Rhino Charge. The continued partnership reflects the company’s sustained investment in conservation-driven initiatives that contribute to climate resilience, ecosystem protection and community wellbeing. “Sustainability is embedded in how we define our role…
Family Bank has received national scale long and short-term issuer ratings of BBB+(KE) and A2(KE), respectively, with a stable outlook, by Global Credit Rating (GCR). The ratings, which focus on the Bank and its subsidiaries, affirm the Bank’s strengthened competitive position within the MSME sector, supported by a growing financial strength, resilient capital position, and…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched investigations into a dramatic confrontation that disrupted proceedings at the Narok County Assembly, summoning 35 Members of County Assembly (MCAs) to record statements. The probe follows a chaotic assembly session that descended into disorder after disagreements over leadership changes and a proposed impeachment motion involving a senior…
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Renson Ingonga, CBS, OGW, has intensified efforts to strengthen environmental protection and governance through strategic collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The DPP held discussions with Prof. Patricia Kameri, Director of the Law Division at UNEP, to explore areas of mutual interest and potential cooperation in advancing environmental…
