Kenyan entrepreneur, conservationist, and IUCN Patron of Nature, Humphrey Kariuki, has called for increased investment and stronger partnerships to support Africa’s regenerative blue economy, saying coastal communities must be at the heart of ocean conservation and restoration efforts. Speaking during the 17th Monaco Blue Initiative (MBI) and the 2nd Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF)…
More than 7000 adolescent girls gathered at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani for the Nairobi edition of SKY FEST 2026, as SKY Girls Kenya continued to strengthen one of the country’s largest movements championing confidence, self-worth, and positive decision-making among teenage girls. Held under this year’s theme, “Peace Over Pressure #Najijua,” the festival encouraged girls to choose…
President William Ruto has been gifted 100 camels by Wajir elders in honor of hosting the 63rd Madaraka day Celebrations in the North Eastern County. This was announced by Wajir County Governor Ahmed Abdullahi during the Madaraka Day celebrations held at Wajir Stadium. Governor Abdullahi said the gift reflects the community’s highest form of recognition…
I&M Group has posted a 19 per cent year-on-year increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Sh5.0 billion for the first quarter of 2026, up from Sh4.2 billion in the same period last year. The Group delivered a strong start to the year, recording a 42 per cent growth in customer numbers compared to the…
By Victoria Macharia Every morning, millions of Kenyans begin their day at a duka, a roadside kiosk, or a market stall. They buy small purchases repeatedly, countless times across the country. These transactions may seem insignificant in isolation, but collectively they form the backbone of Kenya’s consumer economy. And yet, they remain consistently undervalued in…
On-demand video company operating in Kenya, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pesaflix, has launched a music competition aimed at enabling the penetration and provision of affordable local video content to Kenyans, as high cost of monthly subscriptions continues to burden users. The one-minute freestyle music challenge, dubbed “Pesaflix Rap Challenge,” is targeting…
Guinness, the Official Beer of the Premier League, hosted football fans across Nairobi and Mombasa for a memorable Guinness Matchday experience following Arsenal’s confirmation as Premier League champions for the 2025/2026 season. The title was officially secured after Arsenal defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park, sealing a historic campaign that saw the North London…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Omar Hassan has claimed that his recent remarks on Mount Kenya were taken out of context. In his statement today, the UDA SG has alleged that his comments were misunderstood, adding that he never intended to offend or demean any community and reaffirmed his commitment to national unity. “My…
Mombasa Cement Athi River Plant has emerged as the Overall Winner at the 2026 Energy Management Awards (EMA), cementing its position as one of Kenya’s leading industrial players in energy efficiency and sustainable manufacturing. The annual awards, organized by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, celebrated organizations championing energy conservation, renewable energy adoption, and green industrial…
Kenya’s modern retail sector continues to gain momentum, with retail giant Carrefour marking 10 years of operations in the country amid growing consumer demand, the expansion of digital commerce, and an increase in the formalisation of the retail industry. The retailer, operated in Kenya by Majid Al Futtaim, said it has expanded from its first…
