Category Archives: Business
Kisii University Hosts Continental Push to Transform Education Research
Feb 19, 2026 at 06:02 PM
By Monica Nashon Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migosi Ogamba has announced the establishment of an independent State Department for Research, underscoring the government’s push for data-driven reforms in Kenya’s education sector. Speaking at Kisii University during the launch of the Higher Education Research Initiative Africa (HERI) Africa, Ogamba urged universities to treat research as a […]
National Assembly Approves Motion to Regulate TikTok, Rejects Calls for Ban
Feb 19, 2026 at 02:33 PM
By KPC Reporter The National Assembly has approved a motion seeking to regulate TikTok and other social media platforms in Kenya, dismissing claims that Parliament intends to ban the popular app. Speaker of the National Assembly Dr. Moses Wetang’ula set the tone for the debate, clarifying that the House was addressing concerns around misinformation and […]
EAC Leaders Push for Action on Trade Barriers in Kigali Dialogue
Feb 19, 2026 at 11:48 AM
By KPC Reporter The East African Community (EAC) has convened a two-day high-level Multisectoral Dialogue in Kigali to tackle persistent trade barriers and accelerate regional integration. The meeting brings together officials from all eight Partner States, alongside private-sector representatives, to address operational and institutional challenges that continue to hinder intra-EAC trade. Despite legal and policy […]
A Signature, a Noose, and a Nation That Refused to Forget Dedan Kimathi
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:56 AM
By Nyang’au Araka On the morning of February 18, 1957, as pre-independence Nairobi stirred to life, a document was being prepared inside a colonial prison. Its heading read simply: Endorsement, and, today, the document is 69 years old. Beneath it, in neat typewriter ink, were the words: “I have the honour to inform you that […]
Media Council of Kenya Deepens France Ties Ahead of Pan-African Media Summit
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:09 AM
By Nyang’au Araka and Courtesy/ MCK The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is strengthening global media collaborations to support sector growth and institutional resilience. Ahead of the upcoming Pan-African Media Summit, MCK held talks with representatives of the French Embassy in Kenya aimed at deepening international cooperation in media development and strategic partnerships. The discussions […]
Scratch-and-Win Campaign Empowers Farmers to Fight Fake Seeds, Boost Food Security
Feb 18, 2026 at 05:30 PM
By Monica Nashon Farmers across the country are being urged to take a frontline role in combating counterfeit seeds through a new national promotion campaign that rewards them for purchasing certified products. Speaking in Kisii during the launch of the national “Pick-Up” promotion campaign, Bayer East Africa Managing Director John Kanyingi said the initiative is […]
Sifuna Seeks Suspension of Ksh.80 Billion Nairobi Deal Over Legal Concerns
Feb 18, 2026 at 04:47 PM
By Janet Nyamwamu Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is not amused after the National Government committed Ksh.80 billion to Nairobi under a new cooperation framework as the entire process is legally flawed. The allocation is nearly four times what the county received in the current financial year. The funding targets key infrastructure and service sectors, including […]
Ruto Defends Nairobi Deal as Lawsuit Emerges
Feb 18, 2026 at 04:17 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga President William Ruto has defended the cooperation agreement between the National Government and Johnson Sakaja’s administration, even as a fresh court petition filed by Kenyans challenges the legality of the deal. Speaking Wednesday during an inspection tour of the Nairobi River regeneration works, the President said the partnership — valued at about […]
Unilever, Google Cloud Ink Five-Year AI Partnership to Drive Digital Transformation
Feb 18, 2026 at 12:23 PM
By Hyline Ocharo Unilever has announced a landmark five-year strategic partnership with Google Cloud aimed at accelerating the consumer goods giant’s digital transformation through advanced artificial intelligence and data technologies. Under the collaboration, Unilever will leverage Google Cloud’s AI, data analytics, and next-generation marketing tools to fuel growth across its global brand portfolio, including Dove, […]
NTSA Names Nashon Kondiwa as New Director General
Feb 18, 2026 at 11:50 AM
By KPC Reporter The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has appointed Nashon Kondiwa as its new Director General for a three-year term, effective 17 February 2026. Mr. Kondiwa, who has over 22 years of experience in ICT, innovation, intelligent transport systems, and digital transformation, previously served as NTSA’s Deputy Director of ICT. In that […]