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Patrick Vidija

Internet shutdowns major hindrance to digital rights inclusion in Africa, report

The LONDA 2023 Digital Rights and Inclusion in Africa report indicates that Internet disruptions were unwelcome in 2023, featuring in 5 out of the 26 countries where the survey was conducted.

Internet shutdowns major hindrance to digital rights inclusion in Africa, report

Data privacy major challenge for Kenya's digital space, report

Data privacy major challenge for Kenya's digital space, report

Gachagua meets mechanics from Kariokor, promises to address concerns

Gachagua meets mechanics from Kariokor, promises to address concerns

Cleft charity firms to establish 40 solar pediatric theatres by next year

Cleft charity firms to establish 40 solar pediatric theatres by next year

Prayer alone not effective to get you jobs, youths told

Ben Simiyu said the agriculture sector does not only hold tremendous employment opportunities but will also ensure the country becomes food secure.

Prayer alone not effective to get you jobs, youths told

Jacaranda Health banks on AI-driven initiatives to support maternal healthcare

Jacaranda Health said the AI technology will improve maternal and newborn health outcomes and push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare.

Jacaranda Health banks on AI-driven initiatives to support maternal healthcare

Nazir Jinnah: Israeli-Iran conflict could disrupt global stability

Jinnah said Africa, like many regions, is vulnerable to the ripple effects of international conflicts, particularly in terms of trade disruptions and economic instability.

Nazir Jinnah: Israeli-Iran conflict could disrupt global stability

Manda schools hope for improved results after solar lighting donations

Three Manda schools in Lamu are looking forward to improved results after they received a donation of 200 solar lights.

Manda schools hope for improved results after solar lighting donations

Corruption and external debts hurting Kenyans, government told

Hotelier and Businessman Nazir Jinnah has said the current economic challenges that are bedeviling the country will continue to widen the gap between the rich and poor.

Corruption and external debts hurting Kenyans, government told

Sarah Ibeabuchi: The hair entrepreneur feted at Forty Under 40 Africa Awards

At the Forty under 40 Africa Awards, Ibeabuchi was not only recognised but celebrated for her outstanding achievements in the hair industry.

Sarah Ibeabuchi: The hair entrepreneur feted at Forty Under 40 Africa Awards

Public hospitals leading in Obstetric Violence against women- Report

Nurses are the primary perpetrators of OBV (51 percent), followed by doctors/obstetricians/gynecologists (25 percent) and support/non-clinical staff (19 percent).

Public hospitals leading in Obstetric Violence against women- Report

CoG wants doctors CBA reviewed, blames political incitement for strike

The council said the current CBA between the doctors union (KMPDU) and national government contains components that are not only difficult to implement but unreasonable.

CoG wants doctors CBA reviewed, blames political incitement for strike

Basil David scoops the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa Award

Basil David Anthony, the Chief Executive Officer of Modern Floors has won the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa award.

Basil David scoops the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa Award

Fintech firm PayAngel hails Kenya for innovation success

While rooting for innovation to enhance financial inclusion, Joseph Elvis Lamptey said Kenya stands as a vibrant hub within the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Fintech firm PayAngel hails Kenya for innovation success

UK-based fintech PayAngel eyes Kenyan market with secure diaspora remittance solutions

The firm’s platform will give the diaspora seamless access to be able to send their money into Kenya while eliminating all third party involvement.

UK-based fintech PayAngel eyes Kenyan market with secure diaspora remittance solutions

German manufacturer seeks to revolutionise Kenyan market with Sh500m investment

The firm’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer Christian May, said their goal is to transform the cleaning landscape in Kenya by bringing advanced products and services to customers.

German manufacturer seeks to revolutionise Kenyan market with Sh500m investment

Involve counties in war against violent extremism, government told

During a Twitter Space discussion on the national strategy to counter violent extremism, stakeholders held the view that county governments are integral players in the process.

Involve counties in war against violent extremism, government told

Jacaranda Health banks on Cynthia Kahumbura to drive sustainability, operations

Kahumbura steps up from her previous role of Country Director to lead the scale, sustainability and execution of programs and operations across the country.

Jacaranda Health banks on Cynthia Kahumbura to drive sustainability, operations

Civil society groups demand implementation of TJRC report

A group of civil society organisations has challenged the government to prioritise the implementation of the findings in the Truth, Justice, and Reconciliation Commission (TJRC).

Civil society groups demand implementation of TJRC report

State now banks on revised strategy to counter terrorism

The revised version of the 2016 strategy seeks to address critical issues like duplication of activities and resources by clearly outlining who is where and doing what.

State now banks on revised strategy to counter terrorism

40 nominees to be feted as Kenya hosts Forty under 40 Africa awards

The 30 nominees are drawn from various fields including banking and finance, health and wellness, human resource and development, education, Insurance, law and manufacturing.

40 nominees to be feted as Kenya hosts Forty under 40 Africa awards

Was Grade 8 pupil sexually abused before death?

Contradicting statements and molestation suspicions heightened intrigue in a school investigation after a Grade 8 pupil died under unclear circumstances.

Was Grade 8 pupil sexually abused before death?

Suspects linked to murder of Grade 8 pupil released on Sh500,000 bail

Five suspects linked to the murder of a Grade 8 pupil at Joy Gardens Primary School in Umoja-Tena have been released on a Sh500,000 bail each.

Suspects linked to murder of Grade 8 pupil released on Sh500,000 bail

Hotel staffers demand justice after attack

Employees who were attacked by a group of hired youth at Pinewood Hotel in Diani have called on police to move swiftly and bring perpetrators to book.

Hotel staffers demand justice after attack

Kajiado teen mothers get free daycare, empowerment centre

The centre to be managed by A PACK A MONTH will also serve as an empowerment centre for the mothers seeking to have a second chance to complete their education.

Kajiado teen mothers get free daycare, empowerment centre

Tourists association calls on DCI intervention after Pinewood Hotel attack

Police in Kwale have been put in a spot for failing to act following a daylight attack on Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa in Diani, months after the incident.

Tourists association calls on DCI intervention after Pinewood Hotel attack

Eng Kagondu seeks IEK presidency, vows to push for better remuneration

Kagondu said she will prioritise advocating for policies and legal frameworks that support the engineering profession.

Eng Kagondu seeks IEK presidency, vows to push for better remuneration

Insurance-backed loans propel financial resilience among communities

Embedding insurance into loans has the potential to boost financial resiliency among communities across the country.

Insurance-backed loans propel financial resilience among communities

Gig economy makes strides in Kenya's digital space

According to a report by the Digital Economy Task Force, Kenya’s gig economy is currently valued at $109 million supporting over 36,000 gig workers.

By 2 months ago

Gig economy makes strides in Kenya's digital space

Insurance-backed loans boost financial resilience, report

The default rate on insurance-backed loans across the country is 60 per cent lower than on non-insured loans, a new report has revealed.

By 2 months ago

Insurance-backed loans boost financial resilience, report

Animal welfare groups push for donkey's rights at AU summit

The groups said Africa's donkeys face an uncertain future due to the looming threat of the donkey skin trade and inadequate protection measures.

By 2 months ago

Animal welfare groups push for donkey's rights at AU summit

Zuri Foundation raises Sh50 million for women in science

The move is aimed at supporting women digital storytelling and engagement, expo showcase, traditional media engagement and networking sessions

By 2 months ago

Zuri Foundation raises Sh50 million for women in science

The truth has set me free, Jacque Maribe speaks on her acquittal

While quoting a biblical verse from John 8: 32, Maribe said, “Actually I have nothing to say but for you shall know the truth and it shall set you free.”

By 2 months ago

The truth has set me free, Jacque Maribe speaks on her acquittal

AU launches project to promote food and nutrition security in Africa

The project to be implemented by the Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems seeks to ensure the feed and fodder sector is developed across Africa in a sustainable and evidence-based manner

By 2 months ago

AU launches project to promote food and nutrition security in Africa

Feed and fodder committee seeks partnership to ease risks of poor quality

The committee on Wednesday said most Africans spend more than 10 per cent of their daily incomes to purchase livestock-sourced foods due to inefficiencies in the feed and fodder sector.

By 2 months ago

Feed and fodder committee seeks partnership to ease risks of poor quality

Kenya commits to develop its feed and fodder sector

Like in many other African countries, Kenya’s feed and fodder sector has been hard hit by the adverse effects of climate change, the global Covid-19 pandemic.

By 2 months ago

Kenya commits to develop its feed and fodder sector

Governor Wanga, KMPDU agree on deal to promote doctors, pay salary dues

KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atella told The Standard that they had also signed a deal that will all the doctors redesignated and confirmed gradually to their rightful job groups.

By 2 months ago

Governor Wanga, KMPDU agree on deal to promote doctors, pay salary dues

Rita Waeni laid to rest in private burial

20-year-old Rita Waeni was laid to rest at a private burial ceremony attended only by her family.

By 2 months ago

Rita Waeni laid to rest in private burial

Kenya hosts high-level meeting on livestock sector challenges

The five-day Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems (RAFFS) Project aims at driving an ‘African narrative that helps to make better evidence-based decisions for countries.’

By 2 months ago

Kenya hosts high-level meeting on livestock sector challenges

Moses Kuria unveils NYS recruitment team, encourages transparency

Kuria said in the exercise set to begin Monday next week, some 15,000 men and women will be recruited to join the service.

By 2 months ago

Moses Kuria unveils NYS recruitment team, encourages transparency

Doctors in Kitui County issue 14-day strike notice over 'labour injustices'

KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atellah said in the meeting the doctors agreed that the toll on their well-being, including the brink of depression, is undeniable.

By 3 months ago

Doctors in Kitui County issue 14-day strike notice over 'labour injustices'

Doctors in Kitui issue 14-day strike notice over labour injustices

The doctors said failure by the county to address all their concerns within the 14 days that lapses on Feb 7, 2024, will lead to withdrawal of services.

By 3 months ago

Doctors in Kitui issue 14-day strike notice over labour injustices

Rights group, film firm ink deal to tackle youth unemployment

The partnership seeking to bring about transformative change is in line with collaborative efforts to tackle the dual challenges of youth unemployment and digital exclusion.

By 3 months ago

Rights group, film firm ink deal to tackle youth unemployment

Waeni's killers had asked for Sh500,000 ransom, family of slain girl speaks

The family of a 20-year- old woman who was found murdered and her dismembered body stuffed in polythene bags now says her abductors had asked for Sh500,000 ransom.

By 3 months ago

Waeni's killers had asked for Sh500,000 ransom, family of slain girl speaks

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