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Kenya courts Russia to invest in Big Four projects
Uhuru singled out construction of affordable houses, charter flight services, space technology as some of the opportunities available to Russians.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Kenya courts Russia to invest in Big Four projects
Serbia now backs Kenya UN council bid
Serbia has refused to recognise Kosovo's independence and it considers it an integral part of Serbia.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Serbia now backs Kenya UN council bid
Choral groups root for peace using song and dance online
Groups came together in the cyberspace to stream live their performances.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Choral groups root for peace using song and dance online
Americans who want to become Kenyans
While many Kenyans long to relocate to the US, these African-Americans want to migrate to Kenya.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Americans who want to become Kenyans
KPC strict rules on ethics sweep many away from top job
Of the 140 applicants only three made the shortlist for the position
By George Orido 6 years ago
KPC strict rules on ethics sweep many away from top job
Mary Kilobi’s brother shot dead in attack
Thespian killed in cold blood by gunmen in his Thika home
By George Orido 6 years ago
Mary Kilobi’s brother shot dead in attack
Kenya’s Subira listed for Oscars
Subira has been entered for consideration in the International Feature Film category.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Kenya’s Subira listed for Oscars
Rwanda to double tourism earnings by 2024
Dr Masozera has stressed the need for joint regional tourism packages
By George Orido 6 years ago
Rwanda to double tourism earnings by 2024
A third of SMEs fail to secure funds, new report shows
Some 48 respondents, representing 17 per cent of those who did not seek loan, cited unfavourable interest rates.
By George Orido 6 years ago
A third of SMEs fail to secure funds, new report shows
Five counties agree to provide land for industrial parks
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has secured land in five counties where the trade lobby plans to establish industrial parks.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Five counties agree to provide land for industrial parks
KNCCI President elected regional trade boss
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce President, Richard Ngatia is the new chairman of General Assembly of the Great Lakes Region Private Sector Forum.
By George Orido 6 years ago
KNCCI President elected regional trade boss
Gor Mahia hit composer is dead
Juma Toto, the man who sung golden hit FC Gor Mahia is dead.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Gor Mahia hit composer is dead
Gor Mahia hit composer Juma Toto dies aged 70
The man who gave Gor Mahia FC its anthem fell and cracked his skull last week.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Gor Mahia hit composer Juma Toto dies aged 70
Ex-theatre boss charged with abuse of firearm
Gichangi has also been accused by his employer KCC of forging a letter alleging extension of his contract.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Ex-theatre boss charged with abuse of firearm
Turning a home into a hotel
How a Nakuru investor started with a residential flat in mind and ended with a hospitality facility.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Turning a home into a hotel
Wamalwa launches taskforce on drought and famine
The taskforce has been given two months to look into the best way, the government can intervene on drought in a timely fashion
By George Orido 6 years ago
Wamalwa launches taskforce on drought and famine
Driving tourism growth in counties
Nakuru Hotels and Tourism Association is a membership body that brings together over 100 tourism stakeholders in the county.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Driving tourism growth in counties
Raila and Besigye feted at achievers awards
Foreign Ministry Chief Administrative Secretary Ababu Namwamba received the African Inspirational Leadership award.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Raila and Besigye feted at achievers awards
Mandera leaders call for action on graft
They said the census is a crucial exercise that will provide parameters on how development programmes will be planned and implemented in the future.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Mandera leaders call for action on graft
DeMathew's death a shock for Kenyan fans
Benga maestro John DeMathew dies in a road accident at Blue Post on Thika Super Highway
By George Orido 6 years ago
DeMathew's death a shock for Kenyan fans
Wajir making bold steps towards food security
The farmers are beneficiaries of drip irrigation technology introduced through the Agriculture Ministry of the county government.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Wajir making bold steps towards food security
Our children’s talents should not go down the drain after music fiesta
No county government has established an art and culture facility to nurture talents.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Our children’s talents should not go down the drain after music fiesta
30 wards to gain from Sh1.5 billion fund
In the programme, each of the wards will receive Sh25 million to implement crucial projects.
By George Orido 6 years ago
30 wards to gain from Sh1.5 billion fund
App that helps deaf communicate without sign language
The App easily recognises sounds including laughter, a knock, water, wind among other sounds.
By George Orido 6 years ago
App that helps deaf communicate without sign language
Raila shortlisted for Africa Voice Achievers award for reform role
Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana is earmarked to get the Governor of the Year Award.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Raila shortlisted for Africa Voice Achievers award for reform role
130,000 reasons why this year’s annual music festival will rock
One of the most popular class over the years has been Zilizopendwa, known for its pop songs rendered in choral performance
By George Orido 6 years ago
130,000 reasons why this year’s annual music festival will rock
Anti-racist body warns Facebook over hate
Cara Italia, has asked Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to stop the social media platform from being used to spread racism and hate.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Anti-racist body warns Facebook over hate
Sarafina served afresh at the Kenya National Theatre
Racialism still lurks on the streets long after Mandela’s death in 2013.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Sarafina served afresh at the Kenya National Theatre
Kenya-shot movie premiers in the US
Disney re-introduces animal kingdom of Pride Rock to a new audience 25 years after ‘The Lion King’ became a classic.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Kenya-shot movie premiers in the US
Rwanda marks silver jubilee Liberation Day
The Quadranscentennial recognised Liberation war veterans in a fete in Nairobi
By George Orido 6 years ago
Rwanda marks silver jubilee Liberation Day
Music and arts scene the poorer with Bob Collymore’s death
He supported various visual artists including sculptors, having been a collector and seller of arts
By George Orido 6 years ago
Music and arts scene the poorer with Bob Collymore’s death
Morocco launches the biggest port in Africa
The port can also handle 3 million passengers, 700,000 trucks and a million smaller vehicles.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Morocco launches the biggest port in Africa
Sip of Moroccan hospitality
Hospitality, spearmint tea and love add spice to life on a tour of the ancient Moroccan town of Tangier by the Mediterranean Sea
By George Orido 6 years ago
Sip of Moroccan hospitality
Legendary Lwanda Magere’s life re-imagined by new play
Synopsis of the piece features a slew of actors and reveals a bitter rivalry between Lwanda and his nemesis Konte from the Nandi community.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Legendary Lwanda Magere’s life re-imagined by new play
Music festival kicks off with nutrition top on the menu
he festival will end today with winners proceeding to Nairobi Regional edition in two weeks’ time
By George Orido 6 years ago
Music festival kicks off with nutrition top on the menu
New chamber boss promises a million small businesses
Team of 12 takes over, pledging to attract investments and make it easier for traders to access loans.
By George Orido 6 years ago
New chamber boss promises a million small businesses
New KNCCI officials elected as president Ngatia sworn in
Dr Ruto received 282 votes as Fatma came second with 146 votes while Semelang’o had 27 votes.
By George Orido 6 years ago
New KNCCI officials elected as president Ngatia sworn in
Nigerian Patoranking, Sauti Sol rock Choma na Ngoma show on Madaraka Day eve
Nigerian popstar Patoranking lived up to his billing when he charmed his Kenyan fans at the Choma na Ngoma music extravaganza at KICC
By George Orido 6 years ago
Nigerian Patoranking, Sauti Sol rock Choma na Ngoma show on Madaraka Day eve
Musicians thrill fans at Choma an Ngoma
Nigerian Patoranking and Kenya’s Sauti Sol rock Choma an Ngoma show on Madaraka Day eve
By George Orido 6 years ago
Musicians thrill fans at Choma an Ngoma
Congolese musician Mose Fan Fan is dead
Legendary Congolese musician Mose Fan Fan has died at the age of 75 today.
By George Orido 6 years ago
Congolese musician Mose Fan Fan is dead