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Kenya to host conference on science parks and areas of innovation

Kenya has formally received hosting rights for the 2024 International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP) world conference.

Kenya to host conference on science parks and areas of innovation

Kenya Airways donates Boeing 737-700 plane to Mangu High

Kenya Airways donates Boeing 737-700 plane to Mangu High

Governors bank on an online App to enhance public participation

Governors bank on an online App to enhance public participation

Matatu fares to go up by 20pc after EPRA announces new petrol prices

Matatu fares to go up by 20pc after EPRA announces new petrol prices

Kisumu's journey towards a walking and smart city

Initially known as Port Florence and established in 1901 by the British, Kisumu has recently witnessed a lot of development from the private sector, county and national government.

Kisumu's journey towards a walking and smart city

Construction students competition is on

Ilbert Abiri, chairman of ACMK said the need to have competition was to expose students to the real construction world.

Construction students competition is on

Kenyan students shine in continental competition on nuclear energy

The competition sought to ignite dialogue and encourage innovative thinking regarding nuclear energy.

Kenyan students shine in continental competition on nuclear energy

Konza Authority taps insider John Okwiri as new chief executive

Okwiri holds an MBA in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting.

Konza Authority taps insider John Okwiri as new chief executive

Civil servant builds wind-powered tricycle

The tricycle has two batteries and a dynamo. The dynamo rotates the chain, which later propels the wheels. It has three-speed throttle buttons that control the speed.

Civil servant builds wind-powered tricycle

Non-state actors fault the Nairobi Declaration, say it failed to address some issues

Non-State Actors Committee (NSAC) said an issue like adaptation did not get the priority t deserves and want authorities to give it the same attention accorded to mitigation.

Non-state actors fault the Nairobi Declaration, say it failed to address some issues

Africa Climate Summit: These are the commitments and announcements made

Commitments were made by governments, the private sector, multi-lateral organisations, foundations, banks, philanthropists and United Nations agencies, among others.

Africa Climate Summit: These are the commitments and announcements made

New book on real estate investment launched

The book, 'The 7 Rules of Real Estate Investment’, is the third book after ‘Don’t Buy That House’ and ‘The Abnormal Student’.

New book on real estate investment launched

Northern Corridor stopover eyes to give long-distance drivers rest

Dubbed Supastop, the facility will feature modern amenities for long-distance transit drivers, including safe and secure parking, fuel station, decent and affordable accommodation.

Northern Corridor stopover eyes to give long-distance drivers rest

Why Africa should reject carbon trade as source of funding

A single credit represents one tonne of carbon dioxide removed or reduced from the atmosphere. Companies normally buy credits generated through initiatives like renewable energy.

Why Africa should reject carbon trade as source of funding

Rich nations pledge billions for Africa climate solutions

According to Oxfam, donors claimed to have mobilised $83.3 billion (Sh12 trillion) in 2020, but the actual spending value was at most $24.5 billion (Sh3.5 trillion).

Rich nations pledge billions for Africa climate solutions

UN Secretary General Guterres calls for global financial reforms that are in favour of African countries

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says Africa should have an effective debt relief mechanism to tackle climate change financing.

UN Secretary General Guterres calls for global financial reforms that are in favour of African countries

What African youth want addressed at Africa Climate Summit

Speaking under Africa Youth Climate Assembly(AYCA) during the opening ceremony of the summit, the youth gave eight demands that they want to be met by summit stakeholders.

What African youth want addressed at Africa Climate Summit

Water released from Fukushima nuclear plant safe, says Japan Embassy in Nairobi

Last week Thursday, the Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant operator Tokyo Electric Power (Tepco) started releasing contaminated water from nuclear reactors at the power plant.

Water released from Fukushima nuclear plant safe, says Japan Embassy in Nairobi

Nairobi River cleanup exercise to start this month, says commission

Nairobi Rivers Commission said the cleaning exercise will start on September 23, 2023 with immediate work entailing clearing solid waste and addressing sewage disposal.

Nairobi River cleanup exercise to start this month, says commission

Alliance calls for increased investment in green growth

An alliance of philanthropy, governments in emerging and developed economie has called for increased investment in green growth and climate financing solutions.

Alliance calls for increased investment in green growth

Nairobi River clean-up to begin on September 23

The Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC) announced on Friday that the cleaning and collection of waste in the Nairobi River will officially start on September 23.

Nairobi River clean-up to begin on September 23

We need a national dialogue to address issues

With the kind of cunning leaders in Kenya, who promise all kinds of developments, and who are willing to use money to sway voters, such dialogues will help citizens make informed decisions.

We need a national dialogue to address issues

National policy to boost food security launched in Nairobi

According to PASGR, the current state of food insecurity in Kenya warrants prompt and coordinated action.

National policy to boost food security launched in Nairobi

13 African Heads to attend Climate Summit in Nairobi

s of Thursday morning, she said more than 12,500 delegates from across the world had been accredited to attend the Summit and the Africa Climate Week that will be happening concurrently.

13 African Heads to attend Climate Summit in Nairobi

Engineers unveil five-year strategic plan

The 2023-2028 strategic plan by the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) is a review of the previous one and has been developed through a participatory process.

Engineers unveil five-year strategic plan

Africa's real estate attracts global interest after Covid

The renewed interest is demonstrated by the recent engagement and substantial investment commitments from major global powers, including the US, UK, South Korea, UAE, Saudi Arabia

Africa's real estate attracts global interest after Covid

SME warehousing and logistics park breaks ground at Tatu City

The construction of one of Kenya’s first small and medium enterprises (SMEs) warehousing and logistics park has started at Tatu City.

SME warehousing and logistics park breaks ground at Tatu City

Village elders to earn Sh7, 000 monthly, if Bill passes

Village elders could soon be paid Sh7,000 per month if the amendment bill proposed by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse is adopted.

Village elders to earn Sh7, 000 monthly, if Bill passes

Machogu: State and counties to partner in school feeding plan

The school feeding programme will increase enrolment and help enhance learners' focus during lessons, according to Education CS Machogu.

By 2 months ago

Machogu: State and counties to partner in school feeding plan

Standard lauded for effort to revamp education

Basic Education PS Belio Kipsang has lauded Standard Group PLC and Global Peace Foundation Kenya for their efforts in the education sector.

By 2 months ago

Standard lauded for effort to revamp education

Kenya experiences 82 per cent rise in cyberattacks

Cyberattacks on Kenyan businesses increased by 82 per cent according to a pan-African cyber security report released by Liquid C2, a business unit of Liquid Intelligent Technologies.

By 2 months ago

Kenya experiences 82 per cent rise in cyberattacks

UoN signs agreement with French companies to enhance skills, innovations

“We want to create employment while addressing global issues such as climate change and food security,’’ he said.

By 2 months ago

UoN signs agreement with French companies to enhance skills, innovations

Atwoli asks government to use taxes prudently to improve Kenyans' lives

“I want to thank the President for increasing the salaries for civil servants,” said Atwoli.

By 2 months ago

Atwoli asks government to use taxes prudently to improve Kenyans' lives

Pending bills, late disbursement claw back devolution 10 years later

"Our call to the National Treasury is to ensure timely release of allocations to County Governments in order to guarantee Kenyans continuous access to public services," said Waiguru.

By 2 months ago

Pending bills, late disbursement claw back devolution 10 years later

Tour guides protest reduced Mara entry ticket validity

Tour guides lament reduced Maasai Mara park entry ticket validity from 24 hours to 12 hours.

By 2 months ago

Tour guides protest reduced Mara entry ticket validity

Nairobi worst hit as counties accumulate Sh159.73 billion debts

Elgeyo Marakwet is the only county that has settled its debts, with regional governments having received a total of Sh2.9 trillion since the advent of devolution ten years ago.

By 2 months ago

Nairobi worst hit as counties accumulate Sh159.73 billion debts

Regulator warns on new real estate lobby

The Estate Agents Registration Board (EARB) has raised concerns over the upcoming real estate associations to regulate the sector.

By 2 months ago

Regulator warns on new real estate lobby

Livestream platform eyes content creators

According to Kinyanjui, the platform will be a disruptor in the market that is already flooded with likes of Instagram, Tiktok, Spotify, Facebook and YouTube among others.

By 2 months ago

Livestream platform eyes content creators

Kebs staff warned against malpractices

“Go back to your factory settings and make a difference. You can do this by going back to the laws and manuals that you have in your various departments, do what is right,” said Koskei.

By 3 months ago

Kebs staff warned against malpractices

Kenya Bureau of Standards staff warned against malpractices

Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has warned Kenya Bureau of Standards (KBS) staff against involvement in malpractices that could endanger the lives of Kenyans.

By 3 months ago

Kenya Bureau of Standards staff warned against malpractices

Konza Authority launches report as technology city draws investors

The smart city facilities development is now at 55 percent while the Konza conference facility is at 59 per cent completion. The new investors have now taken up over 80 percent of the space.

By 3 months ago

Konza Authority launches report as technology city draws investors

'Orders from above' will not be defence for corruption suspects, civil servants warned

Head of Public Service Koskei says no one will be spared in the war against graft even as the Kenya Kwanza administration battles major scandals that have hit it.

By 3 months ago

'Orders from above' will not be defence for corruption suspects, civil servants warned

We'll not succumb to diversionary tactics and intimidation, media lobby groups tell state

The media wants President William Ruto to call out government officials over the sustained attack on journalists and media houses.

By 3 months ago

We'll not succumb to diversionary tactics and intimidation, media lobby groups tell state

Two Kenyan schools listed for Sh35m global competition

Silibwet Secondary School, a government school in Nyahururu town, Nyandarua County and Freedom School, a private school in Nakuru County are among the top 10 institutions.

By 3 months ago

Two Kenyan schools listed for Sh35m global competition

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