Day: May 7, 2025

Norwegian Research Vessel Enhances Kenya’s Blue Economy Potential

Mombasa: The country’s forays to exploit vast opportunities in the Blue Economy sector received a significant boost with the arrival of a Norwegian research vessel. According to Kenya News Agency, the scientific vessel operated by the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research is equipped with seven state-of-the-art laboratories and was built

Khwisero Villagers Give Way for Power Connection

Khwisero: Three villages in Khwisero Constituency have completed the wayleave signing process, setting the stage for the commencement of last-mile electricity connection under the rural electrification program. Residents of Ekonjero, Emakuche, and Emukhunzulu signed the wayleave consent forms granting legal access for installation of electricity infrastructure on the private land.

Absa Group Sponsors 2025 East Africa Property Investment Summit in Nairobi

Nairobi: Absa Group, a financial institution in Africa, has been named the lead sponsor of the 2025 East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit, which kicks off in Nairobi. The two-day summit themed ‘Positioning for Opportunity,’ will feature investor roundtables, panel discussions, and networking sessions offering insights for trends such as

Legislators in Elgeyo Marakwet Oppose Move to Degazette County as Hardship Area

Elgeyo Marakwet: Elgeyo Marakwet county leaders have opposed the move to degazette the county as a hardship area which will see civil servants and teachers in the area lose their hardship allowance. The county women’s representative, Caroline Ngelechei, expressed her concerns, stating she has been advocating for the county’s inclusion

Government Advocates for Local Industries with New Policies

Kutus: Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), Lee Kinyanjui, has pledged government support for local industries through the introduction of favorable policies, emphasizing the necessity of value addition and agro-processing for national development. This announcement was made during the commissioning of a new wheat milling

Internal Auditors Urged to Embrace Technology and Uphold Integrity

Mombasa: Over 600 auditors from both the public and private sectors are gathered in the coastal city of Mombasa for the 22nd Annual Internal Audit Conference to deliberate on governance, risk management, and internal control practices. During the occasion, internal auditors were challenged to embrace emerging technologies to enhance efficiency