NCBA & Kenya Seed partner to boost 2026 planting season with financial solutions & market links

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

NCBA, in a strategic partnership with the Kenya Seed Company, today convened over 150 maize seed farmers in Kitale to address the critical pillars of the upcomi...

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HACO Industries crowned Circular Economy Leader at Kenya ESG Awards 2026

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

HACO Industries Kenya Limited has been named a Circular Economy Leader at the 2026 Kenya ESG Awards. The ceremony, held at the Emara Ole-Sereni, brought togethe...

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UMG East Africa signals new era for Kenyan Pop with signing of Juanita Tunu

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG East Africa) has officially announced the signing of Nairobi’s rising star, Juanita Tunu. Juanita, whose signature sound...

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KRA deploys body-worn cameras for custom officers in customs reform

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially commissioned 350 body-worn cameras. The initiative, launched at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on M...

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Kenya Pipeline debuts on the NSE at Ksh. 9.30 after Ksh. 112B IPO

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Kenya Pipeline Company PLC (KPC PLC) officially debuted on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on March 10, 2026. The listing, the first privatization ...

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Kenya’s manufacturing sector calls for urgent reforms to cut license duplication & high costs

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

Kenya’s ambition to become a regional industrial powerhouse is facing a significant internal hurdle: a regulatory jungle that is draining the competitiveness of...

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TikTok boosts African AI literacy with $200k investment at Nairobi Safety Summit

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

TikTok has announced an additional $200,000 investment in AI media literacy in Africa. The announcement served as a cornerstone of the 3rd annual Africa Safer I...

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Copyright and Related Rights Bill 2026 bill summary

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has invited the public and industry stakeholders to review and comment on the Proposed Copyright and Related Rights Bill 2026...

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Copyright Bill 2026 aims to overhaul of intellectual property laws in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

In a move to modernize the protection of creative works, the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, h...

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Aga Khan sells Nation Media Group stake to Tanzania’s Rostam Azizi

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

In a landmark move for the East African media landscape, the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) has announced the sale of its majority stake in Nati...

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LSK sues Safaricom & Police over systemic data breaches and state-sponsored surveillance

Samson NderiMarch 11, 2026

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has moved to the High Court in a landmark constitutional petition, alleging a massive and systemic conspiracy between the country...

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ODPP Kenya announces 217 new job vacancies for 2026

Staff WriterMarch 11, 2026

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has officially invited applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill 217 positions across var...

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Absa Bank honours 48 SheRise graduates & 3 awardees for International Women’s Day

Samson NderiMarch 10, 2026

In commemoration of International Women’s Day, Absa Bank Kenya has celebrated the graduation of 48 women from the SheRise Masterclass leadership programme. The ...

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Cancer is a continuity risk whose true cost extends far beyond the patient

Staff WriterMarch 10, 2026

In Kenya, cancer has become a long-tail risk with profound implications for financial stability, workforce continuity and institutional resilience.  The country...

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Saracen appoints Clifford Kinyua as Group CEO amid regional expansion drive

Samson NderiMarch 10, 2026

Saracen Marketing Group has officially announced the appointment of Clifford Kinyua as its new Group Chief Executive Officer. Effective since October 2025, the ...

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Kenya launches policy to digitize agriculture & secure food future

Samson NderiMarch 10, 2026

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has introduced the Kenya Agricultural Data, Information and Digital Policy. The document provides a framew...

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The NTSA instant fine system is unconstitutional

Samson NderiMarch 10, 2026

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) recently launched its Instant Fines Traffic Management System, a fully automated platform that issues fines v...

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Why we should fight for Kenya’s data sovereignty

James WamathaiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya currently finds itself entangled in a geopolitical trade-off that threatens the very foundation of its national autonomy. In late 2025, the Kenyan governm...

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Google brings AI overviews and AI Mode to Kiswahili & 12 other African languages

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Google has officially expanded its AI Overviews and AI Mode search tools to support 13 African languages. This update includes widely spoken languages like Kisw...

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Safaricom M-PESA hits 40 million user milestone on its 19th birthday

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Nineteen years ago today, a simple mobile service launched in Kenya with the goal of helping people send money home. The platform has officially crossed the 40 ...

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Oversight Lab petitions ODPC to probe Ray-Ban Meta glasses for privacy violations

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Oversight Lab has filed a formal petition with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC). The petition calls for an urgent investigation into pr...

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The economic power of women in Africa’s creative and media industry

Staff WriterMarch 9, 2026

The global film and media industry is often celebrated as the beating heart of modern culture, an arena where stories transcend borders, shape identities, and f...

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Healthcare under attack: why cybersecurity is now critical care

Staff WriterMarch 9, 2026

Africa’s healthcare sector is facing a silent emergency. Many healthcare operators, facilities and doctors across Africa already grapple with the challenges of ...

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Gertrude’s Hospital warns of funding as thousands of children miss life-saving cancer care

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Kenya Childhood Cancer Programme, an initiative of Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, has raised Ksh. 63.44 million to date, providing life-saving diagnosis an...

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Kenya Airways touches down with first 2026 WRC Safari Rally cars

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya Airways (KQ), the airline partner for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally, successfully delivered the first consignment of high-performance rally cars, signaling th...

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CFAO Mobility invests Ksh. 48.5M in WRC Safari Rally 2026 & Kenya Rally Academy

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

CFAO Mobility Kenya (CMK) has announced that it has invested Ksh. 48.5 million in support of the 2026 WRC Safari Rally and the Kenya Rally Academy. This latest...

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Museum of Illusions Nairobi celebrates 1 year of existence

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

It has been exactly one year since the Museum of Illusions Nairobi (MOI Nairobi) first opened its doors, and the city’s skyline isn't the only thing looking dif...

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Israeli is reviving the settler-colonial model in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

For over a century, the kibbutz has been a cornerstone of the Israeli state. Established in 1910 and funded by Zionist organizations, these communal settlements...

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CA announces major slash in mobile termination rates through 2030

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has officially released Interconnection Determination No. 5 of 2025. The new directive outlines a progressive path...

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Nairobi residents to pay higher bills as new water & sewerage tariffs take effect

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Households and businesses across Nairobi are set to experience an increase in their monthly utility costs following the approval of a new tariff structure for t...

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CBK approves M-PESA phone number masking to boost privacy & stop merchant spam

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has officially authorized Safaricom to implement phone number masking for M-Pesa transactions. The decision marks a significant ...

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US installs DNA system in Kenya to help police fight crime & identify suspects

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has completed the installation of the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) at the National Forensic Laboratory ...

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BAT Kenya appoints Sidney Wafula as MD in leadership shake-up

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has announced a significant transition within its executive suite. As part of a structured succession plan, the Board...

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Court blocks establishment of golf range & restaurant in Ngong Forest

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Environment and Land Court (ELC) in Milimani has officially quashed the controversial licences issued for the development of a private golf range and restau...

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KFCB announces amnesty for Kenyan filmmakers to regularize unlicensed projects

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) has officially announced a 90-day grace period for filmmakers who have produced content without the required legal do...

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Historic pay rise for Kenya Police to take effect this July

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, and National Youth Service are set for a significant financial boost as the government prepares to implement...

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Why killing Showmax is a disaster for African viewers

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

On March 5, 2026, the African streaming landscape was rocked by the news that Showmax is being discontinued. While its new owner, the French media giant Canal+,...

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Royal Nairobi Golf Club announces exclusive 2026 membership drive

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Royal Nairobi Golf Club has officially launched its Membership Drive for 2026, offering significant discounts for prospective members and existing members l...

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Kiprono Kittony & David Ndii among new appointments to Kenya Airways Board

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya Airways Plc (KQ) has announced a significant restructuring of its Board of Directors, bringing in some of the country’s most seasoned economic and busin...

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Kenyan Parliament considers petition to classify haemophilia as a disability & include treatment in SHA

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

In a significant move for the medical community and thousands of Kenyan families, a formal public petition (No. 001 of 2026) has been presented to the National ...

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Lewis Hamilton is on a mission to bring F1 races to the African continent

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

In a recent interview, seven-time F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton opened up about his long-term efforts to bring a Formula 1 Grand Prix to Africa. Hamilton emp...

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How clerical errors being mislabelled by SHA as fraud are undermining healthcare in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Consider the case of a patient (ENG) at Kigumo Sub-County Hospital. Following a previous C-section, she was appropriately referred to the High-Risk Clinic for a...

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