African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya Railways Corporation has successfully conducted a trial run along the Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot railway line, marking a major milestone toward the full resumption of operations on one of the most strategic corridors of the metre-gauge railway network. The line has been out of service since April and May 2024 after unusually heavy rains triggered […]
Meru, Kenya — Leaders in the tea sector have cautioned Githunguri MP Gathoni wa Muchomba against what they termed as misleading tea farmers over claims of proposed new levies in the Tea Bill currently before the Senate. The warning was issued during a high-level tea industry stakeholders’ meeting held at Imenti Tea Factory, which brought […]
As Kenya continues to grapple with persistent socio-economic inequalities, targeted bursary programmes are emerging as powerful tools for expanding access to education among learners from low-income and vulnerable households. In constituencies such as West Mugirango in Nyamira County and Kiharu in Murang’a County, innovative use of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) is transforming […]
Mombasa, Kenya – Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to bridging the long-standing sea-time gap that has delayed the completion of studies for seafaring cadets in Kenya. For years, students pursuing Marine Engineering and Nautical Science have faced challenges in meeting the mandatory 12 months of sea-time required for certification, largely due to the […]
Meru County, Kenya — Residents of Ngare Ndare in Buuri Sub-County, Meru County, are celebrating a major milestone in healthcare delivery following the completion and upgrading of Ngare Ndare Dispensary through a strategic partnership between Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and the Meru County Government. For years, families in this remote area were forced to travel more […]
Kakamega County, Kenya – A family in Mawe Tatu Sub-Location, Likuyani Sub-County, Kakamega County, is demanding justice following the brutal killing of their 28-year-old kin, Josphat Etyang, who was allegedly abducted from his home, lynched and his body set ablaze by unknown assailants on Wednesday night. According to the family, the attack occurred at around 10pm […]
Nairobi – President William Ruto has praised the Dawoodi Bohra community for its significant contribution to Kenya’s socio-economic development, citing strong investments in housing, healthcare, and education that continue to support national growth. Speaking during an official visit to the Aljamea-tus-Saifiyah Nairobi campus in Karen, the President said the community’s long-standing presence and commitment to Kenya […]
Nairobi — The government has dismissed reports linking the National Youth Service (NYS) to a fresh Sh6.2 billion corruption scandal, insisting that no public money has been lost and that all questionable claims have been halted. Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku said all pending bills associated with […]
The Avocado Society of Kenya has welcomed the opening of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) liaison office in Dubai, terming it a long-awaited lifeline for avocado exporters who have endured years of losses, delayed payments and unresolved trade disputes in international markets. Speaking following the announcement, Avocado Society Chief Executive Officer […]
Nairobi, Kenya – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has raised alarm over what it terms a growing pattern of judicial overreach, warning that recent court orders could undermine the independence of the legal profession, restrict access to justice and disrupt the effective functioning of public institutions. Speaking at a press conference at the LSK headquarters […]
