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Ecobank invests Sh1 million in digital learning at Thika school
Ecobank Kenya has invested Sh1 million in digital learning infrastructure at Thamuru Primary School in Thika, providing 25 desktop computers and refurbished laboratory facilities expected to benefit more than 300 learners. The investment, announced on November 10, 2026, also includes textbooks and stationery to improve the learning environment. The initiative was undertaken as part of…
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Safaricom Launches 15th Sustainable Business Report, Reports Sh1.25 Trillion in Value Created for Kenya
Safaricom launched its 15th Sustainable Business Report at the Michael Joseph Centre in Nairobi on Tuesday, under the theme “Rooted in Impact, Connecting the Future,” reporting Sh1.25 trillion in value created for Kenyan society in the year to March 2026, a 10% increase from the previous year. Group CEO Peter Ndegwa said the report reflects…
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Kenya seeks Sh129.2bn in climate-linked financing
Kenya plans to raise Sh129.2 billion through sustainability-linked loans and bonds over the next two years as it seeks cheaper financing tied to environmental and development targets. The National Treasury aims to secure the financing in two equal tranches of Sh64.6 billion each, beginning with a syndicated sustainability-linked commercial loan expected before the end of…
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KCB beats green lending target with Sh48.8bn
KCB Group has exceeded its green financing target after disbursing Sh48.8 billion to environmentally sustainable projects across East Africa, highlighting the growing role of climate-focused investments in the region’s economy. According to the bank’s 2025 Sustainability Report, the funding supported projects in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, clean transportation, water management and other climate-smart…
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Siaya County Explores Microbial Technology to Boost Crop Yields and Cut Costs
Siaya County is moving to strengthen food and nutrition security for vulnerable households through strategic agricultural partnerships. The County’s Department of Agriculture has engaged with Academies Of Knowledge-Incubation For A Better Africa, known as AKIBA, to explore innovations aimed at improving crop production while reducing input costs. The discussions focus on adopting SUMA GROW’s microbial…
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Kenya Unveils First World Geothermal-Powered Green Fertilizer Plant
Kenya has unveiled the world’s first geothermal-powered green fertilizer plant in a partnership between the Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) and China’s Kaishan Group Co. Ltd, marking an advancement in clean energy innovation and agricultural transformation in Africa. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony at Olkaria in Naivasha, President William Ruto hailed the project as…
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President Ruto Launches Sh100 Billion Green Fertilizer Plant in Nakuru
President William Ruto has launched the construction of the KenGen-Kaishan Olkaria Green Fertiliser Plant in Nakuru County, saying it marks a defining moment in Kenya’s green industrial transformation. He said the Sh100 billion project is a step for Kenya and Africa as the continent moves toward sustainable manufacturing and energy-driven industrialization. The venture brings together…
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World Bank, TDB Back $95M Green Homes Drive in Kenya
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), in partnership with the World Bank, has launched a new project aimed at promoting sustainable and inclusive housing in Kenya. The initiative, dubbed the Africa Green, Resilient and Inclusive Housing De-risking (GRIHD) Facility Project, will be financed through a US$95 million (Sh12 billion) loan from…
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Can the Loss and Damage Fund Save African Cities?
By Dr Muhammad Gambo Every week, 1 million Africans move into cities already choking under floods, heatwaves and housing shortages. Yet Africa contributes a small percentage of global emissions. Every day, Africa faces the consequences of something it did not cause. While 7 out of the 10 world most climate vulnerable countries are in the…
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Isuzu Launches Wellness Drive to Curb Rising Road Deaths
In a bid to combat rising road fatalities, Isuzu East Africa and its partners have launched the third edition of the “Eyes on the Road” campaign, offering free medical and vehicle wellness checks to over 300 commercial drivers along Mombasa Road. The wellness drive focused on public service vehicles, school buses, and long-distance trucks areas…
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Konza-based Company Seeking to End Post Harvest Losses in Eastern Region
Growing up, Julius Muthui watched his parents and other community members struggle to preserve their harvests, especially fruits, in Kenya’s Lower Eastern region. Without proper storage facilities or access to reliable markets, many farmers faced losses during harvest seasons. Currently Muthui works with Goshen Farm Limited, a fruit exporting company based in Konza city. Initially,…
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How Startups Can Address Challenges in Informal Settlements
Informal settlements pose a significant challenge to urbanization, particularly in developing countries. However, startups, especially the ones focused on social entrepreneurship can help change lives for informal settlement dwellers. Informal settlements, often known to as slums, are areas where people live without official approval and usually without proper planning. These neighborhoods are typically marked by…
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Elon Musk unveils screen-based advertising pricing model on X.
Billionaire entrepreneur and X (formerly Twitter) owner Elon Musk has announced a major change to the platform’s advertising pricing model. In a post on X, Musk revealed that the platform will begin charging advertisers based on the vertical size of their ads rather than traditional engagement-based metrics. “X is moving to charging for ads based…
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How Kenya’s Private Security Sector Enhances Community Resilience and Sustainability
With Kenya’s security and development evolving overtime, the private security sector has emerged as a vital contributor not only to national safety but also to the resilience and sustainability of communities across the country. With over 900,000 individuals employed and annual revenues exceeding Sh 300 billion according to the Private Security Governance Observatory, the sector…
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Olkaria Geothermal Upgrade Powers Kenya’s Green Energy Goal
Kenya’s transition to a clean energy future has gained momentum following the delivery of key equipment for the ongoing expansion of the Olkaria I geothermal power plant by the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen). The state-owned power producer announced that two steam turbines and two generators destined for Units 2 and 3 of the new…
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Trader in Critical Condition After Being Shot During Nairobi Protests
A trader who sustained a gunshot wound to the head during protests in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Tuesday, June 17, is currently in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), according to a statement released by the hospital on Wednesday. The patient, who was brought to the facility at 3:16 PM as a…
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How Agri-Tech is Revolutionizing Bio-Agriculture in Kenya
In today’s modern world, technology seems to be taking the spotlight, making it appear as though we are drifting away from our agricultural roots. However, with the growing challenges facing the agricultural sector, Agri-Tech is becoming increasingly necessary to address these issues. Agriculture remains the lifeblood of many in Kenya and is a key pillar…
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Bill Gates Cautions African Countries About Overreliance on Foreign Aid
Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has warned African leaders against reliance on foreign aid even as his foundation commits to channeling the lion’s share of a Sh26 trillion (US$200 billion) war chest into Africa over the next two decades. This comes amid dwindling of foreign aid, especially from America’s United States Agency for International Development (USAID).…
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Govt Launches Youth Climate Jobs Drive, Sh500 Daily Pay Offered
The government has officially opened the registration process for the anticipated climate resilience service program (CRSP), calling on young people from all 47 counties to sign up. The initiative is aimed at providing employment opportunities and promoting environmental sustainability. Similar to the previous kazi mtaani initiative, the program seeks to engage youth in climate related…
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