Applications for the inaugural Swift Academy will close this Friday, August 28. This is a unique opportunity for Nairobi-based music creatives and industry professionals to enhance their skills, learn from seasoned experts, and forge valuable connections within the music ecosystem.Initiated by Martell and curated by Africa House, the academy will
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Sony Sugar Revival Boosts Awendo Economy
The revival of Sony Sugar has ignited optimism for business growth in the sugar-belt towns, including Awendo Town and its neighboring areas, which are now thriving with activity.In a recent interview, Jane Pamela Odhiambo, Managing Director of Sony Sugar Company 2025 Limited, highlighted that the region's renewed confidence stems from
Mombasa Urged to Unlock Blue Economy Potential Beyond Port Trade
Mombasa has only tapped into about half of its potential in the maritime sector, and it is time to move beyond mere transit trade to fully embrace the broader opportunities presented by the blue economy, as highlighted by foreign maritime expert Rhavy Nursimulu. Nursimulu, the founder and CEO of Logi-Consult,
Kamukunji Grounds Revamped into Modern Community and Heritage Hub
The historic Kamukunji Grounds in Nairobi, a pivotal site in Kenya’s journey toward multiparty democracy, has been revitalized into a modern public recreational and community facility through the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Project.Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo from the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration emphasizes that this restoration aims
Crackdown on Illegal LPG Dealers and Refilling Cartels Intensifies
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has initiated a robust campaign against illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) dealers and unauthorized cylinder refilling cartels.Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi emphasized that enforcement agencies will actively pursue traders who operate outside the law, prioritizing public safety above all.He affirmed that the government will
Meta Agrees to $18 Billion Over Child Safety on Facebook and Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has committed to a payment of up to $18 billion (£13.24 billion) to resolve claims from 29 U.S. states regarding the impact of its platforms on children.California's Attorney General, representing one of the suing states, emphasized that the settlement encompasses a variety
Babu Reaffirms Support for Edwin Sifuna’s 2027 Presidential Bid
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has firmly rejected claims of a political divide between him and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. He has reiterated his unwavering support for Sifuna, a fellow co-principal in the Linda Mwananchi movement, as they prepare for the 2027 General Election.Babu encourages Sifuna to continue
KRA to Access Uber, Bolt & Glovo Parcel Records Under New CA Rules
The moment you send a parcel through Uber, Bolt, Glovo, or Little in the future, the Government may access information about the sender, recipient, and declared contents of the package.New regulations from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) mandate that app-based courier platforms record and verify sender and recipient details,
Country Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80
Dolly Parton, a legendary figure in country music and a beloved philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 80.Her nephew, Brian Seaver, shared the news on Instagram, expressing the profound mix of pride and sadness that accompanies this moment. He stated, “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment
Yusuf Hassan Joins Gachagua’s DCP Party
Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan has officially joined the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), a move that strengthens the party ahead of the 2027 General Election, aligning with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.Yusuf has expressed his intention to seek a fifth term as MP for Kamukunji under this