1,000 smallholder maize farmers in Embu County are set to benefit from access to digital credit for inputs and insurance to boost agricultural production. Through a financing agreement between Family Bank and DigiFarm, the farmers based in Mbeere North and South sub-counties will be able to borrow and access the funds digitally through the agri-tech
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Azimio Coalition makes its presentation to the National Dialogue Committee
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French parliament decries bedbugs infestation
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House Republicans oust Speaker Kevin Mccarthy
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California governor appoints Laphonza Butler to replace Feinstein in US Senate
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Pope Francis says Catholic Church may soon bless Gay unions
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I refused bribe because of you, Gachagua tells coffee farmers
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Two arrested for receiving money by false pretence
President Ruto lauds Technological Innovation at IBM Research-Africa Labs fete
President William Ruto has emphasized the importance of technology, innovation, and collaboration in shaping Kenya's prosperous future. Speaking at the IBM Research-Africa Labs 10th Anniversary celebrations at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa in Karen on 28th September, the head of state said the event marked a significant milestone in