Kenyan tech group unveils cloud AI lab to boost jobs and innovation

A coalition of leading Kenyan technology organizations has launched "1% Cloud and AI Lab," a co-creation space .

By Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

OpenAI launches GPT-5, its most advanced AI model yet

OpenAI unveiled GPT-5 on Thursday, describing it as its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date.

By Teresia Karanja, Xinhua 1 month ago

Kenya confirms 314 Mpox cases across 22 counties

Kenya confirms 314 Mpox cases across 22 counties since outbreak in July 2024; Mombasa leads with 146 cases, followed by Busia with 63; five deaths reported.

By Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

Thalia psychotherapy secures strategic funding to scale mental health access in Africa

Thalia Psychotherapy has received a strategic investment from the Health Innovation Exchange (HiEx), marking its second institutional backer after Vilgro Africa.

By Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

Climavox expands strategic communications services across Africa

Nairobi-based strategic communications and public relations consultancy Climavox has affirmed its becoming a regional player in strategic media engagement and cooperate storytelling.

By Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

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'Sleepy no more': Inside Konza's new game plan to attract investors

Konza Technopolis, the government's flagship project, is being developed as a science park and innovation hub within the country's largest smart city.

By Patrick Vidija and Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

NACADA seizes Sh3million cannabis haul in Kitale

The operation was part of an intensified crackdown following rising concerns over drug abuse among youth in Trans Nzoia County.

By Teresia Karanja 1 month ago

SBM Bank Kenya unveils Bancassurance subsidiary to transform insurance access

SBM Bank Kenya has launched the Bancassurance Subsidiary aiming to deliver a wide assortment of solutions within a fast simple banking environment

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

PS Isaboke champions digital inclusion for Kenya's marginalised communities

PS Isaboke outlined the government's plan to establish 1,450 digital hubs in every ward, supported by fibre optic cable extensions to ensure last-mile connectivity.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Industry players push for local manufacturing to foster affordable healthcare access

The government has been urged to enhance support for local health product manufacturers to foster affordable healthcare access.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Digital rights group banks on gamified learning to sensitise university students on inclusion

The innovative learning tool aims to transform complex digital rights concepts into a fun, accessible, and engaging board game, highlighting online safety, digital inclusion.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Magistrates and Judges association enjoined in case seeking to block Stella Atambo's graft prosecution

KMJA argues that Atambo is a member of the association and the association wishes to support her lawsuit seeking to bar the State from prosecuting her on corruption charges.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

EACC seeks court intervention in recovery of Sh200 million grabbed land

In a case filed in court, the commission said the prime public land valued at Sh200 million is located in the heart of Eldoret Central Business District.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Turaco and ASA International sign partnership deal to ease access to African market

The partnership is expected to significantly contribute to raising insurance penetration in Africa from the current 2 per cent to double digits.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

24.4 million Kenyans now on SHA, Duale cites drastic reforms

While lauding the ongoing national campaign and registration efforts, Duale said many Kenyans are now voluntarily registering without coercion.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Police spokesperson Muchiri admits fault in reporting Albert Ojwang's death

Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri has acknowledged police were wrong in giving Kenyans misleading reports regarding the death of blogger Albert Ojwang' in a police cell.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Smile Train opens new centre in Ghana to increase access to cleft care

The state-of-the-art Cleft Leadership Center aims to elevate cleft care delivery in Ghana and across the Sub-Saharan Africa region.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Omtatah accuses Ruto of undermining rule of law in governing Kenya

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has sharply criticised President William Ruto, accusing him of favoring force over the rule of law and undermining constitutional governance.

By Teresia Karanja 2 months ago

Kenya scoops three awards at continental Africa public service day celebrations

The three awards saw the country emerge among the top performers in public service delivery at the 10th edition held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Kenya praises its gender equality journey at Beijing's30 action agenda

Kenya has praised its affirmative action on gender equality at the Beijing+30 Action Agenda, marking the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Din-Kariuki: Kenyan voice at global migration dialogue at Cambridge symposium

Born and raised in Kenya, Dr Din-Kariuki draws on both personal and historical experience. Her grandfather left India in the 1930s as a stowaway and built a life in Kenya.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Ruku calls for Ubuntu-inspired leadership to transform Africa

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has called on African youth to lead the continent's transformation by embracing the African philosophy of Ubuntu.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Gachagua accuses Sakaja of sponsoring goons in Nairobi protests

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja of sponsoring goons to attack peaceful protesters during demonstrations in the county.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

IJM demands justice over Boniface Kariuki's shooting

International Justice Mission (IJM) has raised concerns about law enforcement officers turning against the citizens they are mandated to protect.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Oluga urges counties to prioritise HIV prevention amid rising youth infections

Dr Oluga said nearly 6,000 new HIV infections were recorded among individuals aged 15 to 24 which is troubling.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Four officers in Baby Pendo case barred from crime scene, granted bail

Muigai granted each accused person a bond of one million shillings with two sureties of 500,000 shillings each.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Food4Education calls for enhanced budgets to sustain school feeding initiatives

The government must embrace people-centred innovation that leverages accessible and widely adoptable technology to optimise, reduce costs, and collect data for informed growth

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Lake Turkana Wind Power spent Sh2.6b on taxes

According to the 2024 sustainability report dubbed 'Beyond Turbines: Impacting Kenya, Empowering People', the farm spent some Sh117 billion on energy cost savings.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Affordable houses best cure for perennial slum fires, Ruku says

The government is considering building affordable houses in all the slums across the country.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

EACC banks on Gen Zs to fight corruption

EACC has signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Youth Council to strengthen its collaboration and partnership in the fight against corruption.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Health Ministry, WHO partner to strengthen tobacco control measures

WHO affirmed its support for strengthening national laboratory capacity for the independent verification of tobacco products.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

China backs Kenya's health sector reforms in new Sh64.5billion partnership

Kenya has historically relied on China as a close development partner, having received billions in investments for infrastructure projects, including roads and railways.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Man sentenced to death for robbery with violence in Kawangware

Khanga was formally charged on November 15, 2024, by the ODPP. The case was concluded within six months-a notable demonstration of judicial efficiency.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

IG Kanja urges commanders to uphold integrity, serve with honour

Inspector General of the National Police Service, Mr Douglas Kanja, held the National Police Service Commanders' Conference yesterday.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Persons with disability have a right to digital access, CS Kabogo says

ICT Ministry to partner with innovators, leading global technology companies, and organisations representing persons with disabilities to drive forward Kenya's digital accessibility agenda.

By Patrick Vidija and Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Police arrest two robbery suspects, recover AK-47 in Buuri East

Determined to complete their mission, the robbers shattered a glass shelf containing mobile phones and made away with 15 smartphones.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Ruto hosts governors at State House, pushes for agricultural reforms

Ruto said the two levels of government will harmonise and consolidate the operations of agencies and departments under the Ministry of Agriculture.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Kenya commends global climate change body for support grants

Kenya has applauded the global climate change body for approving over USD900 million to fund climate-resilient development projects.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

DCI arrests suspects in Nairobi-Mombasa highway robbery spree

On May 19, 2025, the two suspects were presented before the Chief Magistrate's Court in Voi, where detectives were granted a 14-day custodial order to continue their investigations.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago

Governor Nyong'o grateful for Ruto, Raila's visit to Kisumu

He described the donation as a profound testament to the former Prime Minister's unwavering belief that every Kenyan deserves decent and affordable shelter.

By Teresia Karanja 3 months ago