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The majority of farmers in Marsabit County continue to rely on cheaper synthetic pesticides to control pests and diseases affecting their crops.
As the government and society advance digital agendas, persons with disabilities—especially those with deafblindness—are often left behind.
The ocean serves as a lifeline for millions of people by providing food security, supporting livelihoods, regulating climate, protecting coastlines, and sustaining cultural heritage.
Mastercard has announced a collaboration with insurtech company, Hillcroft (mTek) to launch embedded insurance solutions across East Africa.
Retired teacher James Luvai, once a close friend of Daniel arap Moi and a witness to Kenya’s independence trials, narrowly missed a life-changing government appointment.
The conference agenda was built on the fundamental principle that one size does not fit all. GGAA2025 brought together over 500 leading scientists, policymakers, industry experts and civil society.
Mombasa port cargo operations and logistics across East Africa are expected to grow further, following a major upgrade of systems at the facility.
Many farmers are still hesitant to move away from traditional farming practices
In 2024 alone, Kenya imported 309,300 metric tonnes of maize, an amount that could have been produced locally.
The Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya has joined other clothing industry lobbies across Africa in calling for reforms in the new global guidelines for used textiles.
Standard Group journalist Rosa Agutu has won the television and overall OFAB-Kenya, Media Awards, 2025, in recognition of her excellence in science and innovation reporting.
It’s a hive of activity as Caren Nekesa engages a group of attentive visitors at her stall.
Richie Olaka reiterated the government’s commitment to the Shirika Plan’s vision of integration and self-reliance.
Women across the country have received loans and participated in capacity building and applied the knowledge gained to enhance the quality and value of their products.
Staff at the National Museums of Kenya (NMK) have undergone training in disaster risk reduction to strengthen their capacity to protect heritage sites across the country.
Its compact, plug-and-play design means it can be deployed rapidly even in harsh or isolated environments.
The dairy sector is central to food security and livelihoods in East Africa but faces mounting pressure from climate change, including heat stress and drought.
UBA Group Chairman and investor Tony Elumelu has pledged deeper collaboration in infrastructure, energy, and economic empowerment following talks with President William Ruto in Nairobi.
Most Kenyan coffee growers have never even tasted coffee themselves, so they don’t fully understand what they’re selling.
Banned pesticides are still being exported by European companies to countries outside the EU, where they endanger workers and ecosystems.
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