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New bid to tackle food losses for supermarkets, restaurants

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-20 15:12:51

An innovative app designed to combat food waste and losses, connects stores with consumers, allowing them to sell surplus and near-expiry food items at significantly discounted prices.

How global certification boosts livelihoods for local farmers

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-21 10:00:00

Anyone who buys products bearing the Fairtrade mark stands with farmers and workers, ensuring they earn fairly, work safely and produce ethically.

Kenya, Thailand partner to advance open learning, grassroots skills development

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-23 00:00:00

Green Africa Foundation and Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University have signed an MoU to promote open learning, applied research and knowledge sharing between Kenya and Thailand.

How conflict, degraded land became productive and income-generating farms

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-23 09:20:20

In 2022, a decision was made to aggregate the farms, marking the beginning of renewed hope for the farmers.

Inside dance festival that became the worst massacre in Israel's history

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-23 13:44:41

Hamas militants stormed the festival grounds near the Gaza border, killing hundreds of revellers and abducting others

Kenya hosts meeting on elephants and climate

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-27 11:32:56

Actions of elephants support biodiversity, regulate ecosystems, and enhance resilience to climate stress.

Thriving in desert farming: Key lessons from Israel

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-27 12:32:56

Roey Yosef’s farm uses high-pressure systems and drip irrigation, an efficient method that delivers water directly to plant roots in precisely measured amounts.

Agronomists reel from double trouble of high taxes, multiple licences

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-01-28 00:00:00

A survey conducted by AFAP reveals that agro-dealers in Kenya face heavy regulatory exploitation.

Kenya faces rising paediatric cancer cases

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-04 12:29:33

Data from KUTRRH indicates that paediatric cancer is a growing health challenge in Kenya, with an estimated 3,200 new cases diagnosed among children and adolescents each year.

New legislation in green financing a boost for Kenya's agricultural exports

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-06 00:00:00

New legislation provides for more tangible protections for public and private forests, and introduces new requirements for the sustainable management of dryland forests.

Traditional foods back in focus as experts push for healthier meal

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-07 09:36:00

The nutritional value of indigenous foods has prompted doctors  to recommend them for conditions such as diabetes and blood-related illnesses.

Kenya, Brazil to address growing trade imbalance

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-10 00:00:00

The economic relationship between Kenya and Brazil has long been characterised by a significant trade imbalance, with Brazil exporting far more to Kenya than Kenya exports to Brazil.

How entrepreneurs can tap into Sh230b indigenous knowledge economy

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-12 19:14:11

Beatrice Kirundu is one of millions of Kenyans who have invested in indigenous knowledge–based intellectual assets, commonly referred to as the Natural Products Industry.

Sipping success: Inside a student's banana empire

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-14 16:06:47

A student entrepreneur showcases a growing banana-based beverage venture to intrigued crowds at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre.

A new books urges leaders to fulfill their promises

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-02-22 11:17:34

A new book, which challenges leaders to move beyond electoral victory towards the harder work of delivery, credibility, and sustained public trust, has been launched.

How high-value bee products can unlock millions for Kenyans

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-03-04 07:00:00

High-value bee products beyond honey, long overlooked, have the potential to generate significant income for Kenyan beekeepers.

Reforms unlock much-needed research cash for universities

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-03-04 00:00:00

Reforms in Kenyan universities, including Kabianga University, aim to bridge the gap between strong research capacity and commercialisation to boost market impact.

Motorist demands signage on parking payment options within city centre

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-03-10 17:04:52

A motorist has issued a legal demand to the Nairobi County to install visible notices outlining available parking payment options, citing harassment by county parking officers whenever the app fails.

Grass saver: Farmers find hope in new hay technology

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-03-11 14:50:34

Jonathan Olelila used to graze his cattle, but after years of disappointment, he decided to take a different route — subdividing his land and planting grass specifically for hay production.

Fund to scale up climate and nature business in Africa

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2026-03-16 00:05:28

A new fund to support African enterprises in attracting private investment and scale climate-adaptation solutions that benefit people and nature has been launched.