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18 December 2024 - NYERI, Kenya, Dec 18 — Fish farmers in Nyeri County are calling on climate experts to provide training on adapting to changing climatic conditions, which they say are causing significant losses in their aquaculture ventures.   During a tour of fish…

18 December 2024 - Gaining a second citizenship can lead to an improved quality of life across the metrics that constitute living standards, even for rich people.

18 December 2024 - Interest payments on external debt consume an increasingly large share of Kenya’s export earnings.

18 December 2024 - The parcel of about two hectares located in the South of Ruiru in Kiambu County belongs to Gateway Mall Limited.

18 December 2024 - Phone flashing impacts the entire mobile ecosystem, with the customers bearing the heaviest brunt.

18 December 2024 - The move is part of a strategy to bring financial services closer to people and businesses. The bank is using the opportunity to give the branch a major facelift into a pristine, modern, and convenient space.

18 December 2024 - Judge Alfred Mabeya dismissed the application, saying the issue of the properties' management should be dealt with in the bankruptcy court.

18 December 2024 - Kenyans are increasingly travelling between counties and cities, which could be used to boost local tourism.

18 December 2024 - Digital taxi firm Little has ventured into the payments segment with a new point-of-sale (PoS) system targeting mostly restaurants and online vendors seeking a pie of the growing industry. A PoS...

18 December 2024 - The value of having superb vacation destinations in Africa goes much beyond just offering beautiful getaways. These locations are essential for promoting economic expansion, amongst other advantages.

18 December 2024 - Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or Drones have undergone a significant transformation, from being a novelty to becoming an integral part of modern military arsenals.

18 December 2024 - The banking sector's risk profile has changed over the past decade, with cybersecurity, cross-border and climate risks becoming increasingly important.

18 December 2024 - Thermal IPPs will no longer be required to hold minimum stocks of heavy fuel oil if new legislation is passed.

18 December 2024 - The high tax burden has forced a number of betting firms to abandon the market.

18 December 2024 - There is a naïve view that ‘more powerful information technology will necessarily lead to a more truthful understanding of the world.’

18 December 2024 - The most significant achievement came in 2022 when malaria deaths fell to just 219, a 98.5 percent drop from 2015 levels.

18 December 2024 - Key issues include access to education in remote areas, barriers against girls as well as curbing early marriages.

18 December 2024 - LOS ANGELES, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — The Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, the two busiest container ports in the United States, on Tuesday reported a strong surge in volumes for November, amid concerns over the potential imposition of new…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 18 – Visa has advised consumers to exercise caution during the holiday season as online shopping and digital transactions surge.   Chad Pollock, Vice President and General Manager for Visa East, stressed the need for heightened…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 18 – The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), and Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine have launched a program to enhance Kenya’s aquaculture…

18 December 2024 - It has been 30 years since the release of the cinematic classic, The Lion King. It has been 27 years that it has been playing on stage at the Minskoff Theatre in Broadway, New York. The legacy continues with the release of Mufasa: The Lion King,…

18 December 2024 - One key measure of an airline's reliability and efficiency is its ability to be punctual during operations.

18 December 2024 - After spending 10 years in prison, Segun Olowookere, a Nigerian man who was sentenced to death for stealing some poultry in Osun state, has been pardoned.

18 December 2024 - ADDIS ABABA, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — The Ethiopian House of Peoples’ Representatives (HoPR), the lower chamber of parliament, has passed a bill that allows foreign banks to operate in the country. During its regular session on Tuesday, the HoPR reviewed…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 18 – Centum Real Estate (Centum Re) property investors earned substantial returns in 2024, with capital gains of up to 20 percent and rental yields reaching 12 percent.   Centum Re Managing Director Kenneth Mbae revealed that…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 18 – The Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) has raised concerns over the effectiveness of the ongoing National Livestock Vaccination Campaign, citing issues of trust, coordination, and communication.   In a statement, KVA…

18 December 2024 - By Irene Nafula DEC 18 – Health insurance penetration in Kenya remains below 3%, compared to the global average of 7%. This reveals a critical challenge in Africa’s insurance landscape: while there is plenty of data available, much of it is not…

18 December 2024 - Even though Africa represents a small portion of the global air market, it’s a vital link connecting regions like Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The Cairo–Jeddah route claims the top spot with over 5.4 million scheduled seats.

18 December 2024 - While the Nigerian government has reportedly put in more effort to combat crime, some felonies are still perpetrated at an alarming rate, including robbery, kidnapping and homicide.

18 December 2024 - While the Nigerian government has reportedly put in more effort to combat crime, some felonies are still perpetrated at an alarming rate, one of which is murder.

18 December 2024 - Topline Nissan Motor’s shares surged sharply on Wednesday morning after reports emerged that the company had initiated talks for a merger with fellow Japanese carmaker Honda, in a move that intended to help Nissan wade through an ongoing crisis and…

18 December 2024 - Kawira ouster trial: Meru Governor to know her fate

18 December 2024 - With president Ruto’s directive, more agencies are now back to tap every coin through service fees.

18 December 2024 - Workers aiming to build homes in rural areas can now access affordable mortgages under a Ksh10 billion loan programme funded by the Housing Levy. Single-family applicants can borrow up to Ksh5 million, while multiple-family dwellings are eligible…

18 December 2024 - Hunger remains one of the most pressing and persistent challenges in Africa, affecting millions of lives across the continent.

18 December 2024 - OTTAWA, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — Canada has pledged 1.3 billion Canadian dollars (910 million U.S. dollars) to bolster border security, even as its deficit swelled nearly 50 percent beyond target. The Canadian federal government’s recently released 2024…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 17 — The Kenya China Economic and Trade Association (KCETA) has reported that Chinese companies in Kenya employed over 60,000 Kenyans in 2022-2023, achieving a localization ratio exceeding 90 percent.   Releasing its fourth…

18 December 2024 - Honda and Nissan are in talks to deepen ties, two people said on Wednesday, including a possible merger, the clearest sign yet of how Japan's once seemingly unbeatable auto industry is being reshaped by challenges from Tesla and Chinese rivals.

18 December 2024 - Numerous sectors, including transportation and agriculture, are impacted by the rising cost of diesel, especially in African countries.

18 December 2024 - MIGORI, Kenya Dec 17 –  Absa Bank Kenya has moved its Migori branch to a more central location convenient to customers in the town, using the opportunity to give the branch a major facelift into a pristine, modern and convenient space as part of…

18 December 2024 - SINGAPORE, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — The European Union (EU) became Singapore’s largest destination for service exports in 2023, with receipts rising 21.6 percent year-on-year to 72.4 billion Singapore dollars (about 53.6 billion U.S. dollars), according…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 18 — Kenya Power has restored supply after an overnight blackout that affected most parts of the country, including Nairobi’s Central Business District. In a statement, the company confirmed the widespread outage had spared only…

18 December 2024 - The Jag image is undoubtedly “executive” and “fast”, with numerous championships in motorsport and candidacy for the most beautiful car of all time (in the E-type).

18 December 2024 - TOKYO, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) — The Tokyo Stock Exchange on Wednesday resumed trading of shares in Nissan Motor, after announcing earlier it would temporarily suspend it to verify media reports regarding possible merger talks between the auto giant and…

18 December 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 17 – Environment Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale has suspended two licenses issued to Karura Golf Range Ltd for the construction of a golf range, restaurant, and mini golf park in Ngong Road Forest, Nairobi County. The issuer…

18 December 2024 - Kenyan drivers develop a sixth sense that enables them to take evasive action, often in advance, in a way that is also predictable to others.

18 December 2024 - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to attend a summit of major Muslim nations in Egypt on Thursday, marking the first visit by an Iranian leader since 2013.

17 December 2024 - LONDON, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) — Average weekly earnings for the August-October period went up 5.2 percent year-on-year in the United Kingdom (UK), official data showed on Tuesday. The rise in both regular pay (excluding bonuses) and total pay (including…

17 December 2024 - Mr Mokaya expects new trends in family apparel around conservation, holidays and professional themes.

17 December 2024 - Justice Mugambi had also ruled that the industry regulator had encroached on the mandate of the MCK.