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Mabati Rolling Mills Hits the Road with Kenya ’s First Mobile Showroom Mabati Rolling Mills headquarters, Athi River, Nairobi   Nairobi, Kenya - August 28, 2025  Mabati Rolling Mills Ltd (MRM), Kenya’s leading manufacturer of steel roofing and building solutions , has unveiled a bold new innovation, the country’s first “ Showroom on Wheels ," today at Mabati Rolling Mills headquarters in Nairobi. The mobile showroom, launched under the banner “ Building Dreams, Mile by Mile ,” will take MRM’s full portfolio of trusted building solutions directly to communities across Kenya, from urban centers to remote villages. Speaking at the launch, MRM Chief Executive Officer Albert Sigei described the initiative as a milestone in bridging the gap between the company and its customers. “We understand the importance of accessibility and convenience for our customers. This Mobile Showroom is part of our ongoing strategy to enhance the customer experience by bringing our innovative buildi...

  KenGen Seals Strategic Green Partnerships with Nestlé Kenya and GGGI Ahead of Landmark Sustainable Energy Conference Chief Finance Officer, Nestle, Frida Agembe(left), KenGen CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga (middle) and Head of Kenya Office, GGGI, Ms. Nagnouma Kone(right) addressing the press today in Nairobi . Nairobi - August 27, 2025 Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has signed a cooperation agreement with Nestlé Kenya Ltd and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) today in Nairobi, marking a major milestone in advancing Kenya’s green growth agenda. Speaking during the signing ceremony in Nairobi, KenGen Managing Director and CEO Eng. Peter Njenga described the dual partnership as “a joint moment where the corporate world and the global knowledge community come together to build a greener, healthier, and sustainable future for generations to come.” KenGen, East Africa’s largest power producer with an installed capacity of 1,786MW , 90% of it from renewable sources incl...

Feminist Network Rallies Africa to Transform Education for Gender Equality. Leaders, activists, and policymakers charting bold strategies at Nairobi regional workshop. Nairobi , August 26, 2025 The Feminist Network for Gender Transformative Education (FEMNET4GTE) has convened its Africa Regional Action Workshop in Nairobi, bringing together more than 50 leaders, policymakers, activists, and education experts from across the continent to push forward a bold agenda for gender equality in and through education, today at The Pacific hotel Westland. The two-day convening, which runs through August 27, seeks to align Africa’s education strategies with feminist principles that dismantle structural barriers, shift harmful gender norms, and embed equality in classrooms across the continent. FEMNET4GTE, a growing intergenerational movement of over 210 organizations, governments, researchers, and advocates, was founded in 2022 and has since become a leading platform for advancing gender-transfor...

Golden Jubilee of UoN Pharmacy Alumni Celebrated with Mega Health Outreach in Kibra . Dr. Moses Mwangi, HSC (left), Dr. Wairimu Mbogo (middle) and Prof. Margaret Oluka (right) addressing the press today at Olympic school Kibra, Nairobi   Nairobi - August 22, 2025  The University of Nairobi (UoN) School of Pharmacy Alumni Association on Friday marked the School’s Golden Jubilee in a special way by taking healthcare directly to the people of Kibra. The association, led by Dr. Moses N. Mwangi, HSC, organized a free mega medical camp at Olympic Primary School in Nairobi offering thousands of residents vital health services at no cost. The event, which brought together alumni pharmacists, healthcare specialists, and partner institutions, underscored the School of Pharmacy’s 50-year legacy of excellence in training pharmacists and contributing to Kenya’s healthcare system. “This is one of our major activities as we celebrate the Golden Jubilee. It is important for the associatio...

KARA, Nairobi Rivers Commission Rally Citizens to Drive Bold Nairobi River Renewal at Joint Forum. Henry Ochieng', KARA CEO Speaking during a joint Forum at Waridi Paradise Hotel, Nairobi. Nairobi – August 20, 2025 The Nairobi River, once a lifeline for the city and now a symbol of urban neglect, is set to undergo a historic transformation. The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) and the Nairobi Rivers Commission today convened a high-level joint forum at Waridi Paradise Hotel, Hurlingham Nairobi to rally citizens, community groups, and private sector players to actively lead and shape the Nairobi River Regeneration Project . The initiative, stretching from Naivasha Road through Museum Hill to Dandora Falls , is being hailed as one of the most ambitious urban renewal efforts in Kenya’s history, with the potential to redefine Nairobi’s environmental, social, and economic landscape. KARA Chief Executive Officer Henry Ochieng ’ underscored that the regeneration will o...

Open University of Kenya Unveils AI Training Program , Scholarships Announced . Nairobi , Kenya – August 20, 2025 The Open University of Kenya (OUK) has unveiled a landmark partnership aimed at equipping young Kenyans with advanced digital skills, with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) training. The announcement was made during the signing of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Wednesday, led by Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Coraline Omulando . The initiative will roll out an eight-week online course in AI engineering , targeting youth with basic computer skills. Prof. Omulando emphasized that inclusivity, accessibility, and flexibility are the OUK’s founding principles that will guide the program’s delivery. “This partnership speaks directly to Kenya’s need for digital empowerment ,” said Prof. Omulando. “We are offering scholarships to the best-performing students, with job opportunities already lined up for the first 100 graduates.” The courses w...

Silent Newsrooms, Silenced Voices : AMWIK Pushes Bold Agenda as 60% of Kenyan Journalists Report Sexual Harassment Nairobi , Kenya — August 19, 2025 Sexual harassment has emerged as one of the most urgent crises facing Kenya’s media industry, with new findings showing that six in ten journalists have endured harassment during their careers. A series of damning reports by the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) reveal that not only is abuse rampant in newsrooms, but it has also been normalized, silencing survivors and stifling press freedom. According to the latest AMWIK study, 65% of female journalists have faced verbal or physical harassment in the workplace. Globally, harassment is a known issue, with 41% of women journalists reporting incidents. But Kenya ranks among the worst, topping a WAN-IFRA survey across 20 countries. The situation is compounded by silence: 83% of women here never report abuse, fearing retaliation or dismissal, while 70% of perpetrators face no conse...

Family Bank Posts Strong 2025 Results, Reaffirms Mission to Transform Lives Through Finance. Nairobi - August 19, 2025 Family Bank has released its financial results for 2025 today at Serena hotel in Nairobi , reaffirming its vision to be a leading financial institution driving positive transformation in Africa despite operating in a challenging macroeconomic environment. Speaking during the announcement, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Nancy Njau emphasized that the Bank’s purpose remains unchanged: “We had a vision that still guides us today, to be the financial institution that leads in the positive transformation of people’s lives in Africa. Our purpose is to enable people, create and sustain wealth through access to flexible, affordable financial services.” Njau noted that Family Bank’s mission continues to revolve around putting customers first and building innovative, efficient, and reputable practices. “We positively transform people’s lives by providing quality...

Nairobi Hospital Reaffirms Stability with Bold Patient-Centered Mission, New Investments and access to Quality Care. Nairobi, August 18, 2025 The Nairobi Hospital has moved to allay public concerns over its financial and operational standing, reaffirming its strength, unity in governance, and renewed commitment to world-class healthcare delivery, and today at Nairobi hospital in Nairobi, it's leadership has reiterated the hospital's unwavering mission; to provide quality, patient-centered care to all who walk through it's doors. Addressing the press in a joint briefing by the Board of Management and the Board of Trustees, the hospital leadership emphasized that the institution remains financially solid, operationally sound, and focused on its mission of “healthcare with a difference.” Central to the reassurance was clarification on the ongoing petition filed by Opticom Kenya Ltd , which the hospital described as a legal matter under active contestation in court. “All obli...

  Ikpen Captivates Nairobi at Made in Africa Fashion Showcase. By Fride Amiani Nairobi, August 16, 2025 The Social House, Nairobi, was transformed into a hub of elegance and cultural pride yesterday evening during “Made in Africa Celebrating Excellence in Fashion with Ikpen.”  The showcase brought together fashion lovers, designers, stylists, and influencers to witness the artistry of Nigerian luxury fashion brand Ikpen, celebrated for blending African heritage with modern sophistication. Guests arriving on Friday evening were treated to an intimate fashion showcase that highlighted Ikpen’s intricate tailoring, vibrant fabrics, and timeless designs. The event, not only celebrated fashion but also the resilience, creativity, and craftsmanship at the heart of African design. Kenya’s top fashion stylist and creative director, Connie Aluoch, who hosted the showcase, praised Ikpen for setting new standards in African luxury.  “Ikpen represents the essence of African excellence...

Nurses on the Verge: Acute Shortages in Kenya’s Hospitals Endanger Newborn Lives, Landmark Study Finds. Nairobi, August 15, 2025 A major new study has revealed that severe nurse shortages in Kenya’s public hospitals are undermining life-saving newborn care, leaving sick and premature babies with only a fraction of the attention they need despite investments in advanced medical technologies, at an event that was conducted today in Nairobi. The multi-disciplinary research, conducted under the Harnessing Innovation in Global Health for Quality Care (HIGH-Q) project, paints a stark picture of overstretched nurses battling impossible workloads in under-resourced neonatal units ( NBUs ) across the country. While global child mortality has declined, neonatal deaths remain stubbornly high in sub-Saharan Africa, including Kenya. Meeting the Sustainable Development Goal target to reduce newborn mortality will require more than upgraded medical equipment, the study warns and demands urgent inve...

Wings of Courage Soar Again: AMREF Flying Doctors Return to the Skies in Tribute to Fallen Heroes. Nairobi , August 15, 2025 . In a strong sensation return to the skies, AMREF Flying Doctors today at Wilson Airport in Nairobi launched the “Wings of Courage” maiden mission, its first flight since the devastating Mwihoko, air accident of 7 August 2025 that claimed six lives, including four dedicated crew members. The sombre yet determined moment marked both a tribute to the fallen and a powerful declaration that the life-saving work they championed will not be grounded. Among those remembered were Captain Muthuka Munuve , Captain Brian Kimani Miaro , Dr Charles Mugo Njoroge , and Nurse Jane Rispah Aluoch Omusula , alongside two residents of Mwihoko in Kiambu County . Departing from Nairobi for Belgium , the mission transported a critically injured patient from Zanzibar who required urgent treatment abroad. For the patient’s family, AMREF Flying Doctors was a final hope. For the crew,...

  WATU’s ‘Real People, Real Progress’ Campaign Marks Nearly 2 Million Sales as Smartphone Access Transforms Lives Across Kenya ." Nairobi, August 13, 2025 In a bold step toward bridging Kenya’s persistent digital divide, asset financing giant WATU today at their headquarters, upper hill in Nairobi unveiled the impact of its flagship campaign Real People. Real Progress, revealing sales of nearly two million products that have transformed the way Kenyans connect, learn, and work. Speaking during the event at the company’s Nairobi headquarters, WATU executives emphasized that their mission is about far more than selling smartphones, it’s about creating opportunities, improving livelihoods, and giving communities the tools to thrive in a digital age. “Smartphones are more than just gadgets; they are lifelines for education, communication, and economic empowerment,” the company executive stated. “When people can access knowledge, share their stories, and participate in the digital econ...

  KNCHR Raises Red Flag Over Growing Threats to Kenya’s Human Rights Defenders . Nairobi , August 13, 2025. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has today at Safari Club hotel in Nairobi released a landmark assessment exposing stark gaps in the protection of human rights defenders (HRDs), warning that civic space is under serious threat despite the country’s progressive legal framework. The report, “The Right to Defend Rights: An Assessment of the Protection of Human Rights Defenders in Kenya (2020–2022),” is the most comprehensive, data-driven review yet of the challenges faced by Human Rights Defenders. It reveals a troubling pattern of violence, intimidation, and inadequate state protection , with Kenya scoring just 36 percent in its overall protective framework for defenders. Additionally between 2020 and 2022, at least seven Human Rights Defenders were killed or forcibly disappeared, while 134 were arbitrarily detained, most cases going uninvestigated. Thos...

  DAP–K Leaders Close Ranks, Form Committee to Steer Party Ahead of Malava By-Election Nairobi, August 12, 2025 The Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP–K) has reaffirmed its unity and political resolve following a high-level National Council meeting that brought together senior leaders, including Party Leader Eugene Wamalwa and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya today at DAP-K headquarters in Karen, Nairobi . The meeting, held to address key internal and national political concerns, resolved to form a special committee tasked with monitoring party activities, strengthening structures, and ensuring transparency and democracy within the party. Hon. Wamalwa declared that DAP–K remains intact and resolute, dismissing claims of internal wrangles or a looming split. He vowed that the party would not be intimidated or undermined by external forces. “ President Hon. William Samoei Ruto , we will not allow you to kill this party or undermine us. You will find one solid party ready t...

  Wezesha Mama, Inua Jamii – Nairobi Chapter Delivers Millions in Life-Changing Support By Fride Allan Amiani , Nairobi The Wezesha Mama, Inua Jamii initiative – Nairobi Chapter on Monday brought together hundreds of residents and leaders from across the capital for an Empowerment Day that saw millions of shillings in economic, educational, and social support directed towards uplifting vulnerable communities. Held in Nairobi, the event marked a significant milestone in the initiative’s mission to promote women’s economic empowerment, improve access to education, support persons with disabilities, and assist survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). The highlight of the day was the issuance of KSh 28 million in Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) cheques to women-led groups and cooperatives. Organizers said the funds were intended to help recipients expand small businesses, increase incomes, and foster self-reliance. Beneficiaries described the cheques as more than finan...