Uhuru emphasizes importance of strong institutions for security and development in Africa

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has emphasized the critical role of strong institutions in promoting security and sustainable development across Africa. Speaking on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the inauguration of Nigeria’s National Defence College (NDC) Course 33 in Abuja, Kenyatta called upon African nations to establish robust internal frameworks as the foundation for resilient regional…

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DPP withdraws Ksh 7.6B graft case against Yagnesh Devani

The Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga Mulele has set free tycoon Yagnesh Devani in the Ksh 7.6 billion petroleum products case.  Anti-Corruption Chief Magistrate Harrison Barasa was on Monday informed that the prosecution does not want to pursue the case since it does not have witnesses and documentary evidence to sustain the case. The Devani case…

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Govt to make textile and apparel sector more competitive

Investment and Promotion Principal Secretary Abubakar Hassan says Kenya is creating an enabling environment to make Special Economic Zones (SEZ) more competitive and conducive for investment. This comes as market disruptions, environmental issues, high cost of production and competition from regional and global markets emerge as key challenges facing Kenya’s textile…

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Kenya benefits from Google’s Ksh 748M AI, cybersecurity funding

Matt Brittin, President Google EMEA. Kenya is among three African countries where Google has lined up Ksh 748.2 million ($5.8m) investment in order to build capacity in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. According to Google Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) President Matt Brittin, the funding which will be channeled through three organizations, Data Scientists Network…

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South Sudan coach Nicolas Dupuis reveals how tactical tweaks overcame Harambee Stars

The former Madagascar national team head coach has praised South Sudan’s teamwork and tactical discipline after their 2-0 win over Kenya. South Sudan head coach Nicolas Dupuis has revealed the strategies and spirited teamwork behind his team’s impressive 2-0 victory over Harambee Stars in their African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier. The win, achieved on Sunday,…

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