Livestock producers laud move by President to nominate Dr. Karanja as Agriculture CS

The Kenya Livestock Producers Association (KLPA) has lauded President William Ruto’s decision to nominate Dr. Andrew Mwihia Karanja as the next Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development. The association through its
Chief Executive Officer Patrick Kimani says having perused Karanja’s resume and track record, they concluded that he was the right man for the job….

Read More

Kenyans brave stormy waves to rule World triathlon meet

Kenya’s Bagha and Rwanda’s Prince during the World Triathlon Africa cup at Bofa beach Kilifi. [Ernest Ndunda, Standard] Kenya’s top cream triathletes braved strong Indian Ocean waves and scorching heat to produce a dominant performance that saw them crowned overall winners of the 2024 World Triathlon Africa development championship in Kilifi. The two-day event, which…

Read More

Busy calendar for State as Raila AUC chair bid enters crucial stretch

President William Ruto hosts Ghana’s President-elect John Mahama where they discussed the expansion of the intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area. He thanked him for declaring his support for Raila Odinga‘s African Union Commission Chairperson candidature. President Ruto agreed to grace his swearing-in in Accra next month. They were joined by AUC…

Read More

Faith Cherotich takes gigantic dreams to France

3000m steeplechase world record holder Beatrice Chepkoech (centre) and 3000m steeplechase U20 world champion Faith Cherotich during the national trials. [AFP] World 3,000m steeplechase bronze medallist Faith Cherotich cuts a slender figure, but her Olympic dreams are gigantic. Cherotich’s stature has earned her the name “Small Faith” in athletics circles. By bagging bronze at the…

Read More

Thika Cloth Mills’ Efforts to Strengthen Kenyan Cotton industry through the “Buy Kenya, Build Kenya” Initiative

Thika Cloth Mills, one of Kenya’s largest textile industries, is leading a bold initiative to revive the cotton sector through the Buy Kenya, Build Kenya campaign. With a vision to restore cotton farming to its former glory, the company has embarked on a nationwide tour of cotton-growing regions, including Siaya and Busia counties. Thika Cloth…

Read More