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The U.S. now plans to rely on its domestic Ebola treatment centres after its Kenya quarantine facility plan was blocked ...
06/06/2026

The U.S. now plans to rely on its domestic Ebola treatment centres after its Kenya quarantine facility plan was blocked by the High Court.

The High Court has ordered Treasury CS John Mbadi and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi to file responses within 14 days in a peti...
06/06/2026

The High Court has ordered Treasury CS John Mbadi and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi to file responses within 14 days in a petition challenging the recent fuel price hike.

Kenyan Shilling Holds Steady for Over 21 MonthsThe Kenyan shilling continues to show stability in the foreign exchange m...
05/06/2026

Kenyan Shilling Holds Steady for Over 21 Months

The Kenyan shilling continues to show stability in the foreign exchange market, trading at around Sh130 per US dollar according to

Current rates:
USD: Buying – 128.5 | Selling – 130
Euro: Buying – 147 | Selling – 151
GBP: Buying – 172 | Selling – 175

The currency has maintained relative stability against major global currencies, reflecting steady market conditions.

Senior Schools to Remain Open as Government Dismisses Early Closure Amid Unrest
05/06/2026

Senior Schools to Remain Open as Government Dismisses Early Closure Amid Unrest

KDF Announces Major Leadership Reshuffle
05/06/2026

KDF Announces Major Leadership Reshuffle

NEWS UPDATEToday, the Uwezo Fund participated in the MSME Connect Isiolo Chapter held at El-Borana Hotel, Isiolo County....
05/06/2026

NEWS UPDATE

Today, the Uwezo Fund participated in the MSME Connect Isiolo Chapter held at El-Borana Hotel, Isiolo County.
The forum brought together entrepreneurs, MSME stakeholders, development partners, and government agencies in a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening support for small businesses and improving access to business development services and financing opportunities.

The event was officiated by Mr. Henry Rithaa, Director General of the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), who represented the Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Hon. Dr. Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya. The County Government of Isiolo was represented by Deputy Governor Hon. James Lowasa on behalf of Governor Hon. Ibrahim Guyo Hassan.
The Uwezo Fund delegation was led by Board Member Director Sam Ogolla.

The MSME Connect forum provided a valuable platform for entrepreneurs to directly engage with government agencies, access information on available support programmes, and explore opportunities for business growth. It also reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening the MSME sector as a key driver of economic transformation under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

Safaricom plans to introduce Sh800 monthly internet with speeds from 10 Mbps.They are also testing a pay-as-you-go Wi-Fi...
05/06/2026

Safaricom plans to introduce Sh800 monthly internet with speeds from 10 Mbps.

They are also testing a pay-as-you-go Wi-Fi service called Wi-Fi Bamba where users can connect and pay without a fixed monthly plan

KBC has secured free-to-air broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
04/06/2026

KBC has secured free-to-air broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Kenya has no free-to-air TV deal yet for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with about 10 days to kick-off.So far only pay TV broa...
01/06/2026

Kenya has no free-to-air TV deal yet for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with about 10 days to kick-off.

So far only pay TV broadcasters SuperSport, Azam TV and New World TV hold the rights for live coverage.

BREAKING: A tragic road accident involving a SOORES bus traveling from Nairobi to Marsabit–Moyale and a private vehicle ...
08/05/2026

BREAKING:

A tragic road accident involving a SOORES bus traveling from Nairobi to Marsabit–Moyale and a private vehicle occurred near the Naromoru area. One person is feared dead, while several others sustained minor injuries.

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