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Improving milk production and marketing in rural Sindh, Pakistan
Effective marketing system The SAGP has contributed to the regrouping of farmers. The project has contributed to structuring the milk supply chain, which can ... -
Akbanga Tycoon diversifies into oil
Sina Gerard, famous for the production of the “akabanga” oiled pepper, has diversified into petroleum products, reports Taarifa Business desk. Under a newly registered ... -
Kenya: Autopsy of Yala bodies scheduled for Wednesday, government pathologist to oversee
Nairobi – A post-mortem exercise for the Yala River bodies is set to start on Wednesday after failing on Tuesday. HAKI Africa chief executive ... -
Meet billionaire brothers vying for control of Mumias Sugar
The Rai family has turned Mumias Sugar into a financial battleground as the brothers prolong their family differences as they seek to take control ... -
Here are Amsterdam’s leading female entrepreneurs to watch in 2022
Entrepreneurship is crucial for economic development and women have made a huge effort in recent years to be present in the world of entrepreneurship. ... -
Ending Kerio Valley attacks top county commissioner’s agenda
Incoming Elgeyo Marakwet County Commissioner John Korir during the Iten handover ceremony in Elgeyo Marakwet on January 24, 2022. [Christopher Kipsang, Standard] Insecurity in ... -
Varsity partners with KNCCI to support business growth – Kenya News Agency
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) ... -
Ministry of Agriculture criticized for its inability to control the sabotage of the fish trade
Geoffrey Macho, the MP for Busia Municipality, blasted the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industries and Fisheries for the mismanagement of the fish trade in ... -
Today in FinTech: Chime Eyes $40 Billion IPO
In today’s FinTech news, digital banking startup Chime is eyeing an estimated $40 billion valuation as the FinTech gears up for its upcoming stock ... -
Construction Soft Costs vs. Hard Costs
A man using a calculator. PICTURES | TO FILE Construction costs generally fall into two main categories: soft costs and fixed costs. Hard construction ... -
Sixth grader from North Platte helps students in Kenya | Nebraska News
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (AP) — A TeamMates mentoring relationship inspired sixth-grade McDaid student Ben Hankla to help students in Kenya. Local optometrist Dr. Kim ... -
How to develop rural Kenya and take advantage of the season of promises
Supporters of ODM leader Raila Odinga in Ololunga Narok County. [Emmanuel Wanson] By listening to the political discourse in my corner of the country ... -
Mombasa to host major innovation week forum – Kenya News Agency
Mombasa and other coastal counties will host the 3rd Edition of the Pwani Innovation Week (PIW) to create a culture of widespread innovation in ... -
Bralirwa shares trade poorly on the Rwanda Stock Exchange
If you own property and don’t have the time to manage how those properties are taxed, chances are you’ll end up with tax penalties. ... -
Kenya-China Chamber of Commerce opens office in Beijing
The Kenya China Chamber of Commerce (KCCC) has opened an office in Beijing, an initiative that aims to facilitate trade between the two countries. ... -
‘Silicon Savannah’ Kenya targets loan apps abusing customer data
NAIROBI: The 14 days given to John Bigingi to repay a loan of 8,200 Kenyan shillings (RM302) had barely passed when he started receiving ... -
Kenya commissions water and agriculture projects in Nyandarua
The Government of Kenya has commissioned several water and agricultural projects in Nyandarua County. Agriculture SC Peter Munya and his water and sanitation counterpart ... -
The contrasting role of India and China in Africa
Trade between China and Africa grew by 700% during the 1990s, and China is currently Africa’s largest trading partner. By (Mrs) Amb Narinder Chauhan ... -
The directors of Uhuru, Raila and OKA during a late night meeting at the State House
President Uhuru Kenyatta met with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga and One Alliance Kenya (OKA) leaders on Monday (January 17) at a ... -
DR Congo reaffirms its commitment to join the EAC | The new times
The Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday (January 17th) reaffirmed its desire to join the East African Community, as negotiations paving the way for ... -
Should this animal be back on the endangered species list in MI?
Most of us are animal lovers and there is one word we don’t want to think about and that word is gone. Not so ... -
Tech in 2022: What’s Next After the Unicorn Pandemic Boom?
Investment flows into the African tech ecosystem have increased significantly over the past few years. In 2020, African startups raised a record $2.4 billion, ... -
Kenya: Aakif Virani Named Motorsport Personality of the Year 2021
Nairobi – Division 1 champion Aakif Virani beat closest challenger Carl ‘Flash’ Tundo to be crowned Kenya Motorsport Personality of the Year 2021 in ... -
Popular Kenyan butcher arrested for cattle theft
Femi Morgan Posted January 16, 2022 Kenyan police have arrested a popular butcher, Peter Njenga, alias Sonko, for cattle theft. In a statement issued ... -
Finding a sustainable future for everyone on our planet | Climate crisis
ODuring the past month, the Guardian and Observer the 2021 charity appeal has raised over £830,000 for climate justice, in partnership with four brilliant ... -
Feature: Drought hits more woredas in East Showa, Hararghe areas of Oromia region
By Dereje Gonfa @DerejeGonfa Addis Ababa, January 15, 2022 – In Oromia region where drought and worsening food crisis is ravaging several woredas mainly ... -
Hervest takes women’s financial habits beyond typical banking – Solape Akinpelu, CEO
If you take the trouble to look around you will find that there are many statistics on women in Africa and on finance. A ... -
Hungarian President Janos Ader in Kenya on Sunday for a four-day visit
Hungarian President Janos Ader is expected in Kenya on Sunday. [Courtesy] Hungarian President Janos Ader is expected in Kenya on Sunday January 16 for ... -
Earn money with each game of avocado
The avocado is grown in several regions of Kenya and much of its production is carried out by small producers. They grow it for ... -
You’ll Never Guess What’s Behind the Massachusetts Salmonella Scare
It seems either salmonella outbreaks are happening a lot more often lately, or they’re easier to track with social media and 24-hour news feeds. ... -
The recovery of the tourism sector disrupted by budget cuts
Officials from the Ministry of Tourism led by Minister Martin Mugarra present the budget framework document for the financial year 2022/23 before the parliamentary ... -
Kenya’s active role in Global South program is bearing fruit ”Capital News
The rise of southern countries has been attributed to increased trade and investment, accelerated regional integration, and better sharing of knowledge and technology among ... -
Four decisive priorities for East Africa’s economic recovery | The Guardian Nigeria News
By Hardeep Sound, Regional Sales Manager: East Africa at SAP EAST AFRICA, January 12, 2021, – / African Media Agency (AMA) / – How ... -
Rift Valley RC George Natembeya resigns to run for governor of Trans Nzoia »Capital News
NAKURU, Kenya, January 12 – Rift Valley Regional Commissioner George Natembeya has resigned after 25 years in the security role to focus on politics. ... -
Jobs, terrorism, national debt, main business risks
Economy Jobs, terrorism, national debt, main business risks Wednesday 12 January 2022 Business risk concept. PHOTO FILE | NMG By OTIATO GUGUYUMore from this ... -
Kenya Police Add Mahindra Scorpio Pickup To Fleet
The Mahindra Scorpio Single-Cab is primarily offered as a utility vehicle and special application vehicle. See the pictures The Mahindra Scorpio Single-Cab is primarily ... -
Kenya awaits Kampala talks to resolve milk trade impasse
Merchandise Kenya awaits Kampala talks to resolve milk trade impasse Tuesday, January 11, 2022 Women deliver goat milk to the Samburu East delivery point. ... -
Intensify training for women-led businesses
Letters Intensify training for women-led businesses Monday, January 10, 2022 Women who graduated from Nyeri at the end of 2021 with basic literacy and ... -
Kenya: Deep data analysis reveals scale of uneven water supply in Nairobi
Many African cities are struggling to provide safe drinking water to their inhabitants. One of the main reasons for this is urbanization; the population ... -
Somalia could be on the brink of another famine | Opinions
In July 2011, the United Nations declared a famine in Somalia, which caught the attention of major media outlets around the world. This statement ... -
President Samia sounds the changes of cabinet
By Paul Owere By Bathsheba Wambura Dar es Salaam. President Samia Suluhu Hassan proceeded on Saturday, January 8, to a cabinet reshuffle that some ... -
Ethiopia grants amnesty to prominent political detainees
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) – The Ethiopian government on Friday announced an amnesty for some of the country’s most prominent political detainees, including opposition figure ... -
Uganda and Kenya to dialogue on trade issues
The governments of Kenya and Uganda have agreed to engage in dialogue on trade issues. The war mainly affecting agricultural products between the two ... -
12,000 Chilonga villagers face eviction after losing court battle
HARARE – Nearly 12,000 Chilonga villagers are now at risk of displacement from their ancestral lands after the High Court rejected their challenge to ... -
Kenya, China determined to deepen relations and cooperation
Kenya and China are committed to further deepening their bilateral ties and cooperation, Kenya Foreign Cabinet Secretary Raychelle Omamo said. Speaking on Thursday at ... -
Kenya: Ruto MPs vow to block parties’ amendment in court if passed
Nairobi – MPs loyal to Vice President William Ruto have vowed to block implementation of the bill to amend the Political Parties Bill of ... -
Chinese Foreign Minister to visit Kenya on Africa tour
By ANTONY KITIMO Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi began his four-day visit to Africa to cement trade relations where he is ... -
Animal encounters in Africa – TNT Magazine
But it is not difficult to impress a new visitor to East Africa. On the first day we ooh’d and ahhd to every animal ... -
Ruto tells Kenyans to choose wisely, warns of imposed rulers »Capital News
TRANS NZOIA, Kenya January 3 – Vice President William Ruto urged Kenyans to reject the rulers imposed on them. He said no one should ... -
Ruto officially invites Mudavadi to coalition talks
According to the secretary general of the United Democratic Alliance, Veronic Maina, Ruto has issued a formal invitation to join the two politicians in ... -
Two more die in recent clashes in volatile Kerio Valley
The insecurity and poor condition of the Biretwo-Tot-Chesegon road forced many motorists to pull away from the road, forcing residents, unaware of the danger ... -
Kenya’s economy grows 9.9% in third quarter
FILE PIC: Patrick Njoroge, Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), speaks at a past event. / Getty Images FILE PIC: Patrick Njoroge, ... -
Death of JPM, Isles VP, drought
Yesterday, in her New Year’s greeting, President Samia said 2121 was not easy for Tanzania as it was full of ups and downs, happiness ... -
The co-founders launch an application to allow users to connect to the “real social network”
Two black entrepreneurs and co-founders have created an app that they say allows users to connect in a more authentic way. The software, called ... -
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is due to visit Kenya for a key visit next week ”Capital News
NAIROBI, Kenya December 31 – Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi is due in Kenya next week, further cementing relations between the ... -
Kenya needs bold and broad economic thinking
Chroniclers Kenya needs bold and broad economic thinking Friday, December 31, 2021 By JAINDI KISEROMore from this author Summary When traders hesitate to speak ... -
IMF gives Kenya until March to reveal secret ‘entrepreneurs’
In August 2020, Kemsa was blamed for the looting of 7.8 billion shillings. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] The government must disclose the names of the ... -
Red Rock Resources PLC expects Kenya to be a key target in 2022
Quotes are also planned for the quotations of Elephant Oil and New Ballarat Gold. Red Rock Resources PLC (AIM: RRR) said its Kenyan asset ... -
World Bank regional boss optimistic about Rwanda’s path to economic recovery | New times
After a recession of 3.4% in 2020, the economy is expected to grow by more than 10% in 2021, characterized by the recovery of ... -
National Geographic carnivorous environmentalist Rae Wynn-Grant is coming to the Capitol Theater next month
National Geographic Live, National Geographic’s touring speaker series, and the Overture Center for the Arts are proud to announce The Secret Lives of Bears ... -
African nation aims to be a hydrogen superpower
“So now, finally, we’re on the map,” says Philip Balhoa of Lüderitz, a town in southern Namibia, where arid desert meets pale ocean. The ... -
I received my cabinet appointment on TV – CS Sicily Kariuki
Water Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki spoke about the surprising nature of her appointment to President Uhuru Kenyatta’s cabinet. Speaking in an interview on Citizen ... -
You are making climate crisis worse by throwing food away, experts say
A young boy collects carrot waste in Mau Narok [Kisang Joseph, Standard] Despite the clear skies over the village of Oloibortoto in Kajiado County, ... -
A new African port to bring China across the Atlantic from the United States – Radio Free Asia
China is building a new military port on the Atlantic coast of Africa. The port of Bata, in the Central African nation of Equatorial ... -
Equity Bank Tanzania appoints new boss
By The Citizen Reporter Dar es Salaam. Equity Bank Tanzania has announced the appointment of Ms. Isabel Maganga (photo) as the new Interim Managing ... -
How the company exploited the rich meat trade
Some of the value added beef products manufactured by Well Hung Butchery Limited (WHB) in Timau. [Nanjinia Wamuswa, Standard] It is a hive of ... -
Laureate General practitioner CPT Kelly Willard, DVM
Veterinary professionals nominated and chosen by their peers exemplify leadership and success in improving patient outcomes. dvm360®, the # 1 multimedia platform for the ... -
Kenyan President defends dependence on China for major projects Dependence on China
NAIROBI – Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has defended the country’s Chinese-backed infrastructure projects, which critics say are secretive, costly and endanger state assets. Kenyatta ... -
Zambian currency under pressure, Kenya stagnates
The Zambian currency is expected to come under pressure against the US dollar next week, while Kenyan and Nigerian units hold steady. Zambia The ... -
The magic of camel products
For many Somalis, the camel is a gift of nature – the source of milk, meat and skin, a beast of burden in the ... -
Kenya: 2 herders sustain life-threatening injuries after bandit raid in Isiolo
Nairobi – Two Isiolo shepherds treat serious injuries after being shot dead by suspected bandits while they were sleeping. The two were resting in ... -
Blue Ocean Solutions for Climate Resilience and Accelerated Development – Businesses
Countries like Seychelles and Belize with coastal blue carbon ecosystems are increasingly looking to the ocean for climate change and business solutions. Credit: Joyce ... -
Kenya lifts ban on Ugandan poultry products after trade talks in Nairobi
Kenya has agreed to lift the ban on imports of poultry and poultry products from Uganda imposed at the end of the year, the ... -
Despite the Covid-19, startups raised $ 4 billion in 2021
By Seth Onyango – Bird Newsroom According to Wee Tracker, Africa is now home to seven unicorns: Jumia, Interswitch, Flutterwave, Andela, Wave, OPay and ... -
We’re looking for the five best coffee shops in Johannesburg – The Citizen
The cultural phenomenon of people lining up in long queues in front of coffee shops, especially Starbucks, to get their morning fix of coffee, ... -
Kenya: Construction stakeholders urged to adopt new construction methods to boost affordable housing
Nairobi – Real estate players in Kenya cannot meet the growing demand for houses for several reasons, including the lack of cost-effective construction methods ... -
Joy as two new dispensaries open for residents – Kenya News Agency
A month after Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru opened two new clinics, residents of Kiamwathi and Kianjiru in Gichugu constituencies have affordable health care right ... -
Tanzania reaping the spoils of Uganda’s trade fights with Kenya and Rwanda
Through East Africa Tanzania is emerging as the biggest beneficiary of Uganda’s trade war with Kenya and a diplomatic row with Rwanda. This week, ... -
Characteristics of ancient grazing mammals could inform future conservation efforts
Michelle Lawing with a giraffe bone in the collections of the National Museums of Kenya. © Rachel Court A scientist from Texas A&M AgriLife ... -
Presidents discuss Ethiopia’s development priorities
Abidjan, December 16, 2021 – Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde met African development bank President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina during a working visit to Côte ... -
Daily COVID cases in Kenya cross 2,000 mark as Omicron strain is observed
The Kenyan Ministry of Health announced on Saturday that COVID-19 infections in the country had passed the 2,000 mark, further confirming 27 sequences belonging ... -
Growing interest in new breeding techniques in agriculture |
Consider this: It took thousands of years for the world’s population to reach 1 billion. Yet in just around 200 years it has suddenly ... -
“I only think about the future of the children”: drought devastates Kenya | Global development
Dahabley smells of rotten flesh. Bodies of starving cows lie in various stages of decomposition, after being dragged to the outskirts of the village ... -
IMF completes 2021 Article IV consultation and second review of extended arrangement under the EFF and CEF agreements for Kenya
The IMF Executive Board today completed the 2021 Article IV consultation and second review of the EFF / ECF arrangements with Kenya, allowing total ... -
4 other Omicron cases – 3 patients from Kenya and 1 Indian – Count to 7
Hyderabad: The number of Omicron cases increases in Telangana. Four more cases of the latest variant of SARS-CoV-2 were reported in Hyderabad on Thursday, ... -
Pillars that can strengthen Kenyan agriculture
Letters Pillars that can strengthen Kenyan agriculture Friday, December 17, 2021 By Davis Basweti OmbaneMore from this author Summary The 2021 Economic Survey showed ... -
Gruesome photos of dead giraffes highlight Kenya drought devastation
Disclaimer: This story contains graphic images below. A startling aerial photograph of six dead giraffes, their emaciated bodies horribly entangled, shows the dire effects ... -
Kenya: KNCHR monitors electoral process to ensure fairness and tackle rights violations
Nairobi – Kenya’s National Human Rights Commission (KNHRC) has said it is monitoring activities before, during and after next year’s elections as part of ... -
Kenya’s economy shows resilience as production surpasses pre-pandemic levels
An upsurge in inter-communal fighting in northern Cameroon has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes and halted aid operations there, ... -
Tackling the extreme inequalities ravaging Kenya
Letters Tackling the extreme inequalities ravaging Kenya Wednesday, December 15, 2021 A section of the Kibera slums in Nairobi on Sunday November 28, 2021. ... -
Kenya’s economy set to grow 4.9% in 2022 and 2023, says World Bank
By George Mwangi Special for Dow Jones Newswires Kenya’s economy is forecast to grow at an annual rate of 4.9% in 2022 and 2023, ... -
Girls in Kenya ‘live and work’ in landfills after schools close to Covid
Girls in Kenya are trying to make a living in landfills following school closures triggered by the pandemic, a charity has warned. Action Aid, ... -
The DRC will create economic zones to attract investment
NAIROBI, Kenya December 13 – The Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced plans to establish economic zones in North Kivu province for investors ... -
Local banks hold 695 billion shillings linked to UK rate expiration
Capital markets Local banks hold 695 billion shillings linked to UK rate expiration Monday, December 13, 2021 The Governor of the Central Bank of ... -
Tanzania and Kenya to swap wild animals to boost breeding
FILE PHOTO: A roan antelope is seen in a meadow. / Getty Images FILE PHOTO: A roan antelope is seen in a meadow. / ... -
Farmers count losses as Kenya bans poultry imports from Uganda
Ugandan poultry farmers under their umbrella, the Poultry Association of Uganda (PAU), demanded government intervention after the Kenyan government banned the import of Ugandan ... -
Results of a new study on risk management reported by the University of Venda (Effective Mainstreaming of Agricultural Emissions into Climate Action Agenda: The Case of Institutions and Smallholder Dairy Production Systems, Western Kenya): Risk Management
2021 DEC 10 (NewsRx) – By a Journalist-Staff News Editor at Daily Insurance News – New research on risk management is the subject of ... -
Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR): FAO calls for more funding to eradicate the disease by 2030 – world
Vaccination program continues despite price spikes due to COVID-19 pandemic The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today called on donors ... -
TVET to open regional offices across country – Kenya News Agency
The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVET) has pledged to expand its services at the local level by establishing regional offices across ... -
Kenya: Diplomacy – Why Kenya’s Number of Embassies Abroad Divided the Government
Kenya’s 56 foreign missions abroad are once again in the spotlight, with the question of whether they are giving the country a return on ...
