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Fifteen New Hospitals are Unveiled as Part of a US$419 Million Healthcare Agreement Between Kenya and Italy

Aden Duale, the Health Cabinet Secretary, and Kamel Ghribi, the chairman of the GKSD Group, signed the contract in front of President William Ruto at State House Nairobi.Fifteen hospitals throughout 15 counties are covered by the program, which is being developed under Italy's Mattei Plan for Africa.Two Level 6 national training and referral facilities and thirteen Level 5 county referral hospitals form the package.The estimated value of the.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 6th November 2026

Kenya Evaluates Merck's Collaboration in Biotechnology and Regional Pharmaceutical Production

As part of measures to enhance domestic health-sector capacities, Kenya is investigating increased cooperation with Merck Healthcare and Life Science in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, regional manufacturing and capacity building.Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of the Merck Foundation, organized a group from Merck that visited to Dr. Ouma Oluga to discuss possible areas of collaboration and.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 6th November 2026

Tanzanian traders urged to tap EAC, SADC and AfCFTA markets

Dennis Londo, Tanzania's Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, has called on traders to leverage regional markets such as the EAC, SADC, and AfCFTA to broaden their product sales. During the closing of the fourth Business and Investment Forum, which featured 200 chief executive officers and directors, Londo made the remarks. He stated that meeting serves a crucial role for company directors and business leaders, facilitating the.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

M-KOPA Adds Electric Tuk-Tuks and Finances 10,000 Electric Motorcycles

M-KOPA has announced that it has financed more than 10,000 electric motorcycles in Kenya and is now extending its pay-as-you-go financing model to electric tuk-tuks. According to the company, customer data indicates that electric motorcycle riders save an average of Ksh530 per day compared with those operating petrol-powered motorcycles. The expansion represents an important development for Kenya's transport sector, where access to.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Kenya’s KenGen Commits Ksh.15.5 Billion to Expand Power Infrastructure as Electricity Demand Grows

Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) allocated KSh.15.5 billion towards power infrastructure in the fiscal year ending June 2026, marking a 14.3% increase in capital expenditure as it bolstered its generation capabilities to address the rising electricity demands of Kenya. Concurrently, the company contributed 8,975 gigawatt hours to the national grid throughout the year, fulfilling 57.2% of the country's electricity requirements..... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Off-Grid Solar Growth Pushes Kenya Past 2.4 Million Sales Milestone

According to a recent World Bank, ESMAP, and GOGLA analysis, sales of off-grid solar goods in Kenya increased from little over 1.7 million units in 2021 to 2.4 million in 2025, solidifying its position as Africa's top market. Kenya sold about 2.4 million off-grid solar products in 2025, up from just over 1.7 million units in 2021, according to the Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report 2026, which was released by the Global Off-Grid Solar.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Ruto Opens Lake Magadi Soda Ash Mining to Multiple Investors

President William Ruto has initiated a major overhaul of the country's extractive industry by opening the expansive Lake Magadi soda ash reserves to multiple fresh operators, effectively moving to dissolve Tata Chemicals' historical monopoly. Speaking during public engagements, the Head of State emphasised that Kenya must pivot away from shipping out unprocessed minerals, declaring that the extensive 240,000-acre resource basin is large enough.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Tanzania Boosts Wood Industry with 120–150 Tonnes of Daily Biomass

Tanzania is strengthening efforts to promote sustainable management of forest resources, with growing attention on reducing pressure on forests while creating new opportunities for the wood and biomass industries. The approach supports environmental conservation, climate action and the development of sustainable alternatives that can make better use of wood-based resources. The Tanzania Clean Cooking Programme (TCCP) Programme Manager,.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Kenya Strengthens Its Building and Construction Sector with Devki’s KSh 70 Billion Cement Investment

Kenya’s building and construction sector is set for a significant boost following Devki Group’s KSh 70 billion investment in a new cement and clinker manufacturing plant in Ngaaie, Kitui County. The major industrial development marks an important milestone in strengthening the country’s construction materials industry and supporting Kenya’s growing infrastructure and housing needs. The new facility is expected to produce.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

The Government Initiates a Water Project of 37.55 Billion in Mwanza

More than 85,468 people in the Mwanza Region will have better access to clean and safe water because to the government-funded 37.55 billion/-piped water project that connects Ukiliguru, Kolomije, and Usagara to Sumve in Misungwi District. The project is currently 46% complete.The project is a part of initiatives to bring dependable water supplies closer to communities, which will lessen the strain on homes who rely on far-off or unreliable.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd November 2026

Business Network Uganda Launched to Boost Uganda-Kenya Trade, Investment and Partnerships

A new business platform, Business Network Uganda (BNU), has been established to bring together entrepreneurs, professionals and investors while encouraging trade, investment, knowledge sharing and commercial partnerships between Uganda, Kenya and the broader East African region. Operating under Bizsphere Club, BNU was officially launched in Kampala on September 19. Speaking at the launch, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Ababu.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 2nd October 2026

DP World and GulfCap Africa move forward with investment in the Mombasa Industrial Park

DP World and GulfCap Africa, based in Kenya, signed an agreement, with Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, for advancing the Mombasa Industrial Park, envisioned as a 222-hectare Special Economic Zone ( SEZ). The agreement extends the partnership previously announced by DP World and GulfCap Africa. It moves forward plans for development and reinforces DP World’s commitment to expand its investments in Kenya.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 2nd October 2026

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