There is no evidence some investors profited from knowledge of Hamas’s attack on Israel before it took place on 7 October, the Israel Securities Authority (ISA) has said. One academic study had suggested investors betting against the Israeli economy made large sums. It said it found significant short-selling in the run-up to the attacks. But […]
Jamhuri Mx Racetrack, Nairobi wll be the venue for some hair-raising thrills when Kenyan riders take on their Ugandan race adversaries in the second round of the FIM Africa Central African Challenge (CAC) Motocross Challenge Cup on Saturday and Sunday. Having lost to Uganda in the opening round earlier in the year, hosts Kenya will […]
National under 18 soccer team Junior Stars will face Uganda in the finals of this year’s Cecafa Under 18 tournament after beating Tanzania 4-3 through penalty shout-out in the semi-final match at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium,Mamboleo, in Kisumu. Uganda booked a place in the finals after eliminating Rwanda in the other semi final played at the […]
There is a “huge risk of terrorist attacks in the European Union” over the coming holiday season, a senior EU official has said. European Home Affairs Commission Ylva Johansson said the polarisation in society caused by the Israel-Hamas war was increasing the risk of violence. Her remarks came days after a tourist was fatally stabbed […]
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has come up with a raft of measures in reducing the use of agrochemicals in protecting food systems. Speaking during the launch of the Kenya Food Systems and Land Use Action Plan 2024-2030, Principal Secretary for Crop Development and Research Paul Ronoh said there is need to maximize […]
The Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization have developed the Kenya Masterplan for the Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) 2023-3027, a bold commitment to transform the nation’s health landscape. The comprehensive plan outlines strategic measures to combat six debilitating NTDs—Schistosomiasis, Intestinal Worms, Lymphatic Filariasis, River Blindness, Visceral Leishmaniasis, and Trachoma, promising a […]
Kenya and India have signed five memoranda of understanding to enhance bilateral relations. President William Ruto said forging stronger ties with India will be instrumental in advancing Kenya’s Bottom-Up Empowerment Transformation Agenda. The President said Kenya stands to gain significantly from India’s progress in technology, agro-industrial transformation, universal healthcare provision, slum upgrading, affordable housing programs […]
Several motorsport competitors and organizers across the globe are taking steps towards a greener future to emphasize sustainability and environmental friendliness. As concerns about climate change and pollution continue to rise, rally driver Eric Bengi is leaving nothing to chance in implementing measures to sensitize the public about sustainability. Bengi: “We are happy to be […]
The Controller of Budget, Dr Margaret Nyangate Nyakang’o has been charged Tuesday with four fraud related offenses before a Mombasa court. In the first count, Dr Nyakang’o was charged with Conspiracy to defraud contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code. She is accused of falsely defrauding Claudia Mweni Mutungi Ksh 29 million on diverse […]
The government has extended Ksh 175.9 million to the first group of small and medium enterprises under the Kenya Industrialisation and Enterprise Project (KIEP) 250+. Each of the 23 SMEs from Cohort 1 of the project is expected to receive at least Ksh 7.7 million to help them enhance innovation, technology adoption, productivity, and international competitiveness. […]
World Animal Protection has Tuesday published research showing how cruel factory farming contributes at least 11% of the global greenhouse gases fuelling climate change. The international charity’s How Factory Farming Emissions are Worsening Climate Disasters in the Global South report also details how intensive animal agriculture is impacting small-holder farming, which contributes to the livelihoods and […]
King Mohammed VI of Morocco and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan signed a declaration aiming to strengthen Morocco-UAE relations and promote economic cooperation, aiming to enhance mutual interests and promote progress and prosperity. The signed Declaration focused on An invitation of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State of the […]
