Kufaru Enterprises GM Deepak Sachania, Kifaru Enterprises Founder & CEO Kalpesh Shah, Investment Promotion PS Abubakar Hassan Abubakar, SME Support Centre CEO Linda Onyango and KAM CEO Tobia Alando during the launch of Kifaru Exim SEZ at Tatu City, Kiambu county, on August 21, 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry has begun amending laws governing Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as it seals a new trade deal with China in a twin strategy aimed at expanding Kenya’s outsourcing industry and boosting agricultural exports. Principal Secretary for Investment Abubakar Hassan said the upcoming Business Amendment Bill of…
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Mount Kenya University Director of Research and Innovation Dr Jesse Gitaka guides Health DG Dr Patrick Amoth and other ministry officials on a lab tour. [Photo/John Muchucha] As technology continues to reshape every sphere of life, young graduates have been urged to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their livelihoods and contribute meaningfully to national development. Speaking on Friday during Mount Kenya University’s (MKU) graduation ceremony in Thika, Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) chief executive Tony Omwansa emphasised the power of innovation as a key driver of progress. He noted that the education landscape is shifting—from the traditional focus on knowledge acquisition to adaptability and democratised learning. “The student of…
Scrap Metal Council of Kenya chairman Francis Mugo (left) and Knight Scrap and Iron Metal Dealers Association chairman Evans Ng’ang’a during the association’s AGM in Thika, on May 21, 2025. [Gitau Wanyoike, Standard] The government has pledged to protect scrap metal dealers from cheap imports and harassment by corrupt security agencies, noting that the sector is a big contributor to the economy. Scrap Metal Council of Kenya chairman Francis Mugo urged the traders to resist extortion by corrupt police officers and report such incidents to higher authorities. At the same time, Knight Scrap and Iron Metal Dealers Association chairman Evans…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during the Mwai Kibaki 2nd Memorial Lecture & Luncheon at Nairobi Serena hotel on April 11, 2025. [David Gichuru, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed confidence in the Judiciary, stating that he believes justice will ultimately prevail after the Court of Appeal ruled in his favour. Speaking at the Full Gospel Church Magomano in Juja, Kiambu County yesterday, Gachagua said the 2010 Constitution guarantees all Kenyans access to justice through four levels of the judiciary. He also announced plans to launch a political party, saying their coalition will rally behind a single presidential candidate in…
CS Geoffrey Ruku during his vetting process before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments on April 14, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] CS Ruku Pledges Fast-Tracked Issuance of Good Conduct Certificates and Enhanced Services at Huduma Centres. The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has assured citizens that the issuance of Good Conduct Certificates and other essential government services will be expedited through Huduma Centres across the country. Speaking during an impromptu visit to Huduma Centre Thika in Kiambu County, CS Ruku said his Ministry, in collaboration with other government departments, is committed to…
Four killed in early morning collision along Northern Bypass, near Membley bridge. [Gitau Wanyoike, Standard] Four people lost their lives in a grisly road accident that occurred at around 4:00 a.m. on Saturday along the Northern Bypass, near Membley Bridge. The crash involved a Suzuki vehicle and a trailer, both of which were travelling in the same direction from the Kahawa West area. According to authorities, the Suzuki rammed into the rear of the trailer with immense impact. “The collision was fatal. All four occupants of the Suzuki—three women and one man—died on the spot,” said Ruiru Sub-County Police Commander Charles Kibathi. Their bodies…