Nairobi Ranked 56th Globally in New Global Attractiveness Index, Shows Economic Potential Despite Infrastructure Gaps

Hennie Heymans, CEO of DHL Express Sub-Saharan Africa (left), and Pietro Maninni, CEO of The European House – Ambrosetti Africa, during the launch of the 2026 Global Attractiveness Index for Emerging and Fast-Growing Cities in Nairobi. NAIROBI, March 23, 2026 — Nairobi has been ranked 56th globally and sixth in Sub-Saharan Africa in the newly…

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Youth-Led Dialogue in Kigali Highlights Africa’s Food Systems as Driver of Jobs and Innovation

Young agripreneurs engage with policymakers and development partners during the youth-led dialogue on Africa’s food systems in Kigali. Kigali, Rwanda, March 19, 2026 — Young agripreneurs, policymakers and development partners gathered in Kigali for a youth-led dialogue on Africa’s food systems. The forum emphasized how stronger agri-food systems can create jobs, entrepreneurship opportunities, and innovation…

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Africa’s Health Leaders Call for Integrated Digital Systems at Smart Summit 2026

From Left to Right Mr. William Techera, Group Head of Marketing Smart Applications, Andrew Musangi, Board Chairman Smart Applications, Dr. Ouma Oluga PS State Department Medical Services and Mr. Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director Smart Applications during the 5th Smart Summit 2026 held  in Nairobi. NAIROBI, March 19, 2026  — African healthcare leaders have called…

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UDA Reports Smooth Progress in Repeat Phase III Grassroots Elections Across 18 Counties

Deputy President and UDA Deputy Party Leader Kithure Kindiki addresses the media in Nairobi on March 14, 2026 during a briefing on the progress of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Repeat Phase III grassroots elections NAIROBI, March 14, 2026 — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Deputy Party Leader Kithure Kindiki has said the party’s Repeat…

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UDA Set for Repeat Phase III Grassroots Elections Across 18 Counties

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar addresses journalists during a media briefing on the party’s preparedness for the Repeat Phase III grassroots elections scheduled for March 14, 2026, in Nairobi Nairobi, March 13, 2026 —The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has announced its readiness to conduct the Repeat Phase III grassroots elections scheduled for Saturday, March…

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Counties across Kenya are set to strengthen emergency medical response through adoption of the Ambulensi App

Counties across Kenya are set to strengthen emergency medical response through adoption of the Ambulensi App, a digital platform designed to integrate county ambulance services into a unified system linked to the National Dispatch Centre. The initiative aims to improve coordination of emergency pre-hospital care and ensure faster access to ambulance services across the country….

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Scientists Warn of Declining Water Levels in Mara River, Urge Urgent Conservation Action

Edward Njagi, Principal Project Investigator at the National Museums of Kenya, addressing journalists during the launch of the Mara River Basin exhibition in Nairobi on March 5, 2026 Nairobi, March 5,2026 — Scientists have urged the Kenyan government to strengthen conservation efforts to protect the Mara River after a 15-year research project revealed declining water…

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