The Packaging Producer Responsibility Organisation (PAKPRO) and the Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) have partnered to promote environmental education, waste segregation and packaging recovery in schools across Kenya. The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday to officially launch the Tuwezeshe programme, an environmental education and awareness initiative aimed at equipping young people with the knowledge, skills and practical tools needed to embrace responsible waste management. Through the partnership, PAKPRO and KSA will use the Scouts’ extensive youth network to promote environmental stewardship in schools and communities while creating practical opportunities for learners to participate in waste segregation,…
Author: Edwin Mwangi
KCB Rugby Club has successfully defended its National 7s Circuit title after finishing the 2026 season with 115 points, sealing the championship at the Christie 7s held at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi on Sunday. The Bankers secured the title for the second consecutive year following a consistent campaign that saw them win three of the circuit’s six legs — the Prinsloo 7s, Kabeberi 7s and Embu 7s. KCB completed its campaign with a third-place finish at the Christie 7s after beating arch-rivals Kabras Sugar 5-0 in the playoff. The result capped another strong season for the Bankers, who had…
President William Ruto has laid the foundation stone for a new mother and baby hospital in Bomet County, marking the beginning of a Sh4.5 billion initiative by Amsons Group to improve maternal and neonatal healthcare in Kenya. Ruto laid the foundation stone for the Chebunyo Amsons Mother and Baby Hospital in Chepalungu on Saturday, September 12, marking the start of the first project under Amsons Group’s Mama na Mtoto Kwanza Initiative. The initiative will see Amsons Group commit US$35 million, approximately Sh4.5 billion, towards the development of 10 modern mother and baby hospitals across Kenya over the next two years.…
Farmers in Western Kenya have been urged to embrace technology, financial tools and modern agricultural practices to improve productivity and grow their farming businesses. The call was made during the Safire Connect Forum hosted by Safaricom PLC at Golf Hotel in Kakamega, where farmers were taken through practical solutions to help them improve farm productivity, manage finances and use digital technology to expand their businesses. The forum was organised around three key themes — Grow, Protect and Connect — providing farmers with an opportunity to interact with agricultural and financial experts while exploring solutions designed to support their enterprises at…
“Double tap the screen.” “Please like, repost, and share my content.” “Follow me back.” If you’re on social media, chances are you’ve seen and heard these phrases countless times. They’re part of the daily routine for content creators trying to grow their audience and increase engagement. Some content creators make it sound simple. Mokaya Junior’s mantra, as previously seen on Safaricom Newsroom, is to keep at it until something happens, even if people will initially think you are insane. While getting seen and getting the numbers is important, it does not guarantee income. A recent survey on Kenya’s Creator Economy done by…
When David Njugi started building his home, connecting to the national electricity grid seemed like an obvious plan. Until he saw the cost. “The national grid had not yet reached my site, and connecting it would have been quite expensive. Solar was a good alternative,” he said. Today, his home runs entirely on solar power. David’s experience is becoming increasingly common across Kenya, and the shift is not just happening in homes. Businesses across the country are also adopting solar power to mitigate rising electricity bills and frequent power outages. About 2,000 of Safaricom’s 7,000 base transmission stations are now…
Looking for plots for sale in Mwea? Cledun Realtors is offering prime 50×100 plots at Tumaini Garden Phase IV, Makutano ya Mwea, with an opening offer of KSh450,000. The project is located just 8 minutes from Makutano Town and approximately 1 kilometre from the tarmac, making it convenient for both residential development and property investment. The plots are situated in a developed neighbourhood, opposite a school and close to hospitals and shopping centres. The project is also gated and fenced, with water and electricity available on site. Each plot measures 50×100 feet and comes with ready title deeds. Plot Prices Opening Offer: KSh450,000 — valid for two weeks Cash Price: KSh500,000 Installment Price: KSh550,000…
Nyanza regional and national defending champions Obunga FC and Plateau Queens, popularly known as Nyakach Girls, will be looking to retain their county crowns as the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza County Finals take centre stage this weekend, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September. The two champions will be aiming to kick off their title defence in style as they battle for county glory and a place in the regional finals. The County finals will be played in six different counties including: Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Siaya, Nyamira and Kisii. The weekend action will kick off with county semi-finals in the…
Farmers in Meru County have been empowered to boost food security through Safaricom’s newly launched integrated solution, dubbed ‘Bundle Ya Wakulima’, which is available to farmers across the country. The recently launched Bundle Ya Wakulima is designed to help farmers stay connected, protect their livelihoods, and improve productivity. The integrated solution combines connectivity, insurance, advisory services, and production support in one affordable bundle. The solution is currently available to all farmers across the country by dialing *544*16#. Speaking at a farmer engagement and empowerment forum in Meru that brought together more than 500 farmers from the region, Safaricom’s Chief Consumer…
Buying land is one of the biggest financial decisions many Kenyans make, making trust, transparency and integrity essential in the real estate sector. For Optiven, these values have become an important part of how the company serves customers while offering land and property investment opportunities in different parts of Kenya. Led by CEO George Wachiuri, Optiven has built its brand around the belief that customers need more than land; they need confidence in the investment, documentation and the process. Wachiuri says integrity must be reflected in how a company conducts business and treats its customers. https://youtu.be/waV_Fz-fYJI?t=8 “Integrity is about doing…