Kenya’s President William Ruto has ordered the termination of major contracts with the Indian conglomerate Adani Group, citing concerns over ethical governance following the indictment of Gautam Adani in the United States. The canceled agreements include a high-profile airport development project and a significant energy infrastructure deal, both of which had been positioned as transformative […]
Dodla Dairy Limited has made a significant move in its expansion strategy by acquiring a 35.23-acre land parcel in Maharashtra’s Dharashiv District. The company, listed on both the BSE and NSE under the codes 543306 and DODLA respectively, revealed the acquisition was aimed at establishing an integrated plant in the region to bolster its operations. […]
TVS Motor Company has launched its latest model, the TVS HLX 125, in Kenya on October 17, 2024. This model stands out with its 5-speed gearbox, offering enhanced performance, durability, and comfort for its users. TVS Motor, a globally recognized leader in the two and three-wheeler segment, designed the new variant to deliver a superior […]
In a critical move on June 26, Kenyan President William Ruto decided against signing the controversial Finance Bill 2024, opting instead to withdraw it and send it back to parliament. This decision came in response to a series of nationwide protests that not only turned violent but also resulted in the tragic loss of at […]
In a dramatic escalation of civil unrest, Kenya’s capital witnessed severe violence as protesters clashed with police over controversial tax hike proposals. The turmoil, which culminated in the ransacking and partial burning of parliament, resulted in at least five confirmed deaths, with local reports suggesting numbers could be higher. President William Ruto, addressing the nation […]
Microsoft Corp. and UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing technology company G42 have unveiled a comprehensive $1 billion digital investment plan in Kenya, in collaboration with the Republic of Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy. This landmark initiative, announced during Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit to the United States, represents […]
Since March, floods and landslides have wreaked havoc across Kenya, resulting in the deaths of 181 people and forcing hundreds of thousands to flee their homes. This catastrophe has surpassed the death toll from last year’s El Nino-triggered floods, signaling an escalating environmental crisis in the region. Widespread Destruction and Rescue Efforts The relentless rain […]
In a tragic turn of events, at least 45 people lost their lives when a dam near Mai Mahiu in Nakuru County, Kenya, failed catastrophically. This disaster occurred amid torrential rains that have battered East Africa, significantly worsened by the El Nino weather pattern. The intense rainfall this wet season has now pushed the death […]
Oracle has unveiled plans to open a new public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya, in response to the increasing demand for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services across Africa. This expansion is part of Oracle’s global cloud infrastructure strategy, highlighting its commitment to facilitating the digital transformation of Kenya and the wider African continent. A high-level […]
Deere & Company (John Deere) said that it has made a minority investment in Kenyan ag-tech company Hello Tractor. The amount has not been disclosed by the American tractor manufacturer. Hello Tractor, which is headquartered in Nairobi, has a farm-equipment-sharing app to connect tractor owners with smallholder farmers across Africa and Asia. The app is […]