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KENYA CLIMBS TO THIRD ON LARGEST TOURISM ECONOMY IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA

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WTTC ranked Kenya as third largest tourism economy in sub-saharan Africa. According to report from World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), kenya has move to third just behind South Africa and Nigeria as the largest tourism economy in Sub-Saharan Africa. The growth just demonstrate how well the nation has progress over the last decade.  In 2018, Travel and Tourism grew 5.6 percent to contribute Sh790 billion and 1.1 million jobs to the Kenyan economy. This growth is faster than the global average of…

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PICTURES OF AFROSTRUCTURE EVENT IN KENYA

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Raila Odinga addressing infrastructure juggernaut at the AfroStructure Event. Former Prime Minister of Kenya Raila Odinga‏ is the speaking at the AfroStructure events in Kenya. This event is centred on improving infrastructure as well as financing. The aim of the seminar is to showcase  how decisive infrastructure can play an important role in any nation. We are here to discuss a solemn subject; infrastructure financing.In the journey of a country's or a continent’s progress towards…

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STATE OF THE NATION ADDRESS – PRESIDENT KENYATTA

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President Uhuru Kenyatta addresses a special sitting of the two Houses of Parliament and the entire nation of Kenya State of the Nation Address (abbreviated as #SOTNKe2019) is an annual event in the Republic of Kenya, in which the President reports on the status of the nation. In his address, President Uhuru Kenyatta speaks on his achievements and plan towards building a stronger Kenya. Understanding that Kenya is an unfinished work, He is fully confident that his…

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THE NEW PRESIDENT OF ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATION OF KENYA

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ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATION OF KENYA

President Mugure Njendu giving her remark as the new president of Architectural Association of Kenya for 2019-2021.  This succession took place at the Gala Dinner organised in Radisson Blu Hotel. During the ceremony, outgoing president Emma Miloyo passed on the mantle of leadership to the incoming president. The event was well attended by professionals and special dignitaries. In fact, Mr. Kivutha Kibwana, the first Governor of the People’s Government of Makueni County-Kenya gave a speech….

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KENYA SEEKS ANOTHER LOAN FROM CHINA FOR RAILWAY PROJECT

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Kenya seeks for another funds to complete stage three of the standard gauge railway. Kenya is seeking for fund from China to complete the third phase of the standard gauge railway. The negotiating is a loan worth Sh 370 billion that will ensure passengers, goods and equipment are secure during their journey from Mombasa to Malaba in Busia County. Kenya Railways Acting Director Philip Mahinga said “We all know that the first phase of SGR from Mombasa to Nairobi cost Sh…

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CONSTRUCTION OF KENYA’s DONGO KUNDU BYPASS PHASE II TO BEGIN IN APRIL

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Kenya Dongo Kundu phase II bypass to kick-off in April of this year. The phase II construction work of Dongo Kundu Bypass will kick-off in April. This is as confirmed by  Kenya National Highways Authority Director General Peter Mundinia. According to him, Japanese consortium Fujita Corporation/Mitsubishi Corporation is in charge of construction. With the construction of the project set to be complete in 2 years with the cost worth Sh24 billion. Peter Mundinia said ”comparing to other Bridges, this one is…

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EGYPT TO STRENGTHEN COORDINATION WITH KENYA

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Egypt to strengthen coordination with Kenya

Egypt and Kenya to strengthen coordination after talk held between both nations. Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi held talks with Delegates from Kenya over relationship coordination. The Kenyan delegates led by Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary, Monica Juma talked about promoting relations between the two countries. Monica Juma during the meeting praised the success of the last AU summit in Addis Ababa as Egypt’s President led the leadership of the union. Meanwhile, the meeting tackled other regional issues, including the latest developments…

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KENYA EXPERIENCE FALL IN INFLATION RATE

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Kenya Inflation Rate Drops Kenya inflation rate has dropped and is already having effect on the nation’s economy. The drop in price was announced by Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.  The annual inflation rate dropped from 4.7% in January to 4.14% in February 2019. Previously, following the statistics, Kenya averaged 9.64 percent in inflation rate from 2005 until 2019. In May 2008, there was a high rate of 31.50 percent and a low record of 3.18…

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KENYA CONSIDERING FULL OWNERSHIP OF KENYA AIRWAYS

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Kenya government considering full ownership of Kenya airways to effectively ward off competition from other state-owned airlines in Africa. According to the Transport Principal Secretary Esther Koimett; the Kenyan government is considering taking back full ownership of Kenya Airways which is its national carrier. The full ownership of Kenya Airways is to enable the government effectively forestall competition from other renowned national carrier airlines in the continent. Kenya government owns 48.9 percent stake in Kenya Airways; while Air…

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KENYA ROADS BOARD PLANS NEW INITIATIVE TO BOOST INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

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The Kenya Roads Board (KRB) is in charge of funding, overseeing and coordinating road maintenance and rehabilitation. KRB is set to launch a new initiative to help boost Kenya’s road network and other infrastructures. As part of the initiative, the Kenya Roads Board Directors, championed by Chairperson Rita Kavashe and Executive Director Eng. Jacob Ruwa; have also planned a four(4) day County tour  in Nairobi’s coastal and central regions. The tour will run from 25th February to 1st…

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TETU CONSTITUENCY RESIDENTS AT RISK DUE TO BAD ASBESTOS PIPE IN KENYA

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Tetu Constituency

Tetu constituency in Kenya has been drinking contaminated water due to bad asbestos pipe for 49 years. Water is essential for life, because without it we almost cannot survive. And before taking any, we must ensure that it is good for our health. But Residents of Tetu constituency in Kenya has been drinking unhealthy water since the 1970s, according to an audit report. The audit by Auditor General Edward Ouko was on behalf of the chairman of the Public Investments Committee…

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SENIOR ENGINEER VACANCY AT KENYA PORT AUTHORITY

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Senior Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) vacancy available at Kenya Port Authority. Kenya Port Authority (KPA) is seeking for a Senior Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) who will be responsible for management, planning and maintenance of electrical/electronics of equipment in Mombasa. The job holder will report to the Head of Conventional Cargo Engineering. KPA is a state corporation with the responsibility to “maintain, operate, improve and regulate all scheduled seaports in Kenya. RESPONSIBILITIES: Planing, monitoring, implementing and evaluating electronics equipment maintenance. Review work reports…

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DEPOT ENGINEER VACANCY AT KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY

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Depot Engineer vacancy available at Kenya Port Authority. Kenya Port Authority (KPA) is seeking for a Depot Engineer to oversee maintenance and also repair of all ICD’s plant equipment, electrical, and civil in Nairobi. KPA is a state corporation with the responsibility to “maintain, operate, improve and regulate all scheduled seaports in Kenya. JOB DESCRIPTION 1. Reporting to the Head of Inland Container Depot, 2. Be the Head of the technical section, supervise and also coordinate the activities…

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KENYA’s STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY RANKED AMONG RAIL TOURS IN WORLD

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The Madaraka Express in Kenya makes list of remarkable rail tours in the world. Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway also known as The Madaraka Express is now among the list of remarkable rail tours in the world. This report is according to British Media, The Telegraph; who published its survey on the most magnificent rail tours in the world for 2019. From the survey, the multi-billion-shilling Madaraka Express which opened in mid-2017 ranked seven (7) out of thirteen (13) remarkable rail tours…

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CONSTRUCTION OF WESTLANDS MARKET IN KENYA IS 85% COMPLETE

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Westlands Market

Westlands Market Construction almost complete in Kenya. Construction of the Westlands market in Kenya is almost complete. The project which is now 85% complete will help generate revenue for the nation as well as create job for residents in the area. The Westlands market construction project which has been facing issues in the past is now close to completion. According to Official twitter handle for the President’s Delivery Unit, the new and modern Westlands market will host hundreds of…

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KENYA’s EACC SHUT DOWN NATIONAL TRANSPORT AND SAFETY AUTHORITY (OFFICE

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Kenya’s National transport and safety authority (NTSA) office closed down. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission(EACC) have closed down the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) building. The raiding and closing down of the NTSA office is due to an ongoing investigation of the 14 Riverside Drive attack. Gunmen attacked Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi on the 15th of January 2019. The attack happened at Dusit hotel complex, claiming the lives of many. The raid is to…

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KENYAN CHIEF JUSTICE SWEARS IN 47 NEW RESIDENT MAGISTRATES

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47 new Resident Magistrates sworn in by Kenya’s Chief Justice. After the Anti-graft summit was held last Friday 25th January 2019; Kenya’s chief justice presided over the swearing of new resident magistrates. This process is to help increase and boost the nation’s judiciary capacity. The Chief Justice charged the new resident magistrates to think thorough their rulings. He said it will help avoid delaying justice to deserving citizens in the nation. In his own words,…

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TANZANIA AND KENYA TRADE PROBLEMS RESUMES

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Kenyans unhappy with Tanzania’s refusal to sale its product in their country resulting to trade and bilateral issues. Kenya and Tanzania have being having problem when it comes to trading of goods and services. An agreement between both nations on 24 February 2018 was meant to solve this problem. But the problem have still remained unsolved. Currently Tanzanian goods are freely getting into Kenya Market while the Tanzanian’s are restricting sales of Kenya’s products in…

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THE ANTI-GRAFT SUMMIT IN KENYA: TACKLING CORRUPTION

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Anti-Graft Summit held in Kenya with the aim of tackling corruption Corruption is like a form of dishonesty to any nation or place. This is why the Kenya government has set up an anti-graft summit which will aim to tackle such problem. The summit which has brought various stakeholders from all over the nation with a view to provide solution. The forum will provide a means of reflecting on the question of governance and corruption….

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CHINA ASSURES SUPPORT FOR KENYA’s TERRORISM FIGHT

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China assures Kenya support to fight terrorism Wang, Beijing’s top diplomat and also a member of the 19th Communist Party of China (CPC) central committee, said “China firmly opposes all forms of terrorism and will continue to offer unwavering support to Kenya’s efforts to fight against terrorism and maintain national security”. After the attack that occurred on 15th January, 2019 the Chinese Embassy in Nairobi; issued a statement addressed to Foreign Affairs cabinet Secretary Monica Juma condemning…

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