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Mabati Rolling Mills Launches Kenya’s First Mobile Showroom By Fride Amiani    Mabati Rolling Mills Ltd (MRM), Kenya’s leading producer of steel roofing and building materials, has unveiled a pioneering innovation – the country’s first mobile showroom. The initiative, branded “Building Dreams, Mile by Mile,” was officially launched at the company’s headquarters in Athi River, Nairobi, marking a major step in redefining customer engagement in the construction industry. Designed as a “showroom on wheels,” the customized truck will travel across the country, taking MRM’s full range of products directly to both urban centers and rural villages. Speaking during the launch, MRM Chief Executive Officer Albert Sigei described the project as a milestone in bridging the gap between the company and its customers.  “We understand that accessibility and convenience are critical to our customers. This mobile showroom reflects our strategy of taking innovative building solutions closer ...

KenGen Signs Landmark Partnerships with Nestlé Kenya and GGGI to Advance Clean Energy and Sustainability.  By Fride Amiani  Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has entered into two landmark cooperation agreements with Nestlé Kenya Limited and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition towards clean energy and sustainable development. The agreements, signed on Wednesday in Naivasha, underscore the growing role of partnerships between the private sector, government, and global institutions in driving Africa’s green growth agenda. The signing ceremony brought together corporate leaders, energy experts, and development partners. In his keynote remarks, KenGen’s Managing Director and CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga, described the occasion as a historic moment that showcases the power of collaboration. “This synergy speaks volumes about the kind of future we are building: greener, healthier, and sustainable for generati...

  Feminist Leaders Convene in Nairobi to Advance Gender-Transformative Education in Africa By Fride Amiani   The Feminist Network for Gender Transformative Education (FEMNET4GTE) has launched its Africa Regional Action Workshop in Nairobi, drawing over 50 leaders, policymakers, activists, and education experts for a two-day dialogue on dismantling structural barriers in education and embedding gender equality at the heart of learning systems across Africa. The workshop, which opened today, marks FEMNET4GTE’s continued commitment to transforming education into a powerful driver of justice and equality. Since its founding, the networkan intergenerational movement of more than 210 organizations, governments, researchers, and advocates has brought together diverse actors to strengthen solidarity, share best practices, and co-create strategies for transformative change. Speaking during the opening session, Ms. Lydia Madyirapanzi, Executive Director of FAWE Zimbabwe, emphasized...

UoN School of Pharmacy Marks 50 Years with Free Medical Camp in Kibra By Fride Amiani  The University of Nairobi (UoN) School of Pharmacy marked its 50th anniversary with a free medical camp at Olympic Primary School in Kibra. Organized by the Faculty of Pharmacy Alumni Association, the outreach brought together health practitioners who provided consultations, free medicines, health education, and screenings to hundreds of residents. Services included checks for diabetes, hypertension, breast and cervical cancer, as well as childhood vaccinations. The camp was graced by Dr. Wairimu Mbogo, President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) and an alumna of the school. She hailed the initiative as a practical demonstration of pharmacy’s role in the community.  “This camp is not just a celebration of 50 years of academic excellence. It is where our training meets our calling. When pharmacists step into the community to screen, treat, counsel and refer patients, they show that...

Nairobi River Regeneration: Citizens, Leaders, and Communities Unite for Historic Transformation Kenya Alliance Of Residents Association(KARA)  CEO Henry Ochieng speaking during a community engagement Forum on Nairobi River Regeneration which was held at the Waridi Paradise Hotel, Nairobi.  By Fride Amiani  The Nairobi River, once a source of pride and prosperity for the capital but now a symbol of pollution and neglect, is set to undergo one of the most ambitious regeneration efforts in Kenya’s history. On Wednesday, the Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) and the Nairobi Rivers Commission brought together community groups, civil society, private sector players, and government officials for a high-level forum at Waridi Paradise Hotel in Hurlingham to rally citizens behind the Nairobi River Regeneration Project. The initiative stretches from Naivasha Road through Museum Hill to Dandora Falls and is expected to redefine Nairobi’s environmental, social, and econo...

  Kenyan Media Leaders Declare Zero Tolerance for Sexual Harassment in Newsrooms  By Fride Amiani Kenya’s top editors and media advocates have sounded the alarm on sexual harassment in the country’s newsrooms, calling for urgent reforms to end what they termed a deeply entrenched culture of abuse that is robbing the industry of talent and integrity. Speaking at the Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communication during a forum themed “Ending Sexual Harassment in Media: From Dialogue to Action,” leaders from the Kenya Editors’ Guild (KEG) and the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) urged industry players to move beyond dialogue and implement bold accountability measures. In her keynote address, KEG President Zubeidah Kananu described sexual harassment in media as a crisis that threatens both press freedom and gender equality. “Sexual harassment isn’t just an offence against an individual – it robs our media of talent, voices, and diversity,” she said. “Th...

  The Nairobi Hospital Reaffirms Financial Strength and Commitment to Quality Care By Fride Amiani The Nairobi Hospital has reaffirmed its financial stability, governance reforms, and commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare amid recent public speculation over its operations. Speaking at a joint press conference of the Board of Management and the Board of Trustees on Monday, hospital leadership sought to dispel concerns raised after a creditor, Opticom Kenya Ltd, filed a petition in court. The hospital emphasised that the matter was a legal process currently being contested while constructive dialogue continues toward resolution. Officials assured the public that the hospital’s operations remain intact, with staff salaries, supplier obligations, and infrastructure investments being met without disruption. Chief Executive Officer Mr. Felix Osano underscored the hospital’s robust financial position by highlighting a series of infrastructure upgrades worth KSh 1.5 billion. He ...