Tag Archives: agriculture

Why Kenya’s World Bank Debt Fell Despite New Borrowing

Kenya’s outstanding debt to the World Bank fell to Sh1.728 trillion in March 2026, down from Sh1.964 trillion recorded in both September and December 2025, according to data from the National Treasury. The figures show a gradual decline in the country’s obligations to the lender after the debt reached a …

Read More »

Mudavadi Flies to Saudi Arabia for High-Stakes Talks

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has embarked on a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, where he is expected to hold high-level talks aimed at strengthening diplomatic, economic and labour ties between the two countries. According to a statement from his office, …

Read More »

Farmers Reap Big From Rising Demand for ‘Kienyeji’ Greens

Farmers in Lugari Sub-county, Kakamega County, are increasingly turning to traditional vegetables as a lucrative source of income, driven by rising demand from consumers who are becoming more aware of the crops’ nutritional and health benefits. Once regarded as food mainly consumed by low-income households, indigenous vegetables such as black …

Read More »

Ruto Meets Zelensky at G7, Signs Key Food Security Plan

President William Ruto and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in key sectors including technology, agriculture, investment, and education after talks held on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian, France. The discussions highlighted the growing partnership between Nairobi and Kyiv as both nations seek …

Read More »

No Need to Worry: Gov’t Assures Stable Sugar Prices Amid Production Drop

The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has reassured Kenyans that sugar prices will remain stable, despite recent production challenges that have raised concerns about supply. In a statement on Thursday, January 22, KSB CEO Jude Chesire said the country’s sugar supply is secure, even as demand grows due to population increases, …

Read More »

No More Blackouts in Ukambani as New Kitui–Wote Line Energised

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) has successfully energised the 132kV Kitui–Wote transmission line, marking a major milestone in improving electricity reliability across Makueni, Kitui, and Garissa counties. The line was officially activated on Friday at 11:00 AM, enhancing grid stability in the Eastern region. The new connection is expected …

Read More »