Comedian and online sensation Timothy Kimani Ndegwa, better known as Njugush, alongside his wife Celestine Ndinda, have ventured into the matatu business, marking a significant milestone in their entrepreneurial journey. The couple recently acquired a 33-seater matatu, joining the league of matatu owners in the town. Njugush & Celestine Pay Homage to Friends with New […]
Nicholas Wambua, a Kenyan entrepreneur, has witnessed a significant uptick in his income since transitioning from farming to the scrap metal trade. Originally from Machakos County, Wambua decided to leave farming behind in 2019 due to the unpredictable weather patterns that resulted in substantial losses for him. Seeking better opportunities, he relocated to Narok County, […]
Stephen Kinyua, a Kenyan entrepreneur, has paved his path to success through his thriving watermelon business and urges fellow Kenyans to embrace risk-taking in pursuit of their dreams. His venture caters to the increasing demand for watermelons in Tharaka Nithi County, reflecting his astute business acumen. Reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, Kinyua recounts his decision […]
When Kenya’s government announced the availability of 2,500 nursing positions in Saudi Arabia for unemployed Kenyan nurses, anticipation ran high for a flurry of applications. Yet, despite extensive advertising efforts and promotion of these opportunities, data from the Ministry of Labour revealed a surprising trend. Of the advertised 2,500 jobs, fewer than 1,800 nurses applied, […]
Lyn Mengich, the head of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), recently appeared on national television to discuss the issue of doctors’ salaries. While her explanations seemed logical, it’s important to first unravel the jargon: The SRC establishes salary guidelines for public officials, excluding members of Parliament due to past political pressure that resulted in […]
Labour Minister Florence Bore has emphasized the necessity of constructive dialogue between the Ministry of Health and doctors to bring an end to the ongoing medical strike. Bore stressed the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders to resolve the impasse for the well-being of Kenyan citizens. She urged all parties to respect the law and […]
The government has announced its decision to provide compensation solely to farmers who received 3,000 bags of fertilizer identified as substandard. This announcement comes amidst the Ministry of Agriculture’s assertion that there are no counterfeit inputs within the subsidy program. Mithika Linturi, the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, attributed the issue of substandard […]