Miano on Women in Cross Border Trade East Africa Community and ASALs Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has highlighted the importance of working in synergy to support women in cross border trade. She observes: “The success of women in cross-border trade relies on effective coordination among multiple agencies & policy actors. Collaboration is crucial in developing effective policies that promote economic empowerment and regional integration. We are keen on demystifying economic policy initiatives within the East African region such as the Customs Union to encourage more participation and fair market access for women and men entrepreneurs. Rebecca Miano made the remarks Monday morning when she was the keynote speaker for the #KRAWomenInTaxationForum2023 organized by @KRACorporate for business people across various industries. The forum sought to explore opportunities for women in cross-border trade.
Zoho corp, the global technology company on Monday announced the opening of its new office to cater to its growing customer base in Kenya.
Veerakumar Natarajan Country Head Kenya Zoho Corp said that Zoho’s first physical office will housea modern training center for it’s customers and partners.
“We are thrilled to open our new office,”Natarajan said.
Over the past year, Zoho has experienced substantial growth in Kenya, with a 48 percent increase in revenue and a rapid rise in the number of employees.
Natarajan observed that Zoho’s growth in Kenya can be attributed to the popu5of it’s flagship products, which include Zoho One, Zoho CRM and Zoho Desk.
Kenya Assemblies of God Nyahururu District Bishop Simon Kieru has expressed support for the step that his excellency the President took in appointing men of God in leadership positions.
On Friday, his excellency Dr William Ruto announced the appointment of ex-CITAM presiding bishop David Oginde as Ethics Anti-Corruption Commission.
Bishop Kieru termed this as a step in the right direction saying:
“Indeed his excellency the President has been forthright in settling for nothing less other than the best capable people to form his government.
The appointment of Bishop Oginde is quite welcome at a time when corruption has become a big monster bedevilling the progress of our Nation.
Bishop Kieru concluded by wishing Bishop Oginde the very best in his new appointment and also thanked His Excellency The President for calling upon the Church to participate in Governance.
The Union of Veterinary Practitioners Kenya has suspended the nationwide strike which was set to begin today 11th March 2023 for a period of 60 days.
Dr Benson Kibore is the National Chairperson Union of Veterinary Practitioners Kenya (UVPK) says the decision to suspend the strike is meant to pave way for engagements with the 48 employers.
The call for action had been occasioned by among other grievances:
(i) delayed signing of the recognition agreements by the state department of livestock development and respective county governments and negotiation of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
(ii) Failure to remit the union dues
(iii) lack of employment, promotion and succession management
(iv) non payment of extraneous, non-practice and risk allowance (v) Delayed posting of veterinary interns and lack of in-service post-graduate training.
The Union however cautioned that should the employer fail to sign the Recognition Agreement which has been pe ding since 2019 within the next 60 days window period then it will not hesitate to invoke the provisions of the Constitution and the Labor Relations Act No 14 of 2023 and call for a fresh Strike.
L – R: WIRE Founders: Immediate Former President AAK, Arch. Mugure Njendu, President IQSK QS. Jennifer Musyimi, WIRE President, Robyn T. Emerson, and Founder Executive Director, Terracotta Moon Violette Riungu – Muchiri
The Women In Real Estate (WIRE) on Friday held the 7th Annual Legends and Leaders forum in Nairobi. The event brought together well-known female executives in Kenya’s construction industry to emphasize the value of gender inclusion in the sector.Legends and Leaders event also gave WIRE Kenya the chance to honor and celebrate the achievements of women leaders in the built environment of Kenya while exhibiting their successes and contributions to the sector. The event also marked the launch of WIRE Kenya’s 4th Women Representation in the Built Environment Report on gender inclusion in the built environment. The event’s theme was in line with the International Womens Day – ‘DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality’.
The Permanent Secretary, the State Department for Housing and Urban Development (SDHUD), Hon. Charles Hinga Mwaura CBS, CA(SA) said in a speech that was delivered by Lilian Kieni, Deputy Director (SDHUD) said that Kenya has charted a path for the women artisans to utilize their skills and earn a living through work in the affordable housing projects.
“We are not overlooking the importance to also expand representation of the professional women,’ Kieni said. She noted to that people who work in non-formal, informal and formal sectors gain knowledge, skills, expertise, and attributes through practice.
“Consequently, all people should have the opportunity for the recognition of their acquired knowledge and skills as well,” she observed Chief guest Hon. Farida Karoney, Former Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Lands & Physical planning, in her keynote address recognized the contribution and importance of technology as an enabler to gain equality. “The digitisation of land records that was unveiled while I was in office will go a long way in eliminating land grabbing.It seeks to promote transparency, equity non-discrimination and protect the rights and responsibilities of property owners,” said Ms. Karoney.
the delivery of ongoing affordable housing projects. “We have charted a path for the women artisans to utilize their skills and earn a living through work in the affordable housing projects. We are not overlooking the importance of also expanding representation of the professional women,” he added. The annual report that was launched gives fact driven insights into the state of gender inclusion in the built industry’s professional and artisan associations, institutions of academia and vocational training.
Kenya Tea Development Authority Chairman David Muni Ichoho has taken a moment to mourn Yasin.
In his condolence message he notes
“I have this morning received the sad news of the passing of Mr Haji Mohamed Yasin the chairman Vital group Pakistan with sadness. Yasin and Vital Group have been partners with KTDA in tea business.I wish to convey my condolences , Board KTDA, Tea Fraternity on the passing of Yasin. I pray to Almighty God to grant the Yasin family, Vital group, peace and grace during this period of mourning. May Almighty grant His soul eternal peace. Rest In Peace Brother Yasin.”
Nairobi City County Environment team and informal traders in Eastleigh 1st Avenue combined forces to remove illegally dumped waste on the median. The joint exercise entailed street sweeping and garbage collection. According to Eastleigh Hawkers Chairman David Kinuthia he said that they want to lead by example in implementation of His Excellency The Governors development blueprint of making NAIROBI work.
The Honorable Beatrice Elachi has demonstrated her commitment to uplift education in her constituency. “This morning, she launched bursaries worth Ksh 52 million for 7,000 beneficiaries in high school, universities, and tertiary institutions.” Beatrice Elachi believes that’s education equalises the poor and the rich.
Dr Hassan Adam will move to the court of Appeal to challenge the high court’s declaration of Ahmed Abdullah as the elected Governor of Wajir County.
” Our decision to appeal is informed by our believe and is backed by material facts that elections were bundgled in three constituencies which in the end affected the outcome of last August’s election results, ” Dr Adam said.
Fai sub-clan of the larger Degodia clan in Wajir county settled on Nairobi South Hospital proprietor Dr Hassan Mohamed Adam to fly its flag in the Wajir governorship contest. Abdullahi of ODM won the Wajir governor contest by 35,533 votes followed by Hassan Mohamed Adam of Jubilee who garnered 27,224 votes while Ahmed Mukhtar of UDA finished third with 21,859 votes.
Dr Adam said that he has asked his lawyers to prepare for the appeal the high court provided certified copies of it’s ruling and judgement.
He noted that his petition was against individuals and not the county government and thus no one should use the court petition to the people of Wajir services.
“Equation the government to two individuals must be seen for what it is; it’s an excuse to divert public resources for personal use through different activities other than those that would have met the needs of the people of Wajir,” he added.
Dr Adam observed that Wajir county has receive a whopping 4 billion shillings in the last six months yet services are not in tandem with such huge disbursement.
He noted that there have been cases of nepotism in new recruitment and dismally of others based on where they come from in county owned firms such as the Wajir Water Sewerage Company (WAJWASCO) and Wajir Referral Hospital.
Prof. Njenga Munene VC Zetech University (left) and Antony Ambugo CEO of Water Services Providers Association (WASPA) (right) after signing a pact that will see both institutions leverage Research, Innovation to provide efficient and sustainable water and sanitation services in Kenya.
Zetech University has entered into a pact with the Water Services Providers Association (WASPA) to promote innovation, research and best practices for the provision of efficient and sustainable water and sanitation services. The partnership will focus on climate change and sustainability through innovation, research on water and sanitation services, corporate training in human resource management, leadership and governance. The collaboration will also involve a baseline survey to identify areas of focus and assess the current state of water and sanitation services. This partnership between is not only significant for promoting efficient and sustainable water and sanitation services but it is also in line with Sustainable Development Goal 6, which advocates for the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030. Kenya, Africa, and the world at large are grappling with the effects of climate change, drought, hunger, and starvation; and the water and sanitation sector has not been spared, with access to clean and safe water becoming increasingly difficult for many people. Speaking during the MoU signing, Zetech University Vice Chancellor Prof. Njenga Munene noted that Zetech University was set to be a major conduit for information, innovation and knowledge creation to identify areas of focus and assess the current state of water and sanitation services in Kiambu and Nairobi Counties and Kenya at large. “Through our iZET Hub and our experienced faculty, Zetech University has the capacity to conduct research and use the data to find sustainable solutions to the water accessibility and waste management in our cities. On his part, WASPA CEO remarked that industry-academia pacts such as these were pivotal in providing an enabling environment for its stakeholders. “ We’ve had numerous challenges with our water service providers because we are losing 45% of water due to lack of adequate research and innovation on sustainable management of water and sanitation.
