Gov’t to hire consultant to advice on KQ shareholding
By Ronald Owili
The government is in the process of hiring a consultant to advice on whether the state should increase, retain or reduce its shareholding in Kenya Airways.
This comes after sentiments from different...
Posta Kenya to automate services to remain afloat
The Postal Corporation of Kenya has embarked on plans to automate all its services to reinforce its competitive edge as well as tap into opportunities availed by e-commerce.
Post Master General Daniel Kagwe says...
Local banks to control 35pc shareholding of KQ
By Judith Akolo
A group of banks who advanced loans to Kenya Airways (KQ) have agreed to convert the debt into a stake in a deal that will see them the second highest shareholder of...
Farmers in Baringo urge for disbursement of funds
By Regina Manyara
Coffee farmers in Baringo County are urging the government to fast track the disbursement of the funds meant for debt waivers to cushion them against ongoing predicaments in the sector.
The farmers argue...
Government urged to strengthen extension services
The government has been urged to strengthen extension services to improve the capacity of small scale farmers in their quest to produce quality dairy products that meet international standards.
Agriculture experts also want the government...
HFC sets up support for small businesses
By KNA
HFC has re-emphasized the need to increase funding and capacity building for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Managing Director Sam Waweru has reiterated that lending to small businesses whether informal or formal,...
Ksh 70m mango processing plant to be operational in Elgeyo Marakwet
A 70 million shillings mango processing plant will be operational in Elgeyo Marakwet by April next year.
Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) Managing Director David Kimosop says the authority has procured the plant which...
CAK expands mobile telephony to 71 sub-locations
Decentralization of the Communication Authority of Kenya’s operations to the counties has been tipped to enhance the regulator's capacity to among others monitor license compliance and address complaints from consumers adequately.
Speaking while opening the...
NSSF automates systems to improve services
By Jeremy Ogola
The National Social Security Fund is automating its systems to improve access of information by customers as well as improve service delivery.
Acting Managing Trustee Dr. Anthony Omerikwa says NSSF plans to increase...
Small holder livestock farmers encouraged to form associations
The government is encouraging small holder livestock farmers to form associations that can enable them commercialize fodder production so as to boost productivity of their animals.
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Willy Bett says the government...