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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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Safaricom Faces Antitrust Complaint Over Alleged Anti-Competitive M-Pesa Deal with Ziidi Fund

A formal complaint has been filed with Kenya’s competition regulator against Safaricom, alleging that its exclusive M-Pesa transaction fee waiver for the Ziidi Money Market Fund is an anti-competitive practice that distorts the retail investment market.

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Jun 4, 2025

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Kenya Explores Luxembourg Tech Sector for Diaspora Opportunities, PS Njogu Leads Talks

Kenya's Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary, Roseline Njogu, is engaging with a European university in Luxembourg to create pathways for Kenyan tech talent into Luxembourg's burgeoning digital economy, aiming to foster job creation and skills development.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 3, 2025

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President Ruto Launches Major Rural Road Upgrade Program in Eastern Kenya to Boost Economic Activity

President William Ruto has launched a government-funded infrastructure program to tarmac 500 kilometers of rural roads in Eastern Kenya. The initiative aims to improve farmers’ access to markets, reduce transportation costs, and stimulate overall economic growth in the region.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Lamu Commuters Protest Sudden 25% Ferry Fare Hike on Mtongwe Route

A 25% increase in fares on the Lamu-Mtongwe ferry route by Kenya Ferry Services sparked protests from commuters on Monday, who deemed the hike sudden and unaffordable. KFS cited rising operational costs but promised to review subsidies for vulnerable groups.

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Jun 2, 2025

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Central Bank of Kenya Expands Gold Purchase Program to Support Local Artisanal Miners and Boost Reserves

The Central Bank of Kenya has announced an expansion of its gold purchase program, aiming to buy more gold from local miners to boost the mining sector, reduce import dependency, and strengthen national foreign exchange reserves.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Education CS Magoha Announces Review of Teacher Salaries, Hints at Potential Increments

Education Cabinet Secretary Moses Magoha has indicated that the government is considering raising teacher salaries to improve morale and retention, promising to work with the Treasury while also continuing to fund school infrastructure improvements.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Kenya Airways Outlines Strategic Roadmap for Financial Recovery at Annual General Meeting

At its Annual General Meeting, Kenya Airways management unveiled a strategic recovery plan which includes launching new regional routes, renegotiating lease agreements, and enhancing airline partnerships, with a strong emphasis on cost control to return to profitability.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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CBK Governor Hints at Potential Monetary Policy Easing Amidst Positive Economic Indicators

The Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, Gideon Muriuki, suggested that Kenya’s current strong economic growth and stable inflation could create conditions for potentially lower interest rates, emphasizing that any policy changes will be data-driven

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Kenya Power Touts Increased Generation Capacity and Enhanced Electricity Supply Stability

Kenya Power has reported a boost in electricity generation capacity and improvements in grid infrastructure, resulting in a more reliable and stable power supply with no recent major outages. The company also called on consumers to use power efficiently.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Agriculture CS Munya Launches New Drought-Resistant Maize Variety to Boost Food Security

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya has launched a new drought-tolerant maize seed variety aimed at improving harvests for farmers in arid and semi-arid regions. The government plans to make the variety widely available at subsidized rates to enhance food security.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 2, 2025

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Mombasa-Based NGO "Hope for Youth" Launches Empowerment Initiative with Vocational Training and Micro-Grants

The Mombasa-based NGO, Hope for Youth, has launched a new program aimed at empowering unemployed young people through vocational training in skills like carpentry and ICT, complemented by micro-grants to help them establish small businesses.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 1, 2025

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Kenya Reports Record Agricultural Exports in May, Driven by Edible Oils and Coffee Surge

Kenya’s agricultural exports reached a new record in May, largely driven by a significant increase in edible oil (up 40%) and coffee (up 25%) shipments, according to the Trade Ministry, reflecting strong global demand and supportive government policies.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 1, 2025