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Stima DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (Stima Sacco) has launched a fully fledged insurance subsidiary, Mpawa Insurance Brokerage, marking its...

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13 artisans travelled to Nairobi to showcase their products at Bizarre Bazaar Global Village, one of Kenya’s largest open-air markets for art, fashion and design. The artisans, from both refugee and host communities in Turkana, made 102,000 Kenyan shillings in sales over just two days. ‘It was more than just a market – it was a space to learn, connect and dream bigger,’ said Rodgers Mugaragu, a refugee artisan attending the event for the first time. With more than 100 vendors from across the country and beyond, Biz Baz is a vibrant platform for small producers to display their work and explore new business opportunities. ‘With ITC’s support, I’ve attended Biz Baz twice. The first time, I learned about product quality and value addition,’ said Josephine Alogogita Lobur from the Lodwar host community. ‘Since then, I’ve improved my designs to meet market standards. This year, I connected with new clients, exchanged ideas with other artisans, and gained inspiration to keep growing my business.’ Beyond immediate sales, the experience has strengthened participants’ confidence to run their own enterprises, paving the way for greater financial independence and long-term self-reliance. The group also visited ITC’s Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) centre in Nairobi to learn how local artisans collaborate with EFI to produce high-quality, market-ready goods. Opportunities like these help artisans gain exposure to national buyers and new markets, strengthening small businesses and generating income. Increased opportunities also mean better cohesion between refugees and host communities.

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The government of Kenya is seeking into intra-Africa tourism opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to unlock the sector's projected Ksh 1 trillion contributions to the economy by end of 2027. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) at Uhuru Gardens. Deputy President of Kenya, Kithure Kindiki noted that while Kenya leads its East Africa counterparts on visitor arrivals, the country must leverage continental integration to achieve double-digit growth seen in Asian and European markets. "Tourism is a critical anchor of Kenya's economy and a pillar of our Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). With Africa emerging as one of the strongest-performing regions in global tourism recovery, we must capitalize on AfCFTA opportunities. The tourism sector must become a critical interlocutor in transport, logistics, trade, investments and MSME sectors, driving synergized policy outcomes." Kindiki stated. According to the World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC). Kenya's tourism sector is set to contribute a record Ksh 1.2 trillion to the economy, equivalent to more than 7% of national Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The sector is also expected to support 1.7 million jobs in 2025, maintaining over 8% of total national employment. The DP outlined government's infrastructure investments to support the growth of the sector, including the Nairobi-Nakuru-Mau Summit Highway, Lamu Port development. SGR expansion and new direct flights from global hubs. He stressed the need to diversify beyond traditional offerings, citing emerging products like astro-tourism, desert safaris in Chalbi, and tech-tourism leveraging Kenya's "silicon savannah" reputation. "We must market the complete Kenya story-from our technological innovation to our athletic excellence, from the Cradle of Humankind to our forty vibrant communities," he added. Equally, Kindiki also stressed the importance of sustainability, linking the government's tree planting initiative to eco-tourism enhancement, while ensuring tourism benefits reach grassroots communities. The expo has drawn over 6,500 delegates from 40 countries, including 400 exhibitors and 200 international buyers with the opportunity to explore how strategic investments and collaborative frameworks can contribute to the African tourism ecosystem which presents unprecedented growth potential. Tourism and Wildlife CS Rebecca Miano hailed the expo's evolution into a continental platform noting its critical role in accelerating investment flows for infrastructure development which directly supports Kenya's tourism target of 5.5 million visitors by 2027. "Infrastructure development through public-private partnerships remains our cornerstone strategy. By leveraging private sector expertise and government support, we are building world-class facilities that enhance visitor experiences while creating sustainable employment for our communities across the tourism value chain." Miano emphasized. On her part, Director of Trade in Services, Investment and Digital Trade AfCFTA Secretariat, Emily Mburu, highlighted the strategic importance of strategic tourism partnerships, particularly for advancing continental market integration. "Tourism shows how AfCFTA works in practice, public-private frameworks attract Foreign Direct Invest (FDI), build world-class infrastructure and create employment across borders. When tourists move seamlessly across Africa, they activate supply chains, stimulate trade and prove that integration delivers immediate, tangible benefits to African economies," he noted. The expo's focus on intra-African partnerships comes at an opportune time, given Africa's growing contribution to Kenya's tourism earnings. Africa was the leading source of tourist arrivals in 2024, accounting for 40.8% of international visitors. This year's Magical Kenya Travel Expo will incorporate digital matchmaking technology which facilitates pre-scheduled B2B meetings between buyers and sellers, maximizing business outcomes. It will also feature five-day familiarization trips, integrated marketing campaigns and dedicated sessions on creative economy integration within tourism.
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KENYA TO TAP INTO INTRA-AFRICA TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN AfCFTA

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The government of Kenya isseeking into intra-Africa tourism opportunities within the AfricanContinental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to unlock the sector's projectedKsh 1...

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The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has expressed the need to have efficient and robust e-government systems to ensure effective service delivery and as a...
African economies have been challenged to boost their investment in research to power the continent’s industrial transformation by accelerating development of homegrown innovations that reinforce autonomy, sustainability, and technological sovereignty. Speaking during the official launch of the African Research and Innovation Hub (ARIH) on the sidelines of the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025) in Algiers, the Group Chief Economist and Managing Director for Research at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Dr. Yemi Kale noted that while Africa accounts for less than 3% of global research output, it bears a disproportionately higher share of global challenges. “Even more concerning, our research and development spending averages under 0.5% of GDP, far below the global average of 2.2% and far less than the over 4% invested in countries such as South Korea and Israel. However, history shows us that deliberate investment in research ecosystems has been the foundation of industrial transformation. Sustained competitiveness requires research, innovation, and the industrial capacity to transform ideas into products and services that can stand at the frontier of global markets,” Dr Kale said. The hub is a joint initiative of Afreximbank, the African Union and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat that aims to promote and commercialise African research and innovation. It provides a platform for academics, researchers, and students to contribute their knowledge and expertise towards advancing Intra-African trade and industrialisation. “ARIH’s mission is to transform intellectual capital into industrial competitiveness and trade-led growth. Studies indicate that if Africa merely doubles its R&D spending to 1% of GDP by 2030, we could unlock an estimated $60–70 billion annually in additional value across agriculture, digital technology, and manufacturing. This would boost productivity, reduce import dependence, and expand Africa’s share of global trade,” Dr Kale argued. Throughout IATF2025, ARIH is running sessions bringing together participants from academia, enterprise, policymakers and investors. Besides the co-convenors, Algeria's Ministry of Higher Education is providing technical coordination for the sessions that include roundtables and pitch sessions for innovative projects and startups. University lecturers and students, as well as scientists and researchers affiliated with National Research Institutions from Africa, and the Diaspora including the Caribbean, have the opportunity to showcase their innovative research and scientific prototypes. Hosted by the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, IATF2025 is co-convened by Afreximbank, the African Union Commission and the AfCFTA Secretariat, and is projected to facilitate trade and investment deals worth over US$44 billion. IATF is a platform for businesses to showcase their goods and services to visitors and buyers while exploring opportunities and exchanging information. IATF aims to tap into opportunities from AfCFTA’s single market of over 1.4 billion people and GDP of over US$3.5 trillion. The ongoing IATF2025 is in its fourth edition with the last three editions of IATF cumulatively generating over $118 billion in trade and investment deals and attracting more than 70,000 visitors and 4,500 exhibitors.

African economies urged to invest in research for industrial transformation

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African economies have been challenged to boost their investment in research to power the continent’s industrial transformation by accelerating development of homegrown...

Japan hands over dormitories constructed worth Kshs 9,000,000 to Gesiaga secondary Nyamira

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Each year the school’s performance in KCSE examination has improved The Government of Japan has been providing funds to local non-profit organizations through the Grant...

USAID Partnership Supports Young Kenyan Women Acquire Vital Technical Skills to Secure Jobs

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Seventy-eight (78) young women from Nairobi and Kiambu Counties today graduated from the PEPFAR/USAID-supported DREAMS Construction Skills Training program after successfully completing plumbing...

African Digital Economy: Ampion and Plutos Ventures launch new venture for Africa-focused start-ups

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Focus of the new venture – on site development of digital business models Call for Applications from founders and start-ups with an Africa focus...
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Philip Wahome, Multichoice Kenya Corporate Affairs Manager, Celeste Muli, Multichoice Kenya Head of Marketing and Head of Sales Garama Chome unveil the UEFA Euro...
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