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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Jael Musumba
A workspace solution firm IWG, has partnered with Ndovu Cement to introduce a co-working space along Mombasa Road. The collaboration marks a major milestone in IWG’s expansion in Kenya, addressing the increasing demand for innovative and adaptable workspaces. The firm’s Country Manager, Peter Kibera, said the co-working space at Purple Tower will provide a wide range of premium amenities tailored to the needs of modern professionals.
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Jan 20, 2025 | 
tnx.africa | Pooja Kotedia-Patel |Fay Ngina |Ronald Kipruto |Jael Musumba
Are you even living in Kenya if you haven’t been hustled for cash by some scammer or the other? Now, people like me and you know how to shoo away the hundreds of conmen who will call and ask for cash. I have received them all, from my alleged child needing the new scientific calculator to someone asking me to Mpesa my rent to them. I’ve had my bank call me a million times, asking for my PIN.
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Jan 20, 2025 | 
tnx.africa | Ronald Kipruto |Jael Musumba |Fay Ngina |Manuel Ntoyai
With schools having reopened last week, here are ten types of parents you’re likely to encounter. Which type are you, or which type was your parent when you were growing up? The complaining onesThis group and the government don’t see eye to eye. Year after year, they find something to complain about. According to them, the Ministry of Education has done nothing right, they lament the lack of books, rising school fees, overly long holidays, and much more.
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Jan 20, 2025 | 
tnx.africa | Jael Musumba |Jacqueline Mahugu |KIrsten Kanja |Philip Muasya
Several social-economic factors, including poverty, cultural practices, and competition among women who are involved in the fish trade, are often listed as variables fueling the ‘sex for fish’ practice. According to 2022 data provided by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the global fisheries sector supports 600 million livelihoods and provides 20 per cent of the daily protein intake for 3.3 billion people.
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Dec 4, 2024 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Jael Musumba
The Nairobi City County government cabinet has approved amendments to the Nairobi City County Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Act 2014 and endorsed the Nairobi City County Liquor Act 2024. This new legislation addresses regulatory gaps, aligns with the Constitution, and provides a modern framework for managing Nairobi’s dynamic alcoholic drinks industry.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
tnx.africa | Stevens Muendo |Jael Musumba |Fay Ngina |Collins Kweyu
President William Ruto has scrapped the planned Adani Group deals for airports and power lines in the country. He disclosed that he had ordered the cancellation of procurement processes surrounding the controversial projects. During the State of the Nation Address, he announced the termination of agreements involving the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and KETRACO, which his government had signed with the Adani Group.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
tnx.africa | Elvis Ogina |Stevens Muendo |Jael Musumba |Stephen Rutto
Waren Peter, a 23-year-old Bachelor of Commerce student specializing in Finance and Economics at Kenyatta University, is making headlines for his remarkable achievements in the world of pageantry. Hailing from Kirinyaga County, Waren has proven to be a rising star in Kenya’s pageant scene. In 2023, he earned the coveted title of Mr. Nairobi, showcasing not only his charm and poise but also his commitment to community service.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
tnx.africa | Jael Musumba |Jacqueline Mahugu |KIrsten Kanja |Philip Muasya
A Chadian national is the latest victim of drugging. The man fell victim following a night of merry-making at a club in Nairobi. The foreigner met Consolata Nyangai, who later drugged him when they retired to his residence at Spring Gardens Apartments in Kileleshwa on November 16, 2024. The woman allegedly stole USD 4,000 (Sh516,000), Sh10,000, a Samsung S20, and a Corn C105 phone from the house. After the incident was reported, Consolata was traced to Kasarani.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
tnx.africa | Silas Nyamweya |Stevens Muendo |Jael Musumba |Fay Ngina
Being a bachelor or bachelorette might seem like an easy way to avoid the responsibilities of marriage for many Kenyans. However, life as a single person isn’t always a walk in the park—especially during cold and rainy weather seasons as the one we’re currently experiencing. Nairobians in this category often resort to creative (and sometimes archaic) ways to survive the chilly season. So what are some of their strategies?
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
tnx.africa | Ciku Kimani |Jael Musumba |George Njunge
Caveat – the use of the word peasant in this piece is in no way used as a derogatory term. The idea is to look for the silver lining in a grim situation. Life among peasants may be difficult, but it tends to be strangely authentic. In the absence of their masters, also known as the wealthy, peasants have perfected the art of making fun of themselves and their situations, and jokes against self tend to be hilarious.
