Lillian Mutavi

Nairobi

Digital Online Sub-Editor at The Standard (Kenya)

Digital Online Sub-Editor at the Standard Media Group. Roles :Content Editing & Proofreading Fact-Checking & Verification Verifying multimedia elements

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Articles

Crypto firms urge rethink of digital asset tax amid Sh10 billion revenue haul

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

Saruni Maina, Government Relations Lead for Binance Africa, Allan Kakai, Legal Chief at Steakhouse Financial and Director at the Kenya Virtual Assets Chamber of Commerce, and Larry Cooke, Legal Counsel at Binance Africa, when they addressed the press in Nairobi. [Courtesy] Kenya’s tax on digital assets has raised Sh10 billion in the past financial year, but industry leaders are warning the policy risks stifling innovation and investment.
Binance, Crypto Chamber back Kenya bill, urge balanced tax policy

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

Larry Cooke, legal counsel at Binance Africa when he addressed the press in Nairobi on June 11, 2025. [Courtesy] Global blockchain powerhouse Binance and Kenya’s Virtual Assets Chamber (VAC) have praised the country’s progress on cryptocurrency regulation, describing the recently introduced Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Bill as a major milestone in creating an inclusive and innovation-driven digital economy.
NITA to certify 420,000 Kenyans through the Recognition of Prior Learning initiative

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

NITA Acting Director General Ms Theresa Wasike in a previous event. [File Courtesy] The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) has set an ambitious target of assessing and certifying 420,000 Kenyans through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) initiative by the end of October this year.
Innovation takes centre stage as Kenya prepares for Africa Public Service Day 2025

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

CEO of the Kenya School of Government (KSG) Prof. Nura Mohamed, during the launch of an AI class at KSG. [Courtesy]Kenya is set to host the 2025 Africa Public Service Day (APSD) from 10 to 12 June 2025 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, with innovation and institutional resilience taking centre stage.
NACADA shuts Kajiado rehab in national crackdown

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

NACADA CEO Dr. Anthony Omerikwa (Centre) during the AYICRIP summit in Abuja, Nigeria. [Courtesy]The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has shut down Better Me Options Rehabilitation Center in Birikani, Kajiado East, for violating health and safety standards, in what marks the latest move in a nationwide crackdown on substandard rehabilitation facilities.
Stakeholders urged to adopt eco-packaging in East Africa

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

Stakeholders in East Africa’s packaging, printing, processing, and plastics industries during the 10th edition of the Propak East Africa Expo in Nairobi, on May 22, 2025. [Lillian Mutavi, Standard]Stakeholders in East Africa’s packaging, printing, processing, and plastics industries have been urged to strengthen collaboration, particularly in developing regional standards, to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Huawei, Equity launch ICT academy at Open University

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

Mr. Gavin Gao, CEO of Huawei Kenya; Prof. Elijah Omwenga, Vice Chancellor of the Open University of Kenya; and Dr. James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Group and Chancellor of the Open University of Kenya, during the announcement of a partnership to establish the university as an ICT Academy. Dr. Mwangi proposed a dual-certification program combining Huawei Certification with Open University credentials, aiming to reach 10,000 learners.
Shina foundation launches maternal and child health campaign in Kilifi

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

Shina Foundation Chairperson Mrs. Nazi Kivutha with the Kilifi Women Representative, Hon. Getrude Mbeyu during Okoa Mama na Mtoto Initiative briefing in Kilifi. [Courtesy/Standard]A major boost to maternal and child health efforts in Kilifi County is underway as the Shina Foundation, led by former Makueni First Lady Mrs.
Biosafety Authority lauds border agencies, pledges tighter GMO control

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

NBA board members and staff plant trees at the Busia border point during their visit. [Courtesy]The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has reaffirmed its commitment to regulating the entry of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their products through Kenya’s border points, citing enhanced collaboration with various government agencies as key to success.
State targets to cut 10 per cent carbon emissions along Northern Corridor

2 months ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Lillian Mutavi

The government, in collaboration with the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA), has launched a programme to enhance road safety and reduce carbon emissions along the Northern Corridor by 10 per cent by 2030. The programme implementation started Tuesday through a four-day eco-driving and innovative freight transport managers training.