Peter Wakaba

Senior Broadcast Journalist, BBC News at BBC

Economy Editor at The Standard (Kenya)

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How AI technology is aiding Mountain Bongo conservation in Kenya

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

Some of the mountain bongos that were repatriated from US in February at the Mountain Bongo and Rhino sanctuary in Meru County. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]Scientists at the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy are lauding the introduction of artificial intelligence-driven camera technology in their Mountain Bongo conservation, breeding, and rewilding program for significantly enhancing efficiency and success in re-establishing the critically endangered species in its natural habitat.
Startups bag Sh154m financing to boost education

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

Mastercard Foundation ICT lead Suraj Sha with iHub Kenya managing partner Nissi Madu during the first cohorts of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Programme in Nairobi on Friday. [Courtesy, iHub Kenya]Twelve Kenyan startups are set to receive up to $1.2 million (Sh154 million) as part of a programme to foster access to education technology.
Diaspora investment conference to focus on skills transfer, labour migration

Nov 26, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

This year’s edition of the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention will focus heavily on skills transfer and labour migration and the opportunities that this can generate for those living abroad and for Kenyans back at home.
Livestock insurance: The new growth frontier for insurers

Oct 7, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

When you think of insurance, images of shiny skyscrapers, towering buildings, and large superhighways filled with cars often come to mind. You may picture important-looking men and women in suits, bustling through the big cities. Traditionally, insurance has meant coverage against theft, car accidents, or fire damage to buildings. These were once the cornerstone of the industry, the bread and butter for insurance companies. But that era is fading.
Mbadi blames Controller of Budget for counties woes

Oct 3, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

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Boda boda financier rides on green wave to grow e-bikes ownership

Sep 17, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

More financing options have been credited with the surge in the ownership of motorcycle taxis, commonly known as boda boda. Players in the industry say operators are also embracing electric motorcycles, which are gaining popularity due to their cost-effectiveness compared to those that use fuel. According to non-bank finance company Watu Credit, 10 years ago, only 10 per cent of motorcycle riders owned the motorcycles they rode.
Boda boda financier rides on green wave to grow e-bikes ownership

Sep 17, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

More financing options have been credited with the surge in the ownership of motorcycle taxis, commonly known as boda boda. Players in the industry say operators are also embracing electric motorcycles, which are gaining popularity due to their cost-effectiveness compared to those that use fuel. According to non-bank finance company Watu Credit, 10 years ago, only 10 per cent of motorcycle riders owned the motorcycles they rode.
Why Shari Martin's songs stood out

Aug 10, 2024 | tnx.africa | Ben Ahenda |Boniface Mithika |Silas Nyamweya |Peter Wakaba

The late Kenyan gospel singer Shari Martin goes down in history as an artiste who switched careers with great success. Martin died at the Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi on August 2. He was ailing from pneumonia. He is best known for hits like 'Rafiki Pesa' and 'Wanadamu ni Waongo'. Martins joined was initially a chef, and worked at Amboseli Serena Lodge in Tana River County. While there, he worked alongside his cousin Stanley Komora who was also a musician.
The Manu Chandaria story: From success to significance

Aug 10, 2024 | tnx.africa | Peter Wakaba |Pkemoi Ng'enoh |Hudson Gumbihi |Sharon Wanga

Three words aptly describe Dr. Manu Chandaria, OBE, EBS—a man of many facets who resonates with people from all walks of life. These words are reminiscent of those used to describe Tony Stark, the billionaire industrialist and technical genius whose alter ego, Ironman, is famed for his flying suits and for entertaining millions in the Marvel movie universe. In the 2012 movie "The Avengers," Chris Rogers’ Captain America character confronts Tony Stark, asking, “Big man in a suit of armor.
White House rituals: Ruto's reception that included a picture at the Resolute Desk

Jun 2, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Peter Wakaba

BusinessI was standing on the White House lawn in the famed Rose Garden waiting to watch President William Ruto and his host US President Joe Biden walk along the corridor to the Oval Office. Even though Ruto was yet to arrive, we were all buzzing with anticipation as the iconic walk has been immortalised over the years by various US presidents and their guests. As journalists who had accompanied President Ruto on this visit, we were here to witness this ritual firsthand.