Kenya Governance Magazine

KCB Group Acquires Majority Stake in Riverbank Solutions  KCB Group PLC and Riverbank Solutions Limited have signed a binding agreement that will result in KCB acquiring 75% shareholding in the financial technology firm. This will help to strengthen KCB's distribution network within the country. It will be a win win situation both for the bank and it's customers. It will also strengthen the branch network in Rwanda and Uganda. Upon the completion of the transaction, Riverbank will become a subsidiary of KCB Group. The deal will also boosts the group's digital capability and indirectly lead to an increase in market share. The acquisition will see KCB tap into Riverbank’s capabilities in payment ecosystems. This will lead to KCB'S expansion into a new market trend.  Through Riverbank’s technology platform, ‘Zed 360’,KCB will provide it's SME and MSME new opportunities to innovate. That’s why we have made this strategic acquisition for the sake of increasing our servic...

Nairobi Hospital hosts Magical Kenya Medical Tourism Forum Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is a state corporation established under the Tourism Act 2011. It has the mandate to coordinate a National Tourism Marketing Strategy.  The forum was organized by Magical Kenya and Kenya Tourism Board. The various stakeholders were medical specialists, hospitality partners, Government and County representatives.  According to Ministry of Health, Kenya attracts around 5,000 medical tourists annually, mostly from neighbouring countries. According to Mr Samuel Odede, Director of Medical Services at Nairobi Hospital, Kenya has the potential to attract international patients beyond the limited coverage of neighbouring countries. Kenya Tourism Board outlined the strategy they have in place to enhance Kenya's visibility on the international stage. The forum was concluded by a summary of take-aways and the next steps to take. It includes marketing efforts to drive medical tourism in Kenya.

Communities impacted by TB and HIV voiced their concern over the discouraging outcome of the Kisumu petition E008 of 2023. This ruling undermines progress and discourages future efforts to seek justice through the courts. We had expected the Judiciary to stand with the people and not against them. The Kisumu petitioners demand a long term strategy for ARV provision. There is a public echo for that call that plans should be in place for future solutions. Victims deserve compensation caused by the above outcomes. This is something that needs to be addressed in order to avoid more pain to the wananchi. The fight against TB and HIV cannot be won without legal frameworks that protects the rights of those affected. The dispute has left thousands of patients without access to HIV and TB drugs. We demand urgent reforms which should focus on long term solutions to guide against such disasters. Healthcare of the common mwananchi should not be taken for granted since taxpayers are funding KEMSA. ...

March 22, 2024Today, World Vision Kenya(WVK) through the partnership with Inuka Angaza Fund hosted the less steps for water run at World Vision Karen office. Well-wishers were called upon to help tackle water scarcity in Salgaa, Nakuru County. The aim is to improve water access to 6 schools. This way the children can enjoy their education without being interrupted by the scarcity of clean water for sanitation. This will led to improved health as well. Generous contributions from Nakuru County, KenGen, contributions from World Vision Kenya staff, corporate partners and other well wishers has enabled the vision to remain strong and effective. Installing two 30,000-litre rainwater harvesting tanks to ensure a reliable water supply is one of the goals. We are therefore rallying colleagues, partners, famiies, children and supporters to tackle water scarcity in Salgaa,  Beyond schools, the Umoja Water Project, developed in partnership with the County Government is providing access to cle...

A  major land scandal has erupted as Wiper Party leaders accuse   Kenya Railways  of illegally grabbing land belonging to retired railway workers. The leaders, led by   Kalonzo Musyoka , are demanding the immediate return of  land  on Valley Road, Nairobi , which was vested in the   Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefit Scheme   in 2006. The retirees were originally allocated these properties as part of their pension benefits. However, the land has allegedly fallen into the hands of persons protected by government operatives.  According to Wiper leaders, this is not an isolated case, as over other estates, including Ngara, Makongeni, and Lower Hill Road, have been grabbed under questionable circumstances. The Kenya Railways Corporation Act of 2006 explicitly states that retirees should be settled on the land they occupied, yet this legal provision has been ignored. Kalonzo Musyoka has linked powerful government officials to the scandal, acc...

  Carrefour Kenya Launches Brand Festival’ with Discounts and Prizes Worth Over KES 10 Million The two-week event offers savings of up to 50% and a chance to win a car, home makeovers, and holiday trips. During the festival, customers purchasing items from participating brands will gain automatic entry into a prize draw, where they stand a chance to win home appliances, home makeovers and shopping vouchers. Kenya Carrefour has been steadily growing its operations in Kenya, increasing its store network and offering competitive pricing. The retailer has introduced multiple promotions and loyalty programs to attract more customers, with the Brand Festival now emerging as one of its most ambitious campaigns to date. For more details on participating brands and prizes, customers are encouraged to visit their nearest Carrefour store or check out the Carrefour app for updates. Shoppers can take advantage of the Brand Festival deals at all 28 Carrefour stores across Kenya or via the  ...

HEVA FUND PARTNERS WITH FOUR FINANCIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS AND TWO AGGREGATOR PLATFORMS TO BRIDGE CREATIVE INDUSTRY’S FINANCIAL GAP, BOLSTER SECTOR HEVA is Africa’s first innovative investments, knowledge solutions, and advisory group dedicated to the creative industries. Since 2013, HEVA has generated insights, rolled out investments, developed business support facilities, and innovated financial models specifically for the growth of the creative industries. HEVA has led creative programs in 14 African countries. The local creative and cultural industries sector has received a shot in the arm following the official launch of a first of its kind $5million investment by HEVA Fund, to provide tailored financial solutions to creatives. With over 11 years of experience in fueling Africa’s creative industries, HEVA has been a pioneer in developing innovative financial products and initiatives that cater to the unique needs of creative entrepreneurs and businesses. This latest investment buil...

  According to UN Women, this year's International Women's Day theme is “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.”  This is a call for action that can unlock equal rights, power, and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind. Central to this vision is empowering the next generation—youth, particularly young women and adolescent girls—as catalysts for lasting change. In view of this, we at ILRI are celebrating our female staff, and our suite of research that supports women. We will host a celebratory event on Friday 7 March at our Nairobi campus, followed by International Women's Day on 8 March. Celebrating women at ILRI  The ILRI gender research team aims to ensure better lives for all women, girls, men and boys, and a better planet through livestock. Research can focus on gender, equity, diversity, and inclusion in livestock systems to ensure that they are integrated into development. Other research focuses on empowerment, gen...

National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a statutory body established under an Act of Parliament: Housing Act cap.117of the Laws of Kenya.NHC mandates include the following: 1. Develop and manage affordable housing. 2. Implement government housing policies. 3. Collaborate with private and public sectors for housing projects. 4. Manage government housing assets. 5. Provide financing options for home buyers (though maybe not direct mortgages). 6. Slum upgrading and improvement. 7. Land acquisition and development. 8. Research and development in housing. 9. Promote sustainable and innovative housing solutions. 10. Facilitate home ownership through various schemes. National Housing Corporation on 5th March 2025 held a Public - Private Partnership Investor Conference. It brought together key stakeholders and potential investors to advance the affordable housing agenda. The conference focused on the development of 2,820 housing units under phase one of the Stoni Athi Waterfront City Project. Th...

Joint Statement by The Green Belt Movement and the Conservation Alliance of Kenya The first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize was Wangari Maathai from Kenya. She was awarded the prize in 2004 for her contributions to sustainable development, democracy, and peace. Maathai was the founder of the Green Belt Movement, which focused on environmental conservation and women's empowerment through tree planting. Her work helped promote ecological sustainability and social justice, making her a global symbol of grassroots activism. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf then became the 2nd African woman to win the noble peace prize.  Deforestation comes to mind, especially in places like the Congo Basin. Desertification in the Sahel is caused by overgrazing, deforestation, and climate change. Water scarcity in regions like the Horn of Africa, affecting countries like Somalia. Pollution in cities like Lagos or Nairobi with air and plastic pollution. Biodiversity hotspots like the Congo Basin and the ...