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Kenya's cybersecurity skills gap persists despite training efforts
22+ hour, 49+ min ago (496+ words) A growing shortage of cybersecurity professionals with practical skills continues to hit the country despite more than 1, 000 young people graduating under the Cyber Shujaa Programme." A new industry report released during the seventh Cyber Shujaa graduation ceremony at United States…...
Prof David Mulwa's 'Clean Hands' returns to stage with focus on HIVAIDS, moral conflict
23+ hour, 51+ min ago (864+ words) Written by legendary playwright the late Prof David Mulwa, Clean Hands explores love, betrayal, culture, religion, and the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS. The production is staged at Ukumbi Mdogo, Kenya National Theatre on May 30. It is presented by Trail…...
EV Explorers completes rigorous testing session ahead of Rhino Charge 2026
1+ day, 2+ min ago (425+ words) Ahead of the highly anticipated Rhino Charge on 30 May 2026, the EV Explorers team conducted a comprehensive driver testing session to evaluate their upgraded electric off-road vehicle. The session was held in Dagoretti, within the Ngong Forest area. Having made history…...
Dangote Group sues Nigerian govt over continued oil imports despite production surplus
1+ day, 24+ min ago (363+ words) The Dangote Group has filed a lawsuit at Nigeria's High Court challenging the country's continued approval of imported fuel. The company, which operates Africa's largest refinery with a capacity of 650, 000 barrels per day, argues that it can fully meet Nigeria's…...
VIDEO: Woman who tattooed Ruto image, 'Tutam' burnt in Kasarani fire attack
1+ day, 42+ min ago (323+ words) A woman is in critical condition after being severely burned by unknown assailants in Kasarani, Nairobi. According to police reports, the attack occurred on Friday, May 15, along Obama Road in Mwiki. The incident comes just months after Wandeto, a gospel…...
Meshack Okeyo's 'Aftermath' exhibition explores the lessons hidden in human error
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (875+ words) Humour and retrospection are explored in Aftermath, a solo exhibition by Meshack Okeyo of 16 paintings, which opened on May 9 at Annex Gallery in the Kibera Arts District. Curated by Santana Sino, the exhibition runs until June 21 and examines the split-second…...
What writers can learn from outstanding Kenyan runners
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (247+ words) Permit me to begin by restating a conviction I hold deeply: Kenya runs the world. I am not boastful. This is the reality you encounter on tracks and global podiums. A few days ago, my conviction found renewed expression when…...
Somali national in court for using stolen ID in NTSA fraud plot
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (259+ words) A Somali national has found himself in trouble after being accused of stealing a national identity card and unlawfully using it to impersonate the owner and obtain registration with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). Hussein Abdirizak'Mohamed'was arraigned before…...
Open AI unveils Chat GPT banking feature that tracks spending, analyses user finances
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (313+ words) Open AI has introduced a new personal finance feature within Chat GPT that lets users securely link bank accounts, credit cards, and investment portfolios to the AI assistant, according to Tech Crunch. The system uses Plaid, which is a widely…...
EV Explorers completes rigorous testing session ahead of the upcoming Rhino Charge 2026
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (430+ words) Ahead of the highly anticipated Rhino Charge on 30 May 2026, the EV Explorers team conducted a comprehensive driver-testing session to evaluate their upgraded electric off-road vehicle the testing session was carried out in Dagoretti at part of the Ngong forest. Having…...