Wangari Njoroge

This is the second annual event since Desmond Tutu passed on in December 2021. In the pursuit of gender equality, women are voicing a clear demand for more connected networks and resources. Desmond Tutu Legacy Foundation is a South African organization established to uphold the legacy of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. In its thirteenth edition, the annual Desmond Tutu Legacy Foundation event...

Dubbed A Clean Energy Transition for all, the conference explored innovative solutions driving the clean energy transition. Ignorance and negative attitudes towards change, particularly prevalent in rural and slum areas, are identified as major challenges. The threat of counterfeit solar products to the transition journey to clean energy was also unveiled. Energy plays an important role in improving people’s quality of life, reducing dependency...

Every member of a chama can utilize the web-based platform. It accommodates diverse groups and collectives, irrespective of their financial aspirations, fulfilling Zimele’s goal of financial inclusion. The platform allows chama members to receive SMS alerts whenever they send contributions to their chama account. Zimele Asset Management has launched a new digital administrative and investment solution that will not only offer chamas attractive investment returns but will also give the...

The urgency of the matter has brought together representatives from over 170 nations in Nairobi for crucial negotiations to formulate concrete measures. Alarmingly, about two-thirds of plastic waste is discarded, causing significant harm to both the environment and the delicate balance of the food chain. The ultimate goal is to shape a comprehensive and effective response to the global challenge of...

Released ahead of the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, the report predicts a worrisome future, despite 151 national governments having pledged to achieve net-zero submissions. It recommends adopting reduction targets in fossil fuel production and ensuring an equitable transition to clean energy. Kenya is striving to ensure everyone has access to clean cooking by 2028, promoting fuels like...

The graduation theme was dubbed Igniting Minds and Revolutionizing Education Through AI. Evolving from humble beginnings, Zetech University officially emerged in 1999 when Mbiuki leased office space in Summit House, marking the establishment of Zetech College. The institution now has four campuses: Thika Road Campus Ruiru, Technology Park Mang’u Campus, Nairobi City Campus, and Zetech University Digital Campus (ODeL). The reason we...

Over 1,000 livestock and 221 acres of agricultural farmland have been lost as of November 5. According to OCHA, nearly 10,230 households have been affected since the beginning of the rainy season this year. WHO had previously strategically positioned critical medical resources in 14 high-risk counties in ASAL areas. In a climate event attributed to the El Nino phenomenon, Northern Kenya is...

A standout characteristic of forex trading lies in the unparalleled market size and liquidity, considering that it is the largest financial market in the world. Among the most actively traded currencies are the US Dollar, Euro, Japanese Yen, British Pound and Swiss Franc, all of which are recognized globally for their stability. In a report dubbed Forex 101 by Brian Muse,...

Curated By: Hazel Herrington & Karen McDermott (and Co-authors) Publisher: KMD Books, Australia Year of Publishing: 2022 Reviewer: Wangari Njoroge The global business world’s landscape is transforming, marking the decline of the traditional image of a white, middle-aged male as the predominant figure at the helm. In their stead, a fresh breed of leaders is emerging—individuals who recognize and appreciate the significance of diversity. According...

Breast cancer has the highest incidence among all cancers, with over 2.2 million cases reported globally and is the leading type of cancer in Kenya, with 6,799 new cases as of 2020. In Kenya, high prices of drugs used to treat this deadly disease, such as trastuzumab, is one reason breast cancer is seen as a “death sentence.”  Kenya is among...