The Somali Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has launched the implementation of its Strategic Plan 2025–2029 by enhancing its policy advocacy capacity, a critical function for influencing the national business environment. This initiative, supported by the ILO, marks a key step in bringing the Chamber’s strategic objectives to life and ensuring that Somali employers… [Read More]
Kenya
Trump Administration’s Proposal to Reframe Global Asylum System Raises Safety Concerns
The Trump administration has proposed a “reframing” of the global asylum system, based on five principles: that nations have the right to control their borders, there is no inherent right to immigrate or receive asylum in a country of choice, refugee status is temporary, sovereign states determine whether conditions in a country of origin allow… [Read More]
Kenya: Invitation to Tender for Lift Maintenance Services at the British High Commission
The British High Commission (BHC) in Nairobi, on behalf of the Secretary of State for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has announced a call for bids for the provision of lift maintenance services at its offices in Nairobi. The Commission is seeking a supplier with proven professional expertise, technical resources, experience, and financial… [Read More]
Kenya Invites Bids for Catering Services Provision
The British High Commission (BHC) in Nairobi, on behalf of the Secretary of State for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), is seeking professional catering services for the British High Commissioner’s residence. The commission is looking for a supplier with the relevant expertise, technical capacity, experience, and financial stability to deliver comprehensive catering services…. [Read More]
Kenya’s President Ruto Calls for Permanent African Seat on UN Security Council, Voices Support for Haiti
Kenya’s President William Ruto called for reforms to the United Nations Security Council, demanding at least two permanent African seats with full voting rights, including the power to veto, as well as two additional non-permanent seats. Speaking at the UN’s annual high-level debate, Ruto emphasized that Africa contributes significantly to the Security Council’s agenda, provides… [Read More]
AHF Applauds African Leadership in Advancing Public Health Systems
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has praised the Government of Zambia for raising its health budget allocation from 7% in 2021 to 12% today, reflecting a stronger political commitment to build resilient health systems and ensure sustainability. AHF also commended the broader efforts of African leaders and regional institutions for taking bold action on critical… [Read More]
Start-up Funding in East Africa: Insights on ‘Follow the Money’ and the African ‘Valley of Death’
The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has launched a call for proposals, inviting applications by 3 October 2025 to conduct a comprehensive study on start-up funding in East Africa, with a particular focus on Kenya and Tanzania. Commissioned through the UK Kenya Tech Hub, the East Africa Research and Innovation Hub, and the… [Read More]
Urban October 2025: Promoting Sustainable Cities and Communities
Urban October 2025 is a global initiative that highlights the central role of cities in addressing today’s crises and shaping tomorrow’s solutions. The month-long observance brings together stakeholders to explore innovative approaches to urban challenges, focusing on building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable cities. Urban October begins with World Habitat Day on 6 October and concludes… [Read More]
Kenya’s Ambitious Climate Pledge: Bold Vision or Unrealistic Goal?
Kenya has released its latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0, setting ambitious targets to cut emissions by 35% and transition to a resilient, green economy by 2035. While the plan positions Kenya as a climate leader, contributing only 0.16% of global greenhouse gas emissions, experts caution that ambition alone does not ensure justice for the… [Read More]
CARICOM Statement on Draft UN Security Council Resolution to Boost Security Support in Haiti
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has expressed keen interest in the draft United Nations Security Council resolution tabled by the United States and Panama, which proposes further security assistance for Haiti as requested by the Haitian government and recommended by the U.N. Secretary-General. This resolution comes at a critical time as Haiti continues to face escalating… [Read More]
African Leaders Advocate for Increased Climate Investment at Ethiopia Summit
African leaders convened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the second Africa Climate Summit, calling for a shift from traditional climate aid to climate investment. The summit emphasized that Africa should be seen not as a victim of climate change, but as a continent with significant investment potential. With a population exceeding one billion, African nations… [Read More]
Africa Faces Shortage of Essential ‘Wonder’ Food Amid Global Aid Cuts
Global nutrition funding shortfalls are threatening the lives of millions of children in Africa, with treatment expected to be cut for 15.6 million people across 18 countries in 2025, including over 2.3 million severely malnourished children. If urgent funding gaps are not addressed, countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan are at risk… [Read More]
Kenya Launches Historic Joint Strategy for Disability Rights and Inclusion
The Government of Kenya, in collaboration with 71 organizations from civil society, the private sector, development partners, and the United Nations, has launched the Joint Disability Inclusion Strategy (2025–2027). This landmark framework is aimed at accelerating the rights, empowerment, and inclusion of persons with disabilities across the country. Grounded in the Persons with Disabilities Act… [Read More]
Africa Scales Up Early Warning Systems at ClimDev-Africa Planning Workshop
Africa’s leading development institutions have renewed their commitment to building an African-led, continent-wide early warning system during the ClimDev-Africa Phase II Planning Workshop held in Nairobi. Co-organized by the African Union Commission, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and the African Development Bank, the gathering brought together policymakers, scientists, and stakeholders to shape the… [Read More]
Breeding Networks Driving Better Crop Varieties in East Africa
Collaboration networks are essential to advancing agricultural research, especially in crop breeding, where partnerships between researchers, private companies, and public institutions generate innovation. At the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), this collaborative approach is strengthened through partnerships with CGIAR and national institutes across East Africa. By pooling resources, expertise, and market knowledge, these… [Read More]
African AI Startups Raise Over $40 Million in 2025, Eye $16.5 Billion Market
Africa’s AI sector, though currently holding just 2.5 percent of the global market, is attracting increasing investor interest. Valued at $4.51 billion in 2025, the industry is projected to reach $16.53 billion within five years. Following a funding slowdown in 2023 and 2024, tech startup investment across Africa is rebounding, with the first half of… [Read More]
Kenyan Youth Drive Community Change Through Digital Innovation
Across Kenya, young innovators are turning local challenges into opportunities through digital solutions. From the bustling tech hubs in Nairobi to the Digital Innovation Hubs (DIHs) in rural areas, youth engaged through DigiKen’s network are proving that transformation can begin with bold ideas, digital tools, and community-driven action rather than massive infrastructure or outside intervention…. [Read More]
Bettervest & CEI Africa Partner to Boost Off-Grid Clean Energy in Sub-Saharan Africa
German impact crowdinvesting platform bettervest and CEI Africa, a foundation funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through KfW, have signed a Framework Agreement to expand their collaboration on improving energy access in Sub-Saharan Africa. bettervest is the first German crowdlending platform to receive CEI Africa funding, underlining its role… [Read More]
Kenya Clean Energy Startups Secure 83% of Africa’s $550M July 2025 Investment
In July 2025, Kenya emerged as the dominant force in Africa’s clean energy startup ecosystem, securing 83% of the continent’s $550 million startup funding. The major contributors to this success were Sun King and d.light. Sun King closed a landmark $156 million securitisation deal, while d.light expanded its receivables financing by $300 million. Structured by… [Read More]
Strengthening Nature-Based Solutions Through Capacity Building for Climate Resilience
NETFUND, in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is hosting Kenya’s first training on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) under the National Projects Coordination (NPC) mechanism. Scheduled for August 4–8, 2025, the training will be held in Nanyuki, Laikipia County. This five-day programme aims to equip implementing… [Read More]
Africa Gears Up for Climate Action at ClimDev-Africa Phase II Planning Workshop
The ClimDev-Africa Phase II Planning Workshop is being jointly organized by the African Union Commission, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the African Development Bank from 30 July to 1 August 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. The event brings together technical experts, regional stakeholders, and core institutional partners to advance Africa’s climate resilience… [Read More]
JRS Builds Indigenous Partnerships to Boost Community Support in Kenya and D.R. Congo
Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) has initiated two new grants—EarthAcre and Wild Earth Allies—to support biodiversity informatics and conservation through Indigenous partnerships in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These projects aim to enhance biodiversity data collection and research skills by integrating Indigenous ecological knowledge and practices into formal conservation efforts. In Kenya, EarthAcre… [Read More]
Inclusive Job Access in Kenya Boosted by ILO-Backed Online Employment Platform
Kenya has undertaken a significant modernization of the National Employment Authority Integrated Management System (NEAIMS), transforming it into an inclusive and accessible online portal for public employment services (PES). This overhaul aims to create a more efficient, user-friendly platform that meets the needs of all jobseekers, including vulnerable groups. Supported by the International Labour Organization… [Read More]
