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Medical Tourism Generates Economic Benefits for Tanzania

In an effort to boost the health sector's contribution to the country's economy, the Tanzanian government is still putting strategic measures into place to encourage medical tourism in the country.During the 13th Parliament, Third Meeting, Fourth Sitting in Dodoma, Deputy Minister for Health Florence Samizi made this statement in response to a query from Special Seats Member of Parliament Catherine Canute Joachim.Dr. Samizi responded on behalf.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 5th May 2026

EV Growth & Technology: Kenya's Electric Revolution Accelerates

Kenya is emerging as a hotspot for green mobility. A drive through Nairobi today reveals a growing number of “green-plated” vehicles and quiet electric buses moving through traffic. Data from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) shows that EV power consumption in the country has jumped by an impressive 300% over the past year. This goes beyond a passing trend—it signals a major transformation in transportation. Local.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 4th May 2026

Smart Solar Streetlights to Transform Eldoret’s Urban Landscape

The Ksh 3.45 million Eldoret Energy Plant and solar-generated streetlights project has been approved by the National Treasury. The project intends to improve dependability, safety, and energy conservation in important public areas while switching Eldoret City's street lighting infrastructure to renewable energy. After a thorough regulatory process, the endeavour’s Capital Information Pack (PIP) was first approved in November 2025, enabling it.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 4th May 2026

FedEx and KAM Will Drive Kenya's Trade and Manufacturing Plans

The engagement occurs at a crucial moment for Kenya's industrial sector, as the nation aims to raise manufacturing's share of GDP from 7.3% (KNBS, 2025) to 20% by 2030. Industry executives emphasized the significance of improving the speed, dependability, and integration of transport solutions as global supply chains continue to change in tandem with changing logistics cost dynamics. Senior executives, legislators, and logistics specialists.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 1st May 2026

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Has Launched A 4 MW Solar Power Project In Kenya To Strengthen Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

A new 4-megawatt solar power facility in Kenya has been put into service by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), a division of The Coca-Cola Company, as part of its sustainability initiatives. The initiative is a significant step in the company's strategy to move its industrial processes toward renewable energy while lowering its carbon footprint and improving energy cost management. The solar system consists of panels installed in a number.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 1st May 2026

The Gersthofen-Kisumu Cooperation Completes a Water Project Worth Sh5 Million

A Sh5 million water project that will serve at least 800 homes in Chulaimbo was completed thanks to a collaboration between Gersthofen and Kisumu County. Kisumu Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO) will oversee the project, which was introduced on Wednesday by Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathew Owili and Gersthofen First Mayor Michael Wörle. It is anticipated to increase access to quality piped water in Kisumu West. A memorandum of.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 1st May 2026

Ministry of Minerals Charts Strategic Plan for Economic Growth in Dodoma Session

Senior experts and policymakers from the Ministry of Minerals have convened for a high-level consultative session to deliberate on a transformative strategic plan designed to maximize the mining sector’s contribution to the national economy. The meeting, held in the capital city, represents a proactive step toward ensuring that Tanzania’s vast mineral wealth translates into sustainable fiscal growth and tangible benefits for its.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 1st May 2026

Construction Starts on Kenya’s Sh1.2 Billion Affordable Housing Project

Construction has officially commenced on a Sh1.2 billion Affordable Housing Project in Kenya's Suneka town, Bonchari Constituency, Kisii County, following the handover of the site by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development (SDHUD) under Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme.During the handover ceremony, SDHUD Western Rift regional team leader Nyaigoti Mogeni announced that the development will deliver 500 housing units across.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 1st May 2026

India’s Power Grid Corp Launches Kenya Unit Ahead of Planned KSh 40bn Investment

The Power Grid Corporation of India, which is state-owned, has formally commenced the execution phase of its transmission project in Kenya after setting up a project company in Nairobi to facilitate the development of a KSh40.2 billion electricity corridor. The company has formed Mwanga Transmission Company Limited, a special purpose entity that was registered in Kenya on April 21, to execute the Kenya Independent Power Transmission.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 30th April 2026

Tanzania Unlocks Jobs and Income Through Tree Based Sustainable Growth

A growing shift towards wood development is reshaping how economies view forests in Tanzania, positioning them not just as natural resources but as drivers of sustainable growth. Across the country, tree based industries are gaining recognition for their potential to create jobs while preserving environmental balance. By promoting responsible forestry, agroforestry and wood-based production, Tanzania is opening new avenues for inclusive and.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 29th April 2026

Tanzania Collaborates with AXA Health International to Expedite its Global Expansion

AXA Health International, which runs the AXA worldwide Healthcare brand, has announced a new partnership with Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited and MIC Global Risks in Tanzania, expanding its worldwide reach and footprint throughout Africa. Businesses, expats and professionals who go abroad will be able to take use of AXA Global Healthcare's Global Executive Health Plan (GEHP) thanks to the partnership, which will improve access to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 7th April 2026

In Nairobi and Kwale, the Lea Salama Project was Started to Address Maternal and Infant Deaths

On April 2, 2026, the Lea Salama Maternal and neonatal Health (MNH) Project was introduced as a new maternal and neonatal health effort.In an effort to reduce Kenya's consistently high rates of maternal and newborn death, this is aimed at Nairobi and Kwale Counties. According to data from 2019, Kenya's maternal mortality ratio is currently 355 deaths per 100,000 live births, while the neonatal mortality rate is 21 per 1,000 live.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 7th April 2026

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