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  NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 30... Suspension of Kenya Airways flights to Kinshasa comes as a result of countinued detention of KQ staff by Millitary intelligence unit in Kinshasa as the Kenya's National Carrier says its unable to support its flights without personel effectively. "We reached a difficult decision to suspend flights to Kinshasa effective 30th April 2024 until we can effectively support this flights" reads a statement by KQ. "The continued detention of our employees has made it difficult for us to supervise our operations in Kinshasa which include customer service, ground handling, cargo activities and generally ensuring safe, secure and efficient operations" the statement reads further. Kenya Airways adds that its cooperating with investigating Agencies and relevant government entities in both DRC and Kenya to ensure that the matter is resolved. "We ask the military court's direction that they be released to allow due process to be r

NAIROBI, Kenya , Apr 29... The government through the Ministry of Education has issued a statement extending opening dates for learners to resume their second term. This comes as the Ministry, corroborated with data from other relevant government agencies showed that a number of schools in various regions of the country have been adversely affected by the ongoing rains. Second term opening dates were scheduled on  April 29 2024 but have been pushed to May 6 2024. "The devastating efffects of the rain in some of the schools is so severe that it will be imprudent to risk lives of learners and staff before water-tight measures are put in place to ensure adequate safety of all affected school communities" reads a statement by Ministry of Education. "Based on this assessment Ministry of Education has resolved to postpone the reopening of all primary and secondary schools by one week to 6th Monday 2024". Weather man on his part adds that rain will countiue to

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 28... The two employees at KQ Airport office in Kinshasha were arrested by Detection Millitaire Activities Anti patrie (DEMIAP) Millitary intelligence. "During the arrest their phones were seized and al access to them has been denied" reads a statement by KQ. The reason for their arrest was alledged missing custom documentation on valuable cargo that was to be transported on a KQ flight on April 12 , the said cargo was not uplifted or accepted by KQ due to incomplete documentation. On April 24th 2024 KQ filed an application in the millitart court for tye two to be released unconditionally , the court heard the matter on April 25 and granted KQ request that two staff members be released in due process.

PHOTO: Tano Digital Solutions Group CEO and Chairman , Wallen Towanda Mangere speaking during the launch at Nairobi Serena Hotel. NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 25... The digital service provider Tano has been in the journey of rebranding across Africa aiming to foster relationships, experience that build on driving digital experience while safeguarding its clients investments. The launch brought together industry leaders, CEO's and experts to discuss pressing cybersecurity challenges and share strategies for success in an increasingly digitized world. "Today 98 percent of Kenyans use mobile money and 65 percent have access to internet, Tano digital entrance into the Kenyan market signifies a pivotal moment in our nations digital journey" reads the speech of Paul Okwiri, CEO Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA). "With their innovative solutions, Tano digital will spearhead enhancement of digital trust in Africa due to their Pan-African resources and their experie

PHOTO: During the awards ceremony at Safari park hotel, Nairobi. NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 24... The award ceremony held on 23rd April 2024 at Safari park hotel, Nairobi marked the successful campaign and achievements featuring recognition and rewards for outstanding contribution from schools and pupils. Since its inception in June 2023, Step up and Shine campaign has played a pivotal role in educating students and pupils empowering them with valuable knowledge and skills while dedicated to promoting cleanliness and shoe care across the country. "This impactful school program has not only reinforced KIWI's commitment to product excellence but also to social responsibility and community engagement" said Kiwi team from SC Johnson. St George's primary school in Ruiru, Kiambu county emerged position one getting fully kitted computer lab, Joel Omimo primary school from Kisumu county came 2nd getting a school facelift. Furthermore, Mtomondoni primary school in Kilifi

PHOTO: Containers at the Port of Mombasa  NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 23... The Ports Authority in a notice to its customers said its Undertaking a port clean up exercise to free the yard areas and to maximize use of all spaces to enhance safe and efficient operations. "Following an equipment survey exercise conducted in the port of Mombasa, it has been observed that there are privately Owned idle equipment, stalled vehicles,tools and long stay empty containers lying idle within port premises and in sick bays" reads the Customer notice. Owners have been urged to make arrangements for their evacuation from the port premises within 14 days from the date of the notice and required to make payment of all charges due to the Authority prior to their evacuation. "Failure to comply with the notice, The ports Authority will dispose off the equipment, long stay containers in accordance with the Kenya ports Authority Act to defray any charges due in their respect without any fu

PHOTO: During the launch of Electric vehicle (EV) Charging station at Stima Plaza, Nairob i. NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 22... The investment is set for the next three years to drive the uptake of electric vehicles in the country ,it also includes cost of setting up charging stations of various locations across the country and the purchase of electric vehicles and motorbikes to aid company operations. In addition the company has launched an electric vehicle (EV) charging station located at stima plaza which has been set up at a cost of kshs 6.5 million, the charging station comprises two charges a 50 kW ( 1 hour charging time) and a 22 kW AC ( 2 hour charging time) charger it is the second EV charging station owned by Kenya power after Ruaraka depot which hosts the company's transport section. "Alongside our need to charge our electric vehicles we intend to use our EV charging stations to collect data that will inform the next steps of our support to the growin