Kenya Daily Monitor

By John Toris  The Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Hon. Opiyo Wandayi, has issued a firm statement reassuring the public that the government will not back down in its fight against illegal Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) operations. PHOTO: Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi addressing members of the media today in Nairobi  Speaking to the media today, CS Wandayi emphasized that the crackdown on illicit LPG refilling and trade will be intensified until full compliance is achieved. This comes after the government launched a new set of regulations aimed at making LPG safer and more accessible to Kenyans. "The Cabinet in October 2023 approved the LPG National Growth Strategy meant to transition the populace from the use of biomass to the use of LPG which is cleaner," Wandayi stated. He explained that one of the main goals of this strategy is to stop illegal refilling, which poses a serious threat to public safety. The new rules, known as th...

MCA aspirant for Hamza Maringo Ward, Lucy Uside, joined the Ofafa Maringo community in celebrating the launch of a new church van yesterday, describing the milestone as a sign of unity, faith and commitment to community development. The colourful event brought together church members, leaders, residents and well-wishers who gathered to witness the unveiling of the new vehicle, which is expected to support the church in its ministry, outreach programmes and community activities. Uside congratulated the church leadership and members for coming together to make the dream of acquiring the van a reality. She noted that such initiatives demonstrate what can be achieved when a community works together towards a common goal. She also praised the members for their dedication and urged them to continue supporting projects that have a positive impact on families and the wider Ofafa Maringo community. The celebration provided an opportunity for residents to interact, share ideas and ap...

By Ann Njoki The fourth edition of the Africa Food Show officially opened today at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), bringing together over 200 exhibitors from more than 30 countries in a major push to transform the continent's agri-food sector, with the three-day event expected to attract over 6,000 visitors and facilitate more than 500 B2B meetings.  Ashenafi Mulugeta President,Addis Ababa Hotel and Tourism Professionals Association. A key highlight was the high-level knowledge conference themed "Transforming Agrifood Systems for Healthy Diets: From Seed to Plate," which convened policymakers, private sector leaders, and development partners to tackle interconnected challenges of productivity, food safety, and rising diet-related diseases, with Dr. Tristan Evans of the International Trade Council noting that Africa's food sector presents significant opportunities for international trade and investment. Dr. Chandrajith of Cotecna delive...

Nairobi, Kenya — Hamza Maringo MCA aspirant Hon. Lucy Uside has called on residents to embrace unity, generosity and community development during a fundraising event held at Ofafa Maringo PAG Church. Uside, who addressed congregants during the fundraiser, commended the church leadership and members for coming together to support the initiative, saying such events demonstrate the importance of collective responsibility in strengthening communities. She urged residents to continue supporting churches and community-based initiatives, noting that religious institutions play an important role in providing spiritual guidance, supporting families and promoting social welfare. “As a leader and a member of this community, I believe leadership is about serving, listening to the people and standing with them when they need support,” Uside said. The MCA aspirant also highlighted the need for greater opportunities for young people and women in Hamza Maringo Ward. She said her vision for...

Save a Life Community Organisation has been widely recognised for its outstanding commitment to transforming lives across all 47 counties in Kenya. Guided by the principle of serving humanity without discrimination, the organisation reaches out to people of all tribes, races, and religions under its inspiring message: "Let's Unite for Humanity." In recognition of its remarkable contribution to society, the organisation received the Community Impact and Humanitarian Excellence Award at the Tops Excellence and Leadership Awards. The award was received by the organisation's Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Joseph Murimi, who expressed his sincere appreciation to everyone who has supported the organisation's mission. "This award is a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated team, volunteers, partners, donors, and every supporter who believes in our vision. Thank you for standing with us as we continue to transform lives and bring h...

BY Staff Reporter  A formal complaint has been lodged with the appropriate United States immigration authorities seeking an official investigation into alleged irregularities surrounding an E-1/E-2 treaty trader and treaty investor visa application involving Mr. Sardar Haider Ali Khan Abbasi and Ms. Uzma Khalid.  The complaint, submitted through legal counsel, calls on the relevant agencies to review documentation submitted in support of the visa application and determine whether any violations of U.S. immigration laws may have occurred. According to the complaint, the applicants are alleged to have misrepresented key aspects of their visa application, including the source of investment funds and the ownership or control of business assets associated with East West Imports Inc. The complaint argues that these representations were material to the visa application and requests that immigration authorities carefully examine the supporting documents and any related evi...