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Overview of Nairobi Central Business District ahead of the Africa Forward Summit. PHOTO/ Courtesy

In a public advisory issued on Friday by the Office of the Government Spokesperson, the government warned that the movement of high-profile delegates and dignitaries will affect transport along key roads within and around the capital city.

According to the notice dated May 8, major roads expected to experience intermittent interruptions include Mombasa Road, Lang’ata Road, Thika Road, Limuru Road, and Kiambu Road.

The government explained that the temporary disruptions are part of security measures aimed at ensuring the safe and smooth movement of visiting dignitaries attending the summit.

The Africa Forward Summit is expected to attract African leaders, investors, policymakers, business executives, and representatives from global institutions.
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Overview of Nairobi Central Business District ahead of the Africa Forward Summit. PHOTO/ Courtesy

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Technology leaders and innovators meeting in Nairobi under the WITIA Creative Show 2026 have called for greater investment in digital innovation and homegrown technology solutions to unlock opportunities for young people, creators and women across Africa.

The forum, hosted by Women in Technology and Innovation Africa (WITIA), brought together innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives and digital leaders to discuss the future of Africa’s digital economy and the growing role of women in shaping innovation.

Speaking during the event, WITIA founder and chairperson Eunice Pohlmann said the organisation was created to address the low representation of women in technology spaces and create opportunities for young innovators across the continent.

“We need more women in technology and innovation because the future is digital.

Technology leaders and innovators meeting in Nairobi under the WITIA Creative Show 2026 have called for greater investment in digital innovation and homegrown

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Ambassador Philip Thigo(Left)during the Africa Foward Pre-Summit in Nairobi on May 11, 2026
Technology developers and policymakers have been urged to place the rights, safety and lived realities of African children at the centre of digital innovation as internet use and artificial intelligence become increasingly integrated into children’s daily lives.

The call was made in Nairobi during the launch of the Watoto Framework at the Africa Forward Pre-Summit by Mtoto News, a child-centred digital safety framework developed with direct input from children themselves to guide technology companies, startups and governments in building safer and more inclusive digital products for young users across Africa.

Speaking at the launch, Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology Philip Thigo said Africa must ensure that innovation advances in a way that protects children while enabling them to benefit from emerging technologies.
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The call was made in Nairobi during the launch of the Watoto Framework at the Africa Forward Pre-Summit by Mtoto News, a child-centred digital safety

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The Government has pledged to strengthen the nursing profession through improved training, working conditions and career development as concerns grow over the increasing migration of Kenyan nurses abroad.

Speaking during the International Nurses Week 2026 celebrations at The Nairobi Hospital, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said nurses remain the backbone of Kenya’s healthcare system and are central to the country’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda.

“The Government of Kenya recognizes and greatly values the critical role nurses play in the delivery of Universal Health Coverage. Nurses are the backbone of our health system, providing frontline healthcare and strengthening communities across the country,” said Muthoni, who was the chief guest during the event.
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The Government has pledged to strengthen the nursing profession through improved training, working conditions and career development as concerns grow over the

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Adams Makau, a trainer from Computers for Schools Kenya, one of the DigiTruck partners facilitates a session during the Lamu DigiTruck program.

More than 140 youths graduated from the Huawei DigiTruck Programme in Lamu County, with inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and inclusion taking center stage during the ceremony held at the Mokowe Kenya Maritime Authority Command Centre.

Among the graduates was Rose Waithera, a young mother who joined the five-week digital skills training programme while expectant. Despite giving birth during the training period, she returned to complete the sessions and proudly received her certificate while carrying her newborn baby.

Rose described the programme as a life-changing opportunity that restored her hope and confidence for the future.

“Joining the Huawei DigiTruck programme gave me hope and confidence for my future.
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Adams Makau, a trainer from Computers for Schools Kenya, one of the DigiTruck partners facilitates a session during the Lamu DigiTruck program.

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Kenya Women Awards gala held at Southfield Mall in Nairobi on May 9, 2026. The awards celebrated Kenya’s Top 100 Most Impactful Women in Leadership across different sect

Women leaders, journalists, climate champions and gospel ministers were celebrated during the 2026 Independent Kenya Women Awards held at Southfield Mall in Nairobi on May 9.
The glamorous gala brought together women from different sectors across the country to honour excellence, leadership and community transformation. The awards recognised individuals making a difference in media, education, sustainability, entrepreneurship and social impact.

The event, popularly known as IKWA, celebrated the Top 100 Most Impactful Women in Leadership under a theme focused on empowering communities and transforming Kenya through women led initiatives. According to the organisers, the awards are a research based platform dedicated to recognising women whose work continues to shape society positively.

Kenya Women Awards gala held at Southfield Mall in Nairobi on May 9, 2026. The awards celebrated Kenya’s Top 100 Most Impactful Women in Leadership across

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Nairobi, 13th May, 2026 - Project Management Institute (PMI), Kenya Chapter, will convene public sector leaders, development partners, and project management professionals for the Government and Public Sector Industry Project Management Conference 2026, set to take place on 28th May 2026 in Nairobi.

Held under the theme “Delivering Kenya’s Development Agenda Through Project Management” and the tagline “From Policy to Impact,” the conference will focus on strengthening the link between national policy formulation and measurable development outcomes through structured project ex*****on.

Kenya continues to invest heavily in public sector projects, with government expenditure on development projects accounting for approximately 30–35% of the national budget in recent years. However, multiple reports indicate that up to 40% of public projects in developing economies face delays, cost overruns, or fail to achieve intended outcomes due to weak project management frameworks.

Nairobi, 13th May, 2026 - Project Management Institute (PMI), Kenya Chapter, will convene public sector leaders, development partners, and project management

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Head of the Safal Foundation Siprosa Rabach, Belgium Ambassador to Kenya Peter Maddens, MRM CEO Albert Sigei, Dr. Selly Kimosop from the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Kenya, and Caleb Owino, Group Head of Marketing and Product, during the launch of Safal Eye in the Wild 2026.
Nairobi, Kenya – 12th May 2026 – Mabati Rolling Mills Ltd (MRM) , through its foundation arm, the Safal MRM Foundation, has officially launched the 2026 edition of its prestigious Safal Eye in the Wild Photography Competition. What was once an annual award has now evolved into a flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) movement, repositioned to help you "Frame Your Future". A photography movement that leverages art for conservation while funding education in an inclusive, socially conscious way that engages and creates opportunities for the communities we call home.
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Head of the Safal Foundation Siprosa Rabach, Belgium Ambassador to Kenya Peter Maddens, MRM CEO Albert Sigei, Dr. Selly Kimosop from the Ministry of

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Kenya Airways has partnered with Trace as the Official Airline Partner for “Africa Forward — Le Concert,” a major cultural event of the Africa-France Summit set for May 12, 2026, at Kasarani Indoor Arena.

The concert is expected to showcase leading voices in African music and Afro-urban culture while bringing together French artists and audiences in a celebration of creativity, fashion, and cultural exchange. The event positions Nairobi as a global stage for African artistry and international collaboration.

Held under the patronage of William Samoei Ruto and Emmanuel Macron, the concert will feature celebrated artists including Yemi Alade, Fally Ipupa, Youssou N'Dour and Abigail Chams among others.
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Image Showing Earthbanc.
Kenya Forest Service has received more than three million tree seedlings from Earthbanc in support of the Government’s national tree growing and restoration programme under the Jaza Miti Initiative.

The donation is expected to strengthen Kenya’s target of planting 15 billion trees by 2032, restoring about 5.1 million hectares of degraded land and increasing the country’s tree cover to 30 per cent.

The seedlings, which include indigenous and climate-resilient tree species, have already been distributed to several counties including Uasin Gishu County, Elgeyo Marakwet County, Nandi County, Trans Nzoia County, Kericho County, Baringo County, Kiambu County and Makueni County.

KFS will oversee the planting exercise in partnership with county governments, community groups and other stakeholders, with a focus on long-term ecosystem restoration and environmental conservation.
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