43 h. ago A8 expansion part of Usahihi Expressway plan, not a competing alternative: Everstrong

The firm explained that the Usahihi Expressway is designed as a corridor-wide infrastructure solution, combining a new expressway with targeted upgrades to the current A8 to improve safety, reduce travel time, and stimulate economic growth.

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51 h. ago 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month

President William Ruto has set a program to cover 190,000 young Kenyans through savings schemes and startup grants. Speaking on Tuesday, August 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations in Kakamega County, Ruto said the government will help these beneficiaries join the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to build financial discipline and secure their future. He explained that about 110,000 young entrepreneurs, roughly 70 from every ward in the country, will each receive Ksh50,000 in startup capital. The funding aims to boost youth-led businesses and drive economic growth from the grassroots up. “I am pleased to report that the first phase of 54,000 young people will receive The post 54,000 Young Kenyans to Receive Ksh50,000 Startup Grants Next Month appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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52 h. ago SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts?

The TikTok growth landscape in 2025 presents unprecedented challenges for content creators seeking to build meaningful audiences. With over 1.8 billion active users and millions of videos uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd requires strategic thinking beyond just creating great content. This reality has led many creators to explore whether SocialBoosting TikTok followers represent a worthwhile investment for accelerating account growth, or if the risks outweigh the potential benefits. The Economics of TikTok Growth Building a substantial TikTok following organically can take months or even years, depending on your niche, content quality, and posting consistency. For creators looking to The post SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts? appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist

Kenya’s gig economy experiencing explosive growth, but digital rights risks persist - BAKE  The Eastleigh Voice

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8 d. ago Football Meets Tourism in Kenya: A Strategic Move to Drive Economic Growth

Football Meets Tourism in Kenya: A Strategic Move to Drive Economic Growth  Travel And Tour World

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last month Kenya’s Debt Strategy Isn’t Enough, Warns World Bank Country Director

World Bank Kenya country director Qimiao Fan says the country needs to do better and act quickly to transform how it spends money from the government and be more financially disciplined if it is to raise resources for key development projects. While appearing for an interview with NTV on Tuesday, Qimiao Fan acknowledged that the country’s achievement in trimming its debt-to-GDP ratio from over 70% to about 67% towards the end of last year is praiseworthy. However, he cautioned that this will not in itself guarantee continued financial stability or accelerated economic growth. “Kenya has been able to reduce its The post Kenya’s Debt Strategy Isn’t Enough, Warns World Bank Country Director appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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