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How to Apply for Jobs on the National Employment Authority (NEAIMS) Kenya Portal

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How to Apply for Jobs on the National Employment Authority (NEAIMS) Kenya Portal

Job seekers in Kenya can use the National Employment Authority (NEAIMS) online portal to register their profiles, search for employment opportunities and apply for advertised vacancies in Kenya and abroad.

The government agency provides employment services designed to connect job seekers with employers and facilitate access to available job opportunities. Through the National Employment Authority Integrated Management System (NEAIMS), applicants can create accounts, submit their professional qualifications and apply for suitable positions.

For graduates, experienced professionals, technical workers and Kenyans seeking employment opportunities abroad, understanding how to use the NEAIMS portal can help simplify the job application process.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to register and apply for jobs through the National Employment Authority in Kenya.

1. Visit the Official National Employment Authority Portal

The first step is to access the official National Employment Authority Integrated Management System.

Applicants can visit the portal through the following link:

NEAIMS Portal: https://www.neaims.go.ke/

The portal provides access to employment services, including local job advertisements, international job opportunities, employer listings and information about recruitment agencies.

Job seekers should use the official government portal to avoid fraudulent recruitment websites and misleading job advertisements.

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2. Register as a Job Seeker on NEAIMS

Applicants who do not already have an account must register before applying for jobs through the portal.

To create an account:

  • Visit the NEAIMS website.
  • Select the option for job seekers or interns to create an account.
  • Enter your nationality and National ID or other identification details requested by the system.
  • Provide your full name, email address and mobile phone number.
  • Indicate whether you are currently employed, as requested on the registration form.
  • Select your nearest National Employment Authority office.
  • Create a password and confirm your acceptance of the portal’s terms and conditions.
  • Submit your registration details.

Applicants can access the job seeker registration page directly through:

https://www.neaims.go.ke/CreateAccountJobseeker.aspx

Ensure that the information provided matches your official identification documents and academic records. Incorrect or inconsistent information can delay verification or affect your application.

3. Log In to Your NEAIMS Account

After registering, return to the NEAIMS portal and sign in using your registered login credentials.

The portal’s earlier registration instructions identify the National ID number as the username for job seekers. Follow the login instructions displayed on the current portal interface.

If you cannot access your account, use the available password recovery option or contact the National Employment Authority for assistance.

Applicants should keep their login credentials secure and avoid sharing their passwords with recruiters or third parties.

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4. Complete Your Job Seeker Profile

After logging in, complete your professional profile as comprehensively as possible.

The information provided helps the authority assess your qualifications and determine your suitability for advertised positions.

Your profile should accurately capture your academic qualifications, professional training, work experience and other relevant information requested by the portal.

Prepare the following documents and details where applicable:

  • Updated curriculum vitae (CV).
  • National identification details.
  • Academic certificates and transcripts.
  • Professional certificates and licences.
  • Evidence of relevant work experience.
  • Professional references and testimonials.
  • Contact information, including an active email address and telephone number.

The NEAIMS portal indicates that qualification details may be forwarded to the relevant examining bodies for validation before approval and submission to employers for consideration.

Applicants should therefore ensure that their qualifications are genuine, accurate and properly documented.

5. Search for Available Jobs on the NEAIMS Portal

Once your profile is complete, explore the available job advertisements.

The portal provides access to different categories of employment opportunities, including jobs advertised in Kenya and opportunities abroad.

Visit the official portal at https://www.neaims.go.ke/ and look for the relevant job listings.

When reviewing an advertisement, pay close attention to the following details:

  • Job title and employer.
  • Number of available vacancies.
  • Required academic and professional qualifications.
  • Relevant work experience.
  • Job location.
  • Application procedure.
  • Application deadline.
  • Any additional eligibility requirements.
  • Do not apply indiscriminately to every vacancy. Focus on positions that match your qualifications, experience and career objectives.

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6. Apply for a Suitable Vacancy

After identifying a suitable opportunity, read the full job advertisement and confirm that you meet the stated requirements.

Follow the application instructions provided for that particular vacancy. Depending on the recruitment process, you may be required to submit your application through the NEAIMS portal and provide additional information or documents.

A typical application process involves:

  • Opening the relevant job advertisement.
  • Reviewing the eligibility criteria and job requirements.
  • Selecting the application option provided on the portal.
  • Confirming that your profile and supporting information are complete.
  • Uploading or submitting any documents requested.
  • Submitting the application before the closing date.

Where the advertisement provides additional instructions, follow them carefully. Some vacancies may require specific documents, qualifications or a separate recruitment procedure.

After submitting your application, retain any confirmation details provided by the system.

7. Monitor Your Job Application Status

Submitting an application does not automatically guarantee an interview or employment.

Applicants should regularly check their NEAIMS accounts and email addresses for updates concerning their applications.

The National Employment Authority’s published application guidance advises job seekers to monitor their application status and wait for the shortlisting process.

Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted, depending on the terms of the particular recruitment exercise.

If you are shortlisted, you may be asked to provide additional documents, attend an interview or undergo further verification.

Keep your telephone number and email address active so that you do not miss important communication from a prospective employer.

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8. How to Apply for Jobs Abroad Through NEAIMS

The National Employment Authority portal also provides access to international employment opportunities.

Kenyans interested in working abroad should visit the official NEAIMS website and look for international job listings or the relevant overseas recruitment programmes.

Before applying, confirm the eligibility requirements, country of employment, contract terms, required professional qualifications and any applicable immigration or licensing conditions.

Applicants should also verify the recruitment agency involved in the process. The NEAIMS platform provides services for checking registered employment agencies and reporting suspected fraudulent recruitment agencies.

Never assume that every overseas job advertisement is genuine simply because it appears on a website or is shared on social media. Confirm the vacancy and recruitment arrangements through official channels before making any commitments.

9. Can You Register With the National Employment Authority in Person?

Yes. The government’s Kenya Labour Market Information System also describes an in-person job seeker registration and placement process through County Employment Bureaus.

Under this process, applicants present identification documents, academic and training certificates, and other relevant testimonials for verification. Employment officers record the job seeker’s details and may facilitate connections with employers where vacancies are available.

Job seekers who need assistance with registration or who experience difficulties using the online portal can contact the National Employment Authority or inquire about services at their nearest employment office.

Applicants should confirm the current registration procedure and any applicable requirements before visiting an office.

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10. Tips for Improving Your Chances of Getting a Job

Registering on NEAIMS is an important first step, but applicants must also prepare competitive and accurate applications.

Consider the following recommendations:

Keep your CV updated.

Clearly present your education, professional qualifications, work experience, achievements and relevant skills.

Apply before the deadline.

Do not wait until the final day to submit an application, particularly when supporting documents are required.

Meet the stated qualifications.

Carefully compare your credentials with the requirements in the job advertisement.

Ensure your documents are accurate.

Inconsistencies in names, dates, qualifications or employment history can complicate verification.

Use an active email address and phone number.

Employers need reliable ways to contact shortlisted candidates.

Continue applying elsewhere.

Use NEAIMS alongside other legitimate recruitment channels, including employer career pages and official public service recruitment portals.

Prepare for interviews.

Research the employer, understand the role and be ready to explain how your qualifications and experience meet the organisation’s needs.

Avoid recruitment scams.

Verify employers and agencies before sharing sensitive information or making payments. Be particularly cautious of anyone promising guaranteed employment in exchange for money.

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Official National Employment Authority Contacts

Applicants who need assistance can contact the National Employment Authority through the details published on its official portal.

  • Website: https://www.neaims.go.ke/
  • Email: [email protected]
  • NEAIMS support email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: +254 (020) 8610000
  • Toll-free number: +254 (020) 800222223
  • Physical address: National Employment Building, off Mwiki Road, Kasarani, Nairobi.

Contact details and portal procedures may change. Confirm the latest information on the official website before relying on it.

Conclusion

The National Employment Authority provides Kenyan job seekers with an official channel to register their professional profiles, explore employment opportunities and apply for suitable vacancies through the NEAIMS portal.

The process begins with creating an account, completing your profile, identifying relevant job advertisements and submitting applications according to the stated requirements.

For job seekers, the most effective approach is to maintain accurate professional records, apply strategically, monitor application updates and verify recruitment opportunities before committing money or personal information.

Start your job search by visiting the official National Employment Authority portal: https://www.neaims.go.ke/

Who was Eva Ngigi? Equity Bank executive dies while on business trip to China

Jane Muia
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Who was Eva Ngigi? Equity Bank executive dies while on business trip to China

Eva Ngigi Sarwari, Equity Group’s director of payments and international banking, has died at the age of 45 while on a business trip to China.

Colleagues confirmed her death on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The cause of death had not been disclosed by the time of publication.

Sarwari joined Equity Group in January 2025 as group director for payments and international banking.

In April 2026, she was appointed managing director of Finserve Africa, the group’s digital financial services subsidiary, placing her at the centre of its digital banking and financial technology operations.

Career in banking and financial technology

Before joining Equity Group, Sarwari served as Visa’s senior director and country manager for Kenya, South Sudan and Somalia, a position she held from September 2020 to December 2024.

At Visa, she oversaw the company’s operations across the three markets, drawing on her experience in banking, transaction services and financial technology.

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Sarwari began her professional career in 2005 at Co-operative Bank, where she worked in customer relationships and electronic banking. She later moved to Stanbic Bank before joining Standard Chartered Kenya in 2012.

At Standard Chartered, she rose to become head of transaction banking for the commercial banking division, overseeing an area of financial services that supports business payments and other banking transactions.

In 2020, she moved to SC Ventures before joining Visa later that year, continuing her progression through senior roles in banking and financial technology.

Her appointment to Equity Group in January 2025 placed her in charge of payments and international banking, two areas that have become increasingly significant as financial institutions expand digital transactions and cross-border financial services.

In April 2026, she took on the additional leadership role of managing director at Finserve Africa, extending her responsibilities within Equity Group’s digital financial services business.

Academic background

Alongside her professional career, Sarwari pursued further education and executive training in strategic management, digital business and financial technology.

She attended the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School, where she completed the Oxford Strategic Management Executive Programme between August 2022 and April 2023.

She had earlier completed the Oxford Fintech Program in 2019, strengthening her knowledge of financial technology and its role in the changing banking industry.

Between 2019 and 2020, she also completed a postgraduate diploma in digital business through Emeritus.

Sarwari earned a Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi, where she studied between 2008 and 2010.

She also held a Bachelor of Business Management in Marketing Management from Moi University, where she completed her undergraduate studies between 2000 and 2004.

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Kenya CEOs Survey: Businesses Expect Growth in Fourth Quarter of 2026 Despite Rising Costs

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Kenya CEOs Survey: Businesses Expect Growth in Fourth Quarter of 2026 Despite Rising Costs

Kenyan businesses are cautiously optimistic about growth in the final quarter of 2026, with companies expecting higher demand, increased sales and improved production despite rising operating costs and pressure on household purchasing power.

The outlook is contained in the September 2026 Chief Executive Officers’ (CEOs) Survey released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), which assessed private-sector business conditions, growth expectations, access to financing and the risks facing companies over the next 12 months.

The survey, conducted between September 7 and 18, 2026, found that business activity improved modestly in the third quarter compared with the second quarter. Respondents anticipate stronger performance in the fourth quarter, supported by festive-season spending, hotel bookings, social events and increased agricultural output.

However, higher fuel, transport, shipping and other input costs remain a significant concern for businesses, while subdued consumer purchasing power and difficulties accessing credit continue to constrain expansion.

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The September survey indicates that business confidence improved compared with the previous assessment conducted in July 2026.

Chief executives expressed greater optimism about the growth prospects of their companies and the Kenyan economy over the next 12 months. Resilient domestic demand, increased customer orders, seasonal spending, lower borrowing costs, improved liquidity and a stable exchange rate were identified as factors supporting the outlook.

Expected foreign investment and greater adoption of technology were also cited as potential drivers of economic activity.

Nevertheless, the survey identified several downside risks, including elevated fuel and transport costs, adverse weather conditions, geopolitical tensions, pressure on household incomes and weaker external demand.

More respondents expected global economic growth to remain stable rather than improve, reflecting continuing uncertainty over international conflicts, trade disruptions, energy supplies and inflationary pressures.

Businesses Anticipate Stronger Performance in Fourth Quarter

The fourth quarter is expected to bring improved business activity, particularly in sectors that benefit from seasonal spending and increased consumer demand.

According to the CBK survey, 55.9% of respondents expect demand and orders to increase in the fourth quarter of 2026 compared with the third quarter. Another 29.7% anticipate no change, while 14.5% expect a decline.

Production is also expected to improve, with 49.6% of firms anticipating an increase. Meanwhile, 55.2% expect sales to rise during the quarter.

The festive season, higher hotel bookings, social events and increased agricultural output are among the factors expected to support this growth.

However, businesses anticipate continued pressure on input costs. Nearly 48% of respondents expect purchase prices to increase, while 62% expect selling prices to remain unchanged.

This suggests that many companies may struggle to pass higher operating costs on to customers without weakening demand or losing competitiveness.

Employment prospects remain subdued. Only 12.2% of respondents expect an increase in full-time employees during the fourth quarter, while 74.8% anticipate employment levels remaining unchanged.

The figures suggest that businesses expect higher activity but are likely to remain cautious about increasing their payrolls.

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Rising Operating Costs Remain a Major Challenge

Despite the improved outlook, the high cost of doing business remains one of the leading constraints facing Kenyan firms.

The survey identified elevated energy prices, fuel and transport expenses, import costs and other production inputs as significant pressures on business operations.

During the third quarter, purchase prices increased across agriculture, manufacturing and services. However, selling prices remained largely unchanged for many businesses, reflecting weak demand and competitive pressures.

This creates a difficult operating environment, particularly for companies that have limited room to increase prices without affecting sales volumes.

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), rising costs can reduce profit margins, restrict working capital and delay investment in equipment, staffing and expansion.

The CBK survey also identified reduced consumer purchasing power as a constraint, indicating that businesses must balance the need to recover rising costs against the financial capacity of their customers.

Access to Credit Remains a Constraint for Businesses

Access to financing remains another important issue for Kenyan enterprises, even as lending rates have declined for many borrowers.

The survey found that 43.1% of respondents rated access to bank credit as moderate. A further 30.2% described access as easy or very easy, while 26.7% considered it difficult or very difficult.

Additionally, 37.7% of respondents reported that interest rates on bank loans had declined by between one and two percentage points since August 2024.

Despite these improvements, businesses continued to report challenges involving collateral requirements, lengthy loan approval processes, documentation demands and cautious lending practices.

These barriers are particularly significant for smaller enterprises, which may lack sufficient assets to secure commercial loans or maintain the cash flow required to service additional debt.

The survey found that businesses relied heavily on internally generated funds, retained profits and revenue from domestic and export sales to finance operations.

In September 2026, own resources accounted for 53% of reported financing sources, while bank loans accounted for 28%. Private equity contributed 7%, new share issues and initial public offerings accounted for 2%, and other sources made up the remaining 10%.

The findings underline the importance of strengthening access to affordable finance for firms seeking to invest, expand production and respond to higher demand.

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Technology Adoption Emerges as a Key Growth Driver

Digital transformation and automation are becoming increasingly important to business growth in Kenya.

The survey found that 76% of respondents had adopted technology, automation or digitisation to support their business processes. Applications included inventory management, enterprise resource planning, e-commerce platforms, point-of-sale systems, online booking platforms, electronic tax registers and artificial intelligence tools.

Technology adoption was identified as the leading driver of firm expansion, accounting for 17% of the responses on growth drivers.

Customer-centric strategies followed at 16%, while improved operational efficiency accounted for 13%. Strengthening product portfolios and introducing new products contributed 10%, while increased marketing and improved branding accounted for 8%.

However, firms cited the cost of implementing and maintaining technology, shortages of digital skills, poor internet connectivity, power outages and cybersecurity concerns as barriers to wider adoption.

The findings indicate that businesses increasingly view technology as an operational necessity, but affordability and implementation capacity remain important considerations.

Cost Management and Efficiency Top Long-Term Priorities

Looking ahead over the next three years, Kenyan businesses are prioritising operational efficiency, cost optimisation, diversification and sustainable growth.

Improved efficiency ranked first, cited by 27% of respondents. Cost optimisation followed at 20%, diversification at 19%, and sustainable business growth at 18%.

Digital transformation and investment in talent and skills development each accounted for 5% of responses.

These priorities reflect the need for companies to strengthen productivity, protect margins and diversify revenue sources amid an uncertain operating environment.

The survey also found that firms were planning to respond to business constraints through cost and risk management, digital innovation, increased sales and marketing, and expansion into new markets.

Managing costs and risks was the most frequently cited mitigation strategy at 28%, followed by digitisation and innovation at 18%, and increased sales and marketing at 17%.

For business leaders, the findings reinforce the importance of disciplined financial management, customer retention, operational productivity and investment decisions tied to measurable returns.

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Geopolitical Tensions and Energy Prices Threaten Growth

External risks continue to shape business expectations.

The survey identified geopolitical tensions, energy prices and macroeconomic volatility among the leading external threats to firms’ growth over the next 12 months.

Developments in the Middle East remained a major concern because of their potential effects on fuel prices, freight costs and supply chains. Trade tariffs and international conflicts could also raise import costs and create uncertainty for firms that depend on imported raw materials or export markets.

Climate change, global inflation, cyber risks and the possibility of a global recession were additional concerns.

TVETA appoints Paul Machocho Wanyeki as Director General

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TVETA appoints Paul Machocho Wanyeki as Director General

The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has appointed Paul Machocho Wanyeki as its new Director General and Chief Executive Officer, placing him at the helm of the agency responsible for regulating technical and vocational training in Kenya.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 21, the TVETA Board of Directors announced Wanyeki’s appointment, expressing confidence in his leadership and ability to advance the authority’s mandate.

“The Board of Directors of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Machocho Wanyeki as the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the Authority,” the statement read.

Wanyeki brings more than 15 years of experience in technical and vocational education and training (TVET), spanning regulation, policy development, quality assurance, institutional leadership and skills development.

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He previously held several senior positions at TVETA, including Acting Director of Standards Development, Compliance and Enforcement, where he gained experience in the regulation and oversight of technical and vocational training institutions.

Beyond TVETA, Wanyeki has worked at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology and served as a trainer at Kisiwa National Polytechnic, building a career across different areas of technical education and skills development.

TVETA Board Chairperson Kellen Kiambati expressed confidence that Wanyeki’s experience and understanding of the sector would support the authority’s strategic priorities.

She noted that his extensive experience and deep understanding of the TVET sector would be instrumental in strengthening the quality, relevance and credibility of Kenya’s TVET system.

The authority also acknowledged the contribution of Timothy Nyongesa Katiambo, commending him for his dedicated service and leadership while serving as Acting Director General.

In congratulating Wanyeki, the board expressed optimism that he would work closely with the authority’s management and staff to strengthen its operations and advance the government’s skills development agenda.

“The Board congratulates Wanyeki on his appointment and wishes him success as he leads TVETA’s Management and staff in fulfilling the Authority’s mandate and supporting the Government’s skills development and economic transformation agenda,” the statement further read.

Wanyeki’s appointment comes as technical and vocational education continues to play a significant role in equipping learners with practical skills and preparing the workforce for the country’s evolving labour market needs.

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AU Deputy Chairperson calls for renewed multilateralism and global cooperation at Nairobi Trust Summit

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AU Deputy Chairperson calls for renewed multilateralism and global cooperation at Nairobi Trust Summit

NAIROBI, KENYA, 22 October 2026 – Opening The Trust Summit in Nairobi today, the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Selma Malika Haddadi, called on governments, institutions, businesses and civil society to recognise trust as an essential form of infrastructure, as vital to Africa’s integration and to global cooperation as roads, railways, energy networks and digital connections.

Addressing Heads of Delegation and distinguished guests, including Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, former Mali Prime Minister H.E. Moussa Mara, Tanzania’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and East Africa Cooperation, Hon. James Ole Millya, and Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Kenya, Dr. Abraham Korir Sing’Oei, the Deputy Chairperson described a world in which interdependence is undeniable, yet confidence between nations and institutions is increasingly fragile.

“We have never needed one another more, while finding it increasingly difficult to trust one another,” she said, naming this as one of the defining paradoxes of our time. From conflict and climate change to economic uncertainty and technological transformation, she noted, the challenges facing humanity demand greater cooperation precisely when the relationships that sustain it are under strain.

Trust as the invisible infrastructure of cooperation

Ms. Haddadi argued that agreements, institutions and declarations, while essential, cannot deliver cooperation through rules and structures alone. Beyond physical and digital networks, she said, lies a less visible foundation: the infrastructure of trust, which allows institutions to cooperate, governments and businesses to recognise their responsibilities, and nations to believe that today’s commitments will be honoured tomorrow.

“Trust is therefore not simply a moral aspiration. It is an essential condition of our collective capacity to act,” she said.

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Tracing Africa’s institutional journey from the Organisation of African Unity to the African Union, the Abuja Treaty, Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area, the Deputy Chairperson said the next stage of integration must be measured by the capacity to turn agreements into lasting relationships of cooperation and shared responsibility.

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She stressed that the Union must continuously earn the confidence of its Member States through effectiveness, accountability and delivery, and that this confidence must be matched by political and financial commitment from Member States, African financial institutions and the African private sector. Sustainable and predictable financing of the Union, she said, is “an expression of shared ownership” and a testimony of trust in the institution, underpinning Aspiration 7 of Agenda 2063: Africa as a strong, united, resilient and influential global player and partner.
She acknowledged the leadership of H.E. President William Ruto, African Union Champion for Institutional Reform, in advancing a more effective, accountable and financially sustainable Union.

Peace and security: confidence that must be sustained

On peace and security, Ms. Haddadi pointed to Article 4(h) of the Constitutive Act and the Protocol establishing the Peace and Security Council as a profound act of confidence, with sovereign States entrusting a continental institution with responsibilities touching their most fundamental interests. For mediation to succeed, collective action to be effective and peace to endure, she said, trust in the process and adequate funding must go hand in hand.
“Trust is not merely an outcome of peace. It is also one of the conditions that makes peace possible,” she added.

Multilateralism: defend it and reform it
Turning to the global stage, the Deputy Chairperson said that restoring trust in international institutions has become a matter of urgency at a time when international law is increasingly challenged. She welcomed the choice of “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All” as the theme of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, and recalled Secretary-General António Guterres’s words that the United Nations “has never been perfect, but it is irreplaceable.”

“Defending and preserving multilateralism and reforming it are not competing ambitions. They are mutually reinforcing responsibilities,” she said. She noted that the UN@80 reform initiative offers an opportunity to strengthen effectiveness and accountability, but that meaningful reform must also address representation, fairness and the consistent application of international law, essential conditions for African confidence in the international order.

From conversation to commitment
Ms. Haddadi linked the Summit’s agenda to a single question: how to build institutions and relationships worthy of the confidence placed in them. Discussions on democracy and citizen participation, finance, trade and investment, peace, security, climate and public health, and digital transformation and artificial intelligence, she observed, are different expressions of that question.

She welcomed the Summit’s emphasis on moving from conversation to commitment, and the proposed Nairobi Call to Action and its accompanying mechanisms, whose credibility, she said, will depend on ownership of commitments and the seriousness of their implementation. She commended Kenya for convening the Summit as a demonstration of its commitment to dialogue, African leadership and international cooperation.

“Trust cannot be proclaimed into existence. It must be earned through the way we govern, the way we cooperate and the commitments we honour,” she said, concluding: “Let Nairobi be remembered not only as a place where we reflected on the importance of trust, but as a place where we strengthened our collective determination to earn it.”

Dangote acquires 25pc multi-billion stake in Kenya Pipeline Company

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Dangote acquires 25pc multi-billion stake in Kenya Pipeline Company
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote has acquired a 24.76 percent stake in Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC). The Dangote KPC stake was acquired from eight State parastatals who had bought KPC shares during the company’s Initial Public Offer (IPO) in March.

“We bought 25 percent of their pipeline network for their distribution of petroleum products,” Mr Dangote was quoted by Bloomberg at an event in London, United Kingdom.

Aliko Dangote’s investment in Kenya Pipeline Company comes just a few weeks after he broke the ground for a mega USD16 billion (equivalent to around Sh2 trillion) oil refinery in Lamu County.

In this mega project, Mr Dangote is aiming to replicate Dangote Group’s refinery in Nigeria which has a capacity of 700,000 barrels-per-day.

The sellers included the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Public Servants Pension Scheme, County Workers pension Fund, Kenya Ports Authority, Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority, and the County Workers Pension Fund. Others were pension funds for employees of Kenya Power and KPC.

The acquisition of the stake has now made Dangote the second largest shareholder at KPC. The shares were acquired within a price range of Sh9.06 per share and Sh.9.36 per share. This means that Dangote may have paid out around Sh42.5 billion to acquire the stake.

There have been concerns that when brokerage commission of around 1.5 percent is considered, the public entities that sold their stake to Dangote may have sold off at a loss, both financial and time value or either.

Since the company started trading on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on March 9, 2026, the price of the KPC shares has remained stagnant at around Sh9 per share. This has been largely attributed to the high concentration of institutional investors on the counter. Following Dangote’s acquisition, the shares edged up by 0.44 percent to Sh9.06 with a traded volume of 867,866 as at the end of trading on October 21, 2026.

During the IPO, local institutional investors carried the heavy load by taking in a stake of 40.99 percent followed by investors from the East African region who acquired a stake of 21.22 percent.

State parastatals were compelled by the government of President William Ruto to purchase their stakes in Kenya Pipeline Company to save the IPO from being declared invalid due to low subscription.

Local investors had been allocated a pool of stocks worth Sh21.2 billion. However, they only bought shares worth Sh4.1 billion which was equivalent to taking a stake of 2.56 percent only in the IPO.

At the same time, foreign investors had been allocated Sh21.2 billion, but they only bought shares worth Sh34.8 million. This was equivalent to a stake of 0.02 percent in the IPO.

On their part, oil marketers had an allocation of stocks worth Sh15.9 billion but only bought shares worth Sh23.1 million which was equivalent to a stake of 0.01 percent.

Uganda invested between Sh20 billion and Sh30 billion into the IPO for a stake of 20 percent.

The IPO was claimed to have been overvalued with some investment firms such as Sterling Capital placing the value of the KPC shares on sale at Sh4.4 per share based on discounted cash flow model and Sh2.8 per share based on dividend discount model, and an overall fair value estimate of about Sh3.7 per share.

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Had Uganda and local institutional investors pulled out, the Kenya Pipeline Company IPO would have been declared a failure. their participation, however, uplifted the IPO to an oversubscription rate of 105 percent.

For his mega refinery project in Lamu County, Dangote has offered regional governments a combined stake of 30 percent. This project is scheduled to be completed in the year 2030. Once complete, the refinery is expected to have a capacity similar to Dangote’s refinery in Nigeria.

Kenya’s pension system receives C grade in first-ever Global Pension Index assessment

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Kenya’s pension system receives C grade in first-ever Global Pension Index assessment

Kenya’s retirement income system has received an overall C grade and a score of 53.1 in the 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index, with the inaugural assessment of the country highlighting the need to strengthen retirement adequacy while building on existing strengths in pension system integrity.

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Kenya is among three new retirement income systems included in the 2026 Index, alongside the Dominican Republic and Qatar. The addition brings the number of systems assessed by the Index to 55, covering more than 66% of the world’s population.

Kenya Scores Highest in Pension System Integrity

The Index assesses retirement income systems through three key dimensions of adequacy, sustainability and integrity. Kenya scored 38.9 (D) for adequacy, 53.0 (C) for sustainability, and 76.0 (B+) for integrity, giving the country an overall score of 53.1 (C).

The results point to a significant disparity between the adequacy of retirement income and the integrity of the pension system. While Kenya’s B+ integrity score indicates a comparatively strong performance in areas relating to governance, regulation, protection and communication, the D score for adequacy highlights challenges in ensuring that retirement income is sufficient to meet people’s needs in retirement.

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Rising Life Expectancy Puts Pressure on Retirement Savings

The findings come at a time when retirement systems globally are facing growing pressure from demographic and workforce changes. The 2026 Index’s special chapter examines the impact of ageing populations on pension systems, noting that increasing life expectancy means people are spending longer periods in retirement.

For Kenya, the report notes that life expectancy at age 65 has increased by 2.9 years since 1950, underscoring the importance of ensuring that retirement savings are sufficient to support longer lives.

Octagon Africa Supports Kenya’s Inclusion in Global Assessment

Kenya’s inclusion in the 2026 Global Pension Index was facilitated through Octagon Africa’s strategic partner Alexforbes. Octagon Africa played a key role in responding to the Index survey and providing data and insights relating to Kenya’s retirement system.

Octagon Africa CEO Welcomes Inaugural Assessment

Octagon Africa’s Group CEO, Fred Waswa, whose organisation helped to provide the local context, lauded the inaugural assessment of Kenya into the Index, adding that it was an important opportunity for Kenya to take stock of its retirement systems.

“Kenya’s pension system continues to evolve, and the inclusion of the country into this index is an important benchmark to see where we stand and what needs to be done better. The findings give us an opportunity to have a more informed conversation about retirement adequacy, sustainability and the long-term financial security of Kenyans,” said Fred Waswa.

Global Pension Index Provides Benchmark for Reform

The Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index is the 18th edition of the Index, which has evolved from assessing 11 countries’ retirement income systems when it was first launched to 55 in 2026.

The Index provides a comparative framework for examining retirement systems through adequacy, sustainability and integrity.

Hospitals offering DNA testing services in Kenya and how much they charge

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Hospitals offering DNA testing services in Kenya and how much they charge

DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, is a scientific procedure of analyzing genes and chromosomes’ structure to gather information about ancestry, health, and unique traits.

There are three main types of DNA testing: Y-chromosome (or Y-DNA), mitochondrial (or mtDNA), and autosomal.

Y-DNA testing informs about father’s line while Mitochondrial DNA informs about mother’s line. On the other hand, autosomal DNA testing informs about most of your DNA, excluding the X, Y, and mtDNA

A paternity DNA test results are usually presented after 5 working days, while Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) takes around 10 days and about 14 days for invasive prenatal testing.

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Various facilities in Kenya offer these services at a certain cost. They include

Nairobi Hospital

Nairobi Hospital is one of the private facilities in Kenya offering DNA services. The facilities insists that during the procedure, both parents and the child must be present, and one should submit a court order if it is a legal requirement

Reportedly, Nairobi Hospital charges Sh100,000 for a DNA test.

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

KEMRI offers affordable DNA services and can be a good option for those looking for cheap DNA services. The government-owned institute in January this year revised its DNA test charges from Sh20,000 to Sh27,000 per test.

The results take two to three days.

Bioinformatics Institute of Kenya (KIBS)

This is another facility that offers cheap DNA services with an accuracy rate of 99.99 percent. KIBS DNA clinic is located in Viraj Complex, Block 4, Maasai Road off Mombasa Road, opposite JKIA Junction, Nairobi.

The facility charges Sh20,000 for alleged father and child genetic tests and Sh150,000 for noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT).

AlphaBiolabs Kenya

AlphaBiolabs is a leading institution in genetics testing, drug and alcohol, and Covid-19 analytical testing services. Its services range from paternity tests to legal DNA tests, and immigration DNA testing.

The tests cost upwards of Sh30,000.

EasyDNA Kenya

EasyDNA is an international organization of clinics with its base in KMA Plaza, Upperhill, Nairobi. The facility offers DNA test services for as low as Sh24,000. The results are issued within 3-5 working days.

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Kendi Ntwiga: Kenyan tech guru leading world’s biggest tech firms

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Kendi Ntwiga: Kenyan tech guru leading world’s biggest tech firms

Every year, thousands of Kenyans leave the country in search of better employment opportunities, higher incomes and career advancement.

While many take up jobs abroad to improve their livelihoods, others have risen through the ranks of multinational companies.

Among those making their mark is Kendi Ntwiga, a Kenyan technology executive whose career spans some of the world’s leading technology companies, including Meta, Microsoft, Oracle, Intel, Check Point and Hewlett-Packard (HP).

From Kenya to global technology leadership

Ntwiga boasts over 17 years of experience in the technology industry, where she has held various roles, including developing and implementing business strategies for technology companies across sub-Saharan Africa.

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She currently works at Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, where she serves as Global Head of Integrity and Support Enablement in Community Operations.

Based in Dublin, Ireland, she is involved in overseeing processes that support the enforcement of the company’s community standards across its platforms.

Her role involves working with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, product development, data science, business and operations, to develop procedures that guide how the company manages user experiences and applies its platform policies.

Before joining Meta, Ntwiga served as Microsoft’s Country Leader in Kenya, where she was responsible for strengthening relationships across the company’s local subsidiary and supporting its regional profile and business objectives.

Her career also includes leadership positions at Oracle, Intel Security, Check Point and HP.

Over the years, she has helped develop and execute strategies for companies operating in a rapidly changing industry where innovation and the effective use of technology are central to competitiveness.

Championing women in technology

Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Ntwiga has also championed greater participation by women in the technology sector.

She is the founder of SheGoesTech, an initiative that mentors girls and women and encourages them to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses and careers.

Since its launch in 2015, the initiative has supported efforts to address gender gaps in technology and encouraged more women to remain in the sector as they advance professionally.

Her advocacy has also taken her to international forums, including discussions on gender inclusion at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

In 2019, she was named among Kenya’s Top 40 Under 40 Women, recognising her achievements and contribution to her field.

Education and professional development

Ntwiga studied computer science before pursuing a degree in International Business Management. She also holds a master’s qualification in strategy and finance.

She later joined Babson College in the United States, where she undertook an entrepreneurial leadership programme. She is a Santander African Women Foundation Fellow, a distinction associated with her participation in the programme.

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How Kenyan SACCOs and Small Banks Should Choose Banking Software

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How Kenyan SACCOs and Small Banks Should Choose Banking Software

Kenya’s 2032 Capital Deadline Gives Small Banks Time to Go Digital

If you run a SACCO, a microfinance bank or a small commercial bank in Kenya, the most useful thing you can do for your members in 2026 is to choose your digital banking software carefully, in five clear steps. Your customers already bank on their phones, and the regulator has given small banks more time to grow.

In the June 2026 budget statement, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi moved the deadline for banks to hold KES 10 billion in core capital from December 2029 to December 2032 and dropped the yearly milestones (Business Daily, 2026). That breathing room is a chance to fix technology before the next round of capital raising or mergers, not after.

Choosing the right digital banking software technology is now as much a strategic decision as a technical one. Velmie, which builds and operates digital banking and payments programs for regulated institutions, offers one modular option: ready-made, white-label apps on top of a platform covering accounts, digital onboarding, cards, loans, savings and transfers.

Step 1: Start From How Your Members Already Pay

Your software should fit the habits your members have today. Kenya had more than 54 million mobile money subscriptions by June 2026, according to the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA, 2026).

That means mobile money integration is not optional. Members expect to deposit, repay loans and withdraw through their phone without visiting a branch. Ask every vendor to show live mobile money and bank transfer flows, not slides.

Step 2: Map What You Need on Day One

Write down the products you must offer at launch and the ones that can follow. For most SACCOs that means savings and share accounts, loans with guarantors, statements and transfers. Small banks will add cards and current accounts.

A modular platform lets you switch on products in stages. Avoid paying for modules you will not use in the first two years.

Step 3: Check Compliance and Reporting Before Features

Regulatory reporting should come out of the system automatically. Whether you answer to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) or the SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA), ask how the software handles KYC, anti-money laundering checks, audit trails and the returns you file today.

Data protection matters too. Under Kenya’s Data Protection Act 2019, you are responsible for how member data is stored and processed, so ask where data is hosted and who can access it.

Step 4: Test Onboarding From a Member’s Phone

Digital onboarding is where most members form their first impression. Download the demo app, open an account with an ID, and time it.

Look for identity verification built into the flow, clear error messages and the ability to save progress. If onboarding needs a branch visit to finish, members will drop off.

Step 5: Agree on Support and Change After Go-Live

Launching the app is the start, not the finish. Ask who fixes problems at night and on weekends, how often updates ship and how changes requested by your team are prioritised and priced.

Get these terms in the contract, with response times.

Where This Leaves Kenyan SACCOs and Small Banks

Kenya’s members are ready for digital banking, and the extended capital timeline gives smaller institutions room to prepare. The institutions that use that time to choose software carefully will be in a stronger position for growth, mergers or new capital.

Begin with your members’ payment habits, insist on built-in compliance and test every promise on a real phone before you sign.

 

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