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		<title>Safaricom inches closer to 60M users in Kenyan market</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peninnnah M]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The latest sector statistics from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) for the Third Quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year (January–March 2026) show significant growth in active mobile subscriptions, which reached 84.1 million, representing a 7.4 percent increase from the previous quarter. This growth pushed the mobile penetration rate to 157.7 percent. During the period [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The latest sector statistics from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) for the Third Quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year (January–March 2026) show significant growth in active mobile subscriptions, which reached 84.1 million, representing a 7.4 percent increase from the previous quarter. This growth pushed the mobile penetration rate to 157.7 percent.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">During the period under review, <strong><a href="https://www.safaricom.co.ke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Safaricom</a></strong> further strengthened its leadership in the mobile subscriptions market, adding approximately 5.5 million new subscriptions and bringing its total subscriber base to 57.9 million, up from 52.4 million in the previous quarter. The operator is now approaching the significant milestone of 60 million subscribers in the Kenyan market with 68.9% market share.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Airtel is at 23.2 million subscribers and a market share of 27.6%. Equitel (Finserve) recorded a marginal increase in subscriptions to 1.51 million, representing 1.8% of the market, while Jamii Telecommunications (Faiba) stood at 883,944 subscribers, accounting for 1.1%. In contrast, Telkom Kenya experienced a sharp decline, losing 160,464 subscribers during the quarter to close at 584,438 subscribers, equivalent to 0.7% of the market.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The Communications Authority attributed this robust growth primarily to customer win-back campaigns run by operators during the reference period. Other sustaining factors include falling device costs, the expansion of high-speed mobile network infrastructure and the growing necessity of mobile-based economic and social services in Kenya. This shift continues to be marked by a migration from basic feature phones to smartphones, with smartphones now accounting for 63.7 percent of total mobile phones connected to networks.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Furthermore, as of March 31, 2026, Kenya had 62.6 million mobile broadband internet subscriptions. Safaricom also leads in this segment with 62.7 per cent market share compared to  64.3 per cent in the last quatre.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">In the fixed data segment, Safaricom leads with a 35.4 percent market share. Key challengers in this space include Jamii Telecommunications (19.5%), Wananchi Group (10.4%), and Poa Internet Kenya (9.7%). Smaller providers such as Ahadi Wireless (9.2%), Vilcom Network (6.0%), and Mawingu Networks (3.7%) continue to serve niche segments, while Starlink maintains a market share of 0.9 percent.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Safaricom remains the market leader in mobile money subscriptions with an 89.1 percent share, as the sub-segment grew to a total of 53.4 million active subscriptions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Domestic voice traffic is distributed among operators as follows: Safaricom (64.96%), Airtel (34.88%), Telkom (0.07%), Equitel (0.05%), and Jamii (0.04%). For SMS traffic, the shares are: Safaricom (93.96%), Airtel (6.01%), Telkom (0.01%), Equitel (0.01%), and Jamii (0.0%).</p>
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		<title>Nyeri farmer builds thriving fodder empire exporting across Africa</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jane Muia]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:07:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>As climate change, shrinking land sizes and rising feed costs continue to challenge livestock farmers, fodder production is increasingly emerging as one of the most promising agricultural ventures. The growing demand for quality animal feed, coupled with the expansion of dairy and livestock farming, has created lucrative opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to invest in forage [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">As climate change, shrinking land sizes and rising feed costs continue to challenge livestock farmers, fodder production is increasingly emerging as one of the most promising agricultural ventures.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The growing demand for quality animal feed, coupled with the expansion of dairy and livestock farming, has created lucrative opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to invest in forage production.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Unlike many traditional crops, fodder can offer multiple harvests annually, a ready market and the potential for value addition through products such as silage.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Mr. Githaiga Kihara, a farmer in Chorong’i village in Nyeri Central Sub-county, is among the few farmers who have successfully tapped into this opportunity.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">What began as a personal quest to find quality feed for his dairy goats has evolved into a thriving agribusiness that now exports fodder planting materials to 12 African countries.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Kihara ventured into fodder farming a decade ago after shutting down his printing business in Nairobi. Seeking a new direction, he turned to agriculture and started researching ways to improve livestock nutrition on his farm in Gakindu, Mukurwe-ini.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“I started this enterprise about ten years ago in Gakindu, Mukurwe-ini sub-county, out of a need because I had some dairy goats which did not have enough feed. When I did some research, I realised that I could get better feed, and I went for it,” he told <a href="https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/category/feat/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><em>KNA.</em></strong></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">His journey began with the cultivation of signal grass, introduced through support from the then Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI), now the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), at its Katumani station in Machakos County.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">That initial experiment opened the door to a wide range of forage crops. Today, Kihara manages about 100 hectares under animal feed production, growing varieties such as Australian Red Napier grass, Guinea grass, Guatemala grass, Juceo grass, Signal grass, Super K vine and Nacedero.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Among these, Australian Red Napier has become the flagship product of his enterprise and the backbone of a growing export business.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Farmers from countries including Nigeria, Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo are among those purchasing planting materials from his farm.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The popularity of Australian Red Napier stems from its superior nutritional value and productivity.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">According to Kihara, the grass contains between 20 and 24 per cent crude protein, making it one of the most nutritious Napier varieties available to livestock farmers.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Beyond its nutritional benefits, the grass is highly productive. A single acre can yield between 180 and 200 metric tonnes of biomass annually. It also matures quickly, allowing farmers to begin harvesting within 45 to 60 days after planting.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The entrepreneur sells individual Red Napier splits at Sh50 each for retail customers, while bulk buyers pay as little as Sh15 per split, with room for negotiation depending on volume.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In addition to supplying planting materials, Kihara has established a successful silage business aimed at helping farmers overcome feed shortages during dry seasons.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">His silage, packaged in 70-kilogram bales, retails at approximately Sh1,050 and can remain viable for up to three years when stored under recommended conditions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The bulk of the silage is supplied to arid and semi-arid regions, including counties in the former North Eastern Province and parts of the Rift Valley, although local farmers also purchase the product as a reliable feed reserve.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Kihara currently dedicates about 75 hectares in Mweiga to silage production. To improve accessibility, he has established several sales outlets along the Ruring’u-Kiandu road, Gatitu, Karatina, Chaka Milimani and Sasini, with plans underway to open another outlet in Othaya.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">While quality products have played a major role in the growth of the business, Kihara attributes much of his success to digital marketing.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Through social media platforms including Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram and TikTok, where the enterprise operates under the brand name <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Brachiaria-MOO-Fodders-Supermarket-100063752156573/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><em>Moo Fodder Supermarket</em></strong></a>, he has been able to reach customers far beyond Kenya&#8217;s borders.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“When I started posting my products on Facebook, people started making inquiries, and it became a business. This went on until I got what I can call a breakthrough when I received an order of one million splits,” he recalls.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The overwhelming response encouraged him to diversify further, leading to the introduction of additional fodder varieties such as Super Napier, which has also performed well in the market.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Beyond commercial production, Kihara&#8217;s farm has become a centre for agricultural training, offering practical lessons on fodder establishment and management to individuals and organized groups.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The enterprise has also created employment opportunities for numerous young people who work as part-time marketers, helping connect farmers with quality forage products.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“This enterprise has given me a lot of money. I have never seen any other business which can potentially give you the kind of money this fodder business has given me,&#8221; he said adding that through the business, he has been able to educate his children up to university level, and build a house for his family.</p>
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		<title>Turn a 2 shilling bet into a massive multiplier on SportPesa world champion X</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:28:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The exciting race to grab a piece of the massive KSh 1,000,000 prize drops is officially on, and Kenyan players are jumping on the opportunity. SportPesa has transformed online gaming yet again by introducing world champion X, a thrilling virtual soccer penalty shootout game. The new game proves that you do not need a lot [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="s6"><span class="s5">The exciting race to grab a piece of the massive </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 1,000,000 prize drops is officially on, and Kenyan players are jumping on the opportunity. SportPesa has transformed online gaming yet again by introducing world champion X, a thrilling virtual soccer penalty shootout game. The new game proves that you do not need a lot of money to chase after life-changing payouts. The game offers players an incredible opportunity to multiply their stakes by up to 100x in seconds.</span></p>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">Sportpesa</span><span class="s5"> Kenya continues to transform online gaming entertainment by introducing highly rewarding experiences that fit the budgets of everyday citizens.</span><a href="https://www.ke.sportpesa.com/casino/game/105776" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span class="s7">SportPesa world champion X</span></a> <span class="s5">stands out as a fast-paced crash game designed to give huge wins to soccer-loving gaming fans. Winning is highly possible because the penalty kick setup is straightforward, highly visual, and determined by the player&#8217;s choices.</span></p>
<h2 class="s9"><span class="s8">The mechanics behind world champion X payouts</span></h2>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">The mechanics behind the massive multiplier on SportPesa world champion X rely on an escalating probability curve. Every single round kicks off with the multiplier sitting at a baseline of 1.00x your initial stake. As the striker steps up to the penalty spot, the potential payout begins to multiply in real-time. Unlike traditional betting, where odds are locked in before the game starts, this system allows your potential winnings to grow in real-time.</span></p>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">The magic happens when the ball flies past the goalkeeper, instantly multiplying your humble </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 2 stake up to an incredible 100x return. This means a microscopic wager can effortlessly transform into a substantial cash payout in the blink of an eye.</span><a href="https://www.ke.sportpesa.com/en/sports-betting/football-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span class="s7">SportPesa Kenya</span></a> <span class="s5">uses a fully </span><span class="s5">certified, transparent algorithm to ensure that every single multiplayer climb is completely random and fair. Players love the new game because it eliminates human bias, referee errors, and unpredictable real-world team drama.</span></p>
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<h2 class="s9"><span class="s8">Chasing the one million prize drop</span></h2>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">The chase for the massive </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 1,000,000 prize drop on SportPesa world champion X adds an extra layer of excitement to every single session. Unlike</span><a href="https://www.ke.sportpesa.com/en/casino" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span class="s7">online casino game</span></a><span class="s5"> promotions that require complicated rollover requirements, this massive cash pool is distributed entirely through random instant prize drops.</span></p>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">The platform rewards regular players by giving every active bet, regardless of its size, an equal opportunity to trigger. This means that even if your 2 </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> penalty kick does not find the back of the net, you could still instantly walk away with a slice of the one-million-shilling prize. The automated reward system operates silently in the background, continuously scanning active player lobbies to drop unpredictable cash gifts directly into user accounts.</span></p>
<h2 class="s9"><span class="s8">Understanding the massive maximum payout</span></h2>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">Unlike traditional casino games that limit your potential winnings to low amounts, these games leave the ceiling wide open for lucky players. </span><span class="s5">Sportpesa’s</span><span class="s5"> world champion X offers a generous payout potential of up to </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 7,000,000. This huge win completely redefines what a small budget can achieve, turning the world champion virtual penalty spot into a high-stakes arena.</span></p>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">Local fans are captivated by the idea that a single moment of perfect timing can instantly launch them into the millionaires.  The</span><a href="https://www.ke.sportpesa.com/en/casino/aviator" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span class="s7">world champion X game</span></a><span class="s5"> has been built for a safe, thrilling environment where the dreams of everyday Kenyans are supported by real, verified multimillion-shilling payouts. Every time you step up to the virtual spot, you are taking a shot at a life-changing financial win.</span></p>
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<h2 class="s6"><span class="s10">Conclusion</span></h2>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">Sportpea’s</span><span class="s5"> world champion X has completely rewritten the rules of online entertainment in Kenya by making huge million-shilling payouts accessible to all. By dropping the entire barrier to a </span><span class="s5">2 bob</span><span class="s5"> stake, the platform ensures that absolutely anyone can experience the penalty shootout. The game successfully bridges the gap between simplicity and life-changing wealth.</span></p>
<p class="s6"><span class="s5">With an incredible maximum payout of </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 7,000,000 and a continuous </span><span class="s5">KSh</span><span class="s5"> 1,000,000 random prize drop, the winning momentum across the country grows daily.  While the goalkeeper might occasionally make a save, a completely new opportunity resets every round. Your very 2 bob coin could be the next exact spark that triggers the 100x multiplier magic of SportPesa Kenya world champion X.</span></p>
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		<title>Nyandarua County announces 174 job vacancies; how to apply</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jane Muia]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:46:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Nyandarua County government has announced a mass recruitment drive targeting professionals across various fields. In a notice on June 18, Nyandarua County Public Service Board invited applications to fill 174 vacancies across various departments “The Nyandarua County Public Service Board invites applications from suitably qualified, competent, and experienced persons to fill the following vacant [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The<a href="https://www.nyandarua.go.ke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong> Nyandarua County</strong></a> government has announced a mass recruitment drive targeting professionals across various fields.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In a notice on June 18, Nyandarua County Public Service Board invited applications to fill 174 vacancies across various departments</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“The Nyandarua County Public Service Board invites applications from suitably qualified, competent, and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions in the County Government of Nyandarua,” the advertisement read in part.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Among the advertised positions are roles Health Services, Agriculture, Finance, Education, Roads, Public Administration, Trade, Water, and other sectors.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The County Government has advertised three Chief Officer positions and 171 staff positions across various departments.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The Chief Officer vacancies include Youth Affairs, Sports and Innovation (1), Water and Sanitation (1), and Education and Vocational Training (1).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For staff recruitment, the Health Services Department has the highest number of vacancies with 76 positions, followed by Finance, Economic Planning, Revenue and ICT (27), Education, Vocational Training, Culture, Gender and Social Protection (21), and Agriculture, Agribusiness, Livestock and Fisheries (19).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Other vacancies are available in the County Secretary and Head of Public Service Department (8), Roads, Transport, Energy and Public Works (9), Public Service, Administration and Devolution (4), Water, Sanitation, Environment, Tourism, Natural Resources and Climate Change (4), and Trade, Industrialization, Cooperative Development and Partnership (3).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>How to apply</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Interested and qualified candidates are directed to download and complete the employment application form available on the county website, www.nyandarua.go.ke.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Completed application forms together with supporting documents must be submitted to the Board in Ol’Kalou by July 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Application can be submitted either by registered mail or hand delivery in a sealed envelope addressed to the Secretary, County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 38–20303, Ol’Kalou.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Applicants must attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of their national identification card, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and any other relevant supporting documents.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Successful applicants will be required to provide clearance documents to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jane Muia]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:12:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Layer chicken farming continues to rank among the most profitable agribusiness ventures due to the consistent demand for eggs across households, hotels, schools and food businesses. Unlike some agricultural enterprises that depend on seasonal markets, egg production provides farmers with a steady source of income throughout the year. However, while the returns can be attractive, [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Layer chicken farming continues to rank among the most profitable agribusiness ventures due to the consistent demand for eggs across households, hotels, schools and food businesses.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Unlike some agricultural enterprises that depend on seasonal markets, egg production provides farmers with a steady source of income throughout the year.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">However, while the returns can be attractive, poultry experts caution that success in layer farming requires adequate capital, particularly during the early months when birds are not yet producing eggs.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Agriculture expert and agronomist<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@aimagriculture6171" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <strong>Antonio Mudong’i</strong> </a>estimates that a farmer intending to start a simple layers poultry farm with 300 birds should be prepared to invest at least Sh500,000 to comfortably cover the first six months of operation.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">According to Mudong’i, feed is the biggest expense in layer farming as it accounts for approximately 80 percent of the total production cost. Below is the cost breakdown:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Feed Costs During the First Six Months</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Day 1 to Day 60: Chick Mash</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">During the first two months, each chick consumes an average of 45 grams of feed per day. For 300 chicks, daily consumption comes to 13.5 kilograms.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Over a 30-day period, the birds consume:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">13.5kg × 30 days = 405kg</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For two months, total consumption rises to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">405kg × 2 = 810kg</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Since chick mash is sold in 50kg bags, the birds will require:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">810kg ÷ 50kg = 16.2 bags</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With a 50kg bag of chick mash retailing at Sh4,000, the feed cost will be:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">16.2 bags × Sh4,000 = Sh64,800</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">After factoring in transportation costs from the agrovet to the farm, the total expenditure for chick mash rises to approximately Sh70,000.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Day 61 to Day 120: Grower Mash</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Between the third and fourth month, the birds transition to grower mash and consume an average of 65 grams each per day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Total feed consumption during this period is calculated as:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">65g × 300 birds × 60 days = 1,170,000g</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This is equivalent to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1,170,000g ÷ 1,000 = 1,170kg or 1.17 tonnes</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The birds will therefore require:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1,170kg ÷ 50kg = 23.4 bags</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">At a retail price of Sh2,950 per 50kg bag, the feed cost comes to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">23.4 bags × Sh2,950 = Sh69,030</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Adding transportation costs brings the total expenditure to approximately Sh70,000.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Mudong’i advises farmers to continue feeding birds on grower mash until the first egg is laid.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“The birds should be fed on grower mash until the day you see the first egg. This is important for the formation of high-quality eggshells. If the birds do not receive sufficient grower mash, farmers may experience challenges with weak eggshells during production,” he says.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Day 121 to Day 180: Grower Mash Mixed With Layers Mash</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Assuming the birds have started laying eggs, feed consumption increases to an average of 90 grams per bird daily.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The total feed requirement for 300 birds over 60 days is:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">90g × 300 birds × 60 days = 1,620,000g</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This translates to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1,620kg or 1.62 tonnes</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The number of 50kg bags required is:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1,620kg ÷ 50kg = 32.4 bags</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">At Sh3,000 per bag for the grower and layers mash mixture, feed costs amount to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">32.4 bags × Sh3,000 = Sh97,200</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Including transport expenses, the total cost rises to approximately Sh100,000.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Total Feed Budget</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The cumulative feed budget for the first six months is:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Chick Mash: Sh70,000</li>
<li>Grower Mash: Sh70,000</li>
<li>Grower Mash Mixed with Layers Mash: Sh100,000</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Total Feed Cost: Sh240,000</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Cost of Chicks</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A day-old chick currently costs Sh184.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For 300 chicks:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">300 × Sh184 = Sh55,200</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The cost can therefore be estimated at approximately Sh55,000.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Equipment Requirements</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A farmer will also need basic poultry equipment.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Drinkers</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A flock of 300 birds requires about six drinkers.</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Cost per drinker: Sh300</li>
<li>Total cost: 6 × Sh300 = Sh1,800</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Feeders</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Ten feeders are sufficient for a starter flock of 300 birds.</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Cost per feeder: Sh600</li>
<li>Total cost: 10 × Sh600 = Sh6,000</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Bedding Materials</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">At a stocking density of six birds per square metre, approximately 25 bags of wood shavings will be required.</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Cost per bag: Sh200</li>
<li>Total cost: 25 × Sh200 = Sh5,000</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Labour and Water Costs</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Labour remains another significant expense.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Assuming a farmhand earns Sh10,000 per month, labour costs over six months will amount to:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Sh10,000 × 6 = Sh60,000</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Water expenses are estimated at:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Sh10,000 for six months</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Farmers should also budget for brooding equipment, including two brooding jikos and charcoal for the chicks during their early growth stages, as well as disease management.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Minimum Capital Requirement</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">When all major expenses are considered, including chicks, feed, equipment, labour, water and brooding costs, Mudong’i advises prospective poultry farmers to have a minimum capital of Sh500,000 before venturing into a 300-bird layers project.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“If you want to start a layers chicken farm of 300 birds, the least amount you should have is Sh500,000,” Mudong’i says.</p>
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		<title>From Harambee dreams to global bets: Kenyan-born stars shake world cup betting lines</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Peninnnah M]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:14:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In every World Cup, billions of dreams travel with the football on its global journey. This summer, so are a handful of ours. Kenyan players with roots at home and abroad are moving the betting markets this summer for a variety of teams at the FIFA World Cup. It&#8217;s easy to see why. Betting odds [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">In every World Cup, billions of dreams travel with the football on its global journey. This summer, so are a handful of ours. Kenyan players with roots at home and abroad are moving the betting markets this summer for a variety of teams at the FIFA World Cup.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It&#8217;s easy to see why. Betting odds are constantly changing at the best online betting sites in Kenya and beyond. But when a single player posts an unexpected highlight-reel goal or delivers an otherworldly performance, those betting lines can shift drastically — sometimes within minutes. That power gives standout performers at the World Cup tremendous influence over betting markets.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">This year, several World Cup stars share an unexpected connection: Kenya. While the country has yet to qualify for its first FIFA World Cup, players with Kenyan-born parents are frequenting soccer headlines in several nations that have qualified. And thanks to strong showings this summer, those storylines are no longer merely sentimental feel-good wrinkles in the larger World Cup narrative.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For better or worse, World Cup underdogs and surprise stars are a favorite story of tournament coverage. Whether your home team is favored to win or not, there&#8217;s always a rush in seeing another squad upset the odds.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">That rush can translate to dollars when football fans place bets with the <a href="https://www.bettingtop10.ke/betting-apps/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>best betting apps in Kenya</strong></a><strong>.</strong> Betting odds always shift when a dark horse team or tournament outsider exceeds expectations. It&#8217;s why upsets are so costly — and so thrilling — for sports bettors. But this World Cup&#8217;s surprise stars are standing out for an additional reason: they have roots in Kenya.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Players with Kenyan Birthrights Are Influencing the World Cup Odds</strong></h4>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Whether you&#8217;re following betting odds as a casual fan or trying to gain an edge as a more serious bettor, World Cups are notorious for causing upsets. Sure, the favorites and biggest soccer powers always enter the tournament with the best odds to win. But upsets are always possible in a single-elimination tournament. And when they do happen, they move betting lines.</p>
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<h4 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Players of Kenyan Descent Are Excelling at This FIFA World Cup</strong></h4>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Players born in Kenya and representing countries such as New Zealand, Wales, England, and Portugal have begun to filter into international soccer at a rapid rate in recent years. Sons of Kenyan immigrants are exceeding expectations across multiple teams at this year&#8217;s World Cup, creating betting opportunities as they do.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Players like Hugo Leverton and Harrison Budd are naturalized minors whose parents were born in Kenya but played professionally abroad. Winger Maalique Foster was born in Kenya and then raised in England. Those players — and others — are putting the Kenya Football Federation on display for betting markets and football fans around the world.</p>
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		<title>Paul Muthaura appointed AmCham Kenya CEO</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>AmCham Kenya: The American Chamber of Commerce Kenya has appointed Paul Muthaura as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 17, 2026. The appointment comes at a critical time as Kenya and the broader East African region continue to strengthen trade, investment, and economic partnerships with the United States. Muthaura brings decades of experience in [&#8230;]</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="70" data-end="260">AmCham Kenya: The <a title="American Chamber of Commerce Kenya" href="https://amcham.co.ke" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">American Chamber of Commerce Kenya</span></span></strong></a> has appointed <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Paul Muthaura</span></span> as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 17, 2026.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="262" data-end="577">The appointment comes at a critical time as Kenya and the broader East African region continue to strengthen trade, investment, and economic partnerships with the United States. Muthaura brings decades of experience in financial markets, regulatory reform, corporate leadership, governance, and sustainable finance.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: justify;" data-section-id="doa9uu" data-start="579" data-end="627">Experienced Leader Takes Helm at AmCham Kenya</h3>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="629" data-end="858">Before joining AmCham Kenya, Muthaura served as Chief Executive Officer of the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Africa Carbon Markets Initiative</span></span>, where he played a key role in advancing carbon market development and climate finance frameworks across Africa.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="860" data-end="1149">His extensive leadership portfolio also includes serving as an independent consultant at <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">EMRD Advisory Limited</span></span>, Chief Executive Officer and Principal Officer of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">ICEA Lion General Insurance Company</span></span>, and Chief Executive Officer of the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Capital Markets Authority</span></span>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="1151" data-end="1375">During his tenure at the Capital Markets Authority, Muthaura led significant reforms aimed at enhancing market integrity, expanding investor participation, and promoting regulatory innovation within Kenya’s financial sector.</p>
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<h3 style="text-align: justify;" data-section-id="1yetzb9" data-start="1377" data-end="1417">Board Expresses Confidence in New CEO</h3>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="1419" data-end="1637">AmCham Kenya Board President <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Angela Ng&#8217;ang&#8217;a</span></span> welcomed the appointment, describing Muthaura as a leader with a strong blend of regulatory expertise, private sector experience, and strategic vision.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="1639" data-end="1988">“Paul brings a compelling combination of regulatory expertise, private sector leadership, and strategic vision, with a nuanced understanding of Kenya’s policy and investment landscape. His track record of driving institutional growth and cross-sector collaboration makes him exceptionally well-suited to lead AmCham into its next chapter,” she said.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="1990" data-end="2242">Ng’ang’a added that his leadership will help the Chamber create greater value for members through stronger advocacy, enhanced stakeholder engagement, expanded business opportunities, and deeper economic partnerships between Kenya and the United States.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: justify;" data-section-id="w4u9ly" data-start="2244" data-end="2296">Focus on Strengthening Kenya-U.S. Trade Relations</h3>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="2298" data-end="2463">Speaking following his appointment, Muthaura said he was honored to join the Chamber at a time when opportunities for Kenya-U.S. commercial engagement are expanding.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="2465" data-end="2717">“I am honored to join AmCham Kenya at such a consequential moment for U.S.-Kenya commercial relations. The opportunities to strengthen trade, attract investment, and expand economic collaboration between our countries have never been greater,” he said.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="2719" data-end="2979">He noted that he intends to work closely with members, government agencies, investors, and the wider business community to strengthen Kenya’s competitiveness, deepen commercial ties, and unlock new opportunities for innovation, investment, and economic growth.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: justify;" data-section-id="1e1lrq9" data-start="2981" data-end="3030">Distinguished Career in Governance and Finance</h3>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="3032" data-end="3421">Muthaura is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and an Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries. He holds academic and professional qualifications from the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">University of Warwick</span></span>, <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">London School of Economics and Political Science</span></span>, <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Maastricht School of Management</span></span>, <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">KCA University</span></span>, and the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Academy of Executive Coaching</span></span>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="3423" data-end="3733">He also serves as a Trustee of the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">International Valuation Standards Council</span></span> and sits on the boards of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">ICEA LION Asset Management</span></span> and <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">British American Tobacco Plc</span></span>. In addition, he is an Independent Member of the Program Investment Committee at the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Financial Sector Deepening Trust Kenya</span></span>.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: justify;" data-section-id="hyoi9w" data-start="3735" data-end="3770">AmCham Kenya’s Growing Influence</h3>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="3772" data-end="4064">AmCham Kenya is one of the leading business associations promoting trade and investment between Kenya and the United States. The Chamber represents more than 300 companies, including major multinational corporations and local businesses operating across diverse sectors of the Kenyan economy.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="4066" data-end="4303">Through advocacy, policy engagement, trade facilitation, and business networking, the organization seeks to foster an enabling business environment that supports entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainable development, and economic growth.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="4305" data-end="4539">The appointment of Muthaura is expected to further strengthen the Chamber’s role in advancing Kenya-U.S. economic relations at a time when both countries are seeking to expand trade, investment flows, and private-sector collaboration.</p>
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		<title>Laikipia County announces 191 job vacancies; how to apply</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jane Muia]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:12:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Laikipia County government has announced a mass recruitment drive targeting professionals across various fields. In a notice, the Laikipia County Public Service Board invited qualified candidates to submit applications to fill 191 vacancies in medical, nursing, public health, laboratory, pharmaceutical, nutrition, engineering, and administrative fields. &#8220;Pursuant to the above constitutional and legal provision, the [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The <a href="https://laikipia.go.ke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Laikipia County</strong> </a>government has announced a mass recruitment drive targeting professionals across various fields.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In a notice, the Laikipia County Public Service Board invited qualified candidates to submit applications to fill 191 vacancies in medical, nursing, public health, laboratory, pharmaceutical, nutrition, engineering, and administrative fields.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">&#8220;Pursuant to the above constitutional and legal provision, the board invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for the positions listed below,&#8221; the notice reads in part.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Interested candidates are required to submit applications online through the Google Forms link on the County’s website.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The county added that all supporting documents should be combined into one PDF document, not exceeding 5 MB.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present their academic and professional documents during the interview.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The county has set July 8 as the deadline for submitting applications.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Below is the full list of the advertised positions:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>Assistant Community Health Officer III – 7 vacancies</li>
<li>Assistant Health Records and Information Management Officer III – 4 vacancies</li>
<li>Assistant Public Health Officer – 1 vacancy</li>
<li>Assistant Occupational Therapist III – 6 vacancies</li>
<li>Assistant Physiotherapist III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Community Health Officer III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Community Oral Health Officer III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Dental Technologist I – 1 vacancy</li>
<li>Enrolled Nurse III – 26 vacancies</li>
<li>Health Administrative Officer III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Health Records and Information Management Assistant III – 5 vacancies</li>
<li>Medical Engineering Technician III – 1 vacancy</li>
<li>Medical Engineering Technologist III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Medical Laboratory Technologist III – 5 vacancies</li>
<li>Medical Officer – 5 vacancies</li>
<li>Nursing Officer (Intern) – 18 vacancies</li>
<li>Nutrition and Dietetics Officer – 3 vacancies</li>
<li>Nutrition and Dietetics Technologist III – 5 vacancies</li>
<li>Orthopaedic Trauma Technician III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Pharmaceutical Technologist III – 2 vacancies</li>
<li>Radiographer III – 7 vacancies</li>
<li>Registered Clinical Officer II – 12 vacancies</li>
<li>Registered Nurse III – 70 vacancies</li>
<li>Senior Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist I (General Surgeon) – 1 vacancy</li>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:50:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Renowned businessman and CEO of Modern Furniture Pacific, Gibson Murage, has announced job opportunities for various professionals. In a video posted on the company’s Facebook Page, the company said it is seeking to recruit individuals to fill positions in sales, Human Resources, and Secretarial Departments. The company is also recruiting carpenters to assist in various carpentry [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Renowned businessman and CEO of <a href="https://www.modernfurniturepacificltd.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Modern Furniture Pacific</strong></a>, Gibson Murage, has announced job opportunities for various professionals.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In a video posted on the company’s Facebook Page, the company said it is seeking to recruit individuals to fill positions in sales, Human Resources, and Secretarial Departments. The company is also recruiting carpenters to assist in various carpentry work.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">According to the CEO, no previous work experience is needed for sales representatives, adding that successful applicants would be trained.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“No previous work experience is needed, but you must have an academic background in sales. The company will cater for the training,” Murage said.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">However, he noted that carpentry applicants need to have prior experience and should include details of places they have worked before, as well as past projects they have completed.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The businessman encouraged job seekers from all over the country to apply, adding that Kenyan citizens would be given the first priority.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>How to apply</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Interested candidates have been urged to submit their applications and supporting documents to <a href="mailto:Modernfurniturepacific@gmail.com">Modernfurniturepacific@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Applicants must clearly indicate their academic background, skills, and areas of expertise in the application. The CEO warned applicants against contacting him personally, maintaining that the right job application channel must be followed.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Successful applicants will be deployed to run operations at the company’s newest branch in Kihunguro, Ruiru.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Murage said the formal review of applications will be conducted between Monday, June 22, and Wednesday, June 24.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“Don’t try to contact me in person or the manager because you will not be considered,” he warned.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Modern Furniture Pacific, headquartered in Ruiru, Kiambu county is one of the popular furniture stores in the country.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The company, which deals with the sale of a variety of furniture, including beds, sofa sets, and dining tables, has branches in Ruiru, Nyeri, and Nakuru, creating employment to hundreds of Kenyans.</p>
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		<title>Equity Group enters retail pharmacy business with first outlet in Nairobi</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:41:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Equity Group-backed healthcare franchise Equity Afya has expanded its healthcare footprint with the launch of its first standalone community pharmacy in Nairobi, marking its entry into the retail pharmaceutical sector. The new facility, situated at Britam Towers in Upper Hill, signals the beginning of a wider expansion strategy that will see the organization establish a [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://equitygroupholdings.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Equity Group</strong></a>-backed healthcare franchise <a href="https://equityafya.co.ke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Equity Afya</strong></a> has expanded its healthcare footprint with the launch of its first standalone community pharmacy in Nairobi, marking its entry into the retail pharmaceutical sector.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The new facility, situated at Britam Towers in Upper Hill, signals the beginning of a wider expansion strategy that will see the organization establish a network of community pharmacies across Kenya and other African markets.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Speaking during the launch on Wednesday, Equity Group Foundation Executive Chairman Dr. James Mwangi said the initiative is intended to bridge longstanding gaps in access to affordable, quality medicines, particularly for communities that remain underserved by formal healthcare systems.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">He noted that many Kenyans still face challenges accessing licensed pharmacies, a situation that continues to contribute to disparities in healthcare delivery and outcomes.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“Today, very few Kenyans have convenient access to a licensed pharmacy, underscoring deep inequalities that leave vast populations underserved and excluded from essential care,” said Mwangi.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">According to Dr. Mwangi, the community pharmacy model is designed to make essential medicines more accessible while significantly lowering healthcare costs.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">He said the initiative aims to reduce the cost of medicines by between 50 and 80 percent through an integrated healthcare approach that combines pharmaceutical services with broader medical care.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">“Through this franchise model, our strategic objective is to enhance access to high-quality, affordable medicine and integrated healthcare, with the goal of reducing the cost of medicine by 50 percent to 80 percent while significantly expanding access to safe and effective pharmaceutical care for all Kenyans,” he said.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The pharmacy will stock both prescription and non-prescription medicines and offer additional preventive health services, including free blood pressure and blood sugar screening.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Customers will also have access to nutrition and wellness advice, with referrals to Equity Afya clinics provided where specialized medical attention is required.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The launch represents a strategic evolution of Equity Afya’s healthcare model, extending its services beyond clinic-based care to include dedicated pharmaceutical outlets within communities.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Equity Afya currently serves an average of 130,000 patients every month through its growing healthcare network. The franchise operates 146 facilities across Kenya and an additional four in the Democratic Republic of Congo.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The network is staffed by multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, pharmaceutical technologists, dentists, oral health officers, laboratory technologists, sonographers and optometrists.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Its facilities are equipped with modern medical technology to support the delivery of both preventive and curative healthcare services.</p>
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