'How I gather my intelligence': Gachagua explains his network of sources By Claire Munde August 01, 2026 10:51 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua gestures during a rally in Ma …
'Wear diapers, delay your periods': Amakove Wala's advice for women on the campaign trail By Claire Munde July 28, 2026 08:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize First-time Vihiga Woman Repres …
SHE MEANS BUSINESS| The science of hope: Inside an IVF lab in Kenya By Claire Munde July 14, 2026 11:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Ayieta Lumbasyo. …
The great beauty reset: Why more Kenyans are removing tattoos, eyebrows and gel nails By Claire Munde July 11, 2026 09:46 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A file photo of a tattoo on someone's hand. …
SHE MEANS BUSINESS| Child abductions, school unrest & Femicide - Ruto advisor Harriet Chiggai speaks By Claire Munde June 15, 2026 09:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize As cases of femicid …
Budget 2026/27: The Sh1.1 trillion deficit question By Claire Munde June 12, 2026 07:46 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Treasury CS John Mbadi displays the budget briefcase at Parliament Building in Nairobi …
Finance Bill 2026 Explained: A crash course with economist Ruth Kendagor By Claire Munde June 08, 2026 12:56 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Ruth Kendagor. …
Finance Bill 2026: Stakeholders push for wider PAYE relief beyond low-income earners By Claire Munde June 05, 2026 10:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Treasury CS John Mbadi during a Citizen Digital X Spa …
SHE MEANS BUSINESS| The truth about running a business in Kenya - Phyllis Wakiaga By Claire Munde June 03, 2026 12:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Phyillis Wakiaga. …
SHE MEANS BUSINESS| Rugby over egos - KRU chairperson Harriet Okach speaks By Claire Munde May 12, 2026 10:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Chairperson Harriet Okach. …
President Ruto is leading national Mazingira Day celebrations in Trans Nzoia County as part of efforts to meet a target of growing 15 billion trees by 2032. The celebrations come amid public concern over tree-felling in Kenya's forests and questions from environmentalists about the government's commitment to forest conservation.
President Ruto is leading national Mazingira Day celebrations in Trans Nzoia County as part of efforts to meet a target of growing 15 billion trees by 2032. The celebrations come amid public concern over tree-felling in Kenya's forests and questions from environmentalists about the government's commitment to forest conservation.
Nancy Njau, Family Bank CEO since 2024, discusses her two-decade career progression from graduate clerk through various banking roles. She reflects on changes in Kenya's banking industry and explains factors such as repayment history and income that influence loan pricing and interest rates.
Gilgil MP Martha Wangari has ruled out using the United Democratic Alliance ticket to seek a third term in the 2027 General Election, while declining to commit to any specific political party. She describes herself as maintaining independent positions on political issues based on constitutional and merit grounds rather than political allegiance.
Being listed as someone's next of kin does not automatically mean you will inherit their money or property when they die. A beneficiary is a person specifically designated to receive a benefit from an asset, policy, account, will or other arrangement, a distinction advocate Dianah Mureithi explains in a discussion of estate planning.
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has discussed her political positioning and the "fence sitter" label, explaining she is not driven by the need to align with political alliances simply for their sake. She also recounted a near-death experience when a boat she was travelling in during Homa Bay campaigns developed a problem and burst, which she suggested may not have been coincidental.
Susan Mang'eni, Principal Secretary for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, stated that the government's Hustler Fund and its successor, the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, are designed to address gaps in access to affordable credit for people unable to obtain financing through conventional institutions, rather than simply provide handouts.
Naisula Lesuuda, who began her career in journalism, was the youngest nominated Senator in 2013 before winning the Samburu West parliamentary seat in 2017 and re-elected in 2022, despite the area's patriarchal nature. She discusses her journey from the newsroom to Parliament and the challenges of seeking political office as a woman.
Jennifer Karina, a career coach and relationship expert, argues that highly successful people can face unique challenges in personal relationships, as professional qualities like independence, ambition, high standards, and decisiveness may create tension if not balanced with vulnerability, communication, and emotional connection.
The Kenya Wildlife Service reported 16 elephant deaths at Amboseli National Park as of early August, with preliminary analysis pointing to cyanide poisoning as the probable cause, though the agency awaits final laboratory test results before conclusively determining the cause of each death.
A Citizen Digital series profiles women running for parliament and county representative positions ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election, examining challenges they face including fundraising, visibility, gender stereotypes, and historical male dominance in electoral spaces. The episode features three candidates: Budalang'i MP aspirant Mediatrice Wangira, Makadara MP aspirant Faith Lukosi, and first-time Vihiga Woman Representative aspirant Dr. Amakove Wala.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he gathers intelligence through informants in the civil service, police, National Intelligence Service, and state corporations, and shares information only after verification while protecting source identities.
First-time Vihiga Woman Representative aspirant Amakove Wala has highlighted the physical, emotional and gender-specific challenges women face while campaigning, including managing menstruation and personal safety during high-speed political convoys, speaking from her experience at rallies across multiple counties.
A "She Means Business" episode features an embryologist explaining IVF laboratory procedures and a bioethicist discussing the ethical and legal questions surrounding surrogacy in Kenya, including financial considerations.
A growing market in Nairobi is developing around removal and reversal of past beauty decisions, as people move away from permanent or semi-permanent modifications like tattoos, tattooed eyebrows, and gel nails in favor of natural aesthetics.
Harriette Chiggai, Women's and Children's Rights Adviser to President William Ruto, argues that femicide, child abductions, and school unrest stem from children being exposed to bad behavior from adults. She points to incidents including the Utumishi Girls Secondary School tragedy that killed 16 students, saying a normalized culture of violence and intolerance is the root cause.
President Ruto's 2026/27 budget shows total expenditure of Sh4.82 trillion against revenue and grants of Sh3.67 trillion, creating a Sh1.146 trillion fiscal deficit equivalent to 5.5 per cent of GDP. The government plans to finance nearly 90 per cent of the shortfall through domestic borrowing rather than external debt.
As Kenya prepares for the 2026 Budget, economist Ruth Kendagor explains the fundamentals of public finance, including how government raises money through taxes, levies, fees, grants, and borrowing, and the role of institutions like the National Treasury and Parliament in the budget-making process.
Tax experts and financial sector stakeholders have welcomed several proposals in the Finance Bill 2026, particularly measures aimed at easing the tax burden on Kenyans, while calling for amendments to ensure greater fairness and economic impact. ICPAK Chairperson Elizabeth Kalunda praised the bill for avoiding new taxes during economic pressures and welcomed proposals for pre-populated tax returns and exemptions from taxation.
Former Kenya Association of Manufacturers CEO Phyllis Wakiaga warns aspiring entrepreneurs to approach business with realism, assessing scalability and sustainability. While Kenya's manufacturing sector has diversified and adopted more technology, gaps remain in infrastructure costs, energy access, and support for local industries.
Kenya Rugby Union Chairperson Harriet Okach, the first woman to chair the union, says the current board is focused on growing the game and that personal friendships are secondary to performance and professionalism. She emphasises that people do not need to be friends to make rugby work.
Chief Justice Martha Koome has opened up about her personal and professional journey, highlighting resilience as a defining thread throughout her life and career, and reflecting on experiences captured in her book Courting Courage in an interview on the She Means Business podcast.
Radio personality Kalekye Mumo spent a decade in broadcasting before leaving to pursue music and ultimately launch her own business ventures, citing a desire for creative control and agency. She reflects on her music career in Kenya and entrepreneurial setbacks, including an unsuccessful salon.