The Kenyan government has launched a groundbreaking Sh1 trillion Kenya National Agri-Food Systems Investment Plan (NASIP) 2026–2030 to revolutionize the agricultural sector over the next five years.

• The plan aims to create over 2 million jobs, with 30 percent reserved for women and youth.
• Key stakeholders involved include the Kenyan government (national and county), the private sector, and development partners like the World Bank and IFAD.
• Funding will be a mix: 45 percent from government, 35 percent from the private sector, and 20 percent from development partners.

The article "Cash forTrash" explores the growing economic potential of urban waste management in Kenya, highlighting innovative solutions that transform discarded materials into valuable resources.

• Ecoloop Solutions Africa is pioneering on-site waste processing technologies.
• The company deploys reverse vending machines, Aerobin composting systems, and Organic Waste Composters (OWCs).
• These solutions incentivise recycling, produce compost, and reduce landfill pressure, contributing to the circular economy.

Kenyan company Impact Botanics-Africa is tapping into the growing natural products market by processing indigenous crops into value-added nutrition and personal care items.

• The company, initially Richant Food Processors founded in 2013, rebranded in 2017 and has made significant strides in value addition.
• Founded by Justin Nyasinga and Antony Ngari with an initial capital of Sh1 million.
• Impact Botanics-Africa partners with over 2,900 farmers across East Africa, working with more than 20 crop types and processing over 800 tonnes of produce annually.