Langata, Uhuru Highway Among Major Nairobi Roads to be Closed on Sunday

Multiple major roads in Nairobi, including Langata Road and Uhuru Highway, are expected to close on Sunday, October 5, 2025, for the annual Grand Nairobi Bike Race. The event, starting at Nyayo Stadium, will bring together thousands of cyclists.

Nairobi to Introduce 'Dress Code' for Boda Bodas

Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja announced new directives for boda boda riders, including mandatory distinctive reflector jackets and registration numbers, to enhance safety and order in the city.

Nairobi’s Green Park underpass project along the Uhuru Highway–Haile Selassie Avenue roundabout near

Mawingu gets Sh2.6bn to expand affordable internet in underserved areas

Mawingu, an internet service provider, has secured Sh2.6 billion from Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Fund II (PRIF II) to expand affordable broadband access in unserved and underserved regions across Africa. This financing aims to connect one million people by 2028 through acquisitions and digital infrastructure investments.

Kenya’s Economy Grows 5.0% in Q2 2025 on Agriculture and Services

Kenya’s economy grew by 5.0% in the second quarter of 2025, outstripping the 4.6% growth in the same period last year. This expansion was primarily driven by strong performances in the agriculture and services sectors, alongside a recovery in construction and mining.

Cheaper Credit Unlocks Kenya’s Construction Sector Growth

Kenya’s construction sector is experiencing a significant boom, driven by easier access to credit and robust developer financing, leading to a sharp rebound in building activity and surging property demand. The industry expanded by 5.7% in the second quarter of 2025, reversing a 3.7% contraction in the same period of 2024.