Food security

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BUSINESS

World Bank Report Flags Risks in Africa’s Mega-Irrigation Projects

A new report by the World Bank and partners, titled Nourish and Flourish: Water Solutions to Feed 10 Billion People on a Livable...

Shadrack kisiero, Seed Maize Farmer Trans Nzoia(left), Susan Ndungu Head, SME Banking NCBA and Wilson Saina, Production Officer, Kenya Seed
BUSINESSNEWS

NCBA, Kenya Seed Step Up Financing Push for Farmers Ahead of 2026 Planting Season

Lender expands agribusiness push as farmers seek funding for 2026 planting season

BUSINESS

State Targets 6 Mega Dams, 2M Acres of Irrigation in Food Security Push

Kenya is preparing for a major shift in how it feeds itself, with the government planning to rely less on rainfall and more...

Executive Director of Food Banking Kenya, John Gathungu, and Majid Al Futtaim Retail Regional Director for East Africa
BUSINESS

Carrefour, Food Banking Kenya Partner to Boost Food Security and Cut Waste

Carrefour Kenya has entered into a partnership with Food Banking Kenya (FBK) to help reduce food waste and support vulnerable communities across the...

Food security in kenya
NEWS

10 Counties to Benefit From Govt’s KSh34 Billion Food Security Fund

The Government of Kenya has signed an agreement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) worth US $262.6 million (approximately KSh 34.1...

Agriculture technology in Kenya
OPINION

Technology Can Transform Kenya’s Agricultural Sector

Kenya’s agriculture sector has grown by 4.8% annually since 2012 with its share of GDP at 33% as of 2016. At the same...

Food security in Kenya
ECONOMYOPINION

Achieving Food Security Goes Beyond Good Budgets

The Kenyan Government has been proactive in expressing its allegiance to the diverse global commitments such as the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals,...

Water dams in Kenya
OPINION

Why Clean Water For All Remains a Pipedream

Water is a source of life and prosperity, hence a key driver of sustainable growth and development. Access to clean safe and adequate...

Desert Locusts mating. The FAO says that the situation in East Africa is extremely alarming and will get worse with new infestations. www.businesstoday.co.ke
ECONOMY

Fight Against Locusts Should Continue Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic

The government has seemingly slowed down the response against the desert locust invasion which continues in the different parts of the country. With...