Author: Milcah Lukhanyu

The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) has launched a regional scaling hub in Kenya to accelerate the delivery of science-based agricultural solutions to farmers and communities across East and Southern Africa.  This initiative directly addresses the alarming food insecurity crisis in the region, where an estimated 61.6 million people are currently food insecure, with millions more at risk. According to CGIAR, the hub will play a critical role in achieving the objectives of CGIAR’s Scaling for Impact Program, which aims to support over 62 million people by 2030. “This hub provides a physical space for CGIAR and our…

Ory Okolloh, a prominent entrepreneur, investor, and thought leader renowned for driving innovation and impactful change across Africa, has been appointed to the board of the GSMA Foundation. This appointment underscores Okolloh’s expertise in leveraging technology for social and economic development. The GSMA, established in 2007, is a global organization uniting the mobile ecosystem to identify, develop, and deliver innovations crucial for fostering positive business environments and societal progress. Its core mission is to unlock the transformative power of connectivity, enabling individuals, industries, and societies to thrive. Representing mobile operators and organizations throughout the mobile ecosystem and related sectors, the…

Revital Healthcare EPZ is a Kenyan medical device manufacturer that provides reliable, affordable, unique, and thoughtfully developed high-quality medical devices and supply chain solutions to boost access to sensitive products across the globe. Medical devices that are used in diagnosing, preventing, monitoring, or even treating medical conditions are a big part of the pharmaceutical sector. However, Africa imports nearly all its vaccines and a substantial portion of its medicines and medical devices, leading to high costs and limited access for many. This reliance on imports exacerbates supply chain disruptions, making it difficult for communities to access necessary healthcare products. Revital…