Central Bank of Kenya’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which met on Tuesday, has lowered the Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 25 basis points to 9.75 per cent from 10 per cent. Governor Kamau Thugge, who is also the chairman of the MPC said that the average lending rates in the domestic market have continued to decline, while private sector credit growth has recovered modestly. He further explained that the MPC will closely monitor the impact of this policy decision as well as developments in the global and domestic economy and stands ready to take further action as necessary in line with its mandate. According to Dr. Thugge, the Committee met against a backdrop of elevated uncertainties about the global outlook for growth, lower but sticky inflation in advanced economies, heightened trade tensions, and persistent geopolitical tensions. He highlighted that although the U.S. and China have retreated on their previously announced tariff levels, the outcomes of bilateral trade negotiations between the U.S. and key trading partners remain highly uncertain, adding that reduced global demand, particularly in China, and escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine conflict remain key risks to growth. He further disclosed that global headline inflation has moderated but is projected to decline at a slower pace due to the expected inflationary impact of higher tariffs on trade.
Nyeri County Labour Officer Joan Wangari has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to tackling child labour through collaborative efforts with key stakeholders. Wangari emphasised the importance of raising public awareness of the rights of children and the harmful impact of child exploitation, particularly in the workplace. She said her office’s goal is to educate community leaders, teachers and NGOs on what constitutes child labour so that they can help stop it, adding that while exact figures remain unclear, the need to protect children from harmful labour practices is urgent and ongoing. She spoke during a preparatory meeting ahead of the World Day Against Child Labour celebrations set for today. This year’s national event will be hosted in Nyeri County at the King’ong’o Primary School grounds.
In the lead-up to World Giraffe Day on June 20th, the Kenya Wildlife Service was yesterday honoured to host the team from AFEW Kenya – Giraffe Centre, led by CEO Christine Nyang’aya, for a high-level planning session with KWS Director General Prof. Erustus Kanga. For over four decades, the Giraffe Centre has been a pillar in conservation education—working hand in hand with KWS and other partners to raise awareness on the plight of the endangered Rothschild’s Giraffe. Their efforts have helped embed wildlife conservation in the hearts of thousands of Kenyan children and youth.
Yesterday’s meeting focused on collaborative efforts to make this year’s World Giraffe Day the most engaging and impactful yet, through community events, learning experiences, and national awareness campaigns. Together, we are shaping a future where giraffes continue to roam freely across Kenya’s landscapes.
The Ministry of Health, through the Division of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH), yesterday convened a high-level Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting in Nairobi to discuss strategies for accelerating progress in RMNCAH service delivery across the country. The meeting brought together country directors from various partner organizations supporting RMNCAH initiatives in Kenya. Some of the partners present included Jacaranda Health, Population Services Kenya (PSI), Health NGOs Network (HENNET), Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK), Kenya Pediatric Association (KPA), Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), PATH, and the World Health Organization (WHO). Discussions focused on: RMNCAH programme updates for the Annual Work Plan (FY 2024/2025) covering family planning, newborn and child health, maternal health, gender-based violence, adolescent health, sexual and reproductive health, advocacy and social behavior change, and research; RMNCAH financing and the investment case; Updates on the Every Woman Every Newborn Everywhere (EWENE) forum; Preparations for the upcoming IMNH/RMNCAH Conference; SHA benefit package for pregnant women, among other key issues. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to working with partners to strengthen coordination and improve health outcomes for women, children and adolescents.
The Ministry of Health, through the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, yesterday convened a consultative meeting with partners under the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Alliance to enhance coordination in the fight against tobacco use.
Chaired by Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, the meeting brought together key stakeholders to deliberate on the development of a partnership coordination framework to guide joint planning, implementation, and accountability in tobacco control. The proposed framework seeks to foster synergy, maximize resource efficiency, and accelerate progress towards a smoke-free, healthier Kenya. Reaffirming the Government’s commitment, PS Mary Muthoni emphasized that tobacco control remains a national health priority.
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