[Edwin Nyarangi, Standard]The establishment of 47 industrial and aggregation parks will herald an economic revolution. The Jua Kali dream in Nairobi’s small scale manufacturing industry will be realised at the capital city’s industrial park. Livestock improvement breeds, beef canning and leather tanning will be realised in Isiolo, Wajir and Garissa industrial parks. The answer is with the 47 industrial parks. Therefore, climate smart technologies should be incorporated into the development of the industrial parks.

In a statement, LoDDCA requested President Salva Kiir’s administration to provide a military escort to trucks to minimise insecurity incidents. Additionally, LoDDCA asked truck drivers to strictly operate during the daytime when traversing South Sudan. While asking truck drivers to be diligent while operating in South Sudan, the drivers were asked only to operate between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. The truck drivers further demanded Salva Kiir’s government to clear bushes along major highways. South Sudan being a landlocked country depends on the Port of Mombasa in Kenya to import and export goods.

Editor's Review "If I go to the village what business do I have talking to people in English and I am not a white person. Won't that be arrogance and pride?”Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended himself over addressing Mt Kenya residents in the Kikuyu language. The DP noted that he speaks in English or Kiswahili in places where people do not understand the Kikuyu Language. “I am talking in English because some of you may not understand my language. DP Gachagua pointed out that no one chooses where to be born and everything is planned by God.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah on Wednesday took a swipe at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over the latter’s campaign seeking to unite Mt Kenya. Speaking during a parliamentary session on Wednesday noon, the vocal legislator accused the second in command of fragmenting the nation. Ichung'wah while insisting on the matter, underscored the need for national unity regardless of voting patterns recorded in national elections. Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wah in a meeting on April 3, 2024 Photo Kimani Ichung'wahAccording to Ichung'wah, the Deputy President's One man, One Vote, One Shilling campaign is retrogressive and has the potential of alienating the Mt Kenya region from the rest of the country. “Development is the entire nation's right, regardless of voting patterns in general elections,” Ichung’wah noted.

“I am way more comfortable than most places and it is just nice to be able to play matches here. A winning start for Dan Evans at the #RothesayOpen Nottingham! It feels really familiar when I walk out there. “I would love to win some more matches this week; I obviously believe that I can. It’s hard to win matches and there are a lot more tests to come.”For the latest action on the British summer grass court season, check out the LTA website

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hit out at his critics, telling them he will not shy away from being proud of his tribe. "Everybody should be proud of your origin and identity, nobody should ever make you feel embarrassed about your origin and identity,'' Gachagua said. Speaking when he addressed the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya International Conference in Mombasa on Wednesday, Gachagua said he will always retreat to the village after work. "I don't want to say a lot, I want to go to Nairobi briefly then I go to the village,'' he said. Defending his dalliance with his Kikuyu language when addressing rallies and meeting his backyard, Gachagua said language is an element of identity.

Bio Foods is working closely with milk farmers and their cooperatives to address challenges affecting the quality of dairy products. Bio Foods Chief Executive Officer Joachim Westerveld told the Star that the company has managed to turn around the dairy sector because of its proactive measures and interventions. The numerous challenges, he said, remain a major threat to boosting farmers' earnings and securing the health of consumers. One of the biggest challenges that he said is bogging down farmers, Westerveld said, is the threat of high levels of aflatoxin in milk. Speaking on the cost of animal feeds as another challenge facing dairy farmers, Westerveld said his company is investing in production to try to bring the cost down.

Mercedes: Where did the iconic name come fromMercedes-AMG GLE 53 Review: Angrier, faster and better | TOI AutoMercedes-Benz: A Star is BornGerman carmaker Mercedes is instantly recognizable across the world - both by its name ‘Mercedes-Benz’ and the iconic three-pointed star logo but few know the intriguing history behind this globally-renowned brand. After Daimler's death, Emil Jellinek joined and helped create the Mercedes 35hp in 1900, naming it after his daughter Mercedes, which means “mercy” in Spanish.The name "Mercedes" didn't come from a founder or an engineer. Kallenius revealed that it was actually the name of Emil Jellinek's daughter, Mercedes Jellinek. Emil Jellinek was an Austrian industrialist and a passionate racing enthusiast. The Mercedes-Benz name combines Mercedes Jellinek and Karl Benz.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has revealed some of the members of a team formed to address grievances raised by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Uhuru on Monday claimed that he had been denied some of his benefits as stipulated by the Retirement Benefits Acts. Kuria revealed that the team members include Interior CS Kithure Kindiki, him and Police IG Japhet Koome. The Head of Public Service has been tasked with ensuring that complaints related to Uhuru's staff are addressed. The phone conversation came after Uhuru's spokesperson Kanze Dena, on Monday, addressed the media accusing the government of failing to honour the Retirement Benefits Act.

KUALA LUMPUR: The candidate representing the unity government in the Sungai Bakap state by-election has been finalised and will be officially announced on Wednesday (June 12) at 9pmUnity government Secretariat head Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki in a statement said the decision was reached at the secretariat meeting involving the top leadership of Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional which took place on Tuesday (June 11) at Seri Perdana, Putrajaya. "For the purpose of coordinating and standardising the work of the by-election machinery, the meeting decided to appoint Rafizi Ramli and Senator Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir as co-chairmen of the Unity Government’s election machinery main committee," said the statement. The statement also said that the Sungai Bakap state by-election joint operation chairmen representing the Penang Unity Government will be led by Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid and Datuk Musa Sheikh Fadzir. The Election Commission (EC) set the voting day for the Sungai Bakap state by-election on July 6 with the nomination of candidate and early voting set on June 22 and July 2 respectively. The Sungai Bakap seat fell vacant following the death of its incumbent, Nor Zamri Latiff on May 24 due to a stomach inflammation.

For some of the teens, giving up their smartphone has been really difficult. After just 27 hours, 14-year-old Charlie has dropped out and asked for his device back. Some are getting better sleep, they say, while others feel they have been more productive without their phones. “I feel like I’m learning stuff and engaging more - I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything,” says Grace, 15. Straight after school, on the first day of the experiment, she and her friends went to buy plastic jewels to “gem-up” her brick-phone.

Major Wales Jordan Aidini was set to get married before he died in a plane crash. Source: FacebookWhat happened to vice president of Malawi? Malawi's vice president Saulos Chilima and nine other people died when a military plane they were travelling in crashed in Chikangwa Forest. Malawi president Lazarus Chakwera confirmed the death of Chilima and the other nine occupants of the ill-fated plane. Major Wales Aidini's weddingIt has been reported that Major Wales Aidini was part of 10 Malawians who perished in the crash.

The FBI director Christopher Asher Wray concluded his trip to Kenya Wednesday after a series of meetings with top security officials. Part of the mission of our visit is to say thank you for the cooperation and collaboration,” he said. Security officials termed the visit historic given Wray and his team spent five days in Nairobi holding meetings and visiting various places. This month, Wray said, a team of over a dozen Kenyan investigators will begin undercover training at the FBI Academy in Virginia. He said he came to Kenya to say 'thank you' for the outstanding collaboration and cooperation they have with the FBI.

So far, several employees have taken to social media to share stories about their work lives, including the challenges they face on the job. A Reddit user recently revealed that his employer wants to check his phone, which he believes is ‘Illegal.’In the ‘Anti Work’ sub, a user named @BlueSeaChief claimed that his company required employees to download an app that would monitor their personal phone activity. ‘My employer recently switched to a new time card app that tracks my phone. However, I’m sure if you try to discuss this with senior management, the answer will be ‘If you don’t like it, leave’. If the company doesn’t pay for your phone service, they can’t even legally require you to download an app (like for a watch).

Anticipation levels were revved up on Tuesday evening as The Curzon Mayfair welcomed the gala screening of new film The Bikeriders. Ensuring she claimed the spotlight, Jodie Comer looked stunning in a custom-made Vivienne Westwood gown as she joined co-stars Austin Butler and Tom Hardy on the blue carpet. The Elvis star leads the talented cast of The Bikeriders as main character Benny, while Jodie plays his girlfriend Kathy. Sporting a buzzcut, the Mad Max: Fury Road star added a casual touch with a pair of black hi-top trainers. Upon arrival, Tom enthusiastically greeted Jodie and gave her a warm hug as they caught up on the blue carpet.