Kenya Engineer

Africa’s long-term savings institutions are joining forces to drive infrastructure development on the continent through a landmark programme aimed at unlocking more than $1.17 trillion in national savings. The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the Africa Social Security Association (ASSA) on Tuesday unveiled the ‘Africa Saving for Growth’ initiative during the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) at the UN General...

When U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on 23 September 2025, he described climate change as “the greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world.” He went further, dismissing carbon footprints as a “hoax” driven by “evil intentions.” These remarks strike at the heart of global climate cooperation. For a continent like Africa—responsible for less than...

The recent announcement from the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) regarding the court mention, Public Service Commission (PSC) response, and a presidential directive on 10,000 job opportunities for engineers is not just a policy milestone — it is a potential inflection point for the career trajectories of Kenya’s engineering, technologist, technician, and artisan workforce. The petition seeks a number...

Kenya’s energy sector is at a crossroads. With nearly 80% of Kenyans now connected to electricity and one of the greenest grids in the world, the next decade will determine whether the country can balance affordability, reliability, and its ambitious renewable energy targets. In an exclusive interview with Kenya Engineer, George Aluru, CEO of the Electricity Sector Association of Kenya...

Kenya and Uganda are moving forward decisively with their respective Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extensions—each aimed at transforming regional trade, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing connectivity. The ambitious corridor stretching from the Kenyan port of Mombasa through Naivasha, Kisumu, Malaba to Kampala is fast becoming more than just a vision—it’s taking shape. Project Overview & Route Kenya side: The plan...

In mid-September 2025, engineering professionals, policymakers, educators and innovators from across Africa convened in Kampala, Uganda, for the 11th UNESCO Africa Engineering Week & 9th African Engineering Conference (AEW & AEC). Held from 14-20 September at Speke Resort, Munyonyo, the event was hosted by the Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE), in collaboration with UNESCO, the Federation of African...

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) has made a major change at its top: Engineer John Muoki Mativo has been relieved of his duties as Managing Director/CEO, effective 19 September 2025, and Eng. Kipkemoi Kibias has been appointed in an acting capacity. Background Tenure of John Mativo: Dr. Eng. John Mativo was appointed substantive MD/CEO in April 2023. His...

African governments are being encouraged to present their new national climate plans as opportunities to supercharge economies and boost living standards across the continent, as deadlines approach for all countries in the Paris Agreement to submit these plans. "Strong new national climate plans are blueprints for stronger economies, more jobs and rising living standards, across all African nations. Strong plans...

The Sustainable Energy Conference 2025 kicks off on Wednesday 17th September, at Olkaria in Naivasha, Nakuru County, bringing together key players in Kenya’s energy sector to deliberate on the future of clean and reliable power. The three-day forum runs until Friday, 19th September. The conference will focus on the integration of renewable energy sources into the national grid, a critical...

The Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), led by Registrar and CEO Eng. Margaret Ogai, participated in the 11th UNESCO Africa Engineering Week and 9th African Engineering Conference hosted by the Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE) in Kampala, Uganda. A key highlight of the event was the inaugural Registrars’ Forum, a side event supported by GIZ, which brought together high-level...