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Eastleigh businesses staring at losses from uncovered risks as many shun insurance
Alfred Onyango  |  Jul 14, 2024

On average, out of every five businesses we surveyed, about four said they do not see the need to insure their businesses against specific losses

Untold stories of Somali culture through pictures and art
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 06, 2024

Ali and his students preserved a remarkable selection of 48 pictures and drawings that survived the ravages of civil unrest

Eastleigh sugarcane farmers savour sweet profits from the rare venture
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 02, 2024

Plots of land in Airbase Ward have been transformed into successful sugarcane farms by a group of industrious farmers

Business as usual in Eastleigh amid nationwide anti-Finance Bill demos
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 25, 2024

Key outlets such as the Day to Day, Tasnim, Sunrise, Al Noor, and Bangkok malls on Mohamed Yusuf Hajii Avenue opened their doors at 9 a.m.

Tarmacking of Eastleigh's Eighth Street a welcome boost for businesses
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 22, 2024

The repairs have improved the face of the area, making it a magnet for both small and large business owners and leading to a noticeable increase in ec...

James Nduati's 20-year journey to building Eastleigh charcoal empire
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 19, 2024

Nduati, a father of three, has used the proceeds from his business to raise and educate his children. His supply chain is extensive, with the charcoal...

A nostalgic journey into Eastleigh's 90s manyanga matatu culture
Yassin Juma  |  Jun 15, 2024

The matatus were pimped, with colourful names inspired by urban culture, inside lights, graffiti vinyl sticking and painting, and strong sound systems...

ODPP orders probe after pastor's remarks spark furore over xenophobia against Somalis
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 08, 2024

An unidentified pastor is captured issuing remarks about Somalis in Kenya, which several leaders from the community have described as hateful, baseles...

Stakeholders challenge State’s plan to designate hawker spaces in Eastleigh
Albert Mwazighe  |  Jun 01, 2024

Over the last decade, as Eastleigh’s reputation as a profitable business hub has grown, many traders in Nairobi have dumped popular markets such as Mu...

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud tours Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 29, 2024

Hassan went on a guided tour of the Business Bay Square (BBS) Mall, the biggest in East and Central Africa. 

Business district association, Nairobi County team clean up Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 25, 2024

The exercise followed a meeting on Thursday between the EBDA and Nairobi City County officials to address the garbage menace in Eastleigh.

Eastleigh Business District Association pledges major investments in Konza smart city
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 22, 2024

Led by EBDA Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi, they pledged to create "another Eastleigh" there, referring to the business hub reported to contribute at least...

Eastleigh offers relief to textile traders
Albert Mwazighe  |  May 11, 2024

Traders are among the many stakeholders in the apparel industry whose prospects have been significantly influenced by the growth in textile trade in E...

Kenya-Somalia ties: From frosty relations to a flourishing bond
Amina Wako  |  May 11, 2024

The two countries signed a political consultation deal which enables them to engage in regular discussions and exchange views on matters of mutual int...

Ruto gives Eastleigh property developers go-ahead for taller buildings
Mary Wambui  |  May 06, 2024

President William Ruto has declared that the buildings can now be 2 or 30 floors tall.

How the allure of Eastleigh’s tourism is attracting travel agencies
Albert Mwazighe  |  Apr 27, 2024

The image of Eastleigh has been significantly transformed, with a rich cultural heritage attracting thousands of people every day in search of unique...

How two businessmen were conned out of Sh20.4 million in fake dollars deal
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 16, 2024

They are accussed of defrauding the businessmen by claiming they could sell them US dollars at an exchange rate of Sh120.

Business slows in Eastleigh after festive Eid season ends
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 15, 2024

A vibrant business atmosphere was witnessed in the last 10 days of Ramadan, during which Eastleigh welcomed thousands of shoppers.

Eastleigh labourers fight stiff competition as foreign workers flood market
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 04, 2024

Labourers, including house managers and construction workers, are forced to start their days very early and lower their charges in order to survive.

Why Eastleigh residents prefer crushed oats for pre-dawn Ramadan meal
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 01, 2024

Muslims explain why crushed oats, or sareen, are the preferred choice for suhuur, the pre-dawn meal they have before fasting each day.

Man shot in Eastleigh robbery suffered serious spinal cord injuries - doctor
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2024

Doctors say Adan Ali Mohamed, 26, needs a procedure to stabilise the spine and decompress the spinal cord in order to recover.

Eastleigh Airbase among areas to get 25-floor buildings as height limits lifted
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 24, 2024

The governor clarified that this development does not mean all building proposals will automatically be approved.

Samosa: Eastleigh's most popular Ramadan snack
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 18, 2024

For many residents of Eastleigh, breaking the fast without eating a samosa feels like an incomplete process.

Bustling Eastleigh business hub lures youth from Tanzania
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 19, 2024

Operating as a group of seven young men stationed across Eastleigh, Riziki and his friends supply fresh juice to residents.

Teenager Zinedine Muthoka explores urban farming in bustling Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 04, 2024

Zinedine Muthoka, from Airbase Ward, turned to farming mid last year, after he was unable to pursue higher education due to financial constraints.

Garbage menace: California Ward residents, county workers start monthly cleanup
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 02, 2024

The cleanup, which ran from 9 am to 2 pm, marked the beginning of a monthly endeavour aimed at maintaining California's cleanliness.

Art against terror: At Eastleigh event, creatives take stance against radicalisation
Paul Aginnah  |  Feb 26, 2024

The programme aims to engage stakeholders at different levels in improving the capacity of national, county, and grassroots entities to effectively ad...

Free lunch, camel milk toast as Ajmal Restaurant opens in Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 25, 2024

Ajmal Restaurant aims to stand out by offering diverse culinary experiences, including Indo-Arabic cuisine alongside traditional Somali dishes like da...

Delayed end-year party celebrates Eastleigh North police officers' hard work
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 24, 2024

The event, attended by top police officials and community leaders, celebrated the dedication and hard work displaced by law enforcement personnel thro...

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