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12 August 2024 hgom3 2 min read

Tuk-Tuks Overtake Donkey Carts in Nyeri’s Transport Scene

In Nyeri, Kenya, the traditional use of donkey carts for transporting goods is being overtaken by Chinese-made tuk-tuks. Traders like Mwangi Githae have switched to these motor rickshaws, citing their reliability, speed, and capacity to cover greater distances. Tuk-tuks have also alleviated issues with stray donkeys and have become a more popular option for local transport, with models like Dayun and Captain leading the market.

Business Features

7 August 2024 hgom3 3 min read

Empowering: Uhuru’s Chinese-built Kenol-Sagana-Marua Road Transformation

The upgrade of Kenya’s Kenol-Sagana-Marua road into an eight-lane dual carriageway is revolutionizing lives. Former housewife Mercy Nyaguthii, now a thriving entrepreneur, exemplifies this change. Alongside 300+ women, she’s turned roadside markets into bustling hubs, providing for her family and breaking economic barriers. This vital infrastructure project, supervised by Kenya National Highways Authority, is not just a road—it’s a lifeline.

Economy Environment Features

4 August 2024 hgom3 4 min read

How Biogas Transforms Lives and Empowers Women

Biogas is transforming rural Kenyan communities by offering a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, reducing carbon footprints, and empowering women. Through World Vision Kenya’s IMARA program, women like Zeddy Chepkiyach can now cook with biogas, saving money and time, and avoiding health hazards from traditional fuels. This initiative helps combat climate change, reduces deforestation, and promotes cleaner, renewable energy. Biogas is a vital tool for achieving Kenya’s environmental and socio-economic goals.