The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has announce the official launch of the BAKE Awards 2025.

The launch coincides with the opening of the submission phase of the competition, which begins today.

In its ninth year, the BAKE Awards has evolved from a competition exclusively for bloggers to a celebration of all facets of online content creation.

The awards now recognize and honour exceptional creators on various platforms, including blogs, social media channels like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as podcasting platforms such as Spotify and YouTube.

The BAKE Awards 2025 will kick off with the submission period, accepting entries in various categories from September 9th to October 8th, 2025.

Following this, a panel of judges will select the top five nominees in each category, who will then be put to a public vote.

The winners will be celebrated and announced in December.

The official timeline for the BAKE Awards 2025 is as follows:

Submissions Phase: September 10th to October 8th, 2025

Judging Phase: October 9th to October 30th, 2025

Online Voting: November 3rd to December 2nd, 2025

Winners’ Announcement: December 6th, 2025

Submissions will be accepted in 23 distinct categories.

A creator can only be submitted in one category, with the exception of new creators (those who started between January 2024 and December 2024), who are eligible for both the New Creator category and one other category that best suits their content.

"We are incredibly proud to see how the BAKE Awards have grown over the past nine years,” said Kennedy Kachwanya, BAKE chairperson.

Adding “The awards are a testament to the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of digital content creation in Kenya. We are excited to once again honor the remarkable talent that exists across a diverse range of platforms.”

To submit creators for the BAKE Awards 2025, please visit bakeawards.co.ke/submit.

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to patient safety as a cornerstone of Universal Health Coverage.

Speaking at the Worl patient safety Day symposium hosted by the Aga Khan University Hospital, Public Health Princcipal secretary Mary Muthoni noted that the government has made this ppossible through rolling out key initiatives including the Community Health Strategy, the Primary Healthcare Fund, and the electronic Community Health Information System (eCHIS) to enhance early detection, prevent medical errors, and strengthen accountability across the health system.

Muthoni, emphasized the need to integrate patient safety from childbirth through early childhood. She acknowledged progress made in reducing child mortality but cautioned that preventable causes such as birth asphyxia, prematurity, and infections continue to pose serious challenges.

"Patient safety is not a checklist but a shared value,” she said, calling for stronger collaboration among healthcare workers, institutions, and partners to ensure safe and quality care.

The Principal Secretary further affirmed that safeguarding newborns and children reflects the true strength of Kenya’s health system and represents a vital step toward the full realization of Universal Health Coverage.

The Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars team officially kicked off their weeklong Spanish training camp on Monday with world-class football sessions and friendly matches against SD Huesca’s Academy at the club’s training facilities.

In the morning, the team was welcomed and taken through an orientation of the facilities before attending masterclasses.

They later joined Huesca’s U23 Academy for an intensive training session, and in the afternoon, visited the historic Casco Histórico de Huesca for a cultural experience.

The players underwent through intensive training sessions led by SD Huesca’s top coaches, focusing on tactical drills, technical ball work, fitness, and mental preparation.

The session exposed the All-Stars to modern football technics aimed at sharpening their skills and equipping them for both local and international opportunities in their football careers.

“My focus was on teaching them how to play faster, keeping the ball moving and ensuring that every player adjusts their movement accordingly. It’s not something you master overnight, but they are already grasping the concept. Their progress so far is impressive, and I believe they have what it takes to grow into top-level players,” said Juan Ramon Fung, Coach for U23 SD Huesca C

Later In the evening session, the All-Stars Girls team played against SD Huesca U13 boys team in a friendly match that ended in a 2-2 draw.

These matches not only tested their technical and physical abilities but also offered valuable lessons in teamwork, positioning, and game management against a professional academy setup.

“Facing the U13 boys’ team was a good challenge, and I picked up a lot both from the training session and the match. As a striker, you have to be sharp inside the box, making quick decisions, taking fewer touches, and finishing chances without hesitation. The week is just beginning, and I am eager to pick up even more in the sessions to come.” Said Martha Nafula, All Star player.

Today, the team will continue with masterclass sessions and training before the boys’ side faces SD Huesca’s U23 team in the evening for a friendly match.

The international trip is part of the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Season 4 program, which aims to nurture grassroots football talent, provide exposure, and create pathways for young players to pursue professional football careers.

The week-long tour in Spain includes training camps, cultural exchanges, and more friendlies

The British High Commission and Manufacturing Africa hosted an Investor Night to spotlight seven innovative Kenyan startups from the second cohort of the UK-funded Green Business Building (GBB) Accelerator Programme.

The event provided a platform for the startups to pitch their green manufacturing solutions to potential investors, following three months of intensive business development training and mentorship.

This is rooted in the new Kenya-UK strategic partnership, built on shared values and bold ambition and set apart by the exceptional talents of our people.

The featured startups - Bio Food, eBee, Eco-Charge, Green Stem, ikwetta, Irri-Hub, and Pyrogen - presented their business models to a room of venture capitalists, impact investors, and ecosystem stakeholders.

The pitching session marked a key milestone in their journey, aimed at unlocking funding and strategic partnerships.

Speaking at the event, the Acting British High Commissioner, Dr Ed Barnett, said:

“Kenya’s green manufacturing sector is bursting with innovation and potential. Through programmes like the Green Business Building Accelerator, the UK is proud to support Kenyan entrepreneurs who are driving climate-smart solutions and harnessing technology to build a more sustainable future."

“This accelerator programme will soon be complemented by the Green Manufacturing Platform, an investment solution launched with UK funding, tailored to the needs of rapidly scaling green businesses run by Kenya’s ambitious tech entrepreneurs. Kenya and the UK are working hard to go far, together.”

Thomas Pascoe, Manufacturing Africa program Team Leader said, "The Green Business Building accelerator is an incredibly rigorous programme which takes a set of high potential businesses and partners with them to really refine their business strategy and approach to investors over a four-month period. "

Adding "We are excited that the second cohort will have a chance to connect with the investor ecosystem in Nairobi, and we strongly believe that supporting them at this early stage will drive job creation, tax revenue and Kenya’s green industrial leadership position well into the future.”

Mary Nyambura, Founder & CEO, Eco-Charge said "The GBB accelerator offered clear, actionable insights and valuable connections. It was a powerful catalyst for refining strategy and gaining momentum. It has helped us understand what kind of investments we need, right investors to approach and how to approach them”

The evening also saw the GBB Accelerator welcome its third cohort , placing a strong emphasis on women-owned and women-led businesses.

The six selected startups -Takazuri, Grounded, TenX, Cinch, Nasaru Naturals, and Frozen Isle - will begin their formal mentorship journey under the programme, chosen for their potential to scale and attract investment.

The GBB Accelerator offers tailored strategic and operational support, leadership development, and access to premier investor networks.

Through this initiative, the UK government is supporting Kenya’s transition to a green economy, helping unlock new industries that drive inclusive growth and trade.

Research by Manufacturing Africa indicates that green manufacturing opportunities in Kenya could generate $2-4 billion in annual revenues by 2030, creating over 200,000 direct and indirect jobs.

Car & General held a TVS Family Fun Day on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the Goan Institute in Nairobi.

The event, themed "Together we Progress," brought together over 35 families, enabling them to enjoy a fun-filled day with the Car & General staff and the TVS Motors team from India.

The event brought families of TVS motorcycles riders together, building a deeper connection and stronger trust while celebrating the TVS brand.

The day was meant to acknowledge the boda boda families in shaping the success of the riders, leading to that of the family at large.

Car & General is the sole distributor of TVS motorcycles in East Africa. As leader of the two-wheeler mobility, TVS bikes have played an integral role in transforming millions of lives in Kenya - employment creation and providing reliable last mile connectivity.

Naomi Angela Wafula, or simply call her ‘Naomi’, is breaking barriers on Kenya’s fairways.

She is the first female golfer in Kenya to be selected to join the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK). 

Already, she’s made history, but for her, turning pro was just the beginning.

Now, she’s aiming even higher, and dreaming bigger than ever before. 

Her focus has now shifted to the international tours, where she hopes to not only compete with the world’s best but also elevate Kenyan golf.

Her eyes are on prestigious global events, and she is determined to fly the Kenyan flag high. 

“I want to play on the international tours. I want to play on the Ladies European Tour. Go to Q-School. So, for me, achieving my first goal and dream of being the first woman professional on the PGK is just a path,” says Naomi.

At just 27 years old, Naomi is not just Kenya’s second-ever female professional golfer, but also the first woman to join the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK), and she is redefining the course of women’s golf in East Africa. 

Already, she has made a significant milestone in her golfing career.

Currently, she is in Rwanda for her first international, where she is showcasing her talent on the global level.

This being her first international tournament as a professional golfer, her participation not only marks a personal achievement but also a proud moment for Kenyan golf as a whole.

Back at home, in August, she made her debut in the women’s field in the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, which resumed with a double-header in Mombasa. 

She was the only professional woman on the start list, and she was the highlight in the tournament dominated by men.

The tour staged its third leg between August 4 - 6, 2025, at the Nyali Golf & Country Club, which was followed by the fourth leg from August 9 – 11, at the Diamonds Leisure on the South Coast. 

The Sunshine Development Tour is the only golf tour in East Africa that offers Official World Golf Ranking points, which are mandatory for Olympic qualification and a clear pathway to one of the world’s top golf tours, the Sunshine Tour. 

“With these two tours ongoing right here, my goal is to participate in as many as I can and hopefully earn the opportunity to play on the Sunshine Tour in South Africa or go to Q-School in Europe,” she says. 

Her journey began far from the pristine greens of Vipingo Ridge.

Raised in Kitale, Naomi was introduced to the sport by her aunt Rose Naliaka at the age of six. Rose was a pioneering golfer herself. 

“My aunt Rose Naliaka took me from the village and brought me to Nairobi,” Naomi recalls. “Auntie Rose taught me tennis, swimming, and eventually golf. I would follow her to tournaments, and that’s how it all started.” 

She says life in Kitale was not easy, as her mother was a seamstress and at times, she couldn’t take care of all four children at the same time.

She points out that why her aunt Rose brought her to Nairobi and raised her.  

At school, Naomi was an all-round athlete, but she chose to stick with golf after graduating.

However, her rise was far from smooth. At one point, she stood on the streets of Kitale cooking and selling chips to make ends meet. 

“Along my golf journey, I’ve had amazing people support me. I could not have done this alone, and I just thank God for sending all the people he has sent to me to be able to help me – those who paid my school fees, those who have supported me in travelling for tournaments,” says Naomi.

At one point, she went back to Kitale and started cooking and selling chips. “I was also very business-minded, and I wanted to have my own business,” she recalls.

One day, while in Kitale, she got a call from a senior official from a betting company who offered to start sponsoring her golf career.

This changed things, and she moved back to Nairobi.

“From there, I started playing golf again. My game was still good. One day I got invited to play in the Magical Kenya Ladies Open, part of the Ladies European Tour, at Vipingo Ridge,” she recalls. 

After her performance at the event, the team at Vipingo Ridge recognised her potential and offered her the opportunity to stay there, giving her free access to training facilities so she could pursue her dream of turning professional. 

After joining Vipingo Ridge, she received significant support for her golfing career, including free access to training facilities.

Since 2022, she has been training at Vipingo Ridge, which has helped her improve her game.

In 2023, she became the first female Kenyan to make the cut at the Ladies European Tour, which led to more invitations to play in Europe. 

She spent three months in Europe, which had a big impact on her career and solidified her goal to turn professional and play on tour.

She then returned to Kenya, and she has been training at Vipingo Ridge.  

At Vipingo Ridge, Naomi has been training intensively to improve her golf game.

At Vipingo, she has free access to the training range and golf course and is using advanced equipment like the G-squad machine to analyse her performance data. 

She has been receiving coaching from PGA Pro David Marsh, who helps her with her swing and provides drills. 

Additionally, she also follows a rigorous gym routine five days a week to build strength and maintain her fitness.

According to her, the support and facilities at Vipingo Ridge have played a significant role in her development as a professional golfer.

“This has a very big impact on my golfing career at the moment, as now I’m competing with the best at the highest level,” she says. 

Nothing comes on a silver platter, and for Naomi, she is facing challenges which include the high costs associated with travelling for golf tournaments and the difficulty of securing sponsorships.

This is because she joined the professional tour later than others who already had sponsors. 

However, she has been able to manoeuvre these challenges by maintaining a strong mentality and a positive outlook and always looking at things positively despite difficulties.

She says she believes that if she continues playing and performing well, sponsors will eventually come.  

Despite these challenges, Naomi finds joy in travelling, meeting new people, and experiencing different cultures, which helps her stay motivated.  

“Now that I have joined the tour, the PGK Tour, I believe that sponsors will come in, because I have just joined after the other professionals. They had already gotten their sponsors, but I joined later than that. So, I believe if I continue playing, I’ll have sponsors coming in. Otherwise, we’re travelling all the time to different places, and it’s quite expensive.” 

To her, what she has been through all along is amazing. “My golf journey has been amazing, full of wins, full of challenges, and just like any other work, the challenges will always be there. But for me, the strongest strength I have, I’ll say, is my mentality. I have a very strong mentality, and I always look at things positively, despite any challenges,” says Naomi.

Her advice to young people is to keep dreaming, maintain a positive mindset, appreciate what they have, and enjoy the process of working toward their goals.

“There are so many girls out there with talent, and I will just tell them to keep dreaming, keep having a positive mindset. You might not have everything you need to make you what you want to be, but for now, work with what you have. Appreciate everything that you have, take it there at a time and always enjoy the process of working towards your goal. Enjoy the process. And that’s where the magic happens,” she concludes.

The Board of the Financial Inclusion Fund (Hustler Fund) has announced the appointment of  Henry Tanui as the Chief Executive Officer for a renewable term of three years.

Mr. Tanui takes over from Ms. Elizabeth Nkukuu, who has been heading the Fund since its inception.

Mr. Tanui is an experienced financial services professional with over 24 years in the industry.

He has broad expertise in Risk Management, MSME Lending, Business Lending, Personal Lending, Mortgages, and International Trade Finance.

He has held senior roles at Ecobank, Consolidated Bank of Kenya, and the Industrial and Commercial Development Bank of Kenya.

His extensive background has given him a deep understanding of Kenya’s economic development and the vital part that financial services play in promoting inclusive growth.

Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives & MSME Development, Dr. Wycliffe Oparanya, commended the role of the Fund in the country’s socio-economic agenda.

“The Financial Inclusion Fund has already provided affordable credit to more than 26 million Kenyans. As we look ahead, I encourage the Hustler Fund team to enhance their efforts in promoting timely repayments to improve credit scores and to expand financial literacy programmes that support Kenyans in succeeding.”

Principal Secretary for MSME Development, Susan Mangeni, highlighted the Fund’s impact in enhancing financial inclusion.

“Through the Hustler Fund, over 9 million Kenyans now have improved credit histories and are more capable of accessing financing from mainstream financial institutions. We extend our gratitude to Ms. Elizabeth Nkukuu for her steady leadership in establishing the Fund and guiding it through its early stages.”

Speaking about his appointment, Mr. Tanui expressed optimism about the Fund’s future.

“The Hustler Fund has already proven to be catalytic in supporting livelihoods and economic growth. My focus will be on reengineering our collection processes, strengthening financial literacy, and building ecosystem lending channels that expand our reach and deepen our impact.”

The outgoing CEO, Elizabeth Nkukuu, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve and congratulated her successor. 

"It has been a privilege to serve Kenyans by establishing and launching the Hustler Fund. I am proud of the progress we have made in reaching millions of households and MSMEs. I warmly congratulate Mr. Tanui and wish him every success in expanding the Fund’s impact in the years ahead.”

The Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars Team is set for their international training camp in Spain.

The team, made up of 25 of the most outstanding players will depart Nairobi on Saturday evening, 6th September, for Huesca for a week-long football training camp that promises to elevate their football careers.

In total, 32 players were selected for the All-Star squad. While 25 will travel to Spain, the others have already achieved significant milestones, receiving call-ups to various national and international clubs.

These call-ups underscore the incredible talent that Safaricom Chapa Dimba continues to unearth, nurture, and propel onto the global stage.

“Chapa Dimba has always been about opening doors of opportunity for Kenyan youth, and today, we are proud to see that vision come alive in an even bigger way. Not only are these young players traveling to Spain to sharpen their skills, but many of their teammates have also earned call-ups to top national and international clubs." Said Dr  Peter Ndegwa, Safaricom C.E.O.

Adding "To see players like Austin Odongo, Emily Moranga, Khamis Nyale break into professional clubs, while others take this next big step in Spain, fills us with immense pride. This is the heartbeat of Safaricom Chapa Dimba: empowering our youth, transforming their lives, and showcasing Kenyan football talent to the world,” 

During their stay in Spain, the team will immerse themselves in a series of enriching activities.

They will test their skills against Huesca’s Youth Academy, learn from professional players through expert-led masterclasses, and train at the world-class facilities of the Base Aragonesa de Fútbol, S.D. Huesca’s modern sports city.

The players will also attend a high-energy Segunda Division match between SD Huesca and Málaga CF, alongside cultural experiences such as sightseeing and city tours.

"Visiting Spain and experiencing world-class football has always been a dream, and now it is becoming a reality. I am determined to make the most of this opportunity, learn as much as possible, and use the lessons to grow my football career,” said Swaumu Masungo, Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars player.

The All-Star team will be captained by Stanley Waswa of Ndura Sports Academy (boys) and Manda Sunira Were of Highland Royals Moi Girls (girls).

Accompanying the players are coaches Chrispine Odindo of Plateau Queens and Evans Oketch of Obunga FC, together with representatives from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF).

Popular Coast based radio presenter Toto Bomba real name Fatuma Mwangala is dead.

According to close sources the presenter died on Tuesday morning.

"She has been unwell for sometime, but she got better yesterday and even reported to work, But sadly she did not wake up after gong to bed on Monday evening" said a former colleague Mariam Gao.

Before her death, the late Fatuma worked for JAC fm, a community radio station in Kwale. She previously worked for Kaya fm and Msenangu fm.

She will be laid to rest on Wednesday afternoon at her home in Kwale.