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.

A new literacy paper calling for urgent evidence-based action to address gaps in learning has been highlighted at an education conference in Embu.

The paper which was previewed ahead of its official launch later in the year at the ongoing 6th Biennial Education Evidence for Action (EE4A) and EDF-Kenya Conference at the University of Embu recommends immediate translation of evidence-based information into government policies for implementation in classrooms to address global learning poverty.

The literacy paper has been produced by the What Works Hub for Global Education (WWHGE), with the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) and the British Council as core partners.

It highlights that:

• Foundational literacy is essential – without it, children are locked out of future learning opportunities.

• We know what works – structured pedagogy, teacher professional development, and targeted interventions can dramatically improve outcomes at scale.

• Partnerships accelerate impact – by linking global evidence with local policy and classroom practice, governments and partners can achieve sustainable learning gains.

EE4A (Education Evidence for Action) is a biennial conference and initiative that bridges the gap between education research and decision-making in the education sector, with Zizi AfriqueFoundation playing a key role as the organizer and host of the EE4A conference, where education stakeholders and researchers gather to deliberate on critical issues and inform policy and practice. 

The What Works Hub for Global Education is an international partnership, funded by the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and the Gates Foundation, working out how to effectively implement education reforms at scale.

This collaborative initiative comprises 12 strategic partners and 43 consortium partners, convened by the Blavatnik School of Government, the programme’s host institution.

At the conference, WWHGE convened education leaders in a session titled “Strengthening the Evidence Ecosystem: Building a Roadmap for Education Reform in Kenya.”

The Hub emphasised its mission: to take rigorous global evidence, such as the GEEAP Literacy Paper, and ensure it moves into government policy and ultimately into classrooms.

Through collaboration with ministries, teacher training institutions, and local organisations, WWHGE is helping countries translate recommendations into practical reforms that directly shape how teachers teach and how learners acquire foundational skills.

The British Council’s Learning and Life for Global Education (LL4GE) initiative also featured at the conference. LL4GE integrates literacy, language, and life skills to provide young people with both academic and social competencies, equipping them for future employment, resilience, and active citizenship.

Together, WWHGE (with GEEAP), the British Council, and LL4GE represent a powerful synergy: advancing literacy through both policy-to-classroom reforms and holistic learner development.

The What Works Hub for Global Education, working with GEEAP, the British Council, and other partners, will now take forward the Literacy Paper’s recommendations by embedding evidence into national reform agendas and supporting governments to implement them in classrooms at scale.

This marks the next phase of WWHGE’s mission: ensuring that every child, regardless of context, benefits from proven strategies to acquire foundational literacy and learning skills.

A new literacy paper calling for urgent evidence-based action to address gaps in learning has been highlighted at an education conference in Embu.

The paper which was previewed ahead of its official launch later in the year at the ongoing 6th Biennial Education Evidence for Action (EE4A) and EDF-Kenya Conference at the University of Embu recommends immediate translation of evidence-based information into government policies for implementation in classrooms to address global learning poverty.

The literacy paper has been produced by the What Works Hub for Global Education (WWHGE), with the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) and the British Council as core partners.

It highlights that:

• Foundational literacy is essential – without it, children are locked out of future learning opportunities.

• We know what works – structured pedagogy, teacher professional development, and targeted interventions can dramatically improve outcomes at scale.

• Partnerships accelerate impact – by linking global evidence with local policy and classroom practice, governments and partners can achieve sustainable learning gains.

EE4A (Education Evidence for Action) is a biennial conference and initiative that bridges the gap between education research and decision-making in the education sector, with Zizi AfriqueFoundation playing a key role as the organizer and host of the EE4A conference, where education stakeholders and researchers gather to deliberate on critical issues and inform policy and practice. 

The What Works Hub for Global Education is an international partnership, funded by the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and the Gates Foundation, working out how to effectively implement education reforms at scale.

This collaborative initiative comprises 12 strategic partners and 43 consortium partners, convened by the Blavatnik School of Government, the programme’s host institution.

At the conference, WWHGE convened education leaders in a session titled “Strengthening the Evidence Ecosystem: Building a Roadmap for Education Reform in Kenya.”

The Hub emphasised its mission: to take rigorous global evidence, such as the GEEAP Literacy Paper, and ensure it moves into government policy and ultimately into classrooms.

Through collaboration with ministries, teacher training institutions, and local organisations, WWHGE is helping countries translate recommendations into practical reforms that directly shape how teachers teach and how learners acquire foundational skills.

The British Council’s Learning and Life for Global Education (LL4GE) initiative also featured at the conference. LL4GE integrates literacy, language, and life skills to provide young people with both academic and social competencies, equipping them for future employment, resilience, and active citizenship.

Together, WWHGE (with GEEAP), the British Council, and LL4GE represent a powerful synergy: advancing literacy through both policy-to-classroom reforms and holistic learner development.

The What Works Hub for Global Education, working with GEEAP, the British Council, and other partners, will now take forward the Literacy Paper’s recommendations by embedding evidence into national reform agendas and supporting governments to implement them in classrooms at scale.

This marks the next phase of WWHGE’s mission: ensuring that every child, regardless of context, benefits from proven strategies to acquire foundational literacy and learning skills.

A new literacy paper calling for urgent evidence-based action to address gaps in learning has been highlighted at an education conference in Embu.

The paper which was previewed ahead of its official launch later in the year at the ongoing 6th Biennial Education Evidence for Action (EE4A) and EDF-Kenya Conference at the University of Embu recommends immediate translation of evidence-based information into government policies for implementation in classrooms to address global learning poverty.

The literacy paper has been produced by the What Works Hub for Global Education (WWHGE), with the Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) and the British Council as core partners.

It highlights that:

• Foundational literacy is essential – without it, children are locked out of future learning opportunities.

• We know what works – structured pedagogy, teacher professional development, and targeted interventions can dramatically improve outcomes at scale.

• Partnerships accelerate impact – by linking global evidence with local policy and classroom practice, governments and partners can achieve sustainable learning gains.

EE4A (Education Evidence for Action) is a biennial conference and initiative that bridges the gap between education research and decision-making in the education sector, with Zizi AfriqueFoundation playing a key role as the organizer and host of the EE4A conference, where education stakeholders and researchers gather to deliberate on critical issues and inform policy and practice. 

The What Works Hub for Global Education is an international partnership, funded by the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and the Gates Foundation, working out how to effectively implement education reforms at scale.

This collaborative initiative comprises 12 strategic partners and 43 consortium partners, convened by the Blavatnik School of Government, the programme’s host institution.

At the conference, WWHGE convened education leaders in a session titled “Strengthening the Evidence Ecosystem: Building a Roadmap for Education Reform in Kenya.”

The Hub emphasised its mission: to take rigorous global evidence, such as the GEEAP Literacy Paper, and ensure it moves into government policy and ultimately into classrooms.

Through collaboration with ministries, teacher training institutions, and local organisations, WWHGE is helping countries translate recommendations into practical reforms that directly shape how teachers teach and how learners acquire foundational skills.

The British Council’s Learning and Life for Global Education (LL4GE) initiative also featured at the conference. LL4GE integrates literacy, language, and life skills to provide young people with both academic and social competencies, equipping them for future employment, resilience, and active citizenship.

Together, WWHGE (with GEEAP), the British Council, and LL4GE represent a powerful synergy: advancing literacy through both policy-to-classroom reforms and holistic learner development.

The What Works Hub for Global Education, working with GEEAP, the British Council, and other partners, will now take forward the Literacy Paper’s recommendations by embedding evidence into national reform agendas and supporting governments to implement them in classrooms at scale.

This marks the next phase of WWHGE’s mission: ensuring that every child, regardless of context, benefits from proven strategies to acquire foundational literacy and learning skills.

Cummins C&G, which specialises in the sales, service and support of Cummins engines and power equipment (generators, alternators, turbochargers and filtration systems) across East Africa, has officially opened its state-of-the-art workshop in Kenya.

Launched on Monday, August 25, 2025 by Erick Sangoro, the Managing Director of Cummins C&G, Vijay Gidoomal, the Chief Executive Officer of Car & General (Kenya) Plc and Ignacio Gonzalez, the Executive Director of Cummins Powergen Markets EMEIA (Europe, Middle East, India and Africa), the engine rebuild centre is located along Lusaka Road in Nairobi.

Speaking at the launch, the CEO of C&G, Vijay Gidoomal said, “In the region, the Cummins’ brand is strengthened by Cummins technical expertise and C&G’s local market knowledge and network. This has enabled us keep our mantra of making customers smile in every street, every town.”

The workshop features a dynamometer test, a generator performance test that involves a genset being connected to a dyno load bank that simulates real working conditions and measures how the generator performs under different loads including output power, voltage and frequency stability, fuel consumption and efficiency, cooling system performance, exhaust emissions.

The Managing Director of Cummins C&G, Erick Sangoro said, “Dyno testing verifies the rated capacity, ensures genset reliability and safety, validates designs and repairs and detects issues like over-heating, unstable voltage, poor fuel efficiency and mechanical faults early. This ensures compliance with standards, builds customer confidence and reduces risk of field failure by catching defects before deployment.”

Apart from general generator repairs, engine rebuilds will also be undertaken here.

This is the restoration of a worn-out or damaged generator engine to a close to new condition. Rebuilt engines run reliably and efficiently. The centre will also be used as a technical training facility for customers.

On his part, Ignacio Gonzalez the Executive Director of Cummins Powergen Markets EMEIA (Europe, Middle East, India and Africa) said, “We are happy about the relationship between C&G and Cummins Inc that goes beyond transactions and focuses on collaboration. This has enabled us ensure that our customers remain happy.”

Car & General was appointed the Cummins distributor in 2006. In 2017, the Cummins C&G 50:50 joint venture was formed with Cummins Inc.in 2023, C&G re-acquired the 50 per cent stake from Cummins Inc, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary once again. 

Car & General is a diversified distributor of motorcycles, three wheelers, tractors, forklifts, generators, earthmovers among other equipment in East Africa.

It represents Cummins in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia and Seychelles.