Latest counties stories from across Kenya.
Kenya on Tuesday evening accorded a heroic welcome to National Police Service officers who returned home after completing a high-risk international peace support mission in Haiti under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) framework.…
Kisumu County has recorded a significant decline in severe malaria cases among children following the introduction of the malaria vaccine, signalling major progress in the fight against the disease. Kisumu County Malaria Control…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on Wednesday presented a forensic expert in the ongoing murder trial of the controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie and a survivor who testified before Lady Justice Wendy Kagendo at Mombasa…
The Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) has launched sustainable water and irrigation projects in West Pokot County alongside distribution of mango seedlings in a bid to improve livelihoods, enhance food security, and strengthen…
A new policy brief from the O-Farms Project, examining Kenya’s progress towards a circular economy in agri-food systems, highlights the advances made in national policy development and the practical challenges that continue to limit the…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has extended the deadline for its 2026 National Senior School Essay Writing Competition to the end of May, from the earlier March 28 cutoff, in a move aimed at…
First Lady Rachel Ruto has reaffirmed her commitment to advancing education and supporting children’s welfare, saying partnerships remain critical in addressing challenges facing learners across the country. Speaking at Farasi Lane School…
The Taita Taveta County Government has allocated Sh4.2 million in the 2026/2027 financial year to scale up screening and management of sickle cell disease (SCD) as health officials intensify efforts to curb the condition in the region. The…
The Affordable Housing Program is increasingly revitalizing the manufacturing sector, with demand for construction materials rising sharply as investments in housing expand across the country. According to Principal Secretary for…
A new study conducted at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital has raised fresh concerns over the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), warning that widespread use of non-laboratory-guided treatment in wound…
Kenya has set its ambition to become a leading global hub for film production as industry leaders and government officials convened at the Kalasha International Film and TV Market Festival and Awards 2026 in Nairobi. Speaking during the…
The government has intensified efforts to revive the cashew nut subsector, targeting increased production, value addition, and improved incomes for farmers across key growing regions. Principal Secretary (PS) for Agriculture Dr. Paul…
Residents of Turkana South Sub-County have urged the County Government to prioritize investments in water, health, ECDE, and road infrastructure during the 2026/2027 financial year. Speaking in Lokichar during a public participation forum…
A Tuesday evening traffic accident in Homabay Town claimed the life of a handcart operator after he was run over by a lorry. The unidentified man was reportedly pulling his cart, moving towards the pier area along the Homa Bay-Kendubay…
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has challenged African countries to invest more in digital transformation in order to keep pace with other developed nations that have placed it at the center of their advancement. The DP said Kenya…
Thousands of residents of Taita Taveta County are set to benefit from improved access to clean and reliable water following the launch of a Sh400 million Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (KOSAP). The project, which will solarize 19…
Kenya is moving to formally integrate traditional medicine into its national health system. Speaking at a side event during the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026, Medical Services PS Dr. Ouma Oluga said the government will…
A poultry farmer in Meteitei Location, Tinderet Sub County, is demonstrating how innovation at the farm level can significantly reduce production costs after adopting a hybrid poultry rearing system that blends free-range and enclosed…
Four Mountain Bongos have safely arrived at the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy (MKWC). The rare species listed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List, arrived on a KLM cargo flight from the Czech Republic, where they had been…
The Nakuru County government is working on a policy aimed at revitalizing the provision of extension and advisory services across the devolved unit, which are critical for improved agricultural productivity and overall development of the…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Kiambu Constituency has surpassed its voter registration target, recording over 10,000 new voters as the first phase of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR)…
Two police officers charged with the murder of a suspect in Nyamatoki police cells in Nyamira on 19th August 2019 have been jailed. James Ogwagwa Nyakina, a police corporal, was sentenced to serve 30 years’ imprisonment, while Jackson…
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Kenya continue to face exclusion in multiple spheres of life, often hindered by environments that do not accommodate their mobility and accessibility needs. Affordable Housing Board (AHB) Acting CEO…
A 72-year-old woman, living with mental impairment in Blue Hills Village, Kipkelion West, Kericho County, risks losing her inherited land after her brothers reportedly took over the property. Preliminary reports indicated that her…
