Latest counties stories from across Kenya.
Police in Nyahururu have recovered 33 sheep believed to have been stolen from a farmer in the Chemi Chemi area as investigations continue to trace a suspect who remains at large. Speaking to the media, Deputy Officer Commanding Police…
As the 2026/2027 Financial Year began on Tuesday, July 1, the Uasin Gishu County Assembly Roads Committee held a special sitting on Wednesday to deliberate on strategies aimed at improving road infrastructure delivery across all wards. The…
Learners from counties across the Eastern Region have converged at ACK St. Luke’s Wote Township Primary School in Makueni County for the Regional Music Festivals, where they are showcasing their talents in music, dance, poetry, choral…
Journalists in Migori County have officially launched the Migori Media Community-Based Organisation (CBO) office, marking a milestone aimed at strengthening community communication, promoting development reporting and enhancing…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has urged Kenyans to cooperate with investigators to ensure strong, evidence-based legal cases and a transparent justice system. The ODPP said it relies on timely and credible…
Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, together with County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo, on Wednesday held a press briefing to announce measures adopted by the county security team to address rising insecurity in Kisumu. The county…
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has donated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Malaba One-Stop Border Post and Kocholia Sub-County Hospital to strengthen preparedness and prevent the spread of the Ebola virus. The donation…
The fight against tobacco and drug abuse is increasingly becoming a shared responsibility as the State Department for Health, through consultant Felicity Global Holdings, convened a stakeholder engagement forum in Machakos to strengthen…
200 kilograms of cannabis with an estimated street value of KSh6M have been recovered in Malindi, Kilifi County. The narcotic was recovered during an intelligence-led operation conducted by officers drawn from the National Police Service…
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has been singled out as one of the most severe human rights challenges of the present time, undermining dignity and affecting people across all social and economic groups. Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr said…
The County Government of Nakuru has transitioned 308 health workers from contract to permanent and pensionable terms and promoted 1,367 others. Governor Susan Kihika said the workers who were either newly employed or promoted range from…
Junior Secondary School learners at Ochunyno Junior Secondary School in Rachuonyo South Sub-county have showcased a two-week innovative project on the human skin as part of internal learning exhibitions under the Competency-Based…
Kikuyu Member of County Assembly (MCA) James Kamau has proposed an amendment to the Kiambu County Finance Bill, 2026 to exempt businesses from paying additional signage fees, in a move aimed at easing the financial burden on traders and…
The Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA) has launched the first-ever rice harvest at the Ondago Swamp in Karachuonyo Constituency, marking a major milestone in efforts to enhance local rice production and reduce Kenya’s dependence on…
A 38-year-old man has been arrested after detectives intercepted a Nairobi-bound bus at Taru along the Mombasa-Nairobi Highway and recovered heroin valued at approximately Ksh1 million. The suspect, identified as Brian Tabu Owuor, was…
More than 500 learners and over 1,000 households in Riata, Taita Taveta County, are set to benefit from improved access to clean and safe water following the commissioning of the Sh21 million Riata Kubwa Water Project by the County…
Construction of the Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has finally kicked off. The much-awaited project is expected to pave the way for a main extension of Kenya’s rail network and enhancing transport links between the…
The State Department for Mining has launched a nationwide public participation exercise on proposed bills, policies and regulations aimed at transforming Kenya’s mining sector by attracting investment, strengthening occupational safety and…
The Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (KIFWA), in partnership with leading insurance firms, has launched a Digital Marine Cargo Insurance (DMCI) platform to streamline cargo clearance and facilitate compliance with…
The government will roll out routine hearing screening for newborns from birth up to six months of age in a renewed effort to detect hearing impairment early, provide timely treatment and reduce the growing burden of hearing loss in the…
The Murang’a County Assembly has approved a Sh12.53 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, paving the way for the implementation of key development programmes targeting agriculture, healthcare, education, infrastructure and youth…
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) has launched a county-level initiative aimed at improving financial tracking and accountability in food systems to strengthen investment, food security, and climate resilience. The…
The Government has renewed its commitment to delivering the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP) and other critical infrastructure projects, noting that implementation is progressing well across the country. Speaking on Wednesday during a…
African governments, development partners, and the private sector have been urged to significantly increase investment in proven agricultural innovations to accelerate food systems transformation, strengthen climate resilience, and reduce…
