Latest counties stories from across Kenya.
Kirinyaga County has called for an end to the silence and stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, urging residents to start conversations, seek help early and support people experiencing emotional and psychological distress. The call…
A new agricultural technology targeting lower farm input costs, improved crop yields, and greater resilience to climate change has been launched in Kenya. Plantos Verde, a mineral-based plant growth activator distributed by AgriMedic East…
SportPesa has launched a Game-Changing multi-million shilling Investment in the inaugural SportPesa National Pool Circuit, a new national program aimed at transforming pool from a largely recreational pastime into a structured, competitive…
Government agencies, reformed youth and community leaders have converged in Mtopanga, Kisauni Sub-County, for a two-day consultative forum aimed at insulating Mombasa’s youth from political manipulation and violence ahead of the 2027…
The National Government has invested more than Sh57 billion in various development projects in Makueni County, Eastern Regional Commissioner Jacob Ouma Muganda has said. Muganda spoke while addressing the media in Wote town, Makueni…
The government has initiated a Sh2.1 billion preparedness plan aimed at protecting livestock farmers and pastoralists from the expected adverse effects of El Niño weather. Interventions targeting disease control, livestock evacuation,…
Several trade unions in the transport sector have launched a joint campaign to advocate better working conditions, fair pay, and enhanced safety for long-distance truck drivers operating across Kenya and Uganda. They include the Transport…
Busia County has 1,607 registered adult learners enrolled in 68 adult education centres, with the programme recording an improvement in the performance of learners sitting for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). County…
A non-governmental organization has partnered with the government and other education stakeholders to address school dropout rates amongst girls in Homa Bay county. To achieve the goals, the organization dubbed, Population Council Kenya,…
Kajiado County is expected to receive above-average rainfall during the October-November-December (OND) 2026 short rains season, the County Meteorological Office has said. County Director of Meteorological Services Benson Lubang’a Ogada…
The Drought Resilience Programme in Northern Kenya (DRPNK) has secured approval from Turkana County’s Steering Committee to invest more than Sh600 million in water, irrigation and livestock projects for the 2026/2027 Financial Year. The…
The Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to delivering a free, fair, and peaceful General Election in 2027, while strengthening democratic institutions, regional integration, and economic stability. Speaking during an…
Over 6,500 residents of Mavindini Ward will benefit from improved access to safe and reliable water following the commissioning of the Athi-Mavindini Water Project in Kathozweni Sub-County by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. While commissioning…
A gold rush has transformed Maguge Village in Homa Bay Town East Ward into a hive of economic activity, creating jobs for hundreds of residents and attracting miners, traders and entrepreneurs to the area. The village was previously known…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has hailed the National Infrastructure Fund as a solution to Kenya’s road financing challenges, promising major roads across Mt Kenya East. Professor Kindiki said the next major dual-carriageway project…
The growing economic hardships in the country have pushed most Kenyans to seek respite by borrowing billions of shillings from digital lenders to meet their daily consumption needs. Latest data from the Central Bank of Kenya indicated that…
The government through the Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA), has stepped up its climate resilience efforts by injecting over Sh500 million into comprehensive water projects within Keiyo North sub-county. The move according to KVDA…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a surveyor based in Narok County over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe. The suspect, Joan Achieng Odumbe, is alleged to have demanded Ksh 100,000 from a…
The Garissa County Rural and Urban Affordable Housing Committee is set to begin operations following the swearing-in of its four members at the County Headquarters in Garissa town on Thursday. Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Nathif…
Six refugee athletes are set to make history at this year’s Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, marking the first time a Refugee Olympic Team will compete at the youth edition of the global multi-sport event. The athletes will represent…
Turkana County has begun a comprehensive environmental and social impact audit of former oil exploration activities in the South Lokichar Basin as authorities prepare for the production phase under new operator Gulf Energy. A…
The Central Organization of Hawkers Association Kenya (COHAK) has called for the suspension of the planned opening of Eldoret’s 64 Ultra-Modern Market until its members are involved in identifying and vetting genuine hawkers to occupy…
Residents of Mvita Constituency have been urged to take advantage of the Affordable Housing Programme and apply for units in projects being implemented in Mombasa County. Speaking during a sensitisation forum at Tononoka Social Hall in…
Elders from the Abasuba community have called for the posthumous honouring of the late Tom Mboya during this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations. Led by the coordinator of the Suba Council of Elders, Prof. Medo Misama, the elders said Mboya…
