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Isiolo chiefs upskilled on digital data management
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Isiolo chiefs upskilled on digital data management

Chiefs and assistant chiefs in Isiolo County are set to benefit from improved digital tools and skills aimed at strengthening grassroots administration and service delivery. The officers drawn from the county’s six sub-counties have…

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Former rehab clients return to Moiben centre as ambassadors of hope
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Former rehab clients return to Moiben centre as ambassadors of hope

Five former clients of the Uasin Gishu County Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre in Moiben on Friday returned to the facility, where they once underwent treatment, this time as ambassadors of hope for those still on the recovery journey.…

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Sh20M Kimelok bridge set to ease transport, trade in Narok
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Sh20M Kimelok bridge set to ease transport, trade in Narok

Residents of Eor Ekule in Narok East sub-county are set to enjoy safer and easier movement after the national government began construction of the Sh20 million Kimelok bridge, which has been a major challenge over the years, especially…

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Graduation of 400 Madrasa learners celebrated in Merti
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Graduation of 400 Madrasa learners celebrated in Merti

More than 400 Madrasa pupils and students have graduated in Merti, Isiolo County, in a ceremony that brought together religious, political, and community leaders. The graduation marked the learners’ completion of their Islamic studies,…

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600 government administrators trained on grassroot data management
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600 government administrators trained on grassroot data management

Over 600 National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) in Kitui County have been trained on grassroots data management for use by both the national and the county government. The participants, including assistant county…

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Kiambu administrators trained to strengthen grassroots data collection
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Kiambu administrators trained to strengthen grassroots data collection

More than 500 National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) from Kiambu County have been trained on collecting data from residents to help the government understand citizen challenges and improve service delivery. The officers, from…

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Machakos leaders call for political tolerance
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Machakos leaders call for political tolerance

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has called on Kenyans to maintain peace and unity as the country heads towards the 2027 General Election. Speaking at Katoloni Seminary during the Requiem Mass for Rev. Fr. Martin Kilonzo and Rev. Fr. Paul…

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Kenya pushes for climate-resilient primary healthcare investment
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Kenya pushes for climate-resilient primary healthcare investment

Kenya has called for long-term and predictable investment in climate-resilient primary healthcare as the country seeks to shield communities from the growing health impacts of climate change. Principal Secretary for Public Health and…

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PWDs seek decentralisation of disability assessment services
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PWDs seek decentralisation of disability assessment services

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Tharaka-Nithi County have called for the decentralisation of disability assessment services and easier registration, saying the cost and distance involved in accessing the services continue to prevent…

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Government launches five-year plan to protect endangered Mountain Bongo
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Government launches five-year plan to protect endangered Mountain Bongo

The government has launched the National Recovery and Action Plan for the Mountain Bongo 2026–2030, a five-year programme aimed at strengthening the breeding, protection, and recovery of the critically endangered Mountain Bongo species.…

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Suba South aspirant urges youths to embrace farming opportunities
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Suba South aspirant urges youths to embrace farming opportunities

An aspirant for the Suba South parliamentary seat, Bernard Odhuno, has urged youths in Homa Bay to embrace farming to uplift themselves economically. Odhuno said that youths have the energy to revolutionize farming and transform the local…

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Kahangara engages Lari residents on development priorities
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Kahangara engages Lari residents on development priorities

Lari Member of Parliament Mburu Kahangara has held a series of grassroots meetings with residents of Kinale, Kijabe, and Lari Kirenga wards to discuss development priorities and hear concerns affecting communities. The meetings provided…

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Traffic police intensify road safety awareness to curb rising accidents
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Traffic police intensify road safety awareness to curb rising accidents

The traffic department will continue sensitizing citizens on road safety and proper road usage in a bid to reduce road accidents and other traffic-related offenses. Central Regional Traffic Commander Elizabeth Vivi said the majority of…

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Governor Kihika calls for action against hate speech
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Governor Kihika calls for action against hate speech

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has called for proactive interventions to prevent political and ethnic tensions from escalating into violence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the International Day of Peace celebrations at…

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Residents benefit from free medical outreach services
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Residents benefit from free medical outreach services

Hundreds of residents of Mogobich in Ollesos Ward, Nandi County, have benefited from free healthcare services offered through the Nandi County Beyond Zero mobile clinic. The residents turned up in large numbers on Tuesday to access a range…

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Longeruk residents welcome water well after prolonged drought
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Longeruk residents welcome water well after prolonged drought

Residents of Longeruk in Pokot North Sub-County have a reason to smile following the construction of the area’s first-ever water well, offering relief to a community grappling with perennial water shortages occasioned by prolonged drought.…

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TVET institutions urged to strengthen data protection
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TVET institutions urged to strengthen data protection

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions have been urged to strengthen data governance systems to safeguard personal and institutional information amid the rapid shift to digital government services. The call was…

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Grassland School gets new classrooms to ease congestion
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Grassland School gets new classrooms to ease congestion

Learning at Grassland Comprehensive School in Saboti Sub-County is set to improve after the completion of new classrooms aimed at easing congestion and providing a conducive environment for pupils. The classrooms, funded through the…

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Referral Hospital to strengthen cancer care amid rising burden
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Referral Hospital to strengthen cancer care amid rising burden

The County Government of Nakuru has partnered with the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI-K) to strengthen cancer care and improve access to treatment for patients in the region. The Nakuru County Teaching and Referral Hospital…

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From daily water struggles to new opportunities
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From daily water struggles to new opportunities

For years, Mrs. Salina Kisika’s mornings in Sinonin, Soy Ward, began with long walks in search of water. As a mother, she spent precious hours and energy hunting for enough of the scarce commodity to meet her family’s basic needs. However,…

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Kiambu children’s officers trained to strengthen care reform efforts
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Kiambu children’s officers trained to strengthen care reform efforts

Children’s officers from across Kiambu County are undergoing a five-day training programme aimed at strengthening their understanding of care reforms and improving case management for vulnerable children. The training, being held at a…

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NGAO officers trained on grassroots data management in Nyandarua
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NGAO officers trained on grassroots data management in Nyandarua

National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) in Nyandarua have been trained on grassroots data management to enhance the collection of reliable information for evidence-based planning and policy formulation. The training is part of…

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