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Education stakeholders challenged to boost STEM education
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Education stakeholders challenged to boost STEM education

Education stakeholders have been challenged to strengthen STEM education through effective training, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and accountability at the county level. Speaking during a three-day workshop for In-Service Education…

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No stand-off between ODM–UDA, Oburu says
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No stand-off between ODM–UDA, Oburu says

ODM Party Leader Oburu Odinga has dismissed claims of a rift between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), clarifying that coalition negotiations between the two parties have not yet begun.…

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Thika police trade arms for peace prayer spiritual Outreach
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Thika police trade arms for peace prayer spiritual Outreach

In a rare departure from their routine of law enforcement, police officers in Thika put aside their weapons and joined residents in a week-long prayer crusade, aimed at offering spiritual healing to the community, while praying for peace…

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Vihiga Governor highlights development agenda in final term
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Vihiga Governor highlights development agenda in final term

Vihiga Govorner Wilber Ottichilo has outlined key development projects undertaken by his Administration, saying they will form part of his legacy as he serves his final term in office. Speaking during an interview with a local FM Station,…

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Government to restore degraded escarpments and riparian land
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Government to restore degraded escarpments and riparian land

The Government has drafted a strategy to restore 62,038 hectares of highly degraded escarpments and riparian land, protect 20 springs and secure water towers, and create 500,000 green jobs for youth in bee-keeping, agroforestry, and…

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Study flags gaps in STEM implementation
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Study flags gaps in STEM implementation

The Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa has raised concerns over gaps in the implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) STEM pathway in senior schools, following findings from a baseline study…

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County Government embarks on beaconing the endangered River Njoro
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County Government embarks on beaconing the endangered River Njoro

Nakuru County Government has announced plans to beacon the River Njoro to protect it from encroachment and harmful human activities. The initiative, according to Chief Officer for Housing and Urban Development Engineer Kuria Kamau, is part…

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Anthrax outbreak confirmed in Vihiga
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Anthrax outbreak confirmed in Vihiga

The Department of Health Services in Vihiga County has confirmed an outbreak of cutaneous Anthrax in Emuhaya Sub-County. According to the department, the outbreak follows the handling and consumption of meat from a cow that died suddenly…

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80,000 IDs unclaimed in Nyanza as voter registration deadline nears
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80,000 IDs unclaimed in Nyanza as voter registration deadline nears

More than 80,000 National Identity Cards remain uncollected across the Nyanza region, raising concern among registration authorities, as the mass voter registration exercise gathers pace. Nyanza Regional Registration Officer, George Opiyo,…

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PS calls for tech-driven agriculture in TVETs
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PS calls for tech-driven agriculture in TVETs

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Principal Secretary Dr Esther Muoria has challenged institutions to adopt innovative and technology-driven approaches in agriculture to better prepare learners for a rapidly evolving…

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CEMASTEA calls for enhanced teacher training to boost STEM learning
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CEMASTEA calls for enhanced teacher training to boost STEM learning

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA), Gladys Masai, has urged In-Service Education and Training (INSET) Centre Principals and County Trainers to ensure that…

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Kericho riders shift to electric bikes as fuel costs rise
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Kericho riders shift to electric bikes as fuel costs rise

Boda boda operators in Kericho County are increasingly embracing electric motorcycles as rising fuel costs and the push for clean energy reshape the transport sector. The transition is gaining momentum among riders seeking to cut operating…

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Rising Fares as Commuters Calls for Further Fuel Price Relief
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Rising Fares as Commuters Calls for Further Fuel Price Relief

Commuters in Thika are calling for a further reduction in fuel prices, saying the recent adjustment may not be impactful as transport fares continue to rise despite the intervention. They said the continued increase in the cost of…

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Elgeyo Marakwet operationalises Emergency Dispatch Centre
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Elgeyo Marakwet operationalises Emergency Dispatch Centre

Elgeyo Marakwet County has operationalised a modern Emergency Dispatch Centre at Iten County Referral Hospital. The facility, now fully functional, will serve as a 24-hour coordination hub for emergency response, integrating call…

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World Bank awards Kenya as a Human Capital Champion
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World Bank awards Kenya as a Human Capital Champion

Kenya has been awarded the Human Capital Champion Award at a high-level country celebration hosted by the World Bank Group in Washington, D.C., in recognition of its sustained progress in building human capital. The National Treasury…

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State Moves to revitalise Mining Sector in Vihiga County
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State Moves to revitalise Mining Sector in Vihiga County

The government has stepped up efforts to revitalize mining activities in Vihiga County following a consultative meeting between county leadership and the Principal Secretary for Mining, Harry Kimtai. The meeting, held in Nairobi, focused…

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Government rolls out Sh4.6 billion Lake Victoria Safety Project
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Government rolls out Sh4.6 billion Lake Victoria Safety Project

The National Government has stepped-up efforts to enhance safety, transport, and economic opportunities along Lake Victoria through a Sh4.6 billion major infrastructure and training programme spearheaded by the Kenya Maritime Authority…

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Teachers urged to secure data owing to AI integration
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Teachers urged to secure data owing to AI integration

Education officials and trainers have raised concern over data security risks in schools as Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into teaching and learning. Teachers Service Commission, Rachuonyo South Sub-County…

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PWDs seek representation in the 2027 elections officiating teams
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PWDs seek representation in the 2027 elections officiating teams

Leaders representing Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Kiambu Constituency have called for greater inclusion of PWD officials in the management of the 2027 General Election. The proposal was raised during a stakeholder forum convened by…

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Kericho records 65 percent SHA registration
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Kericho records 65 percent SHA registration

Kericho County has registered 586,568 residents under the Social Health Authority (SHA), representing about 65 per cent coverage against a target of 901,777, officials have announced. Senior Registration and Complaints Officer Leonard Rono…

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KMPDU threatens withdrawal of doctors over Embu health crisis
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KMPDU threatens withdrawal of doctors over Embu health crisis

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union (KMPDU) has threatened to withdraw its members from health facilities across Embu County, alleging a failing healthcare system. The Union accused the County Government of…

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Residents seek urgent protection for Osia water spring
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Residents seek urgent protection for Osia water spring

Residents of Odioi Village in Teso Central have called for urgent government intervention to protect Osia Water Spring, which serves as their main source of water. Speaking to the media, the Chairman of the spring, Okodoi Micheal says the…

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