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Recurring drought cycles and changing weather patterns that have led to livestock deaths and crop failure in Kajiado County underscore the urgent need for climate-smart agriculture, resilient food systems, and sustainable land use…
Ekwanda Assistant County Commissioner, Geoffrey Ng’enoh, has warned youths and members of the public against engaging in the controversial “Reggae na Lami” funeral processions, popularly known as “Msafara,” saying the practice will soon…
Political leaders have condemned the brutal acid attack that led to the death of Rachel Wandeto, describing the incident as a dangerous sign of growing political intolerance and hate in the country. Speaking during a press briefing at the…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), led by the Chairman, Erastus Ethekon, today hosted a delegation from the European Union and the EU Council Africa Working Party (COAFR) during their annual working visit to Kenya.…
The National Construction Authority (NCA) has issued a strong public warning against the increasing trend of individuals impersonating its officials, citing an ongoing case involving five suspects at the Kiambu Law Courts. The suspects,…
Kenya’s electric mobility sector has recorded rapid growth over the last three years, with the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the country’s roads rising from about 1,200 in 2023 to more than 35,000 currently, stakeholders have said.…
Joy and excitement marked the commissioning of newly constructed Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) classrooms in Kiambogo and Mbathi villages in Kijabe Ward as the Kiambu County Government intensified efforts to improve access…
Education in Hamisi Constituency has received a major boost after the Safaricom Foundation awarded Cheptech Secondary School a Sh59 million boost to upgrade infrastructure and learning materials aimed at raising the quality of education…
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the adoption of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) to improve traffic management, road safety, and operational monitoring across the country. Speaking in Mombasa during the…
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), Nyeri branch, is calling for constructive dialogue in resolving the crisis arising from the sharp increase in fuel prices in the country. Nyeri KNCCI chairperson, Ibrahim Ndung’u…
Medical Services Principal Secretary (PS) Dr. Ouma Oluga has called for curriculum harmonization in medical training institutions and the need for stronger co-investment models to address workforce losses linked to brain drain. Speaking on…
The public transport and storage sector contributes an average of eight to nine per cent of Kenya’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), making it a vital pillar of the economy. It is a vibrant sub-sector within the broader services industry and…
Kenya has officially joined the TRACE Project, a regional initiative, aimed at strengthening ethics and regulatory systems governing clinical trials across Africa through digital integration and harmonized review processes. The Trial…
Murang’a County Governor Irungu Kang’ata has pledged support to traders, whose businesses were destroyed during recent protests against rising fuel prices in the town. The governor said the assistance will be provided through the county…
Police in Busia shot dead two youths while repelling a group that had stormed Busia Police Station in an attempt to demand the release of a suspect in custody. Speaking to the press on Wednesday, Busia County Police Commander Ahamed…
The government has distributed milk coolers in a major move aimed at strengthening Kenya’s dairy sector, reducing post-harvest losses and improving farmers’ earnings across the country. Speaking on Wednesday during the flagging off…
Clinical officers in Kwale County have vowed to continue their ongoing strike, now entering its seventh day, accusing the county government of failing to address long-standing grievances affecting healthcare workers and service delivery.…
Health officials are calling on residents of Bungoma County to go for regular health screening in order to curb the rising cases of hypertension and cancer within the community. The County Non-Communicable Diseases Coordinator, Rose Mogoi,…
The Community Poverty Eradication Committee (CPEC) in Migori County has disbursed loans worth Sh1.2 million to various community self-help groups in Suna East and Suna West constituencies, amid growing concerns over inadequate funding and…
Vihiga County Women Representative, Beatrice Adagala has intensified her community empowerment initiatives through the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) by championing grassroots social development and economic…
Students in special learning institutions in Bondo constituency have for the first time benefited from bursaries courtesy of Bondo NG-CDF. In the latest disbursement, the special institutions which have always missed out on the bursary…
Fishing communities along the shores of Lake Victoria are grappling with frequent conflicts associated with dwindling fish catches. The conflicts are threatening their livelihoods and the sustainability of the sector. The Chairperson of…
Normalcy has returned to Kiambu town following a two-day public transport shutdown that had disrupted movement across the area. On Wednesday morning, stages were once again bustling with activity as matatus and buses lined up to ferry…
The Iten Law Courts have launched a special service week aimed at fast-tracking uncontested land succession cases in a bid to reduce the growing backlog of inheritance disputes that have remained unresolved for years. The exercise,…
