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Adults who missed out on formal schooling have been urged to enrol in adult education programmes as a pathway to literacy, skills development and improved livelihoods. An education officer in Kakamega Central said adult learning provides…
The County Government of Vihiga, in partnership with Kaimosi Friends National Polytechnic (KFNP) and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Authority, is conducting a week-long capacity building programme on…
UN Women and the Government of Kenya convened global leaders in Nairobi to mark five years of Generation Equality, highlighting major progress while launching a new body of evidence to guide the next phase of action. At the center of the…
Kirinyaga County has begun onboarding investors for its nearly complete County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIP) at Sagana, even as more counties continue visiting to benchmark on the project’s successful implementation. Bungoma…
The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organisation (KEPRO) and the County Government of Mombasa have launched a countywide waste segregation initiative targeting 1,000 households in a bid to promote sustainable waste management,…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has launched Phase III of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) programme and approved an additional USD16 million to accelerate the adoption of agricultural technologies and…
Africa’s agricultural transformation will depend on investing in young people’s skills alongside strengthening systems and expanding access to finance, Swisscontact Country Director Sharon Mosin has said. Speaking during the Financing…
Youth have been urged to take a leading role in electoral governance by participating in voter registration, political processes and democratic reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election. The call was made during the People Dialogue…
Small and medium-sized agribusinesses that have traditionally struggled to secure bank loans due to a lack of collateral are increasingly accessing credit through a technology-driven financing model that relies on transaction data rather…
Kenya’s surveying and geospatial training is set for a major overhaul following a consultative meeting between the Land Surveyors’ Board and universities, which agreed on the need for a harmonised training framework, clear professional…
Uriri Member of Parliament Mark Nyamita has called on teachers to play a leading role in mentoring young people, describing them as key partners in shaping responsible citizens and improving education standards in Migori County. Speaking…
The national government has intensified efforts to make Kenya’s mining sector safer, more accountable and economically beneficial through a countrywide public participation exercise on proposed mining laws, with stakeholders in West Pokot…
Kenya has joined more than 20 African countries and international partners to establish a fund aimed at improving the livelihoods of people living in urban areas while supporting the development of resilient, inclusive and sustainable…
The government has rolled out a nationwide mapping exercise to establish a comprehensive database of minority and marginalised communities in a move aimed at promoting inclusive governance, equitable service delivery and targeted…
The Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) summit officially adjourned last evening with a resounding call for sustained collaboration and investment to transform Africa’s agri‑food systems. The message from the three days of…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has strongly condemned the resurgence of political goonism, disruptions of religious gatherings and alleged state-sponsored abductions. The legislator on Thursday cautioned that the trend poses a serious threat to…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has paid Sh27.91 billion to county government health facilities after receiving claims worth Sh40.91 billion by the end of June, according to the authority’s latest payment status update. SHA said it had…
The rapid growth of short-term rental accommodation in Kisumu is creating new opportunities for young entrepreneurs, many of whom are building thriving businesses without owning a single property. Driven by the increasing popularity of…
The Kisumu County assembly has approved the County Budget Estimates for the Financial Year (FY) 2026/2027 amounting to Sh14, 460, 638,805, thus setting the stage for the implementation of programmes and projects that have been earmarked to…
Construction of the Shauri–Karia–Karenju Road in Lari Constituency is progressing steadily, with ongoing earthworks marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve transport infrastructure and enhance connectivity between Githirioni,…
The County Government of Makueni through the Department of Gender and Social Services has set aside Sh160 million under the Makueni County Empowerment Fund (MCEF) aimed at benefitting women, youth, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in…
Solar power is increasingly becoming the preferred source of energy for residents and small businesses in Kosele Trading Centre, Rachuonyo South Sub-county, as households embrace affordable and reliable clean energy solutions. Many homes…
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has thrown his weight behind the newly launched Media and Communication Awards (MAC) 2026, proposing a dedicated category to promote Mombasa’s image across print, broadcast, photography and digital…
The Nairobi Hospital has entered into a partnership with the Nairobi Polo Club to provide healthcare services during the 2026/2027 polo season in a move aimed at enhancing player safety, promoting preventive healthcare and supporting the…
