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Two men were arraigned before Mombasa Law Court for allegedly peddling illicit drugs and trafficking cocaine worth Sh3,965,723. Hilton Gocho Chopeta and Mohamed Jabir Ali appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo and denied…
Soya bean farming is gaining momentum in Homa Bay County as government and development partners intensify efforts to empower young farmers through climate-smart agriculture, access to finance, quality seeds, and guaranteed markets. The…
Farmers in the North Rift have appealed to the national government to waive their loan repayments as part of compensation for losses incurred due to prolonged drought in the region. They asked the government to bail them out by directing…
A family in Mombasa County is appealing for urgent financial assistance to save the life of their two-year-old daughter, who is battling stage four eye cancer. The family of Urivela Bakari from Likoni Sub-County is appealing to…
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, Hassan Ali Joho, has convened and chaired a high-level consultative meeting to fast-track the reopening of the Hillo Gold Mines in Marsabit County, following a…
Faith leaders in Nandi County have called on the government, opposition leaders, and the public to uphold peace, unity, and responsible political discourse as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a peace…
A study by the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has found that 91 per cent of Kenyans believe candidates cannot win elections without giving money or gifts to voters. The findings underscored the growing concerns over the…
Kenyans have been urged to speak out and destigmatize efforts to seek help whenever an individual faces life challenges so as to curb rising suicide cases across the country. This follows the recent release of a report by the Ministry of…
Learners from 22 schools across Embu County have benefited from training on environmental conservation and smart farming through a partnership between an NGO, ‘Rainforest Alliance’ and the Kenya Scouts Association (KSA). The NGO, through…
Youth in Kiambu County have been urged to take a leading role in promoting peace and harmony while advocating for good governance, accountability, and public trust amongst leaders as the country heads for the 2027 General Election. The…
Two-time gold medalist Vincent Keter has vowed to make his mark as he prepares to compete in the Elite International Road Mile Race in Rome, Italy, on July 27 this year. Keter heads into the race with an impressive record, having won gold…
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have been urged to transition from basic survival tactics to establishing structured internal systems, sound financial governance, and strategic partnerships to effectively navigate market…
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health has expressed support for the Kenya Medical Research Institute’s (KEMRI) request for an additional Sh500 million to complete the construction of a modern biomedical research complex.…
It goes without saying that trees are becoming an indispensable component of sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. In Tinderet Sub County, intensified afforestation efforts are not only restoring degraded landscapes but…
Kakamega County Government has strengthened her partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in order to reinforce climate-resilient agriculture and finalize the country’s first county Agricultural…
The African Union (AU) Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, Amb. Liberata Mulamula, has called on governments and regional institutions to shift from negotiating peace agreements to delivering measurable results. Amb. Mulamula…
Principal Secretary (PS) for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has challenged African states to enhance collective action towards equitable and quality healthcare for all. Dr. Oluga noted that Africa currently has the continental…
Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has announced plans to recruit 100 additional healthcare workers as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare services in the county. Governor Achani said the recruitment will help address staffing gaps in…
Residents of Baraka Estate in Manyatta, Kisumu City, have appealed to Kenya Power to urgently replace a decaying pole supporting electricity lines, warning that it poses a serious danger to lives, businesses, and property. The pole,…
The African Union (AU) Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, Amb. Liberata Mulamula, has called on governments and regional institutions to shift from negotiating peace agreements to delivering measurable results, insisting that the…
The State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender-responsive policies and programmes that empower young women in the creative economy. This is a culmination of a presentation of…
Thirty-one graduates from Kiambu National Polytechnic are set to begin vocational training and employment opportunities in Bavaria, Germany, after successfully completing the inaugural Talent Gateway Programme, a labour mobility initiative…
The government has proposed amendments to the anti-doping framework to align Kenya’s efforts to contain the vice with international standards. The Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill 2026, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) Anti-Doping Policy…
The 11th Edition of China Trade Week (CTW), alongside three specialized co-located exhibitors: Megawatt Africa, Africa Build Show, and Africa Technology Show, has officially kicked off in Nairobi, targeting enhanced trade ties, economic…
