Nakuru, Kenya – Egerton University is engaging with the Nakuru County Government to address the challenge of disposing asbestos waste generated from its old structures undergoing renovations. The 84-year-old institution is undertaking this initiative …
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Nyeri County Launches Training on Psychological First Aid for Community Members
Nyeri, Kenya – The Nyeri County Engagement Forum, in collaboration with the Foundation for Dialogue (FFD) and the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), has initiated a training program to equip 160 community members and Community Health Promoters …
Read moreMigori County Launches Sh34 Million Executive Assembly Plaza
Migori County, Kenya – In a significant move towards enhancing legislative efficiency and transparency, Migori County has launched a Sh34 million project for the construction of an executive County Assembly plaza. The groundbreaking ceremony, held at …
Read moreBaringo County Faces Rising Challenge in Combating Female Genital Mutilation
Baringo County, Kenya – Health experts in Baringo County have recently expressed significant concerns over an emerging trend in Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), particularly targeting women over 30 years of age. This worrying development was highlight…
Read moreNairobi Targets Enhanced Investment Environment to Capitalize on Diaspora Remittances
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government is taking definitive steps to improve the country’s investment environment, aiming to leverage the substantial diaspora remittances more effectively. This strategic move follows a government promise to ease inves…
Read moreTurkana County’s Green Mini-Grid Program Hindered by Land Challenges
Turkana County, Kenya – A significant land challenge has emerged as a key obstacle in the progress of the Green Mini-Grid (GMG) Program in Turkana County. This issue was brought to light during a meeting between a delegation from the French Developmen…
Read moreMigori County Faces Rise in Teenage Pregnancies Linked to Defilement Cases
Migori County, Kenya – Recent data reveals a concerning increase in adolescent pregnancies in Migori County, significantly attributed to rising defilement cases. Seth Mideyo, a Migori health official overseeing child adolescence health activities in U…
Read moreTurkana County Fishermen Receive Sh157 Million Worth of Fishing Equipment from USAID-NAWIRI
Turkana County, Kenya – Fishermen in Turkana County, specifically from the Lake Turkana area, have received a significant boost with the donation of fishing gear and equipment worth Sh157 million. This contribution, facilitated by the USAID-NAWIRI pro…
Read moreKenya Integrates COVID-19 Vaccine into National Immunization Program
Eldoret, Kenya – The Kenyan government, through the Ministry of Health, has initiated the integration of the COVID-19 vaccine into its routine immunization program. This move is part of the National Vaccines and Immunization Program (NVIP), aimed at e…
Read moreEmbu Chief Magistrate Suggests Amendments to Court Mention Rules to Alleviate Backlog
Embu, Kenya – Embu Chief Magistrate Francis Kyambi has proposed changes to the current rules governing criminal case mentions in court. These adjustments aim to address the growing backlog of cases in the judicial system. Kyambi suggests altering the …
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