Government disburses KSh 546 million to revive western Kenya’s ailing sugar sector
The Kenyan government has released KSh 546 million to stabilize struggling sugar factories in Western Kenya, signaling a major boost to the country’s sugar industry. Principal Secretary for Agriculture, Dr.…
Governor Nyong’o launches high-tech system to boost lake region’s blue economy
Kisumu Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o on Thursday, December 5, officially commissioned the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (eMEL) system for the Blue Economy Multi-Agency Action Plan at the Acacia Premier…
Kenya Sugar Board and GIZ launch sugarcane growers guide to revolutionize the industry
The Kenya Sugar Board, in collaboration with the German Development Agency (GIZ), has launched the Kenya Sugarcane Growers Guide, a transformative tool aimed at increasing efficiency and boosting sugarcane yields.…
Wetang’ula backs Raila Odinga for top African Union role
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has endorsed former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as the ideal candidate to lead the African Union Commission (AUC), emphasizing his ability to champion Africa's interests…
Ruto enacts three key bills into law, boosting counties and water services
President William Ruto signed three transformative bills into law on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at State House, Nairobi, solidifying legislative frameworks on revenue allocation, property valuation, and water services. The…
Ruth Odinga calls for urgent, lasting solutions to Nyando flood crisis
Kisumu County Woman Representative Hon. Ruth Busia Adhiambo Odinga has called for a permanent solution to the perennial flooding in Nyando, emphasizing that the cycle of displacement and suffering must…
Kenya Wildlife Service hits milestone with 1,274 new rangers graduating
In a historic event for Kenya’s wildlife conservation efforts, President William Ruto on Tuesday, December 3, presided over the passing-out parade of 1,274 Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) rangers—the largest recruitment…
PS Raymond Omollo leads flood response in Busia and Kisumu, outlines long-term solutions
The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, spearheaded flood response efforts in Busia and Kisumu counties, as the government ramps up support for affected communities.…
Seme residents protest poor roads, blame MP Nyikal for inaction
Residents of Kombewa in Seme Constituency, Kisumu County, took to the streets on December 2 to protest deteriorating road conditions and a collapsed bridge that has left the area nearly…
Grandfather’s curse and unanswered questions as ‘Young Billionaire’ Akoko Sirkal laid to rest
The small village of Yimbo in Siaya County was thrust into the spotlight as mourners gathered to lay to rest 23-year-old Sospeter Onyango Osunga, popularly known as Akoko Sirkal, a…