Day: June 15, 2025

Government Urged to Allocate Sufficient Funds for Children’s Services

Kakamega: Stakeholders have called upon the government to set aside enough funds to support children’s services for proper upbringing. Speaking during the commemoration of the Day of the African Child at Approved grounds Kakamega, the stakeholders asked both the National and County government to ensure that children are protected, access

CS Duale Leads SHA Registration Drive in Garissa, Emphasizes UHC Progress

Nairobi: Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called on Garissa residents to register for the Social Health Authority (SHA) in large numbers to avoid being denied access to medical services. Currently, only 150,468 Kenyans in Garissa have registered with SHA, translating to only 16.7 per cent of the population. According

Leaders Urge Kenyans to Embrace Peace and Unity

Kisii: A section of leaders from various parts of the country have urged Kenyans to embrace peace, unity, and cohesion in a bid to spur the country’s economic growth. The leaders also criticized those allegedly using the death of Albert Ojwang from Homabay County, who allegedly died in the hands

Kenyans Encouraged to Support People Living with Albinism

Eldoret: The First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, has urged Kenyans to support the community of individuals living with albinism, encouraging the public to challenge the stigma often associated with them. Her remarks were made during the International Albinism Awareness Day 2025 celebrations, held at Huruma Sub County Hospital grounds in

Government Partners with Educational Institutions to Equip Students for Job Market

Embu: The Government has unveiled plans to collaborate with institutions of higher learning to better prepare students for the demands of the ever-evolving job market. Principal Secretary for MSME Development, Susan Mang’eni, emphasized the urgency of this initiative amidst the rising unemployment rates among the youth in the country. According

Bridge Closed After Developing Cracks

Homa Bay: The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has temporarily suspended the use of Kanyadhiang Bridge along Homa Bay town-Kisumu road after it developed cracks. According to Kenya News Agency, the bridge, which has been in use for over two decades, developed cracks before deteriorating into gaping potholes posing danger

Two Forms of Mathematics to Be Taught in Senior Secondary Schools, Says KICD Chairman

Murang’a: Two forms of mathematics will be offered at senior schools, one for those taking the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) pathway and another for those taking arts, sports, and social sciences. According to Kenya News Agency, the chairman of the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), Professor Simon

Women Rep Launches Sh6M Bursary to Support Needy Students in West Pokot

Kapenguria: West Pokot County Women Representative Real Kasiwai on Friday launched a bursary fund worth Sh6 million from her kitty aimed at supporting needy students across the county. The fund, which is an allocation from the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), was launched in Kapenguria and also saw women