Narok: Emmanuel Kirapash, who was serving a life sentence for a murder conviction in 2000, has been granted a presidential amnesty. This significant development has brought joy to Kirapash and his family, ending a long separation that began when he was just 24 years old. His incarceration at Narok GK
Mandera: Kenya Women Senators Association (KEWOSA), in partnership with human rights organisations, has officially launched an awareness and empowerment campaign in Mandera County to eliminate Gender Based Violence against women and girls. The initiative is spearheaded by nominated Senator Mariam Sheikh, who emphasized the importance of empowering women to speak
Naivasha: The government has announced an injection of Sh3.5 billion aimed at upgrading infrastructure in 19 national tea factories across the country. This strategic move is designed to enhance efficiency and operational effectiveness within the sector, with the broader goal of increasing farmers’ earnings from their tea produce. According to
Lari: Farmers in Lari Sub-County received a major boost as hundreds of residents in Kirenga Ward took part in a community empowerment exercise aimed at transforming livelihoods through agribusiness. The Kiambu County Government distributed high-quality piglets, animal feeds, and assorted farm inputs to support small-scale farming families. According to Kenya
Vihiga: Vihiga Chief Officer for Health Services, Dr. Mary Anyiendah, has received a delegation from the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), led by Dr. Lynne Elson, ahead of the rollout of a major Tungiasis research project in Vihiga County. The upcoming project aims to address Tungiasis, a
Embu: The Senate Standing Committee on Security, Defence and Foreign Relations held a public participation forum with muguka farmers and traders from Embu County over a proposed bill aimed at declassifying miraa/muguka as drugs. The forum, which took place at Kiritiri Market in Mbeere South Constituency, sought public input on
Busia: Busia County has launched a children’s policy aimed at advancing children’s rights and protection within the county. The policy was introduced during the Day of the African Child celebrations at Busende Primary School, where Busia County Commissioner Chaunga Mwachaunga emphasized the importance of increased budget allocation for children’s welfare
Nairobi: Kenya is looking into new collaborations with international tech giants and foreign governments to open up digital employment opportunities for its youth. With Germany emerging as a crucial ally in filling talent gaps in its economy, conversations have been underway to ensure global job opportunities for the Kenyan youth