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
Narok: Two spiritual leaders in Narok County have expressed concerns regarding the declining virtues within society, which they say have contributed to rising incidents of murder, corruption, and tribalism in the country. Bishop Augustine Rugut of Gospel Outreach and Bishop Paul Mbugua of Kenya Wariba Israel Churches have voiced their
Kericho: Kericho East Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Kibe Maguta has called on communities to take the lead in nurturing morally upright and socially responsible children, stressing that faith, character, and peer encouragement are critical in raising a values-driven generation. Speaking during the Day of the African Child commemoration at Kericho
Vihiga: Leaders in Vihiga County are calling on the national government to take urgent steps to revive the tea sector, highlighting the need for devolved units to have a more significant role in tea production, marketing, and policy implementation. Speaking during the funeral of Benard Chahilu, the former Chairman of
Migori: The cooperative movement in Migori County has faced significant challenges over the years, with many societies struggling to sustain their operations. Despite having over 400 registered cooperative societies, records from the cooperative offices reveal that fewer than 100 are actively operational. According to Kenya News Agency, the Ministry of