During their recent International Investment Conference, the Homa Bay County government and investors signed eight Memoranda of Understandings (MOUs). Governor Gladys Wanga commended all stakeholders, including the executive, partners, and sponsors, for their contributions to the success of the investment conference. The county government has signed MOUs with various organizations including Afropal International Limited, Ento Tech Africa Limited, Yazmark International, Rift Valley Products Limited, Manda University Trust, Fairdeal Real Estate, Kenya Shipyard Limited, and Redington. Wanga said that in the agricultural sector, Afropal International Limited in collaboration with the national government will provide a framework for edible oil palm production around the Lake Victoria region including Homa Bay County. Yazmark International and Homa Bay County government are set to establish a 50-bed Mother and Child Specialist Hospital to tackle regional healthcare challenges. 'With regards to education, the county is expected to establish 'Manda University Kenya' to specialize in health sciences and agricultural courses through partnership with Manda University Trust,' she added. The Governor said Fair Deal Real Estate is set to invest in affordable housing and student's hostel construction projects to support the growing population in the county. On the other hand, Redington, through the partnership is also expected to generate solar power that will benefit beaches, schools and hospitals not connected to the national grid in Homa Bay, which will promote employment and technology transfer. Wanga also reiterated her administration's commitment to transforming the lives of Homa Bay residents through critical projects. Source: Kenya News Agency The President and founder of the Lordina Foundation, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama on Friday hosted an interaction with the National Queen Mothers Platform to commemorate the 2024 International Women's Day. The interaction focused on the theme of 'Inspiring Inclusion'. allowed the queen mothers and the former first lady to discuss how society, especially women, could best help push and uplift women. 'We must inspire inclusion and create a powerful force that has the potential to change our communities and our country,' Mrs Mahama stated. She also highlighted the significant impact of investing in women, both morally and economically. Mrs Mahama pointed out that everyone benefited when women reached their full potential, leading to healthier, more educated, and more prosperous communities. Additionally, Mrs Mahama highlighted the contributions of the Lordina Foundation in supporting women and children in need. She revealed that the foundation had provided support for education, small businesses, and healthc are facilities, particularly focusing on maternal and child health. Mrs Mahama also shared a success story from the Lordina Foundation's involvement in building a new maternity and children's ward for the Bole District Hospital, which led to zero maternal mortality in 2023. Mrs Mahama encouraged women to recommit themselves to empowering women, creating an inclusive society, and investing in every woman's potential and pledged to continue her efforts through the Lordina Foundation to support communities and inspire inclusion for women nationwide. Source: Ghana News Agency
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