Mombasa: Africa faces a USD 100 billion annual gap in foreign direct investment, a situation compounded by weak rule of law rankings, debt vulnerabilities, and destructive cases, African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has said. These involve investors buying national debt at a discount on secondary markets, then
Makueni: The County Government of Makueni has awarded scholarships to 81 students pursuing studies in various courses in universities spread across the country. Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr stated that the beneficiaries were bright but needy students from less privileged backgrounds whose secondary education was also sponsored by the county
Nairobi: The government has partnered with health insurers to implement a Joint Anti-Fraud Action aimed at eradicating ghost patients, penalising malpractice, and restoring public trust in the healthcare system. According to Kenya News Agency, the Ministry of Health is working with strategic partners to address financial challenges in the health
Kisumu: The government of Kenya is taking steps to revise its labour agreement with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations to ensure a safer and more favorable working environment for Kenyan citizens employed in the Middle East. Labour and Skills Development PS Shadrack Mwadime confirmed the government’s commitment to securing
Nairobi: Dr Richard Lesiyampe Leserian has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Health Cabinet Secretary Adan Duale, in a statement sent to newsrooms, emphasized the importance of Kenyatta National Hospital as the Apex national referral facility in advancing health sector reforms and
Migori: Migori County nurses have called off their industrial action following fruitful engagement between the county government and the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN). The strike was jointly called off by Caleb Opondi, the Migori County Executive Member of Health; Martin Okello, the Chair of Health in the Migori
Nairobi: Deputy Head of the Public Service (DHOPS), Amos Gathecha, has praised Communication and Information Officers for their significant efforts in amplifying government messaging and enhancing the visibility of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This comes despite the evolving nature of communication styles and the shift away from traditional practices.
Nairobi: The County Government of Nakuru is actively revising its Waste Management Act of 2021 and Waste Management Policy Framework to address current gaps and develop new, comprehensive policies aimed at modern waste management challenges. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Water, Environment, Climate Change, Energy and Natural Resources, Dr.