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Kisii County Schools Light Up KSSSA Finals

Kisii: The 2024 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Kisii County finals concluded in high drama and celebration, showcasing top talent, sportsmanship, and rising competition across multiple disciplines. Held across various venues including Nyamache Boys and Magena Boys, the finals brought together the county’s finest in soccer, rugby, and volleyball,

Commission Raises Alarm Over Surge in GBV in Kisumu

Kisumu: The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has raised concern over rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) in Kisumu County. NGEC Nyanza Regional Coordinator Davis Okeyo revealed that over 576 survivors have sought help at the Gender-Based Violence Recovery Centre (GBVRC) at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital

Mwendaandu Boys Triumph Over Oljoorok to Represent Nyandarua at Regionals

Nyahururu: Mwendaandu Secondary School emerged victorious in the boy’s football category, securing their spot to represent Nyandarua County at the regional level after a decisive 2-0 win against Oljoorok Secondary. The intense match, held at Nyahururu Stadium, saw Oljoorok take the runner-up position in the county-level competition. According to Kenya

Women Benefit from Sh7m Economic Empowerment in West Pokot

Sigor: President William Samoei Ruto’s personal aide, Farouk Kibet, has initiated an elaborate programme to empower marginalised women in West Pokot in fulfilment of Kenya Kwanza administration pre-election pledges. In a colourful ceremony at Sigor Centre in Pokot Central Sub-County, local women stand to benefit from Sh7m donated by local

Embu County Ink Deal On Bio-fortified Nyota Beans Farming

Embu: The Embu County Government has entered into a partnership deal with the non-profit farmer-based organization Cereal Growers Association (CGA) to promote the growing of bio-fortified Nyota beans, known for their high iron and protein content. According to Kenya News Agency, the partnership, set to run for three years, will

National Assembly Advocates for Timely School Capitation Release to Prevent Auctions

Mathioya: Mathioya MP, Edwin Mugo, has revealed that members of the National Assembly are actively pursuing adequate funding for school capitation to ensure timely disbursements, aiming to protect school properties from being auctioned by suppliers. Mugo highlighted the challenges faced by school principals due to delays in capitation funds, which

Mombasa Launches New Initiative to Combat Waste Management Issues

Mombasa: Mombasa County Government is set to introduce a waste management pilot programme in July, which will involve youth-led Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and private garbage collectors to enhance efficiency and cleanliness in the city. Governor Nassir announced the initiative during a public participation event on solid waste management at

Jambojet Scales Up Kisumu Operations with New Aircraft

Kisumu: Low-cost carrier Jambojet is set to enhance its operations on the Kisumu-Nairobi route following the acquisition of a ninth aircraft, a Dash 8 Q400, which will boost the airline’s capacity to meet growing passenger demand. Speaking in Kisumu, Jambojet Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Karanja Ndegwa, revealed that the new