Abidjan: Throughout French-speaking Africa, street children are an all-too-common phenomenon. Although different names are used to describe these children, they all refer to the same precarious reality. In 2021, the International Catholic Child Bureau (BICE) reported there were over 120 million street children worldwide, including 30 million in Africa. In
Mombasa: Thika Water and Sewerage Company (THIWASCO) has voiced concerns over the persistent issue of illegal water connections, which have resulted in significant financial losses and disrupted supply to its more than 43,000 direct customers. According to Kenya News Agency, THIWASCO’s Managing Director, Moses Kinya, revealed that despite an increase
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
Kajiado: Human settlements, especially in urban centers and cities, generate an estimated 2.3 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste every year, according to the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), and it is projected to hit 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. This surge in waste is driving pollution, biodiversity loss, and
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
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: 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
Kajiado: Human settlements, especially in urban centers and cities, generate an estimated 2.3 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste every year, according to the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), and it is projected to hit 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. This surge in waste is driving pollution, biodiversity loss, and