Nairobi: The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the Irish Potato Regulations 2019, which mandate that traders package the crop in 50-kilogram bags. The State Department for Agriculture and Livestock has warned of prosecution and penalties for those who violate these regulations, including fines of Sh500,000 or imprisonment for
Nairobi: Kenya has marked a major milestone in its agenda for energy equity and innovation with the official opening of the 6th Annual Research and Innovation Conference hosted by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). According to Kenya News Agency, this year’s conference, themed ‘Energy Access’, has attracted over
Siaya: Siaya County Commissioner Norbert Komora on Sunday called for concerted efforts to tackle security challenges in the county. Addressing this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium in Siaya town, Komora said there was a need for collaboration amongst all stakeholders instead of leaving everything in the
Nakuru: A community-based organization has rolled out a campaign to eradicate menstrual period stigma and poverty with the intention of promoting menstrual health, gender equality, and dignity. The initiative by Young African Women Initiative (YAWI) is primarily focusing on ending menstrual period shame and associated harmful stereotypes and barriers that
Nanyuki: It’s a sigh of relief for parents raising autistic children following the launch of a state-of-the-art autistic centre in Nanyuki, Laikipia County. The facility, which is one of its kind in the Mount Kenya region, is expected to cater to the needs of autistic children, including speech therapy, orthopedic
Mombasa: Leaders from Mombasa County are urging the national and county governments, as well as private sector stakeholders, to prioritise employment opportunities for local youth to curb insecurity. According to Kenya News Agency, during the Madaraka Day celebrations held at Uwanja wa Mbuzi grounds in Nyali Sub-County, Mombasa Senator Mohamed
Elgeyo Marakwet: It is the dream of many young people in Elgeyo Marakwet, referred to as the Home of Champions, to follow in the footsteps of the many world champions that the county has produced over the years. The champions inspire the youth to live the athletic dream of not
Nairobi: In the heart of Narok County, where culture and tradition often dictate silence on matters of menstruation, a quiet revolution is beginning to take shape – one that could transform the lives of thousands of school-going girls. Despite the presence of several NGOs working to empower the girl child,