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Kenyan Engineers Lobby for Greater Involvement in Mega Infrastructure Developments

Nairobi: The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) is calling for increased participation of local engineers in the development and execution of major infrastructure projects, many of which have historically been awarded to expatriate contractors. According to Kenya News Agency, Kenyan professionals are being sidelined in the rollout of large-scale,

State Launches New Initiative to Enforce 50-Kg Packaging Rule for Irish Potatoes

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

Scaling Data and Innovation to Enhance Soil Fertility and Health Across Africa

Nairobi: The government is currently distributing approximately 7.5 million 50 kg bags of fertilizer annually. Despite progress in increasing fertilizer use to 55 kg per hectare of nutrients, surpassing the Sub-Saharan average of 17 kg per hectare, the country is still experiencing degraded soils. State Department of Agriculture Principal Secretary

Farmers in Makueni County Equipped with Advanced Food Preservation Techniques

Makueni: Farmers in Makueni County have been trained on new technologies for the preservation of food, especially grains, Makueni County Assistant Director of Agriculture (ADA) Mr. Samuel Mburu has disclosed. Mr. Mburu said that the farmers who plant green grams, maize, cowpeas, and beans have been trained on the use

Community Organization Fights Menstrual Stigma to Protect Girls’ Dreams

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

French Government to Bolster Kenya’s Creative Economy Through ICT Hubs

Bondo: The French government is set to enhance Kenya’s creative economy by supporting the Siaya Community Digital Hub, as revealed by French Ambassador to Kenya, Arnaud Suquet. The initiative aligns with France’s commitment to fostering ICT hubs across the country. According to Kenya News Agency, Ambassador Suquet, during his visit

Red Cross Celebrates 60 Years of Humanitarian Service with Road Safety Appeal

Wote: The Kenya Red Cross Makueni County Coordinator, Solomon Usia, has called upon residents to take precautionary measures, especially when crossing roads, in an effort to avert loss of lives on the roads. According to Kenya News Agency, Usia specifically warned individuals against crossing roads at corners and reminded pedestrians

Greedy Coaches Exploit Young Talents in Elgeyo Marakwet

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