Kakamega: Kakamega County Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on residents to enroll in the Social Health Authority (SHA) program to gain access to free medical care in public hospitals. Speaking at the Madaraka Day celebrations at Malava Primary School, Governor Barasa emphasized the benefits of the SHA program, which allows
Elgeyo Marakwet: The government has deployed security personnel in all schools and health facilities in Kerio Valley sub-county to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. Elgeyo Marakwet County Commissioner Dr. John Korir emphasized that the government will act firmly against those threatening non-locals in the region. According to Kenya News Agency, Dr.
Molo: Molo Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Jackson Olechuta has urged residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities, especially in light of increased cattle theft and recent murder incidents in various parts of Nakuru County. Speaking during the Madaraka Day celebrations at Marioshoni trading center yesterday, Olechuta emphasized the
Nyandarua: Governor of Nyandarua County, Kiarie Badilisha, has revealed that the first cohort of the University of Nyandarua will commence their learning in September this year. Governor Badilisha, who was speaking during Madaraka Day celebrations at the Boiman area, said so far, the newly established university, which is a constituent
Kericho: Kericho County Commissioner Mr. Gilbert Kitiyo has decried a sharp increase in Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide within the county. Mr. Kitiyo, who made the remarks at Kiprugut Chumo Stadium in Kericho during celebrations to mark the 62nd Madaraka Day, noted that acts of GBV and femicide cases were
Nairobi: Kenya’s donkey population is plummeting at an alarming rate, with recent statistics indicating a decline of over 50% in the last decade. The surge in demand for donkey hides, particularly for export to China, has fuelled illegal slaughter and smuggling, threatening the livelihoods of communities that rely on these
Tharaka Nithi: Tharaka Nithi County joined the rest of the country in marking Kenya’s 62nd Madaraka Day with celebrations held at Kibugua Grounds, where residents turned out in large numbers to commemorate the historic day. According to Kenya News Agency, the event was presided over by County Commissioner David Gitonga,
Turkana: Madaraka Day was marked with significant events in Turkana at Baraza Park, Lokori. Turkana County Commissioner Julius Kavita, Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai, and his spouse Lilian Ekamais Lomorukai were in attendance to commemorate the occasion. According to Kenya News Agency, the celebrations were a focal point for the local community,