Nairobi: The Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) conference 2025 has officially kicked off today at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The conference has gathered an array of African and international stakeholders under the theme ‘Taking Ownership: Rethinking Sustainable Financing for Africa’s Food Systems’. Scheduled to run from
Kenol Township: As the fight towards ending Gender Based Violence (GBV) intensifies, police have been marked as key actors in ending the vice. Speaking during a GBV sensitization meeting for the police, media practitioners, and transport industry key players at Kenol Township, Mary Kinyanjui from the State Department for Gender
Kesses: In a move towards a sustainable future, Moi University has deepened its partnership with Kenyan engineering firm Afriwatt to launch phase two of its solar energy project. The initiative aims to reduce the university’s electricity costs, support climate action, and enhance training and research opportunities for students. According to
Garissa: Environmental and Public Health officers have raised concerns about being overshadowed by key institutions and departments under Infections, Prevention and Control (IPC) by medical professionals working in curative care. According to Kenya News Agency, Public Health Officers (PHOs) assert that doctors and nurses, whose primary focus is on curative
Nairobi: Women organizations are on the brink of extinction globally due to reduced funding, the United Nations has warned. UN Women, an entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering women, has raised alarms about the potential shutdown of organizations aiding women and girls in crises due to significant aid
Njoro: Egerton University is collaborating with various stakeholders to reinvigorate 4K Clubs in 10 schools across Njoro Sub-County. The initiative aims to equip young learners with essential knowledge and skills in sustainable farming and responsible crop protection practices. According to Kenya News Agency, the university is actively involved in training
Kericho: At the heart of Kericho’s bustling main stage, under a modest shade built by the County Government, sits Josea Kipokorir Barchok, a 48-year-old shoe shiner whose quiet perseverance has become a symbol of resilience and ambition. Barchok spoke to KNA about his journey that began over two decades ago
Mombasa: The Coast Social Justice Travelling Theatre (CSJTT) has trained over 100 young human rights activists on cybercrime laws to promote responsible digital activism. CSJTT Convener and Human Rights Activist, Bradley Ouna, highlighted the shift in activism towards social media, emphasizing the need for activists to be informed about laws