Garissa: The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has issued a warning to Kenyans about the risks associated with using banned cosmetics and skin lightening products. These products, which include various creams, lotions, gels, and soaps, have been identified as potentially harmful due to their content of hydroquinone, steroids, and hormonal
Elburgon: The government has unveiled an ambitious plan to distribute one million pyrethrum seedlings to farmers in a strategic effort to reclaim its dominance in the global pyrethrum market. Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, emphasized the momentum of the government’s revival plan amidst a rising
Fafi: Local leaders and residents in Fafi Constituency have expressed strong support for the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), urging its inclusion in the Constitution to protect it from legal and political disruptions. Participants in a public forum, held at the Fafi constituency member of parliament’s office, voiced their
Kwale: The Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Salim Mvurya, has highlighted the critical importance of nurturing grassroots football in the country. Plans are underway to roll out the inaugural Mashinani National Football Cup, a nationwide league scheduled to commence next month and culminate in the finals in December 2025. According to
Vihiga: Vihiga County government, in collaboration with the Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC), and other stakeholders, is working on policies to guide the implementation of laws on sexual and gender-based violence. The County Executive Committee Member for Social Services, Sports and Culture, Anne
Mombasa: Kesses Member of Parliament (MP) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Julius Ruto is advocating for the establishment of well-structured and independent internal audit departments across public institutions as a key measure to combat corruption and prevent the misuse of public resources. Speaking on the sidelines of the 22nd Annual
Nairobi: The Turkana County Government has taken a proactive step to address concerns arising from illegal mining activities in Kainuk, Naduat, and Suguta areas. In a stakeholders’ meeting convened to tackle environmental and community issues linked to mining operations, Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus emphasized the importance of public participation.
Vihiga: Vihiga Governor Dr. Wilber Ottichilo today assented to the Vihiga County Facilities Improvement Fund (FIF) Bill 2025, paving the way for the health facilities to retain and use the monies collected. The governor said the act grants all the health institutions the opportunity to budget, plan, and implement their