Category: General

Senate Committee Investigates Long-Term Impact of Thange Oil Spill

Makueni: The Senate Committee on Energy visited Thange Ward in Makueni County to gather information on the repercussions of an oil spill that occurred there a decade ago. The committee, led by Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, focused on the most affected areas along River Thange, a crucial water source for

Government Set to Finalize Sh20 Billion Koru-Soin Dam Project

Kisumu: The national government is moving closer to finalizing a public-private partnership (PPP) agreement to complete the stalled Sh19.8 billion Koru-Soin Multipurpose Dam project. According to Kenya News Agency, Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo has stated that discussions with potential private sector investors are at an advanced stage, with

County Unveils 16 Fertilizer Distribution Stores to Support Farmers

Kericho: Kericho County Government has launched 16 new fertilizer distribution stores across its six sub-counties to enhance access to subsidized farm inputs under the national government’s fertilizer program. Governor Dr. Eric Mutai, speaking at Girimori Market in Kunyak Ward, Kipkelion West Sub-County, said the new outlets will complement the existing

Kwale Distributes Livestock to Enhance Milk Production and Livelihoods

Kwale: Kwale County Government has distributed 30 hybrid dairy cows and 144 hardy gala goats to small-scale farmers to boost milk production and living standards in the coastal county. The devolved government, in collaboration with the Kenya Marine Fisheries Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED) project, has initiated the dairy cattle stocking program

County Commences Sh. 55 Million Maternal-Child Health Unit Construction in Kunyak

Kunyak: The Kericho County Government has initiated the construction of a Sh. 55 million Maternal and Child Health Unit at Kunyak Health Centre in Kipkelion West Sub-County. This project is aimed at enhancing access to quality maternal and child healthcare. According to Kenya News Agency, Kericho County Governor Dr. Eric

Attack on President Ruto Described as Isolated Incident by Kuria Leaders

Kehancha: Political leaders from the Kuria region have expressed strong condemnation of the misguided attempt to throw a shoe at President Ruto during his development and meet-the-people tour in Kehancha town, Migori County. According to Kenya News Agency, the leaders termed the incident as isolated and misguided, despite its widespread

Shabana Drops Points After Narrow Defeat to Gor Mahia

Gusii: Gusii-based FKF Premier League side Shabana suffered a narrow defeat after they lost 1-0 to Gor Mahia in a tense match at Gusii stadium on Sunday. The match was delayed by 45 minutes due to clashes between fans from both teams earlier in the day, resulting in at least

Governor Wamatangi Unveils State-of-the-Art Waste Compactor in Kiambu County

Kiambu: In a major step toward improving urban sanitation and waste management, Governor Kimani Wamatangi today officially launched a 12-cubic meter waste compactor, the latest addition to Kiambu County’s efforts to modernize its waste collection systems. The state-of-the-art compactor is equipped with a modern hydraulic system that enables on-site compression