Nakuru, Kenya| The adoption of advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology has significantly transformed tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis in Nakuru County, improving imaging accuracy and reducing turnaround times for patients. Nakuru County Executive for Health, Roselyn Mungai, emphasized that the integration of AI-supported tools has enhanced the efficiency of TB detection, marking a major milestone in the […]
In a major milestone towards universal electricity access, the government has successfully connected 12,707 households in Kwale County to the national power grid under the Sh1.4 billion Last-Mile Connectivity Project. This initiative, launched by President William Ruto at Kiwegu Secondary School grounds in Vanga, is set to transform livelihoods, stimulate economic growth, and enhance social […]
•Nakuru County has embraced artificial intelligence (AI) and automated technology to revolutionize the fight against tuberculosis (TB), improving early detection, diagnosis, and treatment while reducing community transmission of the disease. The County TB, Leprosy, and Lung Disease Coordinator, Dr. Neimah Barasa, announced that the adoption of advanced diagnostic tools—such as a digital AI-enabled X-ray machine, […]
Nairobi, Kenya| In a significant leadership transition, Senator Fatuma Dullo (Isiolo) and Professor Tom Ojienda, SC (Kisumu), have been unanimously elected as the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, respectively, of the Senate Standing Committee on National Security, Defence, and Foreign Relations. Their unopposed election marks the beginning of their stewardship over the influential nine-member committee, which […]
As Kenya advances toward its goal of achieving 100% clean energy use by 2030, Kiambu County is embracing sustainable cooking solutions to mitigate the environmental and health risks associated with traditional cooking methods. This shift is part of a nationwide push to reduce reliance on wood and charcoal, which have long contributed to deforestation, air […]
Nairobi, Kenya| East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Maina Karobia has urged East African states to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs) at border points to promote intra-regional trade and unlock the region’s economic potential. Speaking on the matter, Karobia emphasized that East Africa’s population of over 350 million provides a significant market that should […]
•Lack of Progress on Key Electoral Recommendations Raises Concerns The European Union (EU) has issued a strong warning to Kenya over delays in implementing critical electoral reforms, cautioning that failure to act promptly could compromise the credibility of the 2027 General Election. The Head of the EU Follow-Up Mission, Ivan Stefanec, highlighted concerns over the […]
Narok, Kenya| Leaders across Kenya, including those from Narok County, have joined the nation in mourning the passing of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairman Wafula Chebukati. Chebukati, who played a pivotal role in shaping Kenya’s electoral landscape, passed away while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital. Governor Patrick Ntutu led Narok leaders […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya is mourning the loss of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati, who passed away at the age of 64 after a prolonged illness. His family confirmed his death on Thursday night, February 20, marking the end of a distinguished career in law and electoral governance. A Nation Pays […]
•Fear and Frustration as Crime Rates Surge in Murang’a South Residents of Maragua Division in Murang’a South Sub-County are up in arms over escalating insecurity, calling on security agencies and local administration to act swiftly and restore peace in the region. The growing crime wave, characterized by murder, sexual violence, burglary, drug abuse, and unchecked […]
