The Kenyan government has disbursed grants totaling Sh128 million to fish farmers across 15 counties under the Aquaculture Business Development Programme (ABDP). The initiative, co-funded by the Government of Kenya and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), aims to support smallholder farmers in aquaculture, enhancing their sustainability and profitability in fish farming. Empowering Fish […]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania| President Samia Suluhu Hassan has outlined Tanzania’s strategic plans to leverage its geographical location as a crucial hub for connecting electricity networks across Eastern and Southern Africa. This initiative aims to facilitate seamless electricity trade between the Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP) and the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP), linking energy […]
The Kenyan government, in partnership with key players in the dairy sector, has unveiled the MoreMilk 2 initiative, a groundbreaking program aimed at improving milk safety, quality, and access to regulated markets for small-scale informal dairy businesses. The program also seeks to empower consumers to demand safer, high-quality milk and promote gender equity by fostering […]
In response to mounting concerns within the aquaculture sector, Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, Ali Hassan Joho, has constituted a 12-member taskforce to review the Fisheries Management and Development (Aquaculture) Regulations 2024. This decisive action follows a High Court suspension of the regulations, initially set to take effect on January 1, […]
The global economy has suffered a staggering $200 billion in damage due to the activities of Yemen’s Houthi rebels, according to a recent analysis by The Economist. The disruption, which has had far-reaching consequences, has significantly impacted international trade and maritime logistics, forcing nations and industries to grapple with skyrocketing costs and economic uncertainty. Background […]
Shensea’s highly anticipated crossover performance on December 31, 2024, in Kenya took an unfortunate turn when chaos erupted outside the venue. The Jamaican dancehall sensation, whose real name is Chinsea Linda Lee, had to be escorted off stage midway through her performance due to security concerns. The trouble reportedly began when large crowds of fans […]
Abdirahim Sheikh Adan, affectionately known by his stage name DJ Baha, is more than just a DJ — he is a cultural icon, a trailblazing entertainer, and a household name in Isiolo County and the larger northern Kenya region. With a career that spans radio, live event hosting, and social media content creation, DJ Baha […]
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Research indicates that the frequency of locust invasions is likely to increase due to climate change. In response, the County Government of Isiolo, in partnership with the Indigenous Movement for Peace Advancement and Peace Resolution (IMPACT), Cordaid, and icipe, is implementing a community empowerment project that addresses locust invasions in an environmentally friendly manner. The […]
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