CS Ruku Champions Citizen Engagement, Transparent Governance, and Youth Dialogue

Nakuru, Kenya| Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has reiterated the Kenyan government’s commitment to fostering an inclusive, transparent, and responsive public service system. Speaking during a spot check on service delivery at the Rift Valley Regional Commissioner’s grounds in Nakuru, Ruku emphasized the critical role of citizen […]

Kenya Accelerates Land Record Digitization to Streamline Services and Boost Accountability

In a significant step toward modernizing land administration, Kenya’s Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development has unveiled ambitious plans to digitize land records and overhaul operations at land registries nationwide, starting with the Kiambu Lands office. The initiative, led by Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome, aims to eliminate inefficiencies, decongest registries, and enhance […]

IGAD Launches Ambitious Regional Agri-Food Systems Investment Plan to Combat Food Insecurity in the Horn of Africa

In a pivotal move to address the escalating food insecurity crisis in the Horn of Africa, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) convened a high-level expert meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, to validate the End-Term Review Report of its Regional Agricultural Investment Plan (RAIP) for 2016–2020. This critical forum marks the foundation for the development of […]

Isiolo Speaker’s Firearm Seized Amid Impeachment Controversy

In a dramatic escalation of tensions in Isiolo County, the Speaker of the County Assembly, Mohamed Roba Qoto, has been disarmed by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), sparking a firestorm of accusations, political intrigue, and public debate. Qoto, a polarizing figure at the center of an ongoing impeachment saga targeting Governor Abdi […]

Calls for Mediation Grow as Isiolo Elders & Professionals Oppose Governor Guyo’s Impeachment

Isiolo, Kenya| Amid escalating political uncertainty in Isiolo County, a coalition of Somali professionals and the respected Council of Elders has issued a strong appeal for restraint, urging County Assembly Members (MCAs) and stakeholders to pursue alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms rather than push forward with the impeachment of Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo. The elders […]

Jambojet Bolsters Kisumu-Nairobi Route with New Aircraft and Expansion Plans

Nairobi, Kenya| Jambojet, Kenya’s leading low-cost carrier, is set to strengthen its operations on the Kisumu-Nairobi route with the addition of a ninth aircraft, a Dash 8 Q400, slated to arrive next week. This strategic move underscores the airline’s commitment to meeting growing passenger demand and enhancing connectivity in one of its key markets. Scaling […]

Mombasa Unveils Youth-Led Waste Management Pilot to Tackle City’s Growing Garbage Crisis

Mombasa, Kenya| In a bold move to address its escalating solid waste challenges, Mombasa County is set to launch an innovative youth-led waste management pilot program in July 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, aims to transform the city’s waste collection and disposal systems by engaging Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), private garbage collectors, and […]

Marsabit’s Hillo Mining Belt Poised for Revival Through Formalized Artisanal Cooperatives

Marsabit, Kenya| A transformative revival is underway in Marsabit County’s mineral-rich Hillo Mining Belt, as over 59 artisanal mining cooperatives are being formalized to unlock the region’s economic potential while addressing past environmental and security challenges. This initiative, aligned with Kenya’s Mining Act of 2016 and the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), aims to […]

From Life Sentence to New Beginnings: Ex-Inmate’s Journey of Redemption and Reintegration

In a powerful testament to the transformative potential of rehabilitation, Emmanuel Kirapash, a man who spent over two decades behind bars, has been granted a second chance at life. Recently pardoned by President William Ruto through the Power of Mercy Advisory Committee, Kirapash’s story sheds light on the challenges of incarceration, the value of prison […]

Marsabit County Cracks Down on Public Servants Linked to Cross-Border Smuggling

Marsabit, Kenya| Public servants in Marsabit County have been issued a stern warning against facilitating or engaging in cross-border smuggling activities along the Kenya-Ethiopia border, as authorities intensify efforts to curb the escalating illegal trade. Marsabit County Commissioner James Kamau delivered the caution during a press briefing at his office, highlighting concerns over the involvement […]