Uasin Gishu Partners with KICC to Boost MICE Tourism and Economic Growth

Eldoret, Kenya| The County Government of Uasin Gishu has taken a strategic step toward economic transformation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). This landmark partnership aims to position the county as a key player in Kenya’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector. The agreement, signed […]

Vihiga County Embarks on Major Health Infrastructure Expansion to Enhance Service Delivery

Vihiga County has launched a new initiative to strengthen healthcare access by constructing a modern health facility in the Emmukunzi area of Central Bunyore Ward, Emuhaya Sub-County. This project aims to provide critical medical services to over 5,000 residents in the region, reinforcing the county government’s commitment to quality healthcare at the grassroots level. Governor […]

Djibouti Claps Back at President Ruto Over Raila’s AU Defeat: ‘Africa Rejected Politics!’

•AU Refused to Be a Hostage of Kenya’s Internal Affairs, Djibouti Says Djibouti has strongly criticized Kenyan President William Ruto’s reaction to the defeat of his preferred candidate, Raila Odinga, in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. The sharp response came after Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf was declared the winner, having secured […]

Baringo County Hosts Charity Walk to Support Deaf-blind Children

•Hundreds Join Effort to Raise Funds for Kabarnet School for Deafblind Baringo County witnessed an overwhelming show of solidarity as hundreds of people participated in a five-kilometer charity walk aimed at supporting pupils from Kabarnet School for the Deafblind. The event, themed “Touch a Deafblind Child with Love this Valentine,” was organized by the county […]

Acute Cornea Shortage Leaves Thousands Waiting for Transplants in Kenya

•Lack of Donors Hampers Sight-Restoring Surgeries A severe shortage of corneas in Kenya has left thousands of patients in desperate need of transplants, with many languishing on waiting lists due to a lack of donors. The situation is particularly dire at Lions Sight First Eye Hospital, one of Africa’s leading eye banks, which has completely […]

Governor Cheboi Warns Against Exploitation of Persons with Disabilities

Baringo, Kenya| Baringo County Governor Benjamin Cheboi has issued a stern warning to individuals exploiting persons living with disabilities (PLWDs) for personal gain. The governor raised concerns over a growing trend where unscrupulous individuals masquerade as assistants to PLWDs, only to take advantage of them for financial and business benefits. Cheboi made the remarks on […]

Isiolo Workshop Unveils Research on Mathenge Management and Camel Milk Contamination Risks

Isiolo County recently hosted a crucial research dissemination workshop, unveiling findings on the management of Prosopis juliflora (commonly known as Mathenge) and the risk factors associated with camel milk contamination. The one-day event was organized by Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Suisse (VSF Suisse) in collaboration with the County Government of Isiolo and the University of Nairobi. […]

CoG Opposes Revenue Cut, Demands Full Sh400.1 Billion Allocation for Counties

Governors Insist on Equitable Share as National Budget Increases The Council of Governors (CoG) has strongly opposed the proposed reduction in county revenue allocation, demanding that the National Government reinstate the Sh400.1 billion equitable share previously agreed upon. The CoG’s Executive and Liaison, Management and Business Committee insists that the revised national budget, recently adopted […]

Lodwar Power Crisis Resolved as KPLC Installs New Generators

Lodwar, Turkana County| Residents of Lodwar can finally breathe a sigh of relief after months of persistent power outages and rationing, following the installation of two new generators by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). The generators, officially commissioned on Thursday, mark the end of prolonged electricity shortages that had severely disrupted businesses, hospital […]