•Construction Industry Braces for Impact as NEMA Introduces Mandatory Sand Transport Permits The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has implemented new regulations requiring all sand transporters to obtain a mandatory transportation permit, a move aimed at enhancing sustainable sand harvesting and curbing illegal transportation activities. The directive, outlined in the 2024 Sand Harvesting Regulations, is […]
•Allegations of Financial Mismanagement in SASDF Spark Political Tensions Isiolo County MP Mumina Bonaya has raised the alarm over alleged financial mismanagement and a lack of transparency in the administration of the Sports, Arts, and Social Development Fund (SASDF). In a formal request to the National Assembly, she is demanding a forensic audit by the […]
Governor Mohamud Ali Pledges Inclusive Urban Growth and Improved Service Delivery Marsabit County has taken a significant step toward structured urban governance and sustainable development with the official launch of the Moyale Municipality Charter. The landmark event, held today at Moyale DC Grounds, was presided over by Governor Mohamud Mohamed Ali, EGH, marking a transformative […]
•County Officials and Donors Seek Solutions to Sustain HIV, TB, and Maternal Health Programs Nakuru County is taking urgent steps to protect critical healthcare services and ensure uninterrupted care for patients benefiting from donor-supported programs, particularly those focused on HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and maternal health. This comes in response to the U.S. government’s decision to […]
Arero, Ethiopia| The Borana community is making final preparations for the much-anticipated 72nd Gadaa Power Handover Ceremony, set to take place later this month at the revered Badhassa Cultural Site in Arero District, East Borana Zone. This historic occasion will mark the peaceful transfer of leadership within one of Africa’s most sophisticated indigenous democratic systems—the […]
Mandera East security forces have successfully apprehended two suspected Al-Shabaab operatives believed to have been planning the abduction of foreign nationals working on a sewer line construction project in Mandera township. The swift operation, led by anti-terrorism police and based on actionable intelligence, resulted in the arrest of the prime suspect, Isaac Abdi Mohamed, also […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya has defended its decision to engage with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid strong criticism from Sudan, asserting that its diplomatic actions are driven by a commitment to regional peace and stability rather than an endorsement of the paramilitary group. The move has sparked a diplomatic row, raising concerns about Kenya’s role […]
•Traditional Dispute Resolution Model Empowers Women and Reduces Case Backlog in Courts Eldoret, Kenya| The North Rift Theater Ambassadors (NORTA) has launched a transformative project, Justice Under the Shade, aimed at improving access to justice in Uasin Gishu County. The initiative, funded by the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through […]
Busia County, in partnership with the Action Against Child Labour Project, has launched a Code of Conduct for the Private Sector aimed at preventing and eliminating child labour in business operations and supply chains. The initiative marks a significant milestone in the county’s efforts to protect children’s rights and promote ethical labour practices. Private Sector […]
Kilifi, Kenya| In a bold move to curb the rising cases of teenage pregnancies in Kilifi South Sub-County, Mtoto wa Bahari, a community-based organization, has launched an initiative to empower students in 17 secondary schools. The program aims to provide scholarships, comprehensive sex education, and life skills training to foster self-awareness and academic excellence. Teen […]
