Government commissions irrigation project at Raongo primary school

The government will soon be launching farmer-led irrigation projects in Western Kenya, with the support of the German Development Bank. Targeting smallholder farmers, the initiative will provide subsidized irrigation equipment, climate-smart technologies, water pans and innovative financing to reduce over-reliance on rain-fed agriculture, aimed at boosting food security. Speaking when he commissioned Raongo Primary School...

Kenya shines as Rafting World Cup Series African Leg ends in Sagana

Kenya made history as the African leg of the Rafting World Cup Series held on the Sagana River in Murang'a County concluded Saturday after three days of intense competition. The event brought together 61 teams from across the globe, marking a significant milestone as Kenya became the first African nation to host a leg of...

Improvements at Metetei Hospital boost services 

The transformation of Meteitei Sub County Hospital in Songhor-Soba Ward is steadily changing the face of public healthcare in Tinderet Sub County, with residents now enjoying access to modern medical services that were once only available in major referral hospitals. The health facility has evolved into one of the fastest-growing public hospitals in the area,...

Bungoma inches closer to hosting Sh8 billion referral hospital

Plans to establish a Sh.8 billion Level Six teaching and referral hospital in Bungoma County have entered the home stretch after the project cleared critical regulatory and technical hurdles, paving the way for commencement of construction works in the coming months. The proposed facility which is being financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB) is...

Ruto says tribal politics derailing development

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans of an all-inclusive country in matters of development, saying no region will be marginalised or left behind.

Nyota fund propels Samburu Moran to livestock trade

In the rugged terrains of Samburu, a determined youth received a lifeline through the NYOTA fund and transformed it into a roaring success story; starting with just four goats, he has risen to become a major supplier. Salim Edwin, speaking in Nanyuki during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement Fund (NYOTA) second tranche launch, amazed...

Kendu Bay town cleaners protest over salary delays

Business activities in Kendu Bay Town have been disrupted by county government cleaners protesting over salary delays. The protestors dumped waste on the streets to protest the delayed payments. Police who were called in to control the situation fired in the air to disperse the crowds, even as one of the ring leaders of the protestors...

North Rift counties get second tranche of NYOTA funds

At least 7000 National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) beneficiaries across North Rift Counties got the second tranche of the funs amounting to Sh172 million. The youth from Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties received both the second and the first tranche disbursements of the Business Development Support (BDS) grants, even as leaders present...

Hot Water Treatment (HWT) plant for Tana River mango farmers

The Tana River County Government has procured a Hot Water Treatment (HWT) plant for preserving the quality and shelf life of mangoes. The HWT equipment installed at the Galole Integrated Fruit Processing Plant, operated by the Coast Development Authority (CDA), seeks to boost mango farming and enable local produce to meet stringent export market standards. The...

Government strengthens healthcare in schools

The government is working on modalities aimed at strengthening provision of healthcare services in schools and intensify the fight against drug and substance abuse among learners. Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the initiative seeks to ensure that health facilities serving learning institutions are fully facilitated under the Social Health Authority...

Government shifts focus on science, technology and innovation to spur development

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting science, technology, and innovation as key drivers of national development to address socio-economic challenges. Speaking during the ongoing 9th  African School of Fundamental Physics and Applications (ASP2026), Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos Ogamba, through a speech delivered by Chairman, Board of Governors, Center for Mathematics, Science,...

Kisii, Migori, Nyamira youths get NYOTA funds 

At least 8,000 youths got the second tranche of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Programme funds in Kisii, Migori and Nyamira counties. Speaking during the event at the Kisii National Polytechnic in Kisii town, Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba noted that 6000 beneficiaries had received the second tranche of the funds, while another...

Inside Holy Cross Church and the catholic movement challenging Pope Leo's authority

The Society of St Pius insists it is preserving the Catholic faith exactly as it has always...

State to pocket 60pc of excess profits from Rironi–Mau toll road

Move aimed at limiting Chinese firm's potential for excessive earnings during 30-year...

'Actions speak way louder than words', Emmanuel Wanyonyi says after breaking record

Olympics champion is thrilled to have broken 1000m record but is guarded on lowering 800m mark.

Ballot for the rich: Alarm over Kenya's big money elections

Billions of shillings, helicopters and wealthy financiers are redefining poll contests as IEBC...

Carole Argwings-Kodhek: The daughter who carried her father's flame

At the time of her death last week, Carole Argwings-Kodhek was writing her father's biography...

'Sh300m Uhuru offer' claim, UDA diehard: The many twists of Paul Waiganjo's Ol Kalou race

Pastor Paul Waiganjo pulled out of the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election after losing in the...

The changing world of work and taxation in modern Kenya

Talk of Town: MP blinded by power, governor awakens ahead of polls

A once promising MP has been accused of getting detached from his voters.