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@kenyans Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:11:42
Ruto Okays New Law Setting Aside Billions in Oil and Mineral Wealth for Future Generations
The new law comes at a time when Kenya is seeking an overhaul in mineral value additional and attracting renewed interest in its non-renewable resources among the crude oil deposits.
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@kahawatungu Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:07:45
Court says second wife can inherit even if earlier marriage was never dissolved
The High Court ruled that a woman who marries a man while his earlier monogamous marriage is still legally subsisting is nevertheless entitled to recognition as a wife for purposes of inheritance under Kenyas Law of Succession Act. In a judgment delivered on July 2, Justice Hillary Chemitei allowed an objection by Jane Jerry Kioko, [...] The post Court says second wife can inherit even if earlier marriage was never dissolved appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@taifaleo Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:55:28
Wakili anavyobadili maisha ya wafugaji maeneo kame
KATIKA maeneo kame ya Laikipia, Samburu na Isiolo ambako kwa miaka mingi wafugaji wamekuwa wakitegemea madalali kuuza mifugo yao kwa bei ya hasara, mambo yanaanza kubadilika. Leo hii wengi wanapata wanunuzi, kufuatilia bei za soko, kupata huduma za mifugo na hata kuomba mikopo yote hayo kupitia simu za mkononi bila kulazimika kusafiri mamia ya kilomita. Maria Mbeneka Mutua ndiye mstari wa mbele kuleta mabadiliko hayo. Mbeneka ni wakili kitaaluma ila pia ameingilia sekta ya ufugaji kwa kuzindua mfumo unaowapa wafugaji, hasa wanawake, nafasi ya kunufaika zaidi kupitia jasho lao. Kupitia jukwaa la kidijitali la Flockr lililoundwa na kampuni yake Ranch Experts Limited, Mbeneka amekuwa na mchango mkubwa katika kuboresha maisha ya zaidi ya wafugaji 4,500 maeneo ya Laikipia, Samburu na Isiolo. "Karibu asilimia 70 ya wanaonufaika ni wanawake na vijana ambao wamepata mafunzo ya ufugaji wa kisasa, biashara na matumizi ya teknolojia," aliambia Akili Mali wakati wa mahojiano. Zaidi ya miaka 20 iliyopita Mbeneka alikuwa akijishughulisha na biashara ya uchinjaji nyama eneo la Rumuruti, Laikipia. Akiwa mfanyabiashara wa nyama alibaini kuwa ubora wa bidhaa hiyo ulitegemea moja kwa moja namna mifugo walifugwa. Ufahamu huo ulimfanya abadili mbinu. Badala ya kusubiri mifugo wafike kichinjioni alianza kutangamana na wafugaji ili kuboresha uzalishaji, afya ya mifugo na miundomsingi ya masoko. Ndipo uasisi wa Ranch Experts ulichipukia. [caption id="attachment_189866" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Maria Mbeneka akionyesha tuzo ya Tri-Nations aliyoshinda mwezi jana. Picha|Maktaba[/caption] Mbeneka asema kadri alivyozidi kufanya kazi na jamii za wafugaji, aligundua wanawake walikuwa nguzo muhimu katika utunzaji wa mifugo lakini mara nyingi walitengwa katika maamuzi ya kibiashara. Mwaka 2020 akaanzisha mpango wa goat-for-delivery Laikipia. Kupitia mpango huo wakunga wa jadi walipewa mbuzi kwa kila mama waliyemshawishi kujifungua hospitalini. Karibu mbuzi 450 walisambazwa, na wengi wao walizaana wakawa kitega uchumi cha familia nyingi. "Tuligundua wanawake hao hawakuwa wahudumu wa afya pekee, bali pia walinzi muhimu wa mifugo katika jamii zao," anasema. Kutokana na matukio aliyoshuhudia Mbeneka aliunda mitandao ya wanawake wanaokusanya mifugo kwa ajili ya biashara na baadaye akaanzisha Flockr, jukwaa la kidijitali linalowaunganisha wafugaji na wanunuzi ili kutoa huduma za mifugo, taarifa za bei ya soko, usafirishaji, bima na mikopo. "Kupitia Flockr wafugaji hupata taarifa hizo zote na huduma moja kwa moja," aeleza. Jukwaa hilo limesaidia wafugaji kufanya maamuzi bora kuhusu uzalishaji na mauzo, huku ikipunguza utegemezi wa madalali. Sekta ya ufugaji Kenya ina thamani ya karibu Sh1 trilioni, lakini bado haijatumia kikamilifu fursa zilizopo kutokana na ukosefu wa mifumo bora ya taarifa na masoko. Mbeneka anataja gharama kubwa za usafirishaji wa mifugo, ushuru wa kaunti – ada inayotozwa kusafirisha mizigo na bidhaa kutoka kaunti moja hadi nyingine - ucheleweshaji wa vibali na athari za mabadiliko ya tabianchi kuwa miongoni mwa changamoto zinazozuia sekta hiyo kunawiri. Hata hivyo, anaamini suluhisho lipo katika kujenga mifumo inayothamini mfugaji. "Licha ya changamoto hizo ninaamini mifumo bora, matumizi ya teknolojia na kupiga jeki wanawake ndiyo njia ya kufanya sekta ya mifugo kuwa kichochea kikubwa cha maendeleo ya kiuchumi nchini," anahoji. Jitihada zake zilimfanya kutambuliwa katika Maonyesho ya Mifugo ya Tri-Nations 2026 yaliyofanyika nchini Tanzania, ambapo alitunukiwa Tuzo ya Mwanamke Bora mwaka huu. "Nilipotangazwa mshindi mwanzoni sikuamini. Lakini baadaye nikatambua kuwa kazi tuliyofanya na wafugaji imepiga hatua za mmbali kuliko nilivyodhania," asema kwa tabasamu.
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:23:14
Government clarifies misleading media report regarding SACCO funds
The Ministry of Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development has noted with concern a misleading news report aired on NTV Prime news on Saturday July 4, 2026, 9pm in which the bulletin falsely suggested that the Government intends to use over Sh1 trillion in SACCO deposits to finance mega public infrastructure projects. According to the government,...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:35:47
Nakuru County Assembly commits to backing Climate-Smart agriculture
The Nakuru County Assembly is actively strengthening the agriculture sector through a combination of increased budget allocations, targeted legislative reforms and stricter policy oversight. The clerk to the Assembly Mr Joseph Malinda said the Assembly has enacted several legislations, policies and frameworks to shift from conventional farming to climate-resilient, eco-friendly and economically viable systems. These...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:41:50
Widows' groups receive irrigation equipment to boost farming
More than 200 widows in Kibiri Ward, Karachuonyo Constituency, are set to benefit from improved farming opportunities after receiving irrigation equipment to enhance food production. The equipment, donated to the Nyikoma and Chako Tek self-help groups, included two water pumps and two generators. The support is expected to ease the impacts of water shortage that...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:52:45
MSEA, SNV conclude MSME policy awareness programme in Uasin Gishu
More than 500 entrepreneurs in Uasin Gishu County have benefited from a series of policy awareness forums organized by the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) in collaboration with the SNV Netherlands Development Organisation through the Inclusive Youth Business for Africa (IYBA) SEED Project. The programme concluded with the sixth and final forum held at...
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@kenyans Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:36:43
Illegal Gun Supplier Nabbed En Route to Nairobi
What began as a routine stop at the Kanyonyo Vehicle Checkpoint ended with police intercepting firearms and ammunition they believe were destined for Nairobi, exposing what investigators describe as a major illegal arms supply chain.
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:07:35
Despite heavy rains, Lumakanda residents walk miles in search of water
Residents of Lumakanda Ward in Lugari Sub-County continue to face chronic water shortages despite the area receiving substantial rainfall throughout the year, forcing many households to walk long distances in search of water for domestic use, livestock and farming. The persistent shortage has raised concerns among residents who question why a region known for its...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:08:55
KUPPET warns politicians against meddling in school management
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in Homa Bay County has cautioned political leaders against interfering in the management of schools, citing growing concerns over increased political involvement in learning institutions. Speaking during a press briefing in Homa Bay town, the county KUPPET Chairperson, Peter Otieno said the union has noted an...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:13:36
Residents seek resolution of Magoto dispensary land dispute
Residents of Wasweta Ward in Migori County have appealed to the county government and the owner of the land on which the Magoto Dispensary stands to urgently resolve a compensation dispute that has stalled the facility's operationalisation, denying the community access to essential healthcare services. Speaking during a public meeting, the residents said the dispensary, whose construction began during...
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:16:29
Waithaka commissions modern learning facilities at Ndumberi Primary School
Kiambu Town Member of Parliament Machua Waithaka has commissioned several development projects at Ndumberi Primary School, saying the upgraded facilities will improve the quality of learning and provide a safer, more conducive environment for learners. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, attended by parents, teachers, students and local residents, Waithaka said investing in education infrastructure remains...
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@taifaleo Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:55:34
Ukuzaji wa mimea-tiba ulivyoibuka kimbilio kwa wenye uhaba wa ardhi Kiambu
KAUNTI ya Kiambu inaendelea kupoteza ardhi ya kuendesha kilimo kutokana na ukaribu wake kwa jiji kuu la Nairobi, ongezeko la idadi ya watu na ukuaji wa majengo ya makazi na biashara. Kwa sababu hiyo wakulima wamegeukia mimea yenye thamani ya juu isiyohitaji shamba kubwa kukuzwa, miongoni mwao mimea tiba, ili kuunda hela nzuri. Kati ya wakulima hao ni George Wang'ang'a na William Gitau, vijana barobaro kutoka kata ya Kagaa katika wadi ya Kamburu. Kati ya mimea tiba ambayo wanakuza ni pamoja na orange thyme, lemon thyme, garden sage, mint, white oregano, African blue basil, lemon grass, verbena, lemon balm, lavender, marjoram, stevia na blue vervain. Wang'ang'a asema ingawa Kiambu inafahamika kwa kilimo cha kuzalisha mimea ya chakula kama vile mahindi, maharagwe, ndizi na maparachichi waliamua kuzamia kilimo cha mimea tiba kutokana na uhaba wa mashamba katika sehemu kubwa ya kaunti hiyo ambayo pia inafahamika kwa kukuza majani chai kwa wingi. Aidha, alihoji kuwa umiliki wa mashamba mengi eneo hilo ni wa wakongwe au kifamilia hivyo huwa vigumu vijana kutengewa kipande kwa ajili ya kilimo. Katika kipande cha robo ekari wawili hao wanakuza zaidi ya mimea tiba 30. Walivutiwa na kilimo hiki kutokana na mapenzi yao ya kutunza mazingira. Pia lengo lao ni kutoa suluhu la kudumu kwa watu ambao wanaugua maradhi mbalimbali kupitia mimea hiyo asilia. Msukumo huo ulichochewa na hamasisho kutoka kwa shirika la Healthy Living Tech-Agri Campaign, ambalo huwaleta pamoja wakulima wa mimea tiba na mashirika husika ya kijamii. Wang'ang'a anatoa mfano wa thyme ambao husaidia kurahisisha shughuli ya kumeng'enya chakula tumboni. Aidha, lemon grass na rosemary hutumika kama kiungo cha kuandaa chai. "Mimea tiba inapendwa na watu wanaoishi mijini maana hawapati vyakula asilia kwa wingi. Vile vile, inatumika sana na watu wanaougua maradhi yasiyoambukiza kama vile saratani au shinikizo la damu," aliambia Akili Mali wakati wa mahojiano hivi majuzi. Isitoshe, mimea tiba hutumika katika viwanda kutengeneza tembe za dawa mbalimbali hususan vijalizo [supplements kwa Kimombo] na pia vipodozi asilia. Wang'ang'a alidokeza kuwa sababu nyingine kuu ya kuzamia kilimo hiki ni kwamba wakulima wengi nchini wanakuza mimea yenye thamani ya chini kama vile mahindi. "Kwa mfano, katika robo ekari unaweza kuvuna miti tiba ambayo thamani yake ni sawa na mahindi yaliyopandwa katika ekari tano ya shamba," anaeleza. Kwa upande wake Gitau asema kilimo cha mimea tiba ni cha manufaa sana kwa sababu mavuno yake ni mengi kutokana na kipande kidogo tu cha ardhi. Pili, anasisitizia hitaji lake kubwa na soko tayari lenye uhakika si tu humu nchini bali pia kimataifa. Tatu, anahoji kwamba wakulima hutumia gharama ndogo sana kwa sababu mimea tiba haihitaji pembejeo nyingi kama vile mbolea au dawa za kemikali kuua wadudu kwani inakuzwa katika mazingira yake asilia. "Mimea hii hutumika kuimarisha virutubisho mchangani. Pia kwa nyuki ni malighafi ya kuzalisha nta inayotumika katika kuunda asali," asema. Gitau aeleza kwamba alipata ujuzi wa kukuza aina mbalimbali ya mimea tiba baada ya kutangamana na mashirika kama vile Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa kuhusu Chakula na Kilimo (FAO). Pia amekuwa akishirikiana na Wizara ya Kilimo ya Kaunti ya Kiambu miongoni mwa mashirika mengine kuhamasisha wakulima wadogo kuhusu manufaa ya kukuza mimea yenye thamani. Aidha makundi ya akina mama na vijana kutoka Kiambu yameanza kuona umuhimu wa mimea tiba kama kitega uchumi. Kwa sababu ni kilimo kinachohitaji mtaji mdogo, faida yake ni kubwa ikizingatiwa kuwa baadhi ya mavuno huuzwa hadi Sh6,000 kwa kilo. Lakini pia kuna changamoto kama vile uhaba wa mvua. Vile vile, si wawekezaji wengi wamejitosa kufadhili kilimo hicho cha mimea tiba.
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:40:47
Narok County carries out infrastructure overhaul at Maasai Mara Reserve
The County Government of Narok has carried out a multi-million infrastructure overhaul at the Maasai Mara National Reserve to improve access within the park, facilitate better ranger patrols, enhance the visitor experience, and bolster conservation efforts. The Reserve has received upgrades that include the rehabilitation of internal roads, making them accessible year-round, even to non-4WD vehicles. County...
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@kahawatungu Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:28:37
Female teacher found dead in rental house after murder in Kangundo
Detectives in Machakos County launched investigations into the murder of a 34-year-old trained teacher who was found dead inside her rented room in Kangundo Sub-county. The incident was reported on Tuesday after the woman was discovered lying unresponsive in her house at Kwale Village, Mukunike Sub-location. Police visited the scene and identified the deceased as [...] The post Female teacher found dead in rental house after murder in Kangundo appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kna Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:14:05
KNLS, KCB to lead National Reading Day Celebrations
The Kenya National Library Services (KNLS), in partnership with KCB Bank, will host the 2026 National Reading Day celebrations on Friday, July 10, at Maktaba Kuu in Nairobi as part of efforts to strengthen Kenya's reading culture and promote lifelong learning. The event, themed, 'Our Stories, Our Future: Empowering Minds Through Reading,' seeks to encourage a culture...
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