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@kna Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:03:56
Education sector receives record Sh784.5 billion in budget
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Kenya's education sector through increased funding, research, innovation and digital transformation. But the allocation comes as calls were made to encourage public universities to diversify their income sources to secure long-term financial sustainability. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the education sector has received a record Sh784.5...
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@kna 8 hours ago
KNCCI Vihiga, 'Nyota' initiative align artisans and mentors to drive youth industrialization
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Vihiga Chapter, in partnership with the World Bank supported Nyota project, has convened a multi-stakeholder forum to organize local artisans, streamline youth apprenticeships, and accelerate trade and small-scale manufacturing across the County. The engagement brought together master artisans, informal sector traders, and project supervisors from Hamisi,...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Vihiga finalizes draft grievance redress policy, public participation bill
Vihiga County has finalized the first drafts of the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) Policy and the Public Participation and Civic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2026, marking a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen citizen engagement, accountability, and transparency in governance. The draft documents were completed during a four-day workshop held from July 22 to 25, 2026,...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Man sentenced to death for killing four family members
The High Court in Kisumu has sentenced a 30-year-old man to death after he pleaded guilty to murdering his wife, seven-year-old son and two relatives in a brutal attack that shocked residents of Muhoroni Sub-county. Justice Joe Omido, Monday, handed down the sentence to Shem Akuku Otieno, also known as Daddy, after finding that the...
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@kna 10 hours ago
Viral school performance turns gospel evangelist into national inspiration
A Prayer Day at Moi Girls High School, Kapsowar, has become a life-changing moment for gospel evangelist Richard Nyamunyamu, after a video of him preaching alongside his daughter went viral, earning him national recognition and inspiring thousands of Kenyans. Nyamunyamu, who travelled from Nyamira County to attend the schools Prayer Day event, was invited by...
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@kna 10 hours ago
Social media driving voter registration among Youth in Rachuonyo
The rapid adoption of social media platforms and viral online campaigns has emerged as the primary driver behind the rising numbers of young people registering as voters across Rachuonyo South Sub-county in Homa Bay. Through digital platforms such as TikTok, X, and Facebook groups, youth in Kosele and the wider Kasipul Constituency are now sensitizing...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Kericho County government commit to address health workers grievances
Kericho County has moved to resolve long standing concerns affecting healthcare workers, with the County government pledging to fast-track promotions for eligible clinical officers, implement their career guidelines and facilitate the transition of qualified health workers to permanent and pensionable terms. Governor Dr Eric Mutai, said the measures followed a successful consultative meeting with officials...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Nakuru County investing in the creative sector economy to protect Artists
The County Government of Nakuru is implementing a raft of policies and programs to support the creative and cultural industry including strengthening compliance to copyright laws towards protecting intellectual property and ensuring fair compensation for artists. While pledging increased investments in the sector, City Manager Gitau Thabanja called for more support from private organizations to...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Villagers oppose evictions to pave way for a prison facility
Hundreds of households in Suba South constituency have expressed fears that the government intends to evict them from their land to pave way for setting up of a prison facility. The residents expressed concerns that the national government is using the youths at the National Youth Service (NYS) camp in Labwe Valley to evict them...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Chuka entrepreneur invest on waste tyres
What many people consider waste has become a source of livelihood for Karanga Ndengwa, a Chuka-based entrepreneur who is transforming discarded tyres into marketable products while helping keep the environment clean. Ndengwa, popularly known as Marachi, has been operating a small-scale tyre recycling enterprise since 2022, converting used tyres into flower vases, bird feeders, sandals...
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@kna 11 hours ago
County bets on sports and talent to drive tourism, economic growth
The County Government of Nakuru is betting on sports and talent development as key drivers of tourism, youth empowerment and economic opportunities. The devolved unit's administration has pledged that it will continue investing in modern sporting facilities towards enhancing sports tourism, talent development, creating employment and business opportunities linked to sporting events. Chief Officer for...
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@kna 12 hours ago
LSK president calls for stronger justice system
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Charles Kanjama has welcomed the launch of five key policy reform documents by the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ), describing the move as a major boost to the justice delivery system. Speaking during the councils 38th meeting held in Mombasa, Kanjama said the reforms would...
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@kna 12 hours ago
Government hailed for development all parts of the country
The Principal Secretary (PS), State Department for Aviation and Aerospace Development Teresia Mbaika has lauded President William Rutos government for taking development to all parts of the country without any favouritism. Consequently, Mbaika challenged the residents of Makueni to continue supporting the government of President Ruto for the various projects being implemented in the county...
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@kna 12 hours ago
Karuri police station renovation completed
Residents of Kiambaa Constituency are set to benefit from improved security services following the completion of the renovation of Karuri Police Station, a project aimed at enhancing the working environment for police officers and improving service delivery. Kiambaa Member of Parliament John Kiragu Wanjiku announced the completion of the facelift, saying the project marks a...
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@kna 14 hours ago
Muhoroni Sub-County Hospital installs solar system
Muhoroni Sub-County Hospital in Kisumu County has taken a major step towards improving healthcare service delivery by installing a 90kW solar power system. The renewable energy project was implemented by Kisumu County Department of Medical Services, Public Health and Sanitation in partnership with EDP Global as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve...
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@kna 14 hours ago
ODM, UDA parties rally women
Women leaders from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in Kericho County have pledged to join hands in promoting development, peace and unity, saying political cooperation should be used to create a stable environment for government programmes to improve the lives of wananchi. The leaders made the commitment when UDA...
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