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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:50:37
Government plans to offer free Cocoa seedlings to Kirinyaga farmers
The national government has announced plans to distribute 20,000 avocado and cocoa seedlings to farmers in Kirinyaga County as part of efforts to promote agroforestry, increase household incomes and accelerate the countrys ambitious tree-growing programme. Speaking in Kirinyaga, the Principal Secretary (PS) for Forestry Gitonga Mugambi urged Kenyans to embrace agroforestry by planting fruit and...
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@kna 11 hours ago
More than 1,000 men attend Nyeri's male-only medical camp
More than 1,000 men attended this year's Male-Only Engagement and Medical Camp held at Muthuaini Girls Secondary School in Nyeri County, with health officials describing the turnout as a positive step towards improving mens health-seeking behaviour. The one-day medical camp, now in its second year, was organized by the Nyeri County Department of Medical Services and Public Health and ran from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Participants received a range of free medical services, including cancer screening,...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Mega road and railway projects position Kenya's Coast as investment hub
The government's sustained investment in mega road and railway infrastructure is transforming Kenya's Coast into a prime destination for capital-intensive investments, with a proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery expected to anchor the region's industrial growth. The Sh2.2 trillion refinery project by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, set for Lamu, is expected to guarantee a steady supply of...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Kajiado launches youth climate fund to support green innovations
Kajiado County has launched the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund, an initiative designed to empower young people to implement innovative climate action projects through grants and technical support. The programme targets youth aged between 15 and 24 years and seeks to support community-based environmental initiatives, including tree planting, water conservation, recycling, waste management and other projects aimed at building climate resilience. Speaking during the launch, Kajiado Deputy Governor Mathew Moshisho said the county was privileged to be among the...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Mwea residents hail new Huduma centre
Residents of Mwea East and Mwea West sub-counties have welcomed the opening of a new Huduma Centre in Mwea Town, describing it as a major milestone in bringing essential government services closer to the people. The facility, which became operational three weeks ago, is the 61st Huduma Centre in the country and the second in...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:08:28
Digital revenue systems boosts Kiambu's collections to record Sh6.5B
Kiambu County has recorded its highest own-source revenue since the advent of devolution, collecting Sh6.5 billion during the 2025/2026 financial year, a milestone the county attributes to digitised revenue collection systems and enhanced financial management. Announcing the achievement, Governor Kimani Wamatangi said the record collection was realised through efficiency and reforms introduced since 2022 rather...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:05:31
Residents call for infrastructure upgrade to unlock Aberdare tourism potential
Residents living around the Murang'a side of the Aberdare Forest are calling for improved infrastructure to unlock the region's untapped tourism potential and position it as a major destination for eco-tourism, cultural tourism and adventure travel. They say poor road networks, limited visitor facilities and difficult access routes have hindered the growth of tourism in...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:07:23
MP urges leaders to prioritise development over divisive politics
Chuka/Igambangombe Member of Parliament Patrick Munene has urged political leaders to prioritise development issues over divisive rhetoric, saying Kenyans are more interested in projects that improve their livelihoods. Munene said citizens want tangible development, including better roads, access to clean water, electricity connections and improved public services, rather than political statements that create divisions. Speaking...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:34:47
Over Sh30 million raised for bursary kitty in Marsabit
More than Sh30 million was raised on Saturday during the Nairo/Lorokusho Education Fund fundraiser in Karare, Saku Constituency, as senior government officials and politicians rallied support for education of children in pastoralist communities. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale led a host of leaders from the county in mobilizing funds to provide sponsorship for the education...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:37:02
Over 1,600 residents receive free healthcare services in Marakwet West
More than 1,600 residents of Kapsowar Ward in Marakwet West Sub-County received free healthcare services during a medical outreach organised by the Elgeyo Marakwet County Government as part of efforts to expand access to quality preventive and promotive healthcare. The one-day medical camp, held at Kaptabuk Primary School, offered general medical consultations, screening for non-communicable...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:36:49
Murang'a County awards bursaries to boost university transition for top students
More than 300 students from day secondary schools in Muranga County who scored a C+ and above in the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination have received a one-off bursary of Sh10,000 each from the county government to support their transition to universities and colleges. The beneficiaries received the bursaries under the Inua...
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@kna Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:40:31
How Kisumu port is ushering in a new era of trade and opportunity
The towering ship-shaped exhibition stand at this years ASK Kisumu National Show was more than an eye-catching display. It told the story of a port that is quietly transforming western Kenyas economy, opening new trade routes, creating investment opportunities, and restoring Kisumus historic position as a regional gateway on Lake Victoria. Visitors streamed into the...
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@kna Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:58:11
Kabete traders set to benefit from modern trading units
Small-scale traders in Kabete are set to benefit from the newly built 36 modern trading units constructed by Kiambu County through the Department of Trade and Industrialisation. The County Executive Committee (CEC), Susan Kirimi, says the project is part of ongoing efforts to improve the business environment while supporting the growth of micro and small...
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@kna Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:48:31
Vihiga: Youth turn waste into economic opportunities
Every morning before sunrise, the streets of Vihiga County begin to stir. Traders prepare to open their businesses, households sweep their compounds, and markets gradually fill with buyers and sellers. Along with the activities comes another inevitable reality, waste. Plastic bottles, food leftovers, paper, polythene bags and other refuse accumulate daily, posing a growing challenge...
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@kna Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:58:11
Traders in Kabete, Kiambu County to benefit from 36 newly completed trading units
Small-scale traders in Kabete are set to benefit from the newly built 36 modern trading units constructed by Kiambu County through the Department of Trade and Industrialisation. The County Executive Committee (CEC), Susan Kirimi, says the project is part of ongoing efforts to improve the business environment while supporting the growth of micro and small...
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@kna Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:17:10
New Kakamega urban water boss vows to improve water management
Kakamega County Water and Sanitation Company (KACWASCO) Managing Director (MD), CPA Charles Tunga, has vowed to crack down on illegal water connections, meter tampering and unauthorized borehole drilling. Tunga expressed concern that over 50 per cent of the water produced by the company is lost through leakages, illegal connections, and unbilled water consumption. The high...
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