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@kna 2 hours ago
Manyatta residents' glares tragedy as rotten pole holds power lines
Residents of Baraka Estate in Manyatta, Kisumu City, have appealed to Kenya Power to urgently replace a decaying pole supporting electricity lines, warning that it poses a serious danger to lives, businesses, and property. The pole, located near Nomiya Church, serves as a makeshift electricity pole despite showing visible signs of rot. Residents say they...
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@kna 24 minutes ago
Bold reforms needed to unlock Kenya's MSME potential
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have been urged to transition from basic survival tactics to establishing structured internal systems, sound financial governance, and strategic partnerships to effectively navigate market uncertainties and drive economic transformation. The call was made during the opening of the 3rd Annual MSME Conference, Awards, and Exhibition, organized by the Kenya Private...
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@kna 24 minutes ago
Keter eyes Rome glory in Elite Road Mile race
Two-time gold medalist Vincent Keter has vowed to make his mark as he prepares to compete in the Elite International Road Mile Race in Rome, Italy, on July 27 this year. Keter heads into the race with an impressive record, having won gold at the 2019 Africa U18 Championships and the 2021 World Athletics U20...
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@kna 15 minutes ago
Youth urged to champion peace, accountability ahead of 2027 polls
Youth in Kiambu County have been urged to take a leading role in promoting peace and harmony while advocating for good governance, accountability, and public trust amongst leaders as the country heads for the 2027 General Election. The call was made during a governance forum held at ACK St. Pauls Church, Kirigiti, on Wednesday and...
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@kna 14 minutes ago
Schools embrace smart farming to boost climate resilience efforts
Learners from 22 schools across Embu County have benefited from training on environmental conservation and smart farming through a partnership between an NGO, 'Rainforest Alliance' and the Kenya Scouts Association (KSA). The NGO, through the Mount Kenya Sustainable Landscape and Livelihoods Programme (MSULLI), has been able to equip school-based scouts and learners with hands-on skills...
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@kna 1 hours ago
AU envoy calls for collective action towards lasting peace, stability
The African Union (AU) Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, Amb. Liberata Mulamula, has called on governments and regional institutions to shift from negotiating peace agreements to delivering measurable results. Amb. Mulamula stressed that the future of peace, security, and shared prosperity in the Great Lakes Region depends on effective implementation of the already...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Kakamega County strengthens partnership with FAO to boost agriculture
Kakamega County Government has strengthened her partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in order to reinforce climate-resilient agriculture and finalize the countrys first county Agricultural Sector Social Protection Policy. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Cooperatives, Mophat Mandela, said the partnership is helping farmers to...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Tree-planting campaign takes effect in Tinderet
It goes without saying that trees are becoming an indispensable component of sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. In Tinderet Sub County, intensified afforestation efforts are not only restoring degraded landscapes but also improving agricultural productivity and strengthening resilience against climate change. Government agencies, schools, farmers, community groups, and development partners have intensified tree-planting campaigns across the...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Turn great lakes peace commitments into lasting stability- Mulamula
The African Union (AU) Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region, Amb. Liberata Mulamula, has called on governments and regional institutions to shift from negotiating peace agreements to delivering measurable results, insisting that the future of peace, security, and shared prosperity in the Great Lakes Region depends on effective implementation of existing commitments. Addressing delegates...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Governor announces recruitment of 100 additional healthcare workers
Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has announced plans to recruit 100 additional healthcare workers as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare services in the county. Governor Achani said the recruitment will help address staffing gaps in health facilities and improve medical services for residents. Speaking during a public meeting in Matuga Sub-county, the governor said the...
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@kna 1 hours ago
PS rallies African nations to advance universal healthcare access
Principal Secretary (PS) for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has challenged African states to enhance collective action towards equitable and quality healthcare for all. Dr. Oluga noted that Africa currently has the continental architecture to move from fragmented national health demand to aggregated continental markets. The PS pointed out that Africas pharmaceutical dependency is not...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Religious leaders condemn political goonism
Religious leaders in Ndhiwa have condemned the rising cases of political violence and the use of youths to disrupt political activities, warning that the trend threatens peace and development in Homa Bay County and the country at large. Speaking at a meeting in Ndhiwa Town, the clergy urged politicians to shun violence and instead compete...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Road and drainage works underway in Thogoto
Residents of Thogoto Ward in Kikuyu Constituency are set to benefit from improved road infrastructure, following the ongoing implementation of Phase II road improvement works along the Maple Clicks–Thogoto Cemetery–Southern Bypass corridor. The project involves extensive earthworks aimed at upgrading the road network to improve accessibility, reduce travel time, and facilitate the smooth movement of...
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@kna 2 hours ago
China Trade Week opens, boosting Kenya-China investment partnerships
The 11th Edition of China Trade Week (CTW), alongside three specialized co-located exhibitors: Megawatt Africa, Africa Build Show, and Africa Technology Show, has officially kicked off in Nairobi, targeting enhanced trade ties, economic diversification, and investment opportunities between Kenya and the global business community. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Edwin Masivo, the country director of Global...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Govt proposes changes to anti-doping act
The government has proposed amendments to the anti-doping framework to align Kenyas efforts to contain the vice with international standards. The Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill 2026, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) Anti-Doping Policy Rules, 2026, and the National Anti-Doping Policy 2026 seek to recognize the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya as the sole national anti-doping authority...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Quest to construct a basketball court using waste
For 37-year-old Alex Munyiri, the future of basketball in Kenya is not only about discovering talent; it is about building spaces where that talent can thrive and doing so in a way that is eco-friendly. He harbours an ambitious vision of constructing a basketball arena using plastic waste and old tires and roofing it with...
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