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PS Isaboke urges youth to acquire IDs, register as voters
Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke has called on chiefs and assistant chiefs to sensitise the youth on the importance of acquiring identification cards (IDs) to enable them to register as voters. Speaking after a consultative meeting with more than 60 local administrators from Sameta and Nyamache sub-counties in Nyamache Sub County, Kisii County,...
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Stakeholders urged to partner with govt to unlock maritime opportunities
Blue economy stakeholders have been urged to strengthen collaboration with the government to unlock the full potential of the maritime sector, expand maritime education, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to drive socio-economic development. Speaking during the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) East Africa Branch networking conference in Mombasa, Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) Chief...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Rongo hosts second Agricultural Expo to boost farmer support services
Rongo Sub County has hosted its second annual agricultural exhibition, bringing together more than 100 exhibitors to showcase modern farming technologies, climate-smart innovations and value-chain solutions aimed at improving productivity and food security. Speaking during the event, Migori County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture Moses Mosenda said the growing participation of farmers and exhibitors...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Mt Kenya East women rally behind Deputy President Kindiki
Women leaders from Mt. Kenya East have thrown their support behind Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, urging the wider Mt. Kenya region to unite behind him as its political leader and potential successor to President William Ruto. Speaking in Embu on Thursday, the women drawn from Embu, Meru and Tharaka Nithi counties said they had resolved...
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@kna 3 hours ago
Stakeholders forge common plan to boost Lake Turkana fisheries
On the shores of Lake Turkana, where fishing has sustained communities for generations, a new promise is taking shape, one built not on nets or boats, but on cooperation. This week in Lodwar, a room full of officials from national and county government, wildlife and maritime agencies, and research institutions arrived at a rare consensus:...
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Kenya and Armenia deepen bilateral cooperation ahead of CBD COP 17
The State Department of Foreign Affairs today held bilateral consultations with the Head of the Department of Multilateral Policy and Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia, H.E. Amb. Davit Knyazyan, reaffirming the strong and growing partnership between Kenya and Armenia. The meeting at the Ministry Headquarters in Nairobi,...
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@kna 3 hours ago
Sh850 million Gakoigo Stadium project takes shape in Murang'a
Construction works on the Sh850 million Gakoigo Stadium in Maragua Constituency, Murang'a County, are progressing steadily, with the 10,000-seater facility gradually taking shape. The stadium is set to feature a standard football pitch, an eight-lane athletics track, modern changing rooms, a VVIP pavilion, ample parking space and other facilities designed to host national and international...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Koome calls for action against escalating gender violence in Bungoma
The Chief Justice Martha Koome has expressed concern at the alarming rate of sexual and gender-based violence cases in Bungoma County. She noted that these cases were a societal problem and that there was a need for empowering families to know the position of a child in order to give the children the necessary protection...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Outgoing spokesperson applauds agencies for strong public outreach
As Dr. Isaac Mwaura concludes his tenure as Government Spokesperson after two years and 10 months in office, he has singled out Ministries, State Departments and Agencies that distinguished themselves through effective public communication and citizen engagement during his incumbency. Speaking as he handed over office, Dr. Mwaura observed that strategic communication has become an...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Nyong'o's cancer battle brings hope to thousands of patients
Cancer remains one of Kenya's leading health challenges, ranking among the top causes of death in the country, with an estimated 44,000 to 48,000 new cases reported annually and more than 32,000 deaths linked to the disease. Women continue to bear a significant burden, with breast and cervical cancers among the most frequently diagnosed, while...
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1,500 benefit from Huduma Mashinani in Ruiru
More than 1,500 residents of Ruiru Constituency accessed government and health services during the Huduma Mashinani outreach programme held at Ruiru Huduma Centre, in an initiative aimed at bringing essential services closer to citizens. The one-day exercise brought together several government agencies, allowing residents to access multiple services under one roof without travelling to different...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Mandera strengthens support for exclusive breastfeeding among mothers
Mandera County has emphasized its commitment in improving maternal and child health by promoting breastfeeding, with health officials calling for breastfeeding-friendly workplaces, stronger community support, and sustained public awareness to help mothers exclusively breastfeed their infants for the first six months. Speaking during this years World Breastfeeding Week celebrations, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Mumtaza...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Uasin Gishu strengthens preparedness against potential Ebola outbreak
The County Government of Uasin Gishu has stepped up its readiness against the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) by convening a high-level micro-planning initiative. The one-day session was aimed at crafting a robust, county-specific strategy for the prevention, containment, and management of a potential outbreak. Bringing together senior health officials and development partners, the meeting was...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Honouring excellence in government communication; Dr. Mwaura's final reflections
As Dr. Isaac Mwaura concludes his tenure as Government Spokesperson after two years and 10 months in office, he has singled out Ministries, State Departments and Agencies that distinguished themselves through effective public communication and citizen engagement during his incumbency. Speaking as he handed over office, Dr. Mwaura observed that strategic communication has become an...
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@kna 6 hours ago
Narok County swears in new Public Service Board CEO
Narok County has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare services by accelerating the recruitment of health professionals following the swearing-in of Collins Saruni as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Narok County Public Service Board. Speaking during the ceremony held at the County Assembly, the Governor, Mr. Patrick Ntutu said the appointment comes at...
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@kna 5 hours ago
FIPS Africa trains Teso North farmers on climate-smart agriculture
Smallholder farmers in Teso North Sub-County are set to benefit from climate-smart agriculture training aimed at improving crop yields, enhancing food security and increasing household incomes amid growing challenges caused by climate change. For decades, many farmers in the region have struggled with declining soil fertility, shrinking land sizes, unpredictable weather patterns and limited adoption...
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