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Smoking linked to higher infertility risk, WHO warns

Tobacco smoking may significantly reduce the chances of conceiving, with women who smoke facing a 40 per cent higher risk of infertility than non-smokers, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) knowledge summary. The report highlights growing evidence linking tobacco use to infertility in women, poor sperm quality and sexual dysfunction in men, as...

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@kna 2 hours ago

West Pokot medics call off strike

Clinical officers in West Pokot County are set to resume duty within 24 hours after the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) called off a 48-day industrial strike following an agreement with the county government. The strike officially ended after KUCO National Secretary General, George Gibore and representatives of the West Pokot County Government signed...

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@kna 2 hours ago

Africa urged to promote investments to attract capital 

African governments have been urged to strengthen public investment management to unlock greater value from State-owned assets, to attract private capital and boost the continent's capacity to finance its own development. Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management, Cyrell Wagunda, said Africa must improve the quality of public investments while creating an environment capable...

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Kenya and Uganda push for increased maize and agricultural trade

Kenya has signaled readiness for increased maize trade with Uganda as the two countries push for greater agricultural trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The arrangement, further, seeks to maintain expanded cross-border trade coupled with food safety and greater investment in agriculture. Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS), Mutahi Kagwe said Uganda is well...

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@kna 2 hours ago

Sh. 600 million Mjanaheri-Ngomeni road halfway complete

The construction of the 12-kilometer Mjanaheri-Ngomeni link road in Magarini Sub-County has reached 50 per cent completion The development comes barely three months after President William Ruto commissioned the project, raising hopes of improved transport and economic activity in the area. The Sh600 million road project is being implemented by the Coast Development Authority (CDA)...

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@kna 21 hours ago

Cooperatives challenged to rethink business models amid rapid change

The Institute of Directors Kenya (IODK) has challenged cooperative societies in the country to embrace emerging technologies, strengthen corporate governance and continuously acquire new skills to remain competitive amid rapid changes in the business environment. IODK Chief Executive Officer Prof. Charles Mayaka underscored that cooperative societies boards could no longer rely on traditional approaches to...

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@kna 3 hours ago

Kenya pushes circular innovation to tackle energy technological waste 

Kenya is stepping up efforts to promote circular innovation in the clean energy sector as the country seeks to address the growing challenge of electronic and renewable energy waste. Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Eng. Festus Ng'eno said Africa's transition to clean energy must go beyond the installation and deployment of renewable...

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Mt. Kenya leaders step up Ruto re-election Campaign

Kenya Kwanza-allied elected leaders from Mt. Kenya region have intensified their campaign for the re-election of President William Ruto, citing development projects as evidence of the administrations achievements. The leaders, who were speaking during a development tour at Doldol Secondary School in Laikipia North, rallied residents to support President Rutos bid for a second term. Key...

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@kna 22 hours ago

Ole Sapit urges Kenyans to embrace unity ahead of 2027 Polls

The Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK), Rev. Jackson Ole Sapit, has urged Kenyans to embrace peace and reject divisive politics as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. Speaking during celebrations to mark the centenary of St. Luke's Cathedral in Kitale, Ole Sapit said Trans Nzoia's diverse communities had demonstrated that...

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@kna 21 hours ago

Wajir steps up flood preparedness ahead of expected heavy rains

Wajir County has stepped up preparations to mitigate the anticipated effects of enhanced rainfall expected during the October-November-December (OND) season, with authorities warning of possible flooding, disease outbreaks and disruption of transport and food supplies. Speaking after a county steering group meeting, National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) County Drought Coordinator Omar Abdi said stakeholders had...

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@kna 21 hours ago

Media to play critical role in information dissemination during OND rains

The media has been singled out as a critical sector in sharing crucial information to the public prior, during and after the October-November-December rains. To achieve this, media practitioners have been advised to interpret seasonal weather forecasts into easier to understand data for the general public. In addition, the media should track rain-related risks and...

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@kna 21 hours ago

Trans Nzoia to partner with Rotary club in ICT and WASH

Trans Nzoia County government and Rotary Club are finalizing details of a collaborative arrangement which will see the two entities join hands in mitigating maternal health challenges and poor sanitation. Plans for the collaboration were revealed after a courtesy call paid to the county by a Rotary delegation led by Rotary Club President Dr. Geoffrey...

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@kna 23 hours ago

CDA rallies stakeholders to champion blue economy agenda 

The Coast Development Authority (CDA) has called on state corporations, private entities and community groups to embrace the "coastal agenda" and tap into the region's vast natural resources, as it showcased its flagship development projects at the ASK Show in Mombasa. Speaking at the CDA stand, Board Chairman Mzee Mwinyi said the authority was pushing...

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@kna 23 hours ago

PS Muthoni urges Kenyans to step up Mpox prevention as cases rise

Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has urged Kenyans to intensify hygiene and disease prevention measures following a rise in Mpox cases across the country. Speaking during a management meeting in Nairobi on Monday, Muthoni stressed the need for sustained disease surveillance, vaccination, public awareness and adherence to good hygiene practices to...

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@kna 23 hours ago

Youth, police urged to embrace dialogue to fight insecurity

Youth and police officers in Likoni have been urged to embrace dialogue and collaboration in resolving conflicts and improving security in the sub-county. The call was made during a community engagement forum held at Vitsangalaweni area in Vijiweni, bringing together youth, security officers and civil society actors to address rising insecurity and strained relations between...

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@kna 23 hours ago

Agents want export rule dropped as KRA clarifies legal basis

Clearing and forwarding agents at the Port of Mombasa have raised concerns over a new Export Declaration (ED) requirement they say has stalled cargo release, prompting the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to issue a clarification on the legal basis of the rule. The ED was launched on August 3 and enforced from September 1, but...

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