Day: September 16, 2024
Murang’a: Tomato farmers count losses as prices plummet
Tomato farmers in the leading tomato-producing counties are counting losses as an oversupply continues to hit the market for the second month in row. The glut has occasioned a sharp drop in prices of the highly perishable vegetable, with a kilo of tomatoes selling for as little as Sh15 in some markets. Consequently, a 100 kilogrammes’ crate of tomato is
Nakuru launches electric motorbikes to reduce carbon emissions
The County Government of Nakuru has launched electric motorbikes as part of the transition to electric mobility towards reducing the carbon footprint. The devolved unit’s administration has indicated that it is keen to support the national government’s plan to phase out over two million fuel-powered motorcycles as Kenya ushers in the era of e-mobility motorcycles. County Executive Committee Member (CECM)
Mvita DCC puts criminals on notice as 163 arrested
In the wake of a resurgence of criminal gangs captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV) in broad daylight terrorising residents, Mvita Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Ahmed Mohamud has said they have tightened the noose on criminals, arresting over 163 over the weekend. On Saturday, a three-man gang wielding pangas who rode on a motorcycle were captured on CCTV in Moons area,
Clergy to leaders: Embrace unity, concentrate on service delivery
Nyahururu Anglican Church Bishop Rev Samson Gachathi has called on leaders in the country to embrace unity of purpose and concentrate on service delivery. The church leader said that leaders were elected to serve the people’s interests but added that it was unfortunate to see divisions and bickering as politicians take sides for their selfish gains. He called on the