Month: September 2024
Leaders reject training of NYS recruits on basic course in firearms
A section of opposition leaders, led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka have opposed the directive to have National Youth Service (NYS) recruits undergo basic firearm training.
President William Ruto had directed during the 88th recruits passing …
Kenya poised for growth in marine industry, University Expert
Kenya stands on the brink of a transformative opportunity in the marine industry, Patrick Ntonja, Director of the Fisheries and Marine Institute at Pioneer International University (PIC) says.
Speaking at a sensitization forum on maritime opportun…
Mombasa bid farewell to philanthropist Hasmukh Patel ‘Mombasa Cement’
Mombasa industrialist and philanthropist Hasmukh ‘Hasu’ Patel, was finally cremated on Sunday afternoon at the Buxton Hindu crematorium, accordance with Hindu traditions.
The ceremony was attended by several leaders from Kenya, Uganda, and India.
T…
Dorms burnt at Nyayo Girls, Kalama
A fire breakout at Nyayo girls secondary school, Kalama Sub County, Machakos has razed down three dormitories causing major losses to the school property.
According to Senior Chief Douglas Mutavi of Lumbwa Location in Kalama Sub county, there was no…
FAO rolls out initiative to promote sustainable agricultural practices
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has rolled out a programme in Kenya aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices towards reducing carbon emissions that are leading to global warming and climate change.
According to Caroline Kosgey, a…
Government steps up fight against illicit brews in Trans Nzoia
The national government has launched an all-inclusive approach in the fight against illegal brews in Trans Nzoia County.
Speaking at Kitale National Polytechnic while meeting National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO), Trans Nzoia County Com…
Government to effectively manage information on Presidential Directives and Foreign Travel through the PDMIS and FoTMIS Systems
The Government has launched the Presidential Directives Management Information System (PDMIS) and Foreign Travel Management Information System (FoTMIS), for tracking and reporting Presidential Directives that will ensure proactive implementation.
Th…
State revs up Maisha Namba digital ID awareness drive
The Government has assured citizens that the Maisha Card adheres to international best practices and features enhanced security measures.
Nakuru County Commissioner Loyford Kibaara praised the card for its compliance with the International Civil Avi…
Sh 1.4 billion allocated to hasten Dongo Kundu Compensation process
Investments, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, has announced that Sh1.4 billion has been set aside to hasten the Dongo-Kundu Special Economic Zone Compensation Process for persons affected by the project to ensure the land is availab…
KTDA to set minimum quality standards of tea to increase Kenya’s competitiveness
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) Holding Limited Small Holders Tea Farmers have been urged to pick the best tea leaves as it mulls the setting of minimum quality standards that must be attained by all KTDA teas.
The move, KTDA National Chairm…