Day: October 17, 2024
Seven people arrested for flouting alcoholic drinks regulations
Seven people were arrested in Narok town for flouting alcoholic drinks regulations after a multi-agency team mounted a crackdown in the area. The multi-agency team consisted of officers from National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO), National Police Service and National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), who held a day long crackdown exercise in the town. The
Governor calls for more partnership with US Embassy in the Health Sector
Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko has thanked the United States through the Kenyan Embassy for helping his administration in the sector of health through the Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC). Ochilo who held a closed-door meeting with the United States Ambassador to Kenya Ms. Meg Whitman at the The Center for International Health, Education, and Biosecurity-Kenya (CIHEB) offices in Rongo
Governor roots for digital health solutions to implement UHC
Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang Nyong’o has rooted for the full implementation of the digital health superhighway to enhance access to quality medical care across the country. Nyong’o said digital health, which offers solutions for better health care, was critical in the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) calling on the Ministry of Health (MoH), county governments and partners to work
Innovation Key to Boosting Cybersecurity in Kenya
The Securexpo East Africa 2024, the region’s premier security and technology exhibition, held its ninth edition with a call for Kenyans to prioritize digital innovation and bolster their online defenses. As the nation’s digital landscape expands, so too does the risk of cyberattacks. The event served as a platform for industry experts to showcase cutting-edge solutions and raise awareness about
‘Impacts of Climate Change are a Public Health Crisis’ DG KEMRI
The Director General of Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Professor Elijah Songok has disclosed that the Impact of Climate Change is also a Public Health Crisis affecting most African countries. Songok noted that the effects of Climate change are not just environmental, Social or economic but mostly a Public Health Crisis. The KEMRI boss was speaking at the ongoing 3rd
All set for 61st national Mashujaa Day celebration in Kwale
It’s all systems go as senior government and military officials concluded preparations for this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations scheduled for Sunday, October 20,2024 in Kwale county. The new-look Kwale stadium is ready to host this year’s 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations to be presided over by President William Ruto. National Celebrations Steering Committee Chairman Raymond Omollo who is also the Interior
Lewa Conservancy and industry stakeholders prepare to host an Agricultural Show to honor World Food Day
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in partnership with Meru County Government and other Industry Stakeholders joined other global communities in celebrating World Food Day by holding an Agricultural Show meant to sensitise farmers on better farming practices to enhance food security in the region and the country at large. The celebrations held at Munanda Primary School Grounds brought together farmers from Isiolo,
KMFRI develops suitability map to guide cage fish farming in Lake Victoria
The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) has created a map to guide the installation of fish cages in Lake Victoria. This follows massive fish kills in the lake where farmers in Kisumu and Busia counties have suffered losses worth millions of shillings. KMFRI’s Fresh Water Systems Research Director, Dr. Christopher Aura, has identified ideal locations for cage fish
Community urged to provide information on gangs
Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai has urged local communities and kraals to disclose information about gangs responsible for intra-community attacks in Loima and Turkana South Sub-counties. Speaking in Lokichar during a community peace meeting, Governor Lomorukai expressed concern that the ongoing conflicts had resulted in lawlessness, loss of lives and was driving residents into abject poverty due to the theft of livestock.
Sh 2.6 billion Shimoni fish port project 80 percent complete
The Sh 2.6 billion Shimoni Fish Port project is 80 percent complete, marking a major milestone in the country’s push to revitalize its coastal economy and transform the fishing industry. According to KPA Managing Director (MD) Capt. William Ruto, the project underscores the national government’s commitment to improving livelihoods in the Shimoni community and the surrounding region. Capt. Ruto says