Day: January 23, 2025

Collective Action Touted in Combating Rising GBV Cases

Voi: The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) Chairperson, Rehema Jaldesa, has called for urgent collective action to combat the rising instances of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kenya. According to Kenya News Agency, Jaldesa’s speech was delivered by the commission’s CEO, Dr. Purity Ngina, during a public meeting with leaders and residents of Taita Taveta County at Voi Youth Center.

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Kenya Strengthens Agricultural Ties with Iran to Boost Trade

Nairobi: The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Iran in a bid to boost the agricultural sector and expand trade opportunities. Agriculture Principal Secretary Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh said the initiative will bolster Kenya’s agricultural exports while meeting Iran’s demand for high-quality Kenyan produce. According to Kenya News Agency, Dr. Ronoh made the remarks today at Kilimo

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Sophia Luceka: 24-Year-Old Grit-Fueled Scrap Metal Journey

Kericho: In the heart of Kericho, amidst the rolling tea plantations and bustling markets, Sophia Luceka is making a name for herself in an unlikely field-scrap metal dealing. At just 24 years old, she’s defying societal expectations and proving that hard work knows no gender. According to Kenya News Agency, Sophia’s journey began after completing her high school education in

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KISIP 2 Launches Community Development Plan Review in Kiambu

Kiambu: The Second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP 2) has initiated a series of review and validation sessions for the Bosnia, Kiang’ombe, and Gitambaya areas in Kiambu County. These sessions are designed to integrate stakeholder feedback into the Draft Community Development Plans (CDPs) to ensure they effectively address the needs of the community. According to Kenya News Agency, the

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