Day: January 23, 2025
Man Found with Chang’aa Fined Sh50,000
Kenol: A 45-year-old man, who claimed to have collected 20 liters of chang’aa from the bush as he went to relieve himself, was handed a Sh50,000 fine or in default serve 6 months in prison by a Kenol court. Joseph Dunda, who appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate Sheila Nyagah, was accused of handling the illicit brew at Ithanga Kakuzi sub
Outstanding Power Bills Trigger Water Crisis in Lodwar
Lodwar: Outstanding power bills owed to the Kenya Power and Lighting Company are to blame for the current water crisis facing Lodwar residents. Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai said the county government had paid Sh 2.7 million in power bills to the company to allow residents to access water noting, prior to the payment, the county government owed Sh 7.7 million to
Government Distributes Fertilizers in West Pokot
West Pokot: Residents of West Pokot County have expressed immense joy following the national government’s early distribution of fertilizers for use during the season of long rains. The much-awaited fertilizer delivery, usually distributed during planting time, has been welcomed by farmers who are hoping for a better harvest. According to Kenya News Agency, the National Cereal and Produce Board (NCPB)
Artisans Receive Accreditation Across Various Trades
Kisii: The National Construction Authority (NCA) has accredited hundreds of young artisans across various trades, enabling them to be considered for public works engagements. The move will allow artisans to participate in several government projects, including affordable housing initiatives. According to Kenya News Agency, Ms. Dorice Aburi, Kisii Woman Rep, presided over the accreditation ceremony at Nduru High School, South