Day: February 23, 2025
Vihiga to Develop Official County Anthem as a Symbol of Identity
Vihiga: Vihiga County will develop an official County Anthem that will serve as a symbol of the county’s identity so as to foster the county’s pride. Speaking during the swearing-in of the County Flag and other Symbols Selection Panel at the County headquarters, Governor Wilber Ottichilo noted that the development and adoption of the official County Anthem is important in
Hundreds in Embu Benefit from Free Eye Medical Camp
Embu: Hundreds of Embu residents have benefitted from a free eye medical camp organised by Lions Club Embu in conjunction with Rotary Club. The one-day camp held on Saturday at Lion School in Embu Town saw patients screened for various eyesight problems such as cataracts, refractive errors, photosensitivity, and age-related problems. According to Kenya News Agency, Ophthalmic Clinical Officer Lilian
Coastal Counties Urged to Intensify Cancer Awareness and Screening Initiatives
Mombasa: As the country continues to grapple with the cancer scourge, Coastal region county governments have been urged to intensify awareness campaigns to promote early screening and treatment. According to Kenya News Agency, people of all ages gathered in Mombasa to walk ten kilometers in the early morning heat to raise awareness about cancer and other non-communicable diseases. The event,
Kisii Farmers Warned Against Fake Fertilisers
Kisii: Farmers in Kisii County are facing declining crop yields due to the use of counterfeit and improperly stored fertilisers, a growing concern that threatens agricultural productivity in the region. According to Kenya News Agency, Kisii County’s Director of Agriculture, Nathan Soire, has taken a firm stand against the sale and use of fake fertilisers, launching an awareness campaign to