NCA starts implementation of 2024 Building Code in Nyanza region
The National Construction Authority’s (NCA) Nyanza Regional Coordinator Festus Mariera has revealed that the body has begun enforcing the newly enacted Building Code 2024, which took effect on 1st March 2025. He said the new arrangement will replace the outdated 1968 building regulations. Mariera said the new code introduces stricter safety measures, sustainable building practices,…
Kisumu unveils plan to upgrade health facilities after JOOTRH’s elevation
The Kisumu County Government has unveiled an ambitious plan aimed at upgrading Kisumu County Referral Hospital (KCRH) and three other health facilities after the National Government elevated Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) to a National Referral Hospital and a state parastatal. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Medical Services, Public Health, and…
Prudent management and expertise fuel sacco growth in Bondo
The sterling performance of the Saccos in Bondo has been attributed to prudent management, proper capacity building, and adherence to best practices. The various Saccos have been placed under an umbrella management entity called Goldian Credit Limited, where experts offer real-time solutions to the Saccos (small businesses), guiding them and taking them through best business…
Adhere to regulations governing cooperative movement, Molo Sub-County cooperative officer urges SACCOs
Cooperative societies in Molo Sub-County have been urged to strictly adhere to rules and regulation governing the Cooperative Movement in order to provide better services to members. Molo Sub-County Director of Cooperative Harron Muraya said its is only through adhering to rule and regulations governing Cooperative movement that members can yield the fruits of their…
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital (JOOTRH) welcomes new status as State Corporation
The management of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu has hailed the cabinet’s decision to elevate the facility to a state corporation. The hospital’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Richard Lesiyampe, said the elevation will enable the hospital to expand its scope and offer quality medical services to Kenyans from all…
Kenya Seed disadvantaged as government cancels new maize price hikes
The 2025 planting season has arrived, and both seed and commercial maize farmers are concerned whether the proceeds from last year’s harvest will sustain production, especially given the recent 30% price increase by seed companies. Seed maize growers, who had already signed contracts with the State-controlled Kenya Seed Company (KSC) for the current season at…
Machakos County Finance, Revenue Management,ICT and Economic Planning CECM Onesmus Kuyu during the session at the County Assembly on March 11,2025.
Matatu SACCOs not collecting revenue for county, Machakos finance executive says
Machakos County Finance Executive Member, Onesmus Kuyu, has refuted claims that Matatu Sacco members have been collecting revenue for onward transmission to the County treasury in violation of regulations. The claims were made by Mua Ward MCA, Mr. Francis Ngunga, while contributing to a motion on the floor of the County Assembly on Tuesday. Mr….
SACCOs go big on digital platforms to attract the youth
Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) have, in the recent past, stepped up their digital marketing campaigns, running attractive TV advertisements, updating their websites to make them more interactive, and going big on X, Facebook, and other social media platforms. SACCOs are also investing huge sums of cash to spruce up their online presence. This…
The Munyiri Africa Foundation that was recently launched to help youths and SMEs.
Foundation launched to train SMEs, youth on entrepreneurship and financial literacy
A Foundation seeking to train the youth and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) on entrepreneurship and financial literacy has been unveiled. Munyiri Africa Foundation (MAF) has embarked on a programme aimed at mentoring and imparting relevant knowledge and skills to the youth which will help hone their business skills and start and sustain their business…
CS Wandayi unveils Kenya’s commitment to clean energy at Kisumu Conference
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary James Opiyo Wandayi has revealed that Kenya is intensifying efforts to achieve universal access to clean energy through cogeneration and bioethanol. Wandayi made the announcement at the Cogeneration and Bioethanol Conference in Kisumu. Addressing government officials, industry leaders, and development partners at the event, Wandayi reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to Sustainable…
