World Bank, National Project Coordinating Unit and Narok county team at Narok Tomato Cooperative Society in Naroosura Ward./Photo Courtesy

World Bank team evaluates progress of agriculture value chain project in Narok

The Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries in Narok County has hosted a delegation from the World Bank for a series of field visits to review the progress of the National Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) across the county. The World Bank mission, led by Ghada Elabed and James Musinga, was accompanied by officials…

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New saleyard at Mulot Market in Narok./Photo Courtesy

Narok County sets up 20 livestock saleyards to boost trade and local economy

The Narok County Government has unveiled plans to establish 20 livestock saleyards across the county in a bid to enhance trade, improve market infrastructure, and uplift the livelihoods of local livestock traders. Speaking during the official opening of a new saleyard at Mulot Market in Narok West Sub-county, Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu said the initiative…

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Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani with residents after commissioning two major water dam projects in Lunga Lunga Sub County./Photo Courtesy

Kwale Governor commissions two dams to boost water supply and food security

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has commissioned two major water dam projects in Lunga Lunga Sub-County, aimed at improving water access and enhancing food security in the region. The Naserian and Kasemeni dams, located in Mwereni Ward, are equipped with micro-irrigation components and are expected to serve more than 2,000 households with reliable water for both…

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All Set for Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival in Amboseli on November 4th

All is now set for this year’s Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival, scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 4th to 9th at Amboseli National Park in Kajiado County. The event will bring together members of the Maasai community from across the region to celebrate their rich heritage and traditions. The annual festival, which showcases…

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Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang' Nyong'o with Tian Yinjie, Deputy Director at Yiyang’s Municipal Bureau of Commerce/Photo By Fredrick Odiero

Kisumu, China City to partner to boost economic, infrastructural growth

Kisumu County is set to entered into international partnership with Yiyang City in Hunan Province, to accelerate the socio-economic and infrastructural growth. Speaking when he hosted a high-level delegation from Yiyang City in Hunan Province, China, Governor Prof. Nyong’o said the visit signaled a major step toward long-term collaboration in key sectors critical to Kisumu’s…

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Meru Governor rolls out maize seed distribution program, pledges support for Miraa farmers

Meru County Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia has officially launched a countywide maize seed distribution initiative under the county’s Food Security Program. The exercise, which targets all wards, is aimed at promoting sustainable farming and enhancing food production across the region. Speaking during a media briefing at his official residence, Governor Mutuma said the program would not…

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Joy as Gitwe Tea factory announces 2024/25 bonus payments for Kiambu farmers

Tea growers in Kiambu County have every reason to celebrate following the announcement of the 2024/25 bonus payments by Gitwe Tea Factory. The announcement was made by the tea factory director David Muni Ichoho. According to Ichoho, the bonus allocations per kilogram of green leaf delivered will be as follows: Theta/Ndarugu Ksh 40, Kambaa Ksh…

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Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma speaking when he launched the distribution of assorted climate resilient items at Kinoru stadium in Meru County. Photo by John Majau

Meru Governor launches climate resilience items distribution under FLLoCA programme

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has launched the distribution of assorted climate resilience items under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) programme, aimed at equipping vulnerable and marginalized households with tools to combat the effects of climate change. Speaking during the official launch event on Monday, Governor Mutuma said the initiative is part of his administration’s…

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Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti at a Christian Women Association (CWA) event at Katoloni Catholic Church on Saturday?photo by Stephen Muthini

Machakos Women Empowerment Programme to start in October after public participation, Wavinya says

Empowerment Programmes for women in Machakos County will start in October after public participation on Wikwatyo Fund, Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has announced. Speaking at a Christian Women Association (CWA) event at Katoloni Catholic Church on Saturday, Governor Ndeti said the Wikwatyo Fund bill had been presented to the County Assembly and was now awaiting…

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Rice farmers to get free protective gear, training during  Kilimo Swafi Campaign in Kirinyaga

Rice farmers in Kirinyaga County will benefit from free protective gears and training on safe chemical handling under the Kilimo Swafi Campaign, launched by the African Centre for Corrective and Preventive Action (ACCPA). The initiative, unveiled at the Mwea West rice plantations, will distribute 3.8 million pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) between 2025 and 2028. It…

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