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Youths during the launch of KiriMarket in Kagio, Kirinyaga County. PHOTO| Courtesy

New digital marketplace launched to link Kirinyaga youth to jobs

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A new digital platform is targeting young people across Kirinyaga The initiative brings several groups onto one marketplace Leaders say technology and business support can help tackle unemployment A digital marketplace has been launched in Kirinyaga that will connect youths for employment opportunities. The platform, dubbed KiriMarket, was launched in Kagio by the Kirinyaga Young…

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Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o (4th from left) and partners hold the signed policy documents during the launch of the county’s new economic policies. PHOTO| Fredrick Odiero

Nyong’o unveils three policies to boost Kisumu economy

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Kisumu has unveiled new measures to support local businesses. The policies target traders, MSMEs and cooperatives. Officials now face the task of turning the plans into action. Kisumu County Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has unveiled three transformative policies aimed at empowering informal traders, scaling up Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and modernising the local economy…

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Veterinary officers inspect chickens at a live bird market in Busia County as part of ongoing Avian Influenza surveillance. PHOTO| Courtesy

Busia County steps up bird flu surveillance in markets

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Busia has reported no confirmed bird flu cases for three years. County officials are expanding poultry disease surveillance and testing. Trained officers and partners are supporting early disease detection. Busia County has intensified its monitoring of live bird markets for Avian Influenza, with local officials crediting the effort for keeping the county free of confirmed…

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President William Ruto (right) and Tea Board of Kenya Chief Executive Officer Willy Mutai (left) during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chelimo Special Economic Zone in Kericho. PHOTO| Courtesy

Ruto launches Chelimo Special Economic Zone in Kericho

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Ruto launches Chelimo Special Economic Zone in Kericho. The SEZ is expected to boost tea processing, value addition and manufacturing. The project is projected to create more than 10,000 jobs for youth. Tea Board of Kenya Chief Executive Officer Willy Mutai joined President William Ruto on Saturday, September 12, 2026, as the Head of State…

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki speaking at Kanyakine market, South Imenti constituency in Meru after inspecting road tarmacking of Kionyo-Kanyakine-Mitunguu and other government projects. PHOTO| Courtesy

Meru gets Ksh39 billion road plan to cut farmer costs

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Meru gets Ksh39 billion road projects. Meru town to upgrade 17km of roads for Ksh3.7 billion. Farmers to get cheaper fertiliser and certified maize seed. Meru County is set to benefit from a major road construction programme costing Ksh39 billion, a move the national government says will open up rural areas and cut transport costs…

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Susan Mang’eni, PS for the State Department for MSME Development, speaks during the business empowerment event at Malava Primary School in Kakamega County. PHOTO| Courtesy

Over 100 groups in Malava get State business boost

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Over 100 Malava groups received government business support. MSEA groups got equipment while Uwezo Fund groups received cheques. The programme targets jobs, business growth and better livelihoods. More than 100 groups in Malava have received government support to expand their businesses, in a move aimed at boosting production, creating jobs and improving livelihoods. The beneficiaries…

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Kisumu County Governor Anyang' Nyong'o addresses residents during a past event. PHOTO| File

Kisumu rolls out policy to end roadside hawking

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Kisumu is moving to end roadside hawking. Vendors will be assigned spaces in designated markets. The policy aims to support small businesses, women and youth. Kisumu City County Government has moved to end roadside hawking, requiring small-scale traders to operate instead from designated spaces within modern markets. Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o announced the measure under the…

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The 50-year-old Nanyuki Bus Park is set for modernisation as part of laying the foundation for 24-hour economy business enterprises. PHOTO| Boniface

Nanyuki Bus Park set for Sh60m facelift

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Ksh60m facelift planned for Nanyuki Bus Park. Project will improve transport and business facilities. Leaders want street lighting fixed for a 24-hour economy. The 50-year-old Nanyuki Bus Park is set for modernisation, laying the groundwork for 24-hour economy enterprises in the town. Under the Ksh60 million programme, dilapidated structures will be demolished and replaced with…

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Governor Nathif (4th from left) Jama poses with the newly sworn-in Garissa Rural and Urban Affordable Housing Committee members at the County Headquarters. PHOTO| Courtesy

Garissa swears in affordable housing committee members

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Garissa has sworn in four affordable housing committee members. Governor Nathif Jama urged the team to serve with integrity. The committee will coordinate affordable housing programmes in the county. Garissa County’s Rural and Urban Affordable Housing Committee is now set to begin operations, following the swearing-in of its four board members on Thursday. The ceremony…

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A goat is vaccinated during a livestock disease prevention exercise in Mandera County. PHOTO| Courtesy

Mandera completes livestock vaccination, surveillance drive

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Mandera vaccination drive reached 941 households. Over 105,000 sheep and goats received PPR protection. Teams also treated sick animals and collected samples for testing. The Department of Veterinary Services has completed a 14-day livestock vaccination drive and disease surveillance exercise across Mandera County. The exercise, carried out in collaboration with development partners, also included a…

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