Kisumu DG decries the dwindling  potential of the fisheries sector

Kisumu County deputy governor Dr .Mathews Owili has decried the dwindling fisheries sector, despite the efforts being made by the county government. Speaking during AQUAFEDHA project launch at Ogal Beach in Kisumu West Sub-County, Dr Owili said the fisheries sector still faces significant challenges despite interventions put in place to solve various challenges in order…

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Vulnerable communities in Siaya County benefit from Climate-Smart Agriculture Funding

Eleven community groups from Siaya County have received a major boost for climate-smart agriculture activities in a concerted effort to combat climate change and improve resilience among vulnerable groups and people living with disabilities in the Lake Victoria Basin. The initiative, spearheaded by the Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC), seeks to empower communities with sustainable…

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Kitui County hosts major Investor Sensitisation Forum

An estimated 4,000 people attended the two-day Kitui County Investors Sensitisation Forum, which took place on Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14, 2025. The event was held at the Kitui County Aggregation and Industrial Park (KCAIP), located in the Kanyonyoo Location of the Lower Yatta District in Kitui County. Officially opened by Kitui County…

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 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 He said the new arrangement will replace the outdated 1968 building regulations.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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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….

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