Governor Fernandes Barasa writing a dummy cheque for a women group on August 20, 2026.- photo courtesy

Butere groups receive Sh5m in Kakamega social grants

Butere groups receive Sh5 million to boost income generating activities. The grants target women, youth, widows and persons with disabilities. Women, youth, persons living with disabilities and widows in Butere Sub County received Ksh5 million under the Social Protection Grants Programme aimed at boosting local enterprises and improving livelihoods. The funds benefited 100 groups spread…

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Faith Gitira, Kakamega County Chief Officer for Trade.-Photo courtesy

Lugari traders sensitised on Kakamega County loan access

Kakamega has set aside Ksh114 million for affordable loans to small businesses in 2026/2027 Market committees will help identify beneficiaries, track repayments and strengthen accountability Traders have been urged to borrow responsibly through registered groups and use approved payment channels Lugari traders have been sensitised on how to access affordable financing from the Kakamega County…

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Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa speaking during the he Likuyani ATM Sacco Animal Feeds Processing Plant Support fundraiser-Photo|Courtesy

Kakamega Governor backs Likuyani ATM Sacco animal feeds processing plant

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has thrown his weight behind the Likuyani Afya, Taaluma na Maendeleo (ATM) Sacco’s bid to establish an animal feeds processing plant, pledging the county government’s full support for the initiative at a fundraising event held at Ivugwi Secondary School in Likuyani Ward. The project, which seeks to strengthen the agricultural value…

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