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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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…

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Kisumu County Government hands over Ondiek Estate to NHC for redevelopment

The County Government of Kisumu has officially handed over the old Ondiek Estate to the National Housing Corporation (NHC) for a major redevelopment project. The announcement, made by Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, marks the settlement of a long-standing Sh900 million debt owed by the county to NHC. This debt, inherited from the defunct Kisumu Municipal Council,…

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AFA board member Samuel Ongou addressing cane farmers in Kibos area.

Kisumu Sugar Belt Union calls for greater farmer representation in decision-making

The Kisumu Sugar Belt Union is now calling for greater representation of cane farmers in decision-making processes that affect them. Union members have expressed concerns that the current composition of farmers in various committees is too minimal to make any meaningful impact. Union chairman Zedekiah Otene emphasized that more farmers should be included in the…

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KMET assures stakeholders US sanctions won’t affect operations

The Kisumu Medical and Education Trust (KMET) has assured its stakeholders that the latest round of sanctions imposed by United States President Donald Trump will not affect it in any way. Dr. Ogutu said they have been able to mobilize resources over the years, unlike their colleagues who solely depend on donor funds. She mentioned…

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 LVTA CEO calls for decentralization of Tourism Regulatory Authority to boost community-based projects

Lake Victoria Tourism Association Kenya (LVTA) CEO Charles Kataro now wants the Tourism Regulatory Authority functions decentralized to county governments to help oversee the implementation of community-based tourism projects. In his submission during a public participation forum on Tourism Policy and Tourism Amendment Bill 2024, in Kisumu, Kataro stated that the proposal would ensure revenue-sharing. He further…

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Ministry of Lands raises alarm over forged title deeds at Kisumu land office

The Ministry of Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development raised the alarm over the high number of forged title deeds at the Kisumu land office. Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development Alice Wahome further noted that land disputes bordering on boundaries were also on the rise in Kisumu….

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PS Alfred urges lake region traders to seize $16 trillion EU market opportunity

The State Department for Trade Principal Secretary (PS), Alfred K’ombudo, has urged traders in the Lake region to take advantage of the European Union’s Economic Partnership Agreement (EU EPA) to access the expansive $16 trillion market. The EPA, which was signed on 18th December 2023, he said, presents a golden opportunity for farmers, traders, and…

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Kisumu recruits 111 extension staff to enhance service delivery

The Kisumu County government recruited 111 highly experienced extension staff during the year under review, Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has said. This, he noted, improved service delivery by reducing the staff-to-farmer ratio from 1:10,000 to 1:3,000 on average. Additionally, 42 agripreneurs were recruited through the World Bank-funded NAVCDP to support extension services in six wards: Awasi/Onjiko,…

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