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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…
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,…
The County Government of Kisumu has implemented a total of 33 water projects across 6 sub-counties, while 8 others were rehabilitated during the reporting period. These projects, Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o said, are located in Kisumu East (4), Kisumu West (5), and Muhoroni (5), Nyakach (8), Nyando and Kadibo (4), and Seme (7), and are completed…
Kisumu County’s boda boda sector has received a major boost as Afresa Sacco has stepped in to support them with their financial needs. Members will now be able to save and borrow with low interest rates. Afresa Sacco, which has been in operation for more than two years, as stated by the chairperson of the…
The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has been given a six month ultimatum to draft regulations aimed at streamlining operations of the troubled sugar sector. Agriculture Principal Secretary, Kiprono Ronoh, said these regulations are crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of the new law which came into place following the recent assent of the Sugar Bill…
The Tourism Fund continues its capacity-building efforts aimed at strengthening the hospitality sector in Western Kenya. The latest series of training programs targeted hospitality managers and workers across several Western region counties, including Siaya, Vihiga, Kakamega, Homa Bay and Kisumu. The Board of Trustees Chairman Mr. Samson Some, said that these ongoing training sessions are…
East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) through its subsidiary Kenya Breweries Ltd (KBL) is now exploring whether its Kisumu plant can resume production of other brands. The Kisumu plant has been producing Senator Keg since it was officially reopened in 2013 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mark Ocitti, the Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited, said…
The UN World Habitat Day 2024 celebrated in Kisumu County yesterday, highlighted the vital role of youth in transforming urban spaces through innovative solutions. Deputy Governor Dr. Matthew Owili while reading Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s speech, expressed gratitude to the UN for selecting Kisumu to host the event, underscoring the city’s capacity for conference tourism. He…
Lands and housing cabinet secretary Alice Wahome has announced that some 130,000 units are currently being constructed across the country under the affordable housing unit that the Kenya Kwanza administration has rolled out. The CS who was speaking in Kisumu during the observance of world habitat day said the program will provide numerous employment opportunities and…
Over 1,186 Kisumu residents benefited from a free eye camp courtesy of Pankaj Social Services, a nonprofit organization. The CEO of Pankaj social services Pankaj Shah said they organized the event in order to cater for those who cannot afford eye care services. He said this at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and Teaching Referral where a…
