Ong’eche-Nyando, Kisumu – Cabinet Secretary of Energy and Petroleum, Opiyo Wandayi, recently commissioned a series of projects worth Sh20,700,000 in Kisumu and Siaya Counties. Over two days, secondary schools Ong’eche (Nyando), Ida Odinga Girls (Kisumu), and Rang’ala (Ugunja) will benefit from the establishment of a new computer laboratory, a block containing twin laboratories, and a…
Kaganda Village-Nyando -Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang Nyong’o has called on national and county government officials to earnestly safeguard rural electrification projects. With reliable power access, he emphasised that this is key to unlocking various job opportunities and thus leads to economic growth in underserved areas. He made the remarks during the launch of the Kaganda…
Kisumu, Kenya -Kenya’s cyberspace progress and resilience continue to come under heightened threats with the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI). To secure the country’s digital future, various security and ICT agencies are now encouraged to foster strong collaboration. This, however, can be attained by tapping and nurturing young and budding techies: urging them to…
KISUMU, Kenya – As the clock ticks toward the unveiling of Kenya’s Sh4.3 trillion national budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, the eyes and hopes of the nation are fixed on what lies within its pages. Across households, workplaces, and digital platforms, ordinary Kenyans are waiting—not for grandeur, but for practical relief. Treasury Cabinet Secretary…
KISUMU, Kenya –WhatsApp is reportedly developing a highly anticipated feature known as Usernames. This upgrade will allow users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers, instead using a unique identifier. By introducing this privacy-focused option, WhatsApp is aligning itself with competitors like Telegram and Signal, which already support similar functionality. Latest Developments As reported by…
Kisumu, Kenya – A sensitisation forum on the HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act (HAPCA) 2006 was held today at Tom Mboya Labour College in Kisumu, bringing together key stakeholders to raise awareness of the legal protections available to people living with HIV. “The event aimed to enhance public understanding of the HIV and…
KISUMU, Kenya -The US Embassy and the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) have initiated comprehensive measures aimed at achieving the “Triple Zero” outcomes. This initiative, known as Operation Triple Zero (OTZ), seeks to empower Adolescents and Young People Living with HIV (AYPLHIV) to commit to achieving three key objectives: Zero Missed Appointments,…
KISUMU, Kenya -The Kisumu County Business Incubation and Innovation Centre has been launched to provide mentorship, market access support, and skills development as a major first for local start-ups and small enterprises. This initiative, by the county government of Kisumu, is aimed at accelerating its growth and enhancing competitiveness. To achieve this feat, the Prof…
KISUMU, Kenya –The local creative industry is poised for major transformation following the announcement of a strategic partnership between the US Embassy and the County Government of Kisumu. This collaboration aims to harness the potential of the region to attract foreign direct investment while also empowering youth and women. “Of great significance, it will enhance…
Kisumu County has officially launched the Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) to boldly amplify community voices right from the grassroots level. Dubbed as the people-centred health reform, it also seeks to transform the healthcare delivery services. “The lakeside county is among Kenya’s 25 high-burden counties grappling with TB, HIV, and malaria. These intersecting health challenges require not…