Over 150 women’s rights movements in Kenya
Over 150 women’s rights movements in Kenya have called for the government to declare femicide a national emergency and a threat to national security. The movements have sent a joint petition to Nyeri County Commissioner Pius Murugu, stating that recent femicide cases in Airbnbs highlight widespread gender inequality and the lack of effective measures to protect women and girls. They are now asking Interior Cabinet Secretary Prof. Kithure Kindiki and his Gender and Affirmative Action counterpart, Aisha Jumwa, to take immediate action to address the crisis. The women have also expressed concern over the tendency to downplay the incidents, with Actress and Human Rights defender Catherine Kamau arguing that the public has turned the issue into a moral issue instead of a human rights concern. The county administrator assures lobby groups that the government is addressing the short-stay accommodation issue but challenges the women’s rights movements to extend their sensitization campaign to women in rural counties.
Laikipia health services have denied reports of a cholera outbreak at the British Army Training Unit (BATUK) camp in Nanyuki. Dr. Albert Taiti, the Chief Executive Committee-In-Charge of Health, stated that the information circulating on social media and mainstream media was false. He confirmed with the medical and surveillance teams at the camp that there were no cases of cholera or any other public health concern. Taiti urged residents to continue observing healthy habits for prevention and protection from diseases and other infections. He also clarified that cholera is not transmitted from monkeys to humans and urged residents to ignore the social media messages. The outbreak was alleged to be caused by a parasite sub-tribe linked to a tamed monkey in China. Cholera is an acute diarrhea illness caused by infection of the intestine with Vibrio cholerae bacteria, which can only be transmitted when one swallows contaminated food or water.
Murang’a County’s Own Source revenue increased by 26.49% from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023, with the highest performing revenue streams being Licenses, hospitals, liquor licenses, and Plan approval. The county government utilized 86% of the approved budget, with pending bills amounting to Sh 642,197,909. Policies aim to promote economic growth through agricultural productivity, with the County Integrated Development Plan providing a fiscal framework.
The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Foundation has launched the KCB Scholars Student-Athlete Scholarship Programme to support underprivileged athletes. The initiative aligns with the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) and aims to provide Kenyan athletes with opportunities to flourish and contribute to development. The program has awarded full scholarships to 50 student-athletes in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County. The government is working with the KCB Foundation and other partners to provide scholarships, coaching, and mentorship to these athletes.
Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo has emphasized the importance of data privacy in Kenya, stating that it is crucial for protecting individuals’ rights and ensuring a secure and ethical business environment. He highlighted the need for a robust data privacy culture in the digital era, urging organizations and government entities to uphold principles that safeguard citizens’ personal information. The CS also recommended that the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner should organize programs reflecting the country’s journey and ensure the actualization of Article 31 of the Constitution. The CS has undertaken data protection training in collaboration with the Kenya School of Government, targeting both County and National Government staff. He called for the integration of data privacy and digital literacy into schools’ curricula to equip future generations with the necessary knowledge and awareness. The CS also launched the ODPC Regional Offices in Kisumu and launched a ChatBot to enhance user experience and accessibility of data information. He appealed to stakeholders to use the data privacy day as a catalyst for change and protect the rights and privacy of citizens.
Kieni constituency philanthropist John Kariuki Choromai yesterday spent his Sunday interacting with faithful in different churches. He fellowshiped with members of St. Antony Padua Catholic Church Kihuhiro where the Mass was led by Father Herman. At the church he presented contribution from the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in support of Church projects. Later he joined AIPCA Lamuria Church where the service was led by Bishop Bernard Muthoga and also presented contributions from the DP.
Principal Secretary for Energy Alex Wachira yesterday hosted two leading football teams from Nyeri; Marafiki FC and Rware City FC. This is in his bid and realization that promoting sports in the community provides an opportunity to support the youth in nurturing talents and improve the quality of life. The two top teams that he hosted for breakfast are playing in Division 2 of the Football League and have shown resilience and growth over the last few years with the PS vowing to support them to rise to the National League. This, he said, shall involve working closely with the club’s management on various programs for sustainability and recreation which he added will be expected to help in tackling alcoholism and drug abuse, instill discipline, build strong families and healthy communities.
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