Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s three day visit to the Namibia where he attended the burial of its founding father Sam Nujoma ended yesterday. He held discussions with the Namibian Vice President who is also the President- Elect, Netumbo Nandi- Ndaitwah, on ways for strengthening the existing bilateral ties where they concluded to facilitate expansion of trade and people to people ties. The DP noted that Kenya aims to export to Namibia tea, coffee, horticulture and skilled labour while Namibia targets to export to Kenya minerals, wines and other drinks. He was accompanied by among others, Kenyan High Commissioner to Namibia Michael Sialai, MPs Eric Karemba (Runyenjes), Fred Ikana (Shinyalu) and Senator Hillary Sigei (Bomet).
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni yesterday took time at AIPCA Mwea in Kirinyaga County to sensitize the locals on a number of public health matters. Together with other speakers, they emphasized the importance of hygiene in preventing diseases like cholera and typhoid, the role of the church in promoting wellness, and the need for all Kenyans to register for the Social Health Authority (SHA) for accessible healthcare. They also addressed the dangers of drug and tobacco use, especially among the youth, and encouraged collective action against emerging health threats such as Mpox, malaria, and tuberculosis. The PS noted that through the Epuka Uchafu Initiative, they will continue to champion cleanliness, healthy living, and disease prevention.
At least 1500 people drawn from informal settlements in Daraja Mbili, Marani and Keumbu areas in Kisii County are set to receive lease certificates. The informal settlers will be issued with a lease of 99 years as part of the Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP) Phase 2, funded by the World Bank. According to the County Executive Committee Member in charge of Lands, Physical Planning, and Urban Development, Grace Nyarango, the project will not only assist the residents who have a secure tenure but also contribute to a reduction of land disputes in the county. The CECM noted the process started late last year after Kisii Governor Simba Arati signed participation documents with the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Housing. Also speaking during a stakeholder engagement exercise in Marani, the County Director for Housing and Evaluation Services, Joel Ombati, pointed out that the county had conducted a socio-economic survey of the three settlements and developed draft base maps and draft plans.
The Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection, Alfred Mutua giving his keynote address at the official launch of the Saudi Model House at the National Industry Training Authority (NITA) Mombasa where he among other things, urged the youth to fully take advantage and utilise the Uwezo and Youth Funds to empower themselves.
Farmers in Homa Bay County have been urged to practice modern farming methods to boost production. Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency Chairman Odoyo Owidi told farmers to use certified seeds and fertilizers this planting season to promote food security. He noted that Homa Bay County has a huge potential for production of crops for subsistence and marketing.
He however noted that if the farmers fail to use the certified seeds and fertilizers, the county may get poor harvests. He spoke today during a sensitization meeting that brought together farmers and the business community in Rangwe Sub-county. Also present was the board member of Kenya Medical Supplies Agency Hesborn Omollo who echoed Odoyo’s sentiments.
Trans Nzoia County Commissioner Gideon Oyagi has urged government employees to work with synergy in a bid to ensure seamless implementation of government programmes.
Speaking during a team building exercise on the slopes of Mt. Elgon which brought together heads of departments, Oyagi vouched for a closer working relationship between government staff as an essential ingredient towards improved service delivery. Emphasizing the need for the heads of departments to embrace a multi-agency approach in the implementation of Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), Oyagi said meaningful results will only be achieved if government employees are ready to work as a unit. Advising national government employees to take advantage of in-service training opportunities which have been made available, Oyagi said the courses will not only sharpen and equip officers with new skills and knowledge to implement the BETA, but will also enhance service delivery.
Charity organisation, Pioneer Child Development Programme (PCDP) has extended its partnerships in agriculture to better empower communities that it works with. To cement the partnership, PCDP through its CEO John King’ori signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Laikipia County through Governor Joshua Irungu, marking a significant step toward sustainable agricultural practices. The partnership aims to enhance food security and increase resilience to climate change, ensuring that children and families in Laikipia have access to nutritious food and sustainable livelihoods. The initiative aligns with the organisation’s mission of working together for sustainable growth and communities.