Dr. Fred Matiang’i has expressed concern over the low voter registration turnout in the ongoing continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise being conducted by the IEBC. Speaking yesterday during a breakfast meeting with Adventist Men Organization at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Lavington, Dr. Matiang’i called on Kenyans, particularly the youth, to take voter registration seriously if they hope to bring about meaningful change in the country’s leadership and governance.
The elderly population is set to benefit from a major initiative following the establishment of the Ageing Studies Institute, a first-of-its-kind dedicated to research, training, and policy development on issues affecting senior citizens. The institute, launched through a partnership between Zetech University and the Kinuthia Wamwangi Foundation, seeks to provide solutions to the challenges facing the ageing population through education, advocacy, research, and outreach.
Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Delivery Management Eliud Owalo has commended the government’s progress in revitalizing the economy, noting reduced inflation, improved revenue collection, and stronger foreign exchange reserves as clear signs of recovery.
Speaking during the Second Annual National Conference of Economists 2025 in Diani, Kwale County, Owalo said Kenya’s economy — once “on its deathbed” in 2022 — is now on a solid path to stability, driven by deliberate fiscal and monetary reforms.
Farmers in Tindiret Sub County are embracing climate-smart agricultural practices to counter the growing threat of erratic weather patterns that have disrupted traditional farming cycles in the region. Once known for its stable rainfall and rich soils, Tindiret is now grappling with prolonged dry spells and sudden, heavy rains, putting the livelihoods of hundreds of smallholder farmers at risk.
The Sub County Agricultural Officer(SCAO), Esther Chepkemoi, confirmed that climate change has significantly impacted farming activities, prompting urgent shifts in how land is managed and food is grown. Farmers who previously focused on maize monoculture are now diversifying. Crops such as sorghum, millet, sweet potatoes, beans, and cassava are gaining popularity due to their resilience in dry conditions.
The Principal Secretary for the State Department for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, together with the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Trade, Ms. Regina Akoth Ombam yesterday received a briefing on medical preparedness plans for delegates attending the COMESA Summit of Heads of State and Government, which commences today at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
Nairobi City County Gubernatorial aspirant Dennis Waweru yesterday joined African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA) faithful in Waithaka area, Dagorreti South constituency during the official opening of a church.The church stands as a symbol of commitment and collaboration, having been constructed from the ground up by Waweru and his close friends. Archbishop Fredrick Wang’ombe who presided over the Sunday service commended Waweru for his leadership and generosity.