Many people view the role of the police as solely maintaining law and order and protecting lives and property. However, for Julius Mwenda, a police officer in Machakos County, his commitment extends beyond traditional law enforcement. His deep passion for the environment has driven him to take on an active role in conservation efforts and climate change initiatives, earning him local and international recognition.
At just 31 years old, Mwenda, stationed at the Machakos County Police Headquarters, has received multiple environmental awards from both local and global organisations, solidifying his reputation as a leader in environmental conservation. With a passion for the environment from an early age while growing up, Mwenda had a natural love for nature.
The Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) has reassured Kenyans that the pest control products approved for use in the country are safe. PCPB chief executive officer (CEO) Fredrick Muchiri dispelled rumours circulating claiming that pesticides banned in some developed countries were authorised for use in Kenya. Any pesticide authorised for use in the country is evaluated and assessed properly by our scientists to ensure it is not harmful to life or the environment, assured the CEO. “Claims that Kenya authorises pesticides banned in the EU or the US and other countries, especially glyphosate (trademarked Roundup), are not true; we will not register for use any products that are harmful to our health or harmful to the environment, “stressed Muchiri.
Sabatia Eye Hospital, in partnership with the Christian Blind Mission (CBM), is conducting a clinical camp at the Vihiga County Referral Hospital to serve those with eyesight disorders. Over 2,000 people have been screened so far and 260 cataract cases rectified. A Community Health Promotion Officer (CHPO) Dr. Everyone Mwango says the two-day exercise is targeting as many residents as possible and urged them to turn up for screening. Dr. Mwango stated that the most prevalent disorder was the eye cataracts but the exercise was also attending to other cases including recommending lenses. The medic explained that the initiative is dubbed Vision Impact Project (VIP) and aimed at assisting patients with vision handicaps. She said that they intended to reach out to the potential beneficiaries across the county to ensure they have access to the full package of health services.
Director for the Minority and Marginalised Affairs Unit in the Executive Office of the President, Josephat Lowoi, has told the Nubian community leaders during a public participation session in Kibra that their unity was key in consolidating their bargaining power to leadership positions. “The government has prioritised inclusivity, and it is crucial for the Nubian community to actively engage in structured discussions about their representation,” Lowoi stated. He urged the community to adopt a well-organised leadership approach to ensure they were adequately involved in decision-making processes so that their needs and aspirations were addressed. Lowoi said the community was losing out on some of the critical national exercises because of their disunity and lack of foresight for the common good of the community, citing cases where they missed government appointments. He encouraged the unemployed youth to feel free to apply for job opportunities in the country like other Kenyans as long as they meet the minimum qualification.
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