The Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Dr. Belio Kipsang, has issued a stern warning to school principals who fail to register students for national examinations. Dr. Kipsang emphasized that any such failure would be considered an examination irregularity, with those responsible facing legal consequences. “There is no reason, no reason at all, why we should not register any child because the government pays for these exams,” Dr. Kipsang stated.
The PS reminded the principals that the government covers all examination fees, eliminating any financial excuse for non-registration.
Kenya School of Agriculture Deputy Director Pauline Njagi says the institution has been working closely with the Thai government in various innovative projects to help improve local food production through mechanisms that are affordable to the people. Through programmes like farm mechanisation, including the Farming Utility Vehicle (FUV), they are bringing practical, affordable solutions to local farmers. “We have been partnering with the Thai government through the Thailand International Cooperation Agency in various initiatives. One of the key areas is farm mechanisation, which is a great way for young people to earn money by preparing land for others. From our calculations, they can make good money from it, and it’s an equipment we highly recommend to the youth,” she said. The Kenya School of Agriculture is also hosting weekly community field days, where locals are trained in the best farming practices, empowering them with skills to improve their livelihoods. This partnership is a step toward addressing both youth unemployment and the challenges of land fragmentation in Central Kenya, offering a sustainable future for farmers and young entrepreneurs alike.
In Mwea, rice farmers are facing an unexpected adversary—the golden apple snail—which threatens to devastate their rice crops. These snails voraciously feed on young rice seedlings, leaving farmers grappling with lower yields and economic losses. “We have advised farmers to drain water intermittently after transplanting because the pest cannot survive without water. We also encourage them to use biological methods of control, as chemicals may have harmful side effects,” says Dr. Ruth Musila, Manager at the Mwea KALRO Research Centre. As part of ongoing efforts to help farmers tackle this challenge, the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) recently hosted a training session on agribusiness skills, covering topics like quality seedling raising, transplanting, and managing rice seedbeds. Farmers also learnt about sustainable pest management, with an emphasis on eco-friendly solutions. “The snails don’t just damage our crops; they are also a health threat, spreading parasites like the rat lungworm, which can cause meningitis,” says Lydia Mundia, a local rice farmer.
Public Service Commission (PSC) Chairperson, Amb. Anthony Muchiri, has been elected the new President of the Association of African Public Service Commissions (AAPSCOMS). The election took place during the 6th General Assembly held on Thursday, at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, where delegates gathered for the Sixth Conference of AAPSCOMS. This year’s theme, “Driving Public Service Delivery Transformation through Innovation and Technology,” highlights the growing importance of digital solutions in public governance. Amb. Muchiri emerged victorious in the election, marking a significant milestone in his leadership journey. In his inaugural address, he expressed his commitment to revitalising the association and fostering stronger collaboration among African public service commissions. Amb. Muchiri also outlined his vision for the future, promising to expand the association’s membership and advocate for partnerships with both the private and public sectors. His leadership will focus on enhancing the impact of AAPSCOMS, positioning it as a powerful force in the transformation of public service across Africa.
Principal Secretary for the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni, met with the End Malaria Council (EMC) to discuss strategies for advancing Kenya’s progress toward malaria eradication. Key proposals from the meeting included strengthening private sector engagement and establishing malaria clinics in endemic zones. The Principal Secretary acknowledged EMC’s invaluable support and emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to working closely with EMC for sustainable and innovative interventions that will accelerate Kenya’s journey toward malaria elimination.
When great minds meet, things move in the right direction! Nyeri County leading industrialist cum politician, Dr Thuo Mathenge alias Noo Wangùkù (2nd right in the picture) on Friday hosted former Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe (2nd left) at his Bantu Africa Resort and SPA near Nyeri town. After the meeting, Dr Mathenge who is also the national chairman of The New Democrats (TND) political party posted on his Social Media platform, “Today, I met former cabinet secretary for health Hon Mutahi Kagwe and other leaders”, but didn’t divulge the nature of their deliberations. He added, “Dr Mathenge is known for having a rich social capital that enables him to have access to valuable and different resources for the people of Nyeri county”. He later extended his generosity and gifted the former Health CS and his friends Bradegate organic coffee. The meeting comes in the wake of rumours that either of the two leaders is set to join the Broadbased national government in the position of Cabinet Secretary. The two were accompanied by among others former government spokesman Muthui Kariuki (left) and businessman Muriithi Nyika (right).
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