The African livestock sector is set for transformation with the creation of a new market platform designed to address challenges faced by pastoralist communities and unlock the immense potential of pastoral markets across the continent. Pastoral communities are important to Africa’s economy and social fabric, especially in arid regions where livestock sustains livelihoods, upholds traditions, […]
Women-led counties are exploring areas of strategic partnerships with the Swedish government in an effort to initiate and accelerate development, improve governance, and strengthen environmental resilience. The counties are leveraging Europe’s fifth-largest country’s expertise in sustainable development, gender equality, and governance reforms to implement respective progressive policies and initiatives. Governors from the seven counties—Nakuru, Meru, […]
Residents of Kamara Ward in Kuresoi North have every reason to celebrate as a long-awaited water project nears completion, promising to transform daily life for more than 2,000 people who previously had to walk several kilometers to access clean water for their household needs. This 3.8-kilometer pipeline project, currently under construction, will link the Tachasis […]
In a bid to support Kenya’s afforestation efforts and help mitigate the effects of climate change and deforestation, AAR Insurance – Kenya has committed to planting 150,000 trees throughout Kenya by the end of this year, underscoring the company’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. AAR Insurance – Kenya is a leading medical and […]
The technical and policy challenges experienced during the transfer and implementation of the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and specifically the Linda Mama program to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) have affected the quality of healthcare service delivery in Nakuru County. Launched in 2013 under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Linda Mama program was designed […]
There is an urgent and significant need to actively involve learners at all levels in the national climate agenda, ensuring they are informed and empowered to contribute to shaping sustainable solutions for the future. Experts emphasize that children are not merely passive observers of climate change—they are among its most vulnerable and disproportionately affected victims, […]
Former Naivasha Member of Parliament, Mr John Mututho, has refuted claims that he is among the prominent figures from the Mt. Kenya region who have been marginalized by the current administration. Speaking to journalists in Nakuru City, Mr Mututho stated that at no point during previous and current administrations has he ever been denied access […]
The government is exploring and working on emergency measures to safeguard vulnerable communities and the agricultural sector from anticipated below-average rainfall, threatening livestock and livelihoods in the coming months. Experts warn that a potential La Nina event may impact the country from late this year into early next year, posing one of the most severe […]
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock is promoting the adoption of alternative protein sources from various insects to address the shortage of protein feed ingredients for animal feed manufacturing in the country. The animal feed industry has heavily relied on imports from neighbouring and South African countries, leading to unpredictable availability and rising animal feed […]
Results-based management is key in transforming public sector service delivery by promoting a culture of accountability, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving performance-based outcomes. According to Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika, for governments to deliver on every promise, leaders must embrace measurable, result-oriented, and institutionalized performance management systems. The Governor was speaking at the Agricultural Training Center […]