Farmers in Githunguri constituency are shifting focus to commercial avocado production in a bid to tap into Kenya’s lucrative export market. Despite many households already growing avocado trees, most have only been selling the fruit locally for little profit. Area MP Gathoni Wamuchomba recently led a group of young farmers …
Read More »Murang’a Pioneers Agroecology in Africa
Murang’a County has positioned itself as Africa’s pioneer in sustainable agriculture after becoming the first on the continent to pass an agroecology policy and law. Adopted in 2023, the legal framework has drawn global attention, with international organisations now seeking to collaborate with the county on farmer training, market integration, …
Read More »Governor Kang’ata Urges for County Control Over Road Maintenance Levy
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has called for county governments to be granted control over the Road Maintenance Levy, arguing that local administrations are best positioned to address the infrastructural needs within their jurisdictions. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during the commissioning of newly paved cabro roads at …
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The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye