The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy in partnership with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and Kisii National Polytechnic has planted 6500 trees in Kisii county during this rainy season. The trees were planted at Kanunda (2500 trees), Sakawa (3,000 trees) and Kiamwasi (1000 trees) primary schools in …
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By: KNA Water and Sanitation PS Julius Korir has disclosed that official commissioning of the first phase of Thwake Multipurpose Dam will be conducted in December this year. Speaking during a site inspection and appraisal tour on implementation of the dam’s civil works and other related activities, Korir said that he …
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A 27-year-old man was swept away by floodwaters while attempting to cross River Thiba in Mwea West, Kirinyaga County. Witnesses reported that he was trying to cross from Ngurubani town to Gakungu village when the strong currents carried him away. The community is urging the government to expedite the construction …
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Chairman, of Budget and Appropriations Committee, National Assembly Ndindi Nyoro stated that Kenya’s economy is experiencing consistent growth, with the GDP expanding by over 5.5% last year and expected to surpass 5.7% this year. This growth positions Kenya at the 28th spot among the world’s fastest-growing economies. Nyoro highlighted the …
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Garissa is grappling with a shortage of supplies due to flooding that has blocked off key roads, potentially causing a rise in the prices of essential goods. The closure of the Garissa – Madogo highway, prompted by heavy rains, has been officially announced by the Kenya National Highway Authority via …
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In a Friday event at St. Paul II Kitui Central organized by the Kitui Diocese, Dr. Vincent Munyoki, founder of the Vincent Munyoki Foundation, delivered a compelling message to Kitui’s youth, urging them to take control of their futures through hard work and determination. Speaking alongside Kitui Catholic Diocese Bishop …
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A woman in Kitengela, Kajiado County, was apprehended by authorities after it was discovered that she had been harboring her deceased husband’s body in their home, seemingly hopeful for his resurrection. Law enforcement officers acted upon complaints from neighbors regarding a foul odor emanating from the couple’s residence in Sifa …
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Elders from the village conducted a purification ceremony at the family home of Brian Chira, the late TikToker, in Gathanje Village, Githunguri sub-County, Kiambu County. Clad in traditional Agikuyu attire, they explained that the ceremony was prompted by concerns raised by both family members and neighbors regarding the behavior of …
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Source who spoke to The Lower Eastern Times on condition of anonymity, confirmed Victoria Rubadiri is set to join CNN as Africa’s correspondent. To honour her tenure at the station, RMS staff cut a cake last Sunday. Rubadiri hosted several shows including Citizen Weekend on Saturdays, where she gave prominence to many …
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By: Al Jazeera Flooding and landslides in Tanzania caused by weeks of heavy rain have killed 155 people and injured 236 others, the country’s prime minister has said, as intense downpours continue across East Africa. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa told Parliament that the El Nino climate pattern has worsened the …
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