‎Lewa Conservancy in Mt Kenya region rolls out climate-smart agriculture programme to support local ecosystem

‎Lewa Conservancy in Mt Kenya region rolls out climate-smart agriculture programme to support local ecosystem

Meru County Executive Committee Member for Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries, Janaro Gatangugi, said the county government is working closely with Lewa to promote agriculture as a key economic driver.

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Trans Nzoia County in western Kenya hires 192 nurses to improve service delivery

Trans Nzoia County in western Kenya hires 192 nurses to improve service delivery

Promising to employ the recruited nurses on permanent and pensionable terms once their one-year contract elapses, Natembeya said the county government will only do so to those who would have exhibited high ethical standards and professionalism.

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East African Community leaders call for immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo

East African Community leaders call for immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo

The leaders acknowledged ongoing diplomatic efforts under the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, led by Ugandan President Museveni and agreed that regional initiatives should be harmonised to strengthen peacebuilding efforts in eastern DRC, it said.

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Nakuru County’s drive for ‘sponge city’ given fillip by Netherlands in $30 million climate change collaboration  

Nakuru County’s drive for ‘sponge city’ given fillip by Netherlands in $30 million climate change collaboration  

Deputy Governor David Kones expressed Nakuru County’s commitment to kick-start the project to ensure it delivers tangible benefits to city residents by protecting them from the increasing threat of climate change.

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Fears of Trump impeachment rise as US president’s base revolts over war with Iran

Fears of Trump impeachment rise as US president’s base revolts over war with Iran

The war is certain to widen a growing rift in Trump’s base over his military adventurism abroad. Tucker Carlson, one of Trump’s most prominent supporters, argued for his election in 2024 on the basis that his opponents would drag the United States into unnecessary wars.

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How Yemayá, a 17 years old enslaved woman, was impregnated by randy master, died of postpartum complications

How Yemayá, a 17 years old enslaved woman, was impregnated by randy master, died of postpartum complications

Don Fernando had a lawful wife in Spain, Doña Catalina de Mendoza, who visited the island every three or four years and spent the rest of her time in Seville administering the revenues the plantation sent her.

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US women’s ice hockey team wins third Olympic gold after overcoming Canada in extra-time

US women’s ice hockey team wins third Olympic gold after overcoming Canada in extra-time

The result extended a rivalry that has defined Olympic women’s ice hockey since the sport debuted at the Nagano 1998 Games. The United States and Canada have won every Olympic gold medal in the event, and have met in seven of the eight gold-medal games, including five straight since 2010.

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Research and science careers attract 178 youths in Kilifi who want to join KEMRI School Leavers’ Attachment Scheme

Dr Uyoga underlined the need to replicate similar initiatives in all sub-counties in Kilifi to accommodate more beneficiaries while urging the county government to initiate similar schemes.

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Kenya targets East African livestock market with launch of $2.33m animal nutrition feed plant

Kenya targets East African livestock market with launch of $2.33m animal nutrition feed plant

With 35 outlets in Kenya and ambitions to serve regional markets including Uganda and Tanzania, the company positions the Athi River plant as part of a broader effort to establish Kenya as a regional hub for livestock feed production.

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Half of Kenya’s population of 46,7000 street children does not know their parents – report

Half of Kenya’s population of 46,7000 street children does not know their parents – report

Speaking at the meeting, South Rift Regional Population Coordinator Janet Lunayo attributed the growing number of street children to rapid population growth across the country. She said the trend underscores the need for sustained investment in family planning, social protection and child welfare programmes.

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