Vihiga County in western Kenya gears up for world intangible cultural heritage festival
Vihiga’s rich cultural heritage, historical sites, traditional artefacts and celebrated musicians make it an ideal host of international cultural festival.
Inside job suspected as thieves go on rampage in US National Guard armouries
At least some of the break-ins seem to point to potential insider help. In Covington, Tennessee, for example, evidence suggests intruders may have known in advance the location of a secure key control box. At other sites, attempts were made to bypass alarms and entry points.
God understands the deaf: How Nigerians with hearing disability fellowship in sign language
Remi Akinrenmi is one of the pastors. Every Sunday, he mounts the pulpit with charismatic energy to preach in sign language. His big frame makes for a commanding presence.
Tiriki and Terik ethnic ‘cousins’ of western Kenya meet Vihiga Governor Ottichillo over indigenous culture
The meeting discussed the proposed construction of a cultural centre for the Terik community, equipping and operationalising Shiru Cultural Centre and Shamakhokho Resource Centre, plus documentation and digitisation of cultural heritage assets from both communities.
Kenya edges closer to cross-disciplinarity in education as minister pitches STEM for Africa’s industrialisation
The cabinet secretary said the Ministry of Education is working closely with the National Treasury to ensure full release of capitation funds to both primary and secondary schools, which is crucial in meeting STEM learning targets.
