Farmers in Homa Bay County diversify into beekeeping as LBDA and Hive Ltd roll out honey project
LBDA Managing Director Wyclife Ochiaga said the authority will spearhead the initiative by coordinating partners, providing infrastructure and ensuring farmers have access to reliable markets.
Dirty 12: NGOs in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda call for strong policies eradicate hazardous pesticides from food systems
At the regional level, member states have been urged to adhere to EAC Guidelines on Data Requirements for the Registration of Conventional Chemical Pesticides Used in Agriculture and Forestry adopted during the 38th Extra-Ordinary Council of Ministers on January 30 2019.
Solid gold-2: How slavery created a system of whips, forced labour, destruction of families, denial of parenthood and love as a secret to hide, code and deny
Samuel continued his work as a blacksmith. He was essential to the plantation now. His skills had expanded beyond horseshoes and hinges. He repaired the cotton gin when it broke down. He built a new irrigation system for the rice fields. He designed tools that made the work more efficient.
Elellanena paid him nothing for this. Of course, slaves could not be paid, but she found ways to improve his conditions: better food, a larger cabin, medical care when he was injured.
‘Who told you?’: It makes sense to say the spirit of Raila Odinga continues to thrive and bring joy in Linda Mwanainchi initiative
Ever since Jaramogi Oginga died on January 20, 1994, only three politicians from his geographical space have risen to a level qualified to be presidents of this country. All three are well known, respected nationally and internationally, and are ideologically rooted: They are Raila Odinga, Prof Nyong’o and James Orengo.
Middle East war poses threat to construction industry in Kenya after disrupting world freight operations
The concerns were aired during the Mabati Rolling Mills (MRM) annual convention held in Naivasha, where the high cost of electricity, the proliferation of counterfeit goods, and the prevalence of unqualified practitioners were identified as the principal challenges confronting the industry.
Mediocrity slur: ODM faction leader Edwin Sifuna is making some necessary noise but words have a way of turning truth on its head
In a beauty contest, it’s the ugly spots of the opponent that score points for you. In the Oburu’s faction’s thinking, “mediocrity” is not just a distortion of reality but an insult to a leader. The debate and the ensuing criticism of Sifuna’s “ugly” word provokes reflections on the power of words and small things that sometimes lead to disproportionate and unintended impact.
Pension schemes divest from property portfolios, eye investment in questionable Infrastructure Fund
TPS Administrator and Trust Secretary Peter Rotich said during a members’ education forum in Mombasa that the scheme had received approval from National Treasury to dispose of the properties following declining returns.
Kenya eyes booming world meat market as it steps up livestock disease detection, treatment
Following the workshop, a report and a roadmap outlining key actions, partnerships and investment opportunities will be produced. By improving access to reliable disease testing, these efforts aim to keep animals healthy, strengthen farmer livelihoods, and better protect Kenya against future outbreaks that could affect both animals and humans.
Kenya comes up with livestock identification and traceability law to curb cattle rustling, enhance world markets access
The digital livestock identification and traceability system is expected to help curb theft, monitor health and improve food safety. Using RFID tags, it tracks animal movements and links ownership, aimed at enhancing local and international trade.
Trump signs order to create voter eligibility lists, reshape mail-in voting and expand federal involvement
Legal experts and election officials said the order is likely unconstitutional, as the US Constitution grants states primary authority over administering elections while Congress sets certain federal rules.
