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Governor Barasa Announces Changes To His Executive

Governor Barasa Announces Changes To His Executive

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa on Thursday announced changes to his cabinet as part of measures to improve service delivery and achieve his six-point transformational agenda. Speaking at the County Headquarters, Governor Barasa said the deputy Governor Ayub Savula will also serve in an acting capacity as the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Trade, Industrialization and Tourism. In the office of the governor, Dr. Lawrence Omuhaka has been retained as the County Secretary and Head of Public Service. Dr. Omuhaka will also serve in an acting capacity as the CECM for Finance, Economic Planning and Information, Communication and Technology (ICT)…
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Police Officers Trained On Identification Of Illicit Brews

Police Officers Trained On Identification Of Illicit Brews

National Police Service officers from Nyeri and Nyandarua counties have received training from liquor manufacturer East Africa Breweries Limited, on how to distinguish genuine alcohol from illicit brew. The one-day training, which was held at the FK resort in Nyeri, brought together close to 80 Officers Commanding Station, Officers in Charge of Crime and Officers Commanding Police Divisions from the two counties. Speaking on the sidelines of the training, Central Region Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi, commended the liquor manufacturer for supporting the government’s efforts in tackling the illicit brew menace. He also said that, the training had come at a…
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Pioneer Doctors From Masinde Muliro University Set To Graduate

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) will graduate its first batch of 12 trained medical doctors during the 21st graduation ceremony on December 11th 2024. The University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Solom Shibairo, said during a Media Breakfast that the doctors have successfully completed their six years of study uninterrupted and added that they are equipped with the required skills to serve Kenyans. He said that, being the first time to train doctors, the university has had to overcome challenges of infrastructure and occasionally address lack of equipment, other resources and trainers. “Training doctors is not an easy thing, but…
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Unity in Democracy: Hazina Sacco Holds Landmark Annual Election

Unity in Democracy: Hazina Sacco Holds Landmark Annual Election

Hazina Sacco today marked a significant milestone by holding its Annual General Elections for Nairobi branch officials. With participation from 78 units, a total of 133 delegates were elected, each representing 60 Sacco members, underscoring the cooperative’s commitment to inclusivity and democracy. Speaking after the successful election, the Lang’ata Sub-County Cooperative Officer Mr. Hillary Musina commended Hazina Sacco for conducting a transparent and professional process. “Hazina Sacco has set an example of integrity and professionalism that I urge other cooperatives to follow,” he remarked. Dr. Dickson Okungu, the Sacco’s CEO, expressed gratitude for the impressive turnout. “The overwhelming participation is…
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Catholic Priest Awarded PhD In Christian And Islamic Studies

Catholic Priest Awarded PhD In Christian And Islamic Studies

In a groundbreaking achievement that bridges two of the world’s largest faiths, a catholic Priest has earned a PhD in Christian and Islamic Studies, showcasing the power of dialogue and understanding of both religions, setting a stage for conversations about unity, respect, and common ground in the increasingly polarized world. Reverend (REV) Richard Ooko Airo, a priest of the Roman Catholic Church Archdiocese of Mombasa, currently in charge of St. Joseph Tudor Parish who is  also the Director of Interreligious Dialogue has today graduated and earned himself a PhD in Christian and Islamic studies. Speaking during an exclusive interview, Rev…
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Labour CS Mutua Reveals 80% Failure Rate for Kenyans Applying for Technical Qatar Jobs

Labour CS Mutua Reveals 80% Failure Rate for Kenyans Applying for Technical Qatar Jobs

The government on Sunday extended the window for Kenyans applying for the Qatari jobs to Monday, October 28 even as Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua revealed an 80 per cent failure rate had been recorded for technical jobs throughout the exercise. Speaking during a tour of the interview process at Kabete National Polytechnic in Nairobi, the Cabinet Secretary revealed that the window has been extended to allow recruiters cast a wider net and find the right kind of talent with the required technical skills that employers in Qatar want. ''Technical training is critical,” the CS emphasized. “Plumbers, masons, electricians—these are…
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Uasin Gishu Parents Urged To Observe Strict Health Precautions During The Forthcoming Initiation Ceremonies

Uasin Gishu Parents Urged To Observe Strict Health Precautions During The Forthcoming Initiation Ceremonies

As the season for traditional initiation ceremonies approaches, Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Dr. Edyson Nyale has implored parents and all stake holders to put emphasis on the health and safety of boys set to undergo circumcision. The administrator stressed the need for strict adherence to high standards of safety measures to ensure no lives are lost during the circumcision period. Dr Nyale said it was unfortunate that tragic incidents occurred in the past, where lives were lost during the rites, ostensibly because adequate health measures were not adhered to. Speaking during the 60th Mashujaa day celebrations held at Naiberi primary school…
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Endarasha Academy Case Pushed To December Pending Health And Safety Report

Endarasha Academy Case Pushed To December Pending Health And Safety Report

Education Cabinet Secretary, Nyeri County Director of Education, the Attorney General and the Nyeri County Education Board have until December 20 to file a Health and Safety report on the Hillside Endarasha Academy. Justice Kizito Magare issued the fresh orders on Thursday after it emerged that the four respondents in the suit filed by two Civil Society Organizations, had not complied with directives issued by the court on October 9 and October 17. “The 4th-8th respondents (County Director of Education, the Nyeri County Education Board, the National Education Board, the Education CS and the Attorney General) to file reports on the Safety…
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