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15 Aug

President William Ruto asks Kenyans to shun violence

Reporter0 CommentsNewsEldoret, Uasin Gishu County, William Ruto

President William Ruto has called on Kenyans to shun violence and instead embrace peaceful approaches to issues of concern. The President asked Kenyans to maintain peace, arguing that violence has resulted in the loss of life and destruction of property. Addressing wananchi in Eldoret City after conferring city status to the metropolis on Thursday, President Ruto noted that violence undermines the country’s economic prosperity. "Violence undermines investment. I call upon Kenyans to keep peace so that business can flourish," he said. He said the culture of violence and destruction should be discouraged at all costs. Emphasising that Kenya is a…

15 Aug

UNIDO Highlights the Role of ICTs in Accelerating Sustainable Development at MWC24 Shanghai

Reporter0 CommentsTechnologyChina, Huawei, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) emphasized the critical role of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in accelerating progress toward achieving the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during the Mobile World Congress 2024 (MWC24) in Shanghai, China. Zhao Xiaolei, Head of UNIDO's Investment and Technology Promotion Offices (ITPO), spoke at the event, underscoring the transformative potential of digital technologies in creating value across various sectors. She noted that digital transformation could significantly contribute to job creation, economic growth, and the development of harmonious societies and environmentally friendly practices. "At UNIDO, we are developing an industry competitive index…

15 Aug

Multi-Agency Team Raids Al-Shabaab Camp in Garissa County, Two Militants Killed

Reporter0 CommentsNewsAlshabaab, Garissa, Garissa County

A multi-agency security team conducted a successful raid on a makeshift Al-Shabaab camp in the DigDiga area within Fafi Sub-County, Garissa County, on August 14, 2024. The operation was launched following complaints from local residents about frequent harassment by the militants, who were reportedly planning an attack targeting security officers across the sub-county. The security forces trailed the militants deep into the DigDiga Forest, where they ambushed the group as they were preparing game meat. In the ensuing confrontation, two militants were killed, while several others fled with serious injuries. During the operation, the security team made significant recoveries, including…

15 Aug

Kenyans challenged to acquire local domains as government reduces digital divide

Reporter0 CommentsNewsMercy Wanjau

The Secretary to the Cabinet, Mercy Wanjau, has emphasized Kenya's significant strides in digital transformation while outlining the government's ambitious agenda to bridge the digital divide and foster partnerships that will propel the country into a leading digital economy. During her address, Mrs. Wanjau acknowledged the Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC) and its partners for organizing the event, underscoring the importance of collaboration in the ICT sector. The summit's theme, “Bridging the Digital Divide and Unleashing the Power of Partnerships,” resonated deeply with her, as she reflected on her career in ICT and her current role, where she has witnessed…

15 Aug

WHO declares mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern

Reporter0 CommentsWorldMpox, WHO

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has determined that the upsurge of mpox in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a growing number of countries in Africa constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) under the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR). Dr Tedros’s declaration came on the advice of an IHR Emergency Committee of independent experts who met earlier in the day to review data presented by experts from WHO and affected countries. The Committee informed the Director-General that it considers the upsurge of mpox to be a PHEIC, with potential to spread further across countries…

15 Aug

Massive Landslide Hits Baringo North Sub County, Displaces 22 Households and Destroys Farms

Reporter0 CommentsCountiesBaringo County

A massive landslide has struck Baringo North Sub County, displacing 22 households and causing extensive damage to farms, food crops, and tree plantations. The landslide occurred on Monday night in Kapkwang village, Kabartonjo ward, sweeping away homes and essential facilities such as latrines and water systems, leaving many families homeless. The county's head of disaster and response management, Michael Baimet, visited the affected area to assess the damage. He advised the displaced families to relocate to safer grounds to prevent further losses. Baimet, accompanied by area Member of County Assembly (MCA) Simon Kiplagat, assured the affected households that the county…

15 Aug

Varsity launch a farmers’ digital platform

Reporter0 CommentsCountiesNarok County

The Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK) has unveiled a new digital platform in Narok County aimed at enhancing farmer productivity and improving market access. The initiative was launched during a farmers’ forum in Narok town, where Professor Wycliffe Aluoch, a lecturer at CUK, introduced the program that will require farmers to form cooperatives. These cooperatives will receive training on various value chains tailored to their specific produce. Narok, Nakuru, and Baringo Counties have been selected as pilot regions for the project, which is being funded by the African Development Bank (ADB). Professor Aluoch explained that the digital platform will connect…

15 Aug

Seychelles and Turkmenistan Establish Diplomatic Relations

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaSeychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan

The Republic of Seychelles and Turkmenistan have officially established diplomatic relations, marking a significant milestone in bilateral ties. The formalization occurred during a signing ceremony held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Protocol of establishment was signed by Mr. Gervais Moumou, the Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles in the UAE with jurisdiction over Turkmenistan, and H.E. Mr. Serdarmämmet Garajaýew, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan. This event symbolizes the beginning of a new era of cooperation and mutual benefits between the two nations. Following the signing ceremony, the Ambassadors engaged…

15 Aug

Burundi’s largest electricity substation to increase access by seven percent

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaBurundi

Burundi’s largest electricity substation, a 160 megavolts facility in Rubirizi, financed by the African Development Bank Group and the European Union, will increase the country’s electricity-connected population by 7 percent when completed. A delegation from the government of Burundi and the African Development Bank visited the site on 9 August 2024, as part of a tour of electrification projects funded or co-funded by the Bank Group in Rubirizi and Kabezi, in Bujumbura Rural Province. The delegation included the Burundian Minister of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Audace Niyonzima, the Minister of Water, Energy and Mines, Ibrahim Uwizeye, Director General of…

14 Aug

Governor Achani pledges greater youth inclusion

Reporter0 CommentsCountiesFatuma Achani, Kwale County

Kwale Governor, Fatuma Achani, has called on the youths to be actively involved in governance, by increasing their participation and exposure in decision making. Governor Achani has advised the youth to serve as positive change agents in the society, emphasizing the importance of peaceful advocacy over violent protests. Achani urged the youth to embrace peace and choose the path of constructive engagement with the County and National government, assuring them that her Administration is doing everything possible to create an atmosphere conducive for all. The coastal County Boss promised increased youth representation in her Administration, noting that she had already appointed…