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09 Jul

Kericho MCAs Unanimously Pass Motion to Impeach County Secretary Dr. Wesley Bor

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Kericho Members of County Assembly (MCAs) have unanimously passed a motion to impeach County Secretary Dr. Wesley Bor on allegations of gross violation of the constitution, breach of the County Government Act, and incompetence. The motion was moved by Kapsaos MCA Paul Bii, who cited numerous complaints from county staff and members of the public regarding Dr. Bor's conduct. Bii highlighted that one of the key allegations involved the unprocedural redeployment of county staff, in violation of the Human Resource Management Policy and the County Government Act 2012. Ainamoi MCA Cheruiyot Bett further supported the motion, stating that Dr. Bor…

09 Jul

Kenya To Adopt A Community Approach In The Fight Against Violent Extremism

admin0 CommentsCountiesTerror, Terrorism, The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC)

The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) is seeking to adopt a community approach in deterring Violent Extremism and radicalization in the country under a new strategy aimed at combating terrorism and related terror activities. NCTC Director Dr. Rosalind Nyawira while closing a two-day workshop on the review of the National Strategy to Counter Violent Extremism at a Nanyuki hotel, said that the review was informed by the ineffectiveness of the previous strategy adopted in the year 2016, but the changing dynamics of terror activities has necessitated the adoption of new tactics and approaches. “There’s a need to refresh the strategies…

09 Jul

MP Peter Kaluma Opposes Scrapping of NG-CDF, Criticizes Senators’ Proposal

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Homa Bay Town MP, Peter Kaluma, has strongly opposed the proposal by some Senators to abolish the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), calling it ill-advised and misguided. Kaluma defended the NG-CDF, citing its significant impact on improving school infrastructure across the country. He emphasized that the fund had played a crucial role in revitalizing neglected schools and establishing new educational facilities in remote areas. "The NG-CDF has not only rebuilt our schools but has also ensured access to education in remote regions where schools were previously nonexistent," Kaluma stated. He criticized the suggestion to channel the funds through county…

09 Jul

Journalists Must Offer Factual Critique, Not Spread Rumours

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One rule of thumb reporters follow when researching a story is that no single source can provide all the information they might need. Journalism is both a profession and a craft, drawing on specialized skills and adhering to common standards. Journalists have a responsibility to provide information that is accurate, fairly reported, and independent. Unfortunately, this standard practice is sometimes abandoned, even by well-respected journalists working in reputable media organizations. In an article authored by Cellestine Olilo and published in the Daily Nation on July 5th, 2024, headlined "Speak and be Damned: All is Not Well with Our Gallant Junior…

09 Jul

Train Derails And Kills One, Leaves 66 Injured in Kajiado

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A tragic train derailment in the Duka Moja area of Kajiado West sub-county has resulted in one fatality and left numerous passengers injured on Tuesday morning. The passenger train, owned by Tata Chemicals Limited Magadi, was traveling from Magadi to Kajiado town, carrying over 100 passengers and goods. According to eyewitnesses, the train lost control as it approached a bridge around 8 am, veered off the tracks, and overturned. The accident caused chaos and panic among passengers. Sixty-six individuals with minor injuries were quickly rushed to Kajiado County Referral Hospital, where they received treatment and were subsequently discharged. Ten others,…

09 Jul

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed in Sudan To Address Conflict

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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has landed in Port Sudan, Sudan, marking the beginning of a crucial working visit aimed at addressing stability concerns in the region. Upon arrival, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was warmly received by Sudan’s de facto leader, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The visit comes against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in Sudan, primarily between factions led by General al-Burhan and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemetti), leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The conflict, which escalated in April 2023, has led to widespread violence and instability, exacerbating Sudan’s humanitarian crisis. At its core are disputes over…

09 Jul

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa Launches KShs 80 Million Barasa Care Program to Boost Maternal and Child Health

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Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has unveiled the Barasa Care Program, an ambitious initiative aimed at enhancing maternal and child health services across the county. The program is budgeted at KShs 80 million for the 2024/2025 financial year. Speaking at the launch event, Governor Barasa highlighted the program's objectives, which include ensuring that mothers attend all antenatal care clinics, deliver safely at county health facilities, receive quality postnatal care, and that babies receive all required vaccinations. Under the Barasa Care Program, mothers from the county's 12 constituencies will receive a total of KSh 12,000, distributed across six visits from pregnancy to…

09 Jul

Suba South MP Caroli Omondi Challenges ODM Party Over Recall Threats

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Suba South legislator Caroli Omondi has criticized the ODM party leadership for their recent threats to oust him from his parliamentary post. Omondi asserted that last week’s decision by the party to recall him was an empty threat with no legal backing. Omondi emphasized that those calling for his recall are not voters in his constituency and thus have no mandate to remove him. This statement follows the ODM party leadership's announcement last Tuesday to initiate the process of recalling Omondi and five other MPs for supporting the controversial Finance Bill 2024. Addressing his constituents, Omondi urged them not to…

09 Jul

Tana Water Works Development Agency Launches KSh64 billion Ambitious Five-Year Strategic Plan

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The Tana Water Works Development Agency, the country's leading water and sanitation agency, has unveiled an ambitious five-year strategic plan aimed at enhancing water and sanitation services in the Mountain region. The plan, with an estimated budget of nearly KSh64 billion, was launched during a colorful ceremony at Bantu Africa Resort and Spa near Nyeri town. The strategic plan targets over four million residents across Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Embu, Meru, and Tharaka Nithi counties. Among the key objectives is to increase access to quality water services from the current 57.8 percent to 90 percent by 2027. In terms of sanitation, the…

09 Jul

KISM Launches National Registration Drive to Ensure Compliance

admin0 CommentsCountiesKenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM), KISM Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Matiba

The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) has commenced a nationwide registration drive and membership data audit aimed at eliminating unlicensed and unqualified individuals from the profession. Speaking in Kisumu County, KISM Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Matiba highlighted that many supply and procurement workers across the country are not registered. Currently, the KISM database has about 10,000 registered members, while the country has over 23,000 practitioners. "This drive aims not only to register new members but also to clean the existing register to ensure only qualified personnel handle supplies and procurement," Matiba stated. He emphasized the importance of this initiative…