Listen By Nuru Soud (KNA) The Government has called for increased collaboration between the public and private sectors in exploration of opportunities in the blue economy sector. The Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Hassan Joho said the industry holds immense potential in creating employment, wealth and food security for millions of […]
Listen By Sharon Atieno (KNA) Kenya’s power production has risen from 3,076 megawatts in 2022 to 3,243 megawatts in 2024. The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum said the increase is in line with the Government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), which seeks to ensure that every home is connected to electricity. The rise in electricity […]
Listen By Geoffrey Makokha (KNA) A manufacturing plant dedicated to producing reusable sanitary towels has been launched in Migori Town. Migori Woman Representative Fatuma Muhammed inaugurated the project done in collaboration with Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA). Muhammed said the plant would provide vulnerable school children with the essential sanitary products as well as […]
Listen Today, President Ruto Launched Climate WorX Initiative in Korogocho, Nairobi County. He stated that climate change is an existential threat demanding immediate action. The initiative will create over 200,000 jobs Nationawide with more than 20,000 youth focused on generating the 45KM Nairobi River Basin. This project represents a major effort to tackle environmental challenges […]
Listen The Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) of the Fourth Medium-Term Plan (MTP IV) will see the Government intensify national connectivity through water, road, rail, port, energy and fibre-optic infrastructure as enablers of economic recovery and inclusive growth. The Kenya Kwanza Administration has finalized a framework for centralization of resources to deal with all stalled […]
Listen Bungoma, a picturesque county on the slopes of Mt Elgon, is renowned for its rich culture and history. Its capital, Bungoma Town, began as a trading centre in the early 20th century. The county’s proximity to Uganda has boosted trade, and its fertile soils support agriculture. The hospitable and industrious people from various communities […]
Listen In support of university education, the Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board (KYEB) collaborated with the Commission for University Education (CUE) during their 4th Biennial Conference on University Research and Innovation at the KICC in Nairobi last week. The conference, attended by 480 participants including national and international presenters, saw the launch of the “Varsity Digest,” […]
Listen The government seeks to accelerate the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) through the Sh3.9 trillion Budget unveiled last Thursday, allocating funds for various projects and initiatives aimed at benefiting mwananchi under the five BETA pillars. The Budget focuses on enhancing agricultural transformation, supporting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs),boosting affordable housing, achieving universal healthcare, […]
Listen Environment Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya (centre) joined by Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire (second left) during a tree planting exercise in the county. Government calls for participation of all individuals and institutions in the 10-year environment restoration strategy. The government targets to rehabilitate all the country’s degraded landscapes and ecosystems as it implements the 10-year […]
Listen Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has called for enhanced collaboration among universities to boost service delivery. Speaking at the opening session of the 4th Biennial Conference on Universities Research and Innovation organized by the Commission for University Education (CUE), Mr Machogu urged the institutions to work together to enhance the quality of education noting, […]