Seven people who had been marooned by flooding waters in Kikuuni village in Kabaa,Mwala sub county after River Athi burst its banks have been rescued. The seven, six men and a pregnant woman were evacuated to safety on Friday afternoon by a private chopper chartered by the Machakos County Government. Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and ..read more

The Uasin Gishu County Disaster Management Committee has outlined key strategies to avert emergencies caused by floods across various parts of the county. The Committee co-chaired by the two levels of government and other stakeholders like Kenya Red Cross held a sitting at the County Chambers, Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, on Friday morning to identify affected ..read more

Busia Governor Paul Otuoma has urged partners on climate change to ensure that funds are channeled to support the common mwananchi at the grassroot level. Speaking to the victims of floods in Bunyala South Ward on Thursday, Otuoma noted that several meetings on climate change were being held in high end hotels, yet some of ..read more

Mombasa County Disaster Preparedness Management and Mitigation Committee has advised area residents to be vigilant in the wake of the weatherman’s prediction of Cyclone Hidaya. Thursday, the Cabinet was briefed on the weather forecast for the next three months and noted that Cyclone Hidaya is expected to hit the coastal region. It will result in ..read more

Presiding Bishop and President of the Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship of Africa (PEFA) Church Kenya, Bishop John Okinda, has urged Kenyans to remain vigilant during the current rainy season that has resulted in several deaths due to flooding. Speaking from his home village at Ragana, Suna West Sub-County in Migori County, Bishop Okinda expressed concern over ..read more

President Dr.  William Ruto Thursday granted charters to two universities Tangaza University and Management University of Africa during a colourful ceremony at Statehouse Nairobi bringing the total number of accredited universities to 64 in the country. “Kenya now boasts of 64 chattered universities solidifying our status as a regional hub for higher education,” said President ..read more

The State Department for Diaspora Affairs yesterday launched an inaugural Diaspora Jobs fair in Meru County that attracted hundreds of youth seeking employment opportunities abroad. Speaking during the launch, the department’s Principal Secretary (PS) Roseline Njogu said the purpose of the fair was to bring together people with skills and ready for job opportunities abroad ..read more

Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) has affirmed commitment to ensure elevation of hospitality standards in the country. This was revealed during a two-day seminar for hoteliers drawn from Trans Nzoia County organised and facilitated by the regulatory body. Acknowledging the input of TRA which she said is geared towards improving standards and uplifting the tourism sector ..read more

The inter-religious council of Kenya (IRCK) has embarked on an initiative aimed at nurturing and developing children aged 0-3 years across the country. By recognizing the pivotal role that religious leaders play in their communities, the council is empowering them to inform and educate society about the importance of nurturing early childhood development. The council’s ..read more

The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) through its KEPSA Foundation has committed to provide assistance to the affected communities during the on-going floods. The Foundation will aid the victims through the Private Sector flood Response Initiative that is being implemented with KEPSA members, development partners and the government. KEPSA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Carole Kariuki ..read more