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Kisumu Deputy Governor Dr. Matthew Owili has reaffirmed the county government's commitment to strengthening healthcare services following the official launch and commissioning of the Africa Cancer Foundation (ACF) Clinic on Wheels at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). The Deputy Governor joined Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o at the launch of the mobile clinic, describing the initiative as a major milestone in expanding access to cancer prevention, early detection, screening and treatment services for residents of Kisumu, Siaya and neighbouring counties. Dr. Owili noted that the mobile clinic will help bridge healthcare gaps by bringing essential cancer services closer to communities, improving early diagnosis and increasing access to life-saving treatment. The event was attended by Mama Kisumu, Mrs. Dorothy Nyong'o, National Cancer Control Program representative Dr. J.P. Bor, JOOTRH Chief Executive Officer Dr. Joshua O...

Rose Wanja is celebrating a proud and memorable milestone after her daughter, Alyssa, secured a United Kingdom visa that will enable her to represent Kenya at the prestigious TeenEagle English Competition Global Finals. The visa approval marks the beginning of an exciting international journey for Alyssa, who will join outstanding students from around the world to compete in one of the world's leading English language and public speaking competitions. Filled with gratitude, Wanja described the achievement as an answered prayer and a testament to God's faithfulness. She said seeing her daughter earn the opportunity to compete on the global stage is a dream come true and a reward for years of hard work, perseverance and dedication. Reflecting on her own life experiences, Wanja said she has always prayed that her children would enjoy opportunities she never had. She believes Alyssa's accomplishment demonstrates that determination, discipline and faith can open door...

 Rose Wanja could not hide her excitement after her daughter, Alyssa, received the life-changing news that her United Kingdom visa had been approved. The visa approval paves the way for Alyssa to travel to the United Kingdom, where she will proudly represent Kenya at the prestigious TeenEagle English Competition Global Finals, an international contest that brings together top-performing students from across the world. Sharing her joy, Wanja described the moment as the fulfillment of a long-held prayer and a testament to God's faithfulness. She reflected on the challenges she faced growing up and said she had always prayed that her children would enjoy opportunities she never had. She also expressed gratitude to Riara Springs Girls' High School for believing in Alyssa and giving her the opportunity to compete on the global stage. Alyssa heads into the competition with an outstanding record, having previously been recognized as the fourth-best debater in Africa. Wanja...

Yatta Member of Parliament Robert Basil has welcomed the official commissioning of the Kithimani Land Registry, describing it as a historic milestone that will transform access to land services for residents across the constituency. Speaking during the launch officiated by Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Basil said the new land registry marks the end of years of inconvenience that forced Yatta residents to travel to Machakos to access land-related services. He noted that bringing the registry closer to the people will save residents time and money while improving the efficiency of government service delivery. The event also saw the issuance of more than 1,000 title deeds to residents, a move Basil said will provide families with secure land ownership, enhance property rights, and unlock economic opportunities through increased investment and access to credit. The legislator described the project as a clear demonstration of the government's commitment...

The Chief Executive Officer of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, Brigadier (Rtd.) Joseph Maina Muracia, has outlined the commission's progress in restoring Nairobi's rivers, saying the initiative is transforming the capital's waterways into clean, safe and attractive public spaces while protecting the environment for future generations. Speaking during an interview, Muracia said the Nairobi Rivers Commission was established in December 2022 and renewed in October 2024 with the mandate of coordinating the regeneration, restoration and beautification of Nairobi's rivers. He explained that the commission operates under the State Department for Housing and Urban Development and is responsible for coordinating ministries, departments, agencies, county governments, communities, development partners and the media in implementing the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Programme. Muracia noted that the commission's work covers the Nairobi, Ngong and Mathare rivers, which e...

The Conservator of Forests, Mr. Alex Lemarkoko, has underscored the importance of community participation, strong leadership and increased investment in forestry as Kenya works towards achieving its target of 30 percent national tree cover. Speaking during an event, Lemarkoko said forestry has become increasingly central to Kenya's development agenda, noting that sustainable forest management plays a vital role in environmental conservation, climate resilience and economic growth. He said the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has witnessed significant success where community leaders and other stakeholders have taken an active role in implementing Participatory Forest Management Plans (PFMPs). According to him, empowering local leadership has strengthened community ownership of conservation initiatives and improved forest protection efforts. Lemarkoko emphasized the need to integrate forestry with other sectors such as agriculture and livestock production, saying sustainable fo...