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Incoming Nairobi Woman Representative aspirant Millicent Omanga has launched the Free Omanga Care Sanitary Towels Initiative, a countywide programme aimed at ensuring that girls in public primary schools have access to free sanitary towels and remain in school without interruption. Speaking during the launch at Ainsworth Primary School, where she studied in the 1990s, Omanga described the initiative as a personal mission to give back to the institution that shaped her early years and to support girls facing menstrual hygiene challenges. She emphasized that no girl should be forced to miss classes because she cannot afford sanitary towels, describing menstrual dignity as a fundamental right that every child deserves. "This initiative is driven by a simple but powerful belief: no girl should miss school because she cannot afford a sanitary towel. Every young girl deserves the confidence to pursue her education without interruption," Omanga said. The aspi...

Kenya and Italy have strengthened their security partnership following the signing of a Letter of Intent aimed at enhancing cooperation in the prevention and combating of both domestic and transnational crime. Speaking after the signing ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration Kipchumba Murkomen said the agreement marks another milestone in the growing security collaboration between the two countries. Murkomen said the partnership will improve intelligence sharing, capacity building, and joint efforts to address emerging security threats, reaffirming the government's commitment to safeguarding the country through international cooperation. "We are strengthening cooperation with international partners to improve our response to both domestic and transnational crime. Together with my Italian counterpart, H.E. Matteo Piantedosi, we have signed a Letter of Intent to deepen cooperation between Kenya and Italy in preventing and combating crime...

Kenya and Italy have strengthened their security partnership following the signing of a Letter of Intent aimed at enhancing cooperation in the prevention and combating of both domestic and transnational crime. Speaking after the signing ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration Kipchumba Murkomen said the agreement marks another milestone in the growing security collaboration between the two countries. Murkomen said the partnership will improve intelligence sharing, capacity building, and joint efforts to address emerging security threats, reaffirming the government's commitment to safeguarding the country through international cooperation. "We are strengthening cooperation with international partners to improve our response to both domestic and transnational crime. Together with my Italian counterpart, H.E. Matteo Piantedosi, we have signed a Letter of Intent to deepen cooperation between Kenya and Italy in preventing and combating crime...

Kitui Central Member of Parliament Hon. Makali Mulu has been ranked the best-performing MP in Kitui County after attaining a 68 percent score in the latest Infotrak Performance Index. The ranking places the legislator at the top among Kitui County's Members of Parliament, recognizing his performance in service delivery, representation, legislative work, oversight, and implementation of development projects. The Infotrak survey reflects public confidence in Hon. Mulu's leadership and his commitment to improving the lives of residents through investments in education, infrastructure, healthcare, and other community development initiatives. Reacting to the recognition, supporters described the ranking as a testament to his dedication to accountable leadership and consistent delivery of development programmes across Kitui Central Constituency. The Infotrak Performance Index is one of Kenya's leading public opinion surveys that measures the performance of elected lea...

Makueni Woman Representative Hon. Rose Museo has been ranked among the top four best-performing Women Representatives in Kenya in the 11th Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating. The recognition, announced during an awards ceremony at the Kempinski Hotel, highlights her performance in public service, accountability, representation, and development initiatives. Speaking after receiving the recognition, Hon. Museo said the achievement reflects a journey built on commitment, consistency, and a dedication to serving the people of Makueni. She thanked the residents of Makueni for their unwavering trust and support, dedicating the milestone to them. "Emerging fourth overall among Women Representatives nationally reflects a journey shaped by commitment, consistency, and the resolute support of the people. To the people of Makueni, this milestone is yours. The journey continues, with focus, humility, and resolve," she said. Museo noted that the ranking se...

Makueni Woman Representative Hon. Rose Museo has been ranked the 4th best-performing Woman Representative in Kenya in the 11th Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating, a recognition she says reflects a steadfast commitment to accountable leadership and impactful service. Speaking during the awards ceremony held at the Kempinski Hotel, Hon. Museo joined fellow elected leaders in reaffirming the importance of leadership anchored on accountability, consistency, and meaningful service to wananchi. Reacting to the ranking, the Makueni legislator expressed gratitude to the people of Makueni, dedicating the achievement to their unwavering trust and support. "Emerging fourth overall among Women Representatives nationally reflects a journey shaped by commitment, consistency, and the resolute support of the people. To the people of Makueni, this milestone is yours," she said. Museo noted that the recognition serves as motivation to continue working diligentl...