Youth take center stage in shaping Africa’s food future at Kigali dialogue

Young Agripreneurs, policymakers and development partners gathered in Kigali for a youth-led dialogue on the future of Africa’s food systems, highlighting how stronger agri-food systems can create jobs, enterprise opportunities and innovation for the continent’s growing youth population. The conversation, titled “Who Gets to Shape Africa’s Food Future?”, was hosted by AGRA in partnership with…

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Fighting Floods in Nairobi: Sakaja Starts Cleanup, Evacuates People on River Banks

Governor Johnson Sakaja ordered the immediate demolition of illegal buildings to fight flooding in Nairobi On Thursday, March 19, large rigs were used to restore river flow and clear blocked drainage systems. Authorities emphasized responsibility for illegal development contributing to the flood crisis Nairobi – Chairman of the Cooperation Agreement Implementation Committee, Sakaja Johnsonhas ordered…

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Floods leave dozens of families homeless in Trans Nzoia

Audio By Vocalize Floods have displaced over 30 families from their homes in Namanja area of Trans Nzoia County following heavy rains. [Martin Ndiema, Standard] Flooding triggered by overnight heavy rains has displaced more than 30 families in Namanjala village, Trans Nzoia County. The floods disrupted learning for more than 100 students, who…

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BOMAS at 40 per cent and the women building Kenya’s landmark

Kenya’s economic transformation in the tourism sector is anchored on the development of world-class facilities that attract and sustain visitor demand across key segments, including Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE). By strengthening this infrastructure, Nairobi is increasingly positioning itself as a premier destination for business tourism, unlocking opportunities across the broader tourism value chain….

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Harambee SACCO diversifies portfolio to unlock Youth, MSME markets – Kenya News Agency

Harambee SACCO is diversifying its product portfolio beyond conventional offerings to tap into youth and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), as shrinking formal employment compels deposit-taking cooperatives to rethink their growth strategies and reduce overreliance on salaried government workers. Harambee SACCO National Chairman, Macloud Malonza, said during a capacity-building workshop for delegates in Mombasa…

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A woman is sad after the man she lived with for 9 years brought her to the house: “We are not married”

Elieshi Ndetaulwa is heartbroken after his girlfriend of nine years allegedly brought another woman to their home and kicked her out Ndetaulwa opened up about the abuse she claims she experienced from her partner, saying the woman threatened her following several incidents. The mother of three children explained in detail her husband’s relationship with the…

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Nairobi Hospital dismisses claims of collapse amid wrangles

Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Hospital dismisses claims of collapse amid wrangles. [File, Standard] The leadership of The Nairobi Hospital has dismissed claims that the institution is facing collapse. During a press briefing on Thursday, March 19, Board Chairperson Dr Barcley Onyambu and Chief Executive Felix Osano said recent public reports suggesting financial mismanagement or institutional…

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Kirinyaga Aggregation Park nears completion, boosting agro-industrial growth – Kenya News Agency

Construction of the County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIP) in Kirinyaga is nearing completion, marking a major milestone in the county’s journey toward becoming a regional hub for agro-processing and industrial development. The facility, located within the Sagana Agro-Industrial suburb, which is a designated Special Economic Zone (SEZ), will go a long way in supporting…

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Faith Odhiambo Says She Met Her Husband In Church, She Thanks Her Friends For Making That Love Succeed

The former president of the Kenya Bar Association, Faith Odhiambo, recently showed off her husband, John Lawrence, for a rare occasion, after pictures of them wearing similar outfits went viral on the internet. The former LSK leader found a special place in the hearts of Kenyans following his leadership, especially during the anti-government protests, where…

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