Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS) Dr Andrew Karanja Dairy farmers will have to wait a little longer for improved earnings from milk sales beyond the government’s recommended retail price of Ksh 50 per litre. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Dr. Andrew Karanja says the government is going back to the drawing board to review milk…
Thirty-six-year-old Bethwel Kiptoo was found dead near a small pine tree on Tuesday, November 19 Reports emerged that the deceased died shortly after crashing his father's Nissan X-Trail on the Molo-Keringet road in Nakuru County Kiptoo's body was transferred to the Olenguruone mortuary for surgery by DCI detectives who visited the scene The police have…
Decorated tennis legend Rafael Nadal expressed satisfaction with going full circle and ending his illustrious career at the Davis Cup, the same event where he suffered his first defeat. The tennis world witnessed an emotional farewell on November 19 as Rafael Nadal, one of the sport’s greatest icons, played the final match of his illustrious…
State Department for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Principal Secretary Susan Mang’eni. PHOTO | Jackson Mnyamwezi. The government is planning an upward review of loan limits for at least two million Hustler Fund borrowers with positive credit scores as the fund enters second year of operation. Speaking during the Shift on KBC Channel1,…
The team is poised for showdown in the African Championship in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Kenya National Women’s Handball team is gearing up for the African Championships, which will run from November 27 to December 7 in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Coach Victor Ochieng has credited experienced players in the squad…
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) set to release updated banknotes. [CBK] The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) says the release of updated banknotes for smaller denominations is in progress. In a statement issued on Wednesday, November 20, CBK announced that the new notes will include the 50 shillings (Sh50), 100 shillings (Sh100), 200 shillings (Sh200),…
Nigerians have applauded the decision of the Catholic Church of Kenya to reject the millions donated by President William Ruto Nigerian TikToker, Isa_talker, noted that in his nation it would be very difficult for God's servants to refuse such an amount Netizens praised the church for its principled stance, contrasting it with the practices in…
The Kiambu county departmental heads have launched an ambitious tree planting exercise that will see forest cover increased in the region. The exercise conducted at Ting’ang’a model primary school yesterday saw 400 tree seedlings planted in the area, 100 of which were planted within the school compound. Another…
The government has set out plans, aimed at doubling milk production in the country from 5.2 billion to 10 billion liters annually, an initiative which will boost small-scale farmer’s average monthly incomes to Sh56,000. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Dr. Andrew Karanja said that achieving these ambitious dairy industry targets require focused, collaborative…
President William Ruto has shared a sweet but moving message to First Lady Rachel Ruto who is celebrating her birthday on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. In a statement, Ruto showered his wife with words of love and affirmation for their union. “Happy birthday my love Mama Rachel Ruto,” the message read in part. The Head…
Raila Odinga, Kenya’s African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship candidate, convened a pivotal meeting with elected leaders from Western Kenya under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) banner, aiming to solidify the party’s presence in the region ahead of upcoming grassroots elections. Raila hosted a dinner with ODM Members of Parliament and governors representing the Mulembe nation…
Tabitha Gatwiri was found dead on October 31 by her brother, Brian, at her home in Nairobi The content producer was to marry her longtime boyfriend, Dave, a week before their traditional wedding Those close to him Gatwiri, who spoke to TUKO.co.ke on condition of anonymity, narrated how his family was trying to come to…
President William Ruto has pledged Ksh 100 million to the Safe Homes, Safe Spaces campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at addressing the alarming rise in femicide cases in Kenya. Speaking after a meeting with women leaders at State House, the President emphasized the urgent need for collective action to protect women and girls from violence,…
President William Ruto has revealed that women leaders have agreed to spearhead the nationwide awareness campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Speaking during a live press briefing at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, Ruto said that his administration has committed Ksh100 million towards the 16 days of activism against GBV. In addition, Ruto…
Kirinyaga County Governor Anne Waiguru Governor Anne Waiguru says Kirinyaga is the new frontier for investment due to the conducive environment her administration has created for businesses to thrive. Waiguru said apart from investing in good infrastructure, modernization of towns and creating business friendly policies, availability of raw material for production is drawing investors to…