Gov’t Cracks Down on Illegal Children’s Homes – Only Law-Breakers Will Be Shut Down.
Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Dr. Alfred Mutua together with PS Caren Ageng’o during the official handover of the newly established State Department for Children Welfare Services . The Kenyan government has reassured the public that only illegal and non-compliant children’s homes will face closure, as part of a renewed effort to protect…
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Promoting Ocean Protection and Conservation in East Africa .
As efforts to re-energize East Africa’s blue economy get underway, ocean protection and conservation remain a key factor. The region takes pride in its rich marine biodiversity, a factor that positively impacts various economic activities, including fishing and tourism. Although the East African coast faces challenges towards achieving protection and conservation goals, various strategies have…
Bunge La Mwananchi Demand Gachagua’s Arrest Over Claims Kenya Fuels Sudan War.
A storm is brewing in Kenya’s political landscape after the grassroots organization Bunge la Wananchi called for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s immediate arrest, accusing him of spreading dangerous falsehoods about Kenya’s involvement in Sudan’s civil war. The dramatic demand came during an emotionally charged press conference at Nairobi’s historic Jevanjee Gardens, where activists presented…
Kenya Champions Regional Push to End Gender-Based Violence with New Strategy.
The Kenyan government has reinforced its dedication to eradicating sexual and gender-based violence through a groundbreaking regional initiative designed to enhance prevention measures, improve response systems, and bolster support for survivors. The announcement came during a pivotal three-day workshop in Nairobi that brought together key stakeholders from across the Great Lakes region. Emily Opati, Deputy…
Zamzam Camp Sees RSF Troops Deployment Post-Liberation.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have deployed military units to secure civilians and humanitarian medical personnel in Zamzam Camp, in North Darfur State, following the successful liberation of the camp from the control of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and their allies from the Islamic Terrorist Movement and affiliated armed mercenary movements that used the…
Kalonzo Slams Government Over Butere Girls Teargas Attack.
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has condemned the government for the violent disruption of Butere Girls High School’s performance at the National Drama Festival, calling it an “egregious assault on democracy”. Speaking at the Second Mwai Kibaki Memorial Lecture at Nairobi hotel, Kalonzo expressed outrage after police tear-gassed students and journalists in Nakuru. The incident has…
NAHUSOM Call for Urgent Action Against Human Trafficking for Forced Criminality in Kenya.
The Network Against Human Trafficking and Smuggling of Migrants NAHUSOM, a coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) sounded the alarm over the rising cases of human trafficking for forced criminality in Kenya and abroad.NAHUSOM demanded immediate government intervention to protect victims and hold perpetrators accountable. Growing Crisis in Myanmar and BeyondThe CSOs expressed deep concern…
Digital Skills Program Benefits 400,000 People in Busia.
More than 400,000 residents of Busia County have gained digital skills through a British High Commission-funded program, with officials now pushing to expand the initiative. Denis Ngira, Busia County’s Chief Officer for Youth Affairs, praised the project’s success at an event reviewing its impact. Since its launch in September 2024, the program has trained youth,…
ETBC, Soy Afric Limited and Kazana Group Partner to Transform Ethiopia’s Food Processing Sector.
Ethiopian Trading and Business Corporation (ETBC), Soy Afric, and Kazana Group have joined forces to boost Ethiopia’s food production, processing, and export. The three companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the country’s food supply chain—from farm to market—while supporting smallholder farmers and the economy. Each partner brings unique strengths to the collaboration….
The Voice of Truth Amidst the Noise of Arms, Burhan’s Army Fuels Conflict and Violations Against Civilians.
In a time when the voice of truth fades in the face of the noise of weapons, Sudan is experiencing one of its bloodiest chapters, amid a brutal war that has destroyed everything in its path, leading to an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe. Despite the expanding scope of violations and the documentation of crimes, the Sudanese…