Banks must take lead in driving Africa's green growth

African Green Industrialisation Initiative brings together financiers to mobilise resources, de-risk projects, and accelerate investments in renewable energy and climate-smart solutions.

By Paul Russo 2 months ago

West Pokot expand vaccination drive amid persistent challenges

This expansion has been supported by a major boost in cold chain capacity after the county received 99 cold chain equipment units distributed across all six sub-counties.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Pokot South residents oppose relocation of collapsed Chepareria TTI

Residents of Pokot South Constituency have opposed plans to relocate the collapsed Chepareria TTI to another location.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Youth seek action to reduce teenage pregnancies, FGM

Advocates say young people lack information on reproductive health.Initiatives on early pregnancies and forced marriages, and FGM not well funded.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Tension at Pokot-Turkana border after a boy was shot dead by bandits

The boy, Kisang Lonyakaa, was herding cattle when the attackers struck. Another boy, Mangoot Pusiecho, 14, was seriously injured in the ambush.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Ensuring best outcomes in poultry processing

Most poultry producers in Kenya have not invested much in new chicken processing technologies, which are more efficient and ensure food safety for consumers.

By Dr Watson Messo 3 months ago

The devolution experiment has disappointed, but we cannot give up yet

The dream of counties as engines of development has mutated into a nightmare of waste, corruption, nepotism and gross mismanagement.

By Hussein Khalid 3 months ago

Gold rush transforms Pokot-Turkana border into trading hub

The once-volatile Pokot-Turkana border, long scarred by gunfire and cattle raids, is undergoing an unexpected transformation following the discovery of gold deposits in Turkwel.

By Irissheel Shanzu 3 months ago

Vaccination best defence against fowl pox disease

Fowl pox is a disease of birds caused by a virus called Poxiviridae.

By Dr Watson Messo 3 months ago

Kenya is fast losing its global human rights standing

From killing its youth and criminalising protests, to hosting war criminals and undermining its own Constitution, Kenya is moving away from the ideals that earned it its global standing.

By Hussein Khalid 4 months ago

How politics has fractured our Kenyan society

The over-politicisation of our society has drained our collective mindset, stifled innovation, drowned out critical thinking, and damaged the social fabric.

By Harun Issack Hassan 4 months ago

Free basic education is a standing policy, PS Bitok

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring all Kenyan children have access to quality education.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

East Africa is now a community of repression, not cooperation

On Wednesday May 23, 2025, Mwabili Mwagodi, a Kenyan activist living and working in Tanzania, was abducted in the capital Dar es Salaam under highly suspicious circumstances.

By Hussein Khalid 4 months ago

West Pokot leaders oppose capitation cuts, say poor learners will suffer

They are now urging the government to reverse its decision to protect learning opportunities in underserved areas.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

How to avoid antibiotics use in broilers

General meat consumer preferences keep shifting, with the trend expected to continue over the coming years.

By Dr Watson Messo 4 months ago

West Pokot's solution teen pregnancies paying off

Concerted efforts among parents, schools, and the government to address teenage pregnancies in West Pokot County are yielding positive results.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

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From grass-thatched to iron sheets: West Pokot housing revolution

A housing revolution is taking place in the hills and valleys of West Pokot County.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

West Pokot farmers embrace agroecology to boost food security

West Pokot County has launched its agroecology policy, a farmer-led initiative focused on sustainable agriculture.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Mutilated body of man recovered from River Turkwel

Shock gripped residents of Songok area in West Pokot County after the mutilated body of a man was found in River Turkwel on Tuesday evening.

By Irissheel Shanzu 4 months ago

Common mistakes poultry farmers make

Improper brooding practices can result in poor liveability and flock uniformity, and overall inferior performance in the broiler and pen house leading to a higher chick cost.

By Dr Watson Messo 4 months ago

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Security bosses nowhere to be seen as Masinde goes in the dock alone

The DPP has changed the charge against the officer who shot a hawker. Masinde wept as the new charges were read out as his co-accused was set free

By Irissheel Shanzu, Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

108 Eritreans arrested at Kenya-Uganda border

Authorities in West Pokot are investigating a suspected case of human trafficking after 108 Eritrean nationals were found abandoned in Lokitonyala at the Kenya-Uganda border.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

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From despair to dreams: How bursary funds are transforming the Pokot community

For decades, the Pokot community in Kenya's arid North Rift region bore the scars of poverty, cattle rustling, and relentless banditry.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

When police and goons work together, it's a recipe for chaos

Armed with crude weapons including rungus (clubs), nyahunyos (whips), daggers and stones, they did not even attempt to conceal their violent intent.

By Hussein Khalid 5 months ago

Global energy leaders gather in Cape Town for Africa Forum

The forum will feature high-level plenaries, technical sessions, and an exhibition showcasing advanced energy solutions.

By Kelly Boss 5 months ago

Stop hiding children with disabilities, partners plead

Bobleo Children's Home in Kangilikwan hosts dozens of children with special needs, many of whom were previously neglected or abandoned due to societal stigma.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

Forestalling respiratory poultry diseases

Respiratory disease prevention strategies involve the shared responsibilities of the farm owner, workers, feed suppliers, and the local vet.

By Dr Watson Messo 5 months ago

Chepkoghkogh residents decry 13-year electricity blackout

Residents of Chepkoghkogh in Central Pokot Sub-County are up in arms over a long-standing lack of electricity in their area, 13 years after a government-initiated power project stalled.

By Irissheel Shanzu 5 months ago

Four dead, five injured after gold mine collapses in West Pokot

Four people have been confirmed dead and five others injured after a gold mine collapsed early Saturday morning at Karon village in West Pokot County.

By Irissheel Shanzu 6 months ago

Seven-year-old boy killed by crocodile while bathing in River Turkwel

A seven-year-old boy was killed by a crocodile while bathing on the banks of the River Turkwel in West Pokot County.

By Irissheel Shanzu 6 months ago

Tanzanians' silence amid serious human rights abuses worrying

Boniface Mwangi and Uganda's Agather Atuhaire were two brave and unarmed citizens of Africa who were subjected to four days of unspeakable torture in Tanzania.

By Hussein Khalid 6 months ago

Ngugi wa Thiong'o: Gen Zs share tributes of late literary icon

The news of his passing has triggered an emotional wave of tributes across social media platforms, learning institutions, and academic circles, both in Kenya and around the world.

By Rayvon Kipng'eno, Mulki Ali and Akida Kassim 6 months ago

How to avoid egg production losses in your laying flocks

With proper management, care, and monitoring, well-trained staff can easily manage egg production losses to guarantee excellent egg production.

By Dr Watson Messo 6 months ago

Religious leaders root for rule of law and transparency

Several church leaders are calling on the government to align national leadership with transparency, democracy, and unity.

By Rayvon Kipng'eno, Mulki Ali and Akida Kassim 6 months ago

Digital platform eyes regional expansion after clinching Sh6.5b additional funding

Wakandi has launched a Series A funding round, aiming to raise $50 million (Sh6.5 billion) within three months to expand into Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

By Kelley Boss 6 months ago

Kenyan teams excel in Huawei ICT competition global finals

Teams of ICT students from Kenya performed strongly at the finals of a global competition organised by Huawei, highlighting the rapid development of digital skills in the country.

By Kelley Boss 6 months ago

Digital platform eyes regional expansion after clinching Sh6.5b funding

Wakandi has launched a Series A funding round, aiming to raise $50 million (Sh6.5 billion) within three months to expand into Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

By Kelley Boss 6 months ago

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Gold in their hands, dust in their future: The human cost of West Pokot

In the heart of Romus Centre, nestled in the parched hills of West Pokot County near the volatile Turkana border, the search for gold has become a dangerous daily gamble.

By Irissheel Shanzu 6 months ago

Farmers protest delayed compensation over power line

Hundreds of residents from West Pokot and Trans Nzoia counties have taken to the streets to protest against the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company.

By Irissheel Shanzu 6 months ago

Teacher's union demands transfer of West Pokot education director

Knut has escalated its calls for the immediate transfer of West Pokot County Director of Education, Simon Wamae, accusing him of alleged mismanagement and authoritarian leadership.

By Irissheel Shanzu 6 months ago