How water hyacinth has paralysed fishing and tourism in Lake Naivasha
The water hyacinth that started as envy to many in Lake Naivasha is now turning into a nightmare, choking the water body and paralysing various economic activities.
By Antony Gitonga
2026-08-13 16:15:00
About 2,400 school-aged children and adolescents in Kajiado County will receive hygiene kits and attend Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) education sessions under a new initiative in Bisil.
By David Njaaga
2026-08-12 15:37:00
Tens of thousands of people have been displaced to higher ground, according to official data, yet many victims say the lakes keep following them.
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2026-08-12 14:40:57
Thousands of residents in Magadi, Kajiado are staring at an uncertain future after Mining ministry ordered the immediate suspension of operations at Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited.
By David Njaaga
2026-08-12 14:00:41
The war on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in the North Rift has received a big boost after a group of circumcisers from the Marakwet community discarded the retrogressive practice.
By Wycliff Kipsang
2026-08-12 11:50:38
Water companies have urged the government to stop charging them commercial electricity tariffs, saying the high cost of power is driving up the cost of providing essential water services to Kenyans.
By Nikko Tanui
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A flower farm worker in Naivasha died by suicide in what relatives suspect could be due to financial frustration.
By Antony Gitonga
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The officials have until September 16 to ensure the Sh83.86 million debt, including interest and costs, is settled to avoid facing the court over the alleged disobedience.
By Daniel Chege
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Youth in West Pokot County have called for involvement in economic initiatives, governance, and decision-making.
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2026-08-10 17:31:00
Organisers say the event also promotes teamwork, diversity, employee wellness and innovation while fostering stronger partnerships across the sector.
By Juliet Omelo
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Trans Nzoia County is grappling with an increase in sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) made worse by its location along the Kenya-Uganda border.
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2026-08-07 06:00:00
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By Daniel Chege
2026-08-06 14:41:18
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