The Uwezo Fund, in partnership with Githunguri Constituency Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba, yesterday disbursed Sh2.39 million to 18 beneficiary groups in Githunguri. Uwezo Fund is a flagship programme for Vision 2030 aimed at enabling women, youth and persons with disabilities to access finances to promote businesses and enterprises at the constituency level. Speaking at […]
Judiciary condemns withdrawal of Justice Lawrence Mugambi’s security detail by NPS
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has condemned the withdrawal of the security detail of Justice Lawrence Mugambi by the National Police Service (NPS). The JSC notes that this action is of grave concern and that it not only undermines judicial independence but also threatens the core principles of the rule of law and constitutionalism of […]
Wajir County prepares for major Pastoralist Leadership Summit
Wajir County is gearing up to host the Pastoralist Leadership Summit (PLS), slated for November 28th to 30th 2024. The summit is expected to attract over 450 delegates, including all 14 governors from the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) counties and county assembly leaders. The summit marks a pivotal moment for pastoralist communities, as leaders […]
ICCASA and CEMIRIDE to establish a continental Alliance of women with disabilities
The Inclusive Climate Change Adaptation for a Sustainable Africa (ICCASA) and the Centre for Minority Rights Development (CEMIRIDE) will on September 18 and 19 host a workshop in Nairobi to establish an Alliance of Women with Disabilities in Climate Change Action in Africa. The two-day workshop will bring together women with disabilities, policymakers, climate experts, […]
National IDs will be out in 10 days, PS Bitok
The Principal Secretary State in the Department for Immigration and Citizen Services Amb. Prof. Julius Bitok has revealed that going forward, national IDs will be out in 10 days and not 21 days as before. Bitok was speaking at Katoloni Scouts Centre in Machakos town on Monday during the International Identity Day where he encouraged […]
CJ Koome calls for Renewed Action to Create a Safe Work Environment for All
Chief Justice (CJ) Martha Koome has called for renewed collective action to achieve a work environment that is free from violence and harassment. The CJ acknowledged that this responsibility rests not with the courts alone, but also employers, trade unions, policy makers, and civil society, who must work together to forge partnerships, build stronger institutions […]