The government has promised to settle both medical and funeral expenses for the 21 pupils who perished in the Endarasha Academy fire tragedy last Thursday. Nyeri County Commissioner and Acting Central Region Commissioner Pius Murugu has said this will form part of the government’s efforts to assist the parents who lost their sons in the […]
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Govt projects assessment kicks off in Coast region
The National Government Coordination Secretariat (NGCS) has launched its Coast Region Field Verification Visits to assess the progress of various government-sponsored projects and ensure that the projects are being implemented effectively and in line with the government’s development agenda. Led by the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary (PCS), Joseph […]
Lugari residents urged to embrace sunflower farming
Residents of Lugari Sub County in Kakamega County have been encouraged to embrace sunflower farming to boost the government’s plans to promote locally produced edible oil and cut on imports. Lugari Deputy County Commissioner Simon Mutai and Chekalini Ward Agriculture Officer Linet Kiyari made the rallying call at Koromait in Chekalini location during a public […]
Organisations partner to train children on abuse prevention
Children’s rights lobby group Save the Children International has entered into a collaboration with teacher organisation, Beacon Teachers Africa to train children on abuse prevention skills and reporting. The move, according to NGO Project Coordinator Viellinah Gitau, was informed by the need to address gaps that exist in child abuse prevention, such as a lack […]
Governments Must Utilize Universal Social Protection to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts: ILO Report
Addis Ababa: Governments must do more to utilize universal social protection to adapt to and mitigate the impact of climate change and achieve a just transition, according to a new International Labour Organization (ILO) report. The organization disclosed its report entitled: ‘World Social Protection 2024-26: Universal social protection for climate action and a just transition.’ […]
Governments Must Utilize Universal Social Protection to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts: ILO Report
Addis Ababa: Governments must do more to utilize universal social protection to adapt to and mitigate the impact of climate change and achieve a just transition, according to a new International Labour Organization (ILO) report. The organization disclosed its report entitled: ‘World Social Protection 2024-26: Universal social protection for climate action and a just transition.’ […]