Consultative Meeting for the Development of Kisumu ECD FRAMEWORK

ECD technical working group meeting on the development the framework at Jumuiah hotel (Picture by Matilda Atieno) By Matilda Atieno With the mission to improve early childhood development and education (ECDE), the county directorate of ECD convened a consultative workshop focusing on promoting a wider dialogue among practitioners. The meeting was jointly organized by the
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Kisumu Fights Malaria with Mass Distribution of Treated Mosquito Nets to 350 Thousand Residents

By Matilda AtienoOver the past decade, there has been strong progress globally against malaria in the country with increased efforts to prevent and treat malaria. In Kenya where malaria is endemic, government and development partners have stepped up efforts to increase people’s access to insecticide-treated mosquito nets, among other prevention measures. The counties highly affected
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Residents Mark International Women’s Day in Seme

First lady Dorothy Nyong’o join women and girls in dancing as members of the community celebrated women, equality and inclusion in honor of International Women’s Day ( Picture by Matilda Atieno) By Matilda Atieno On International Women’s Day, the County Government brought together Women across Kisumu with respect and admiration to celebrate the remarkable achievements
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Kisumu Law Courts Open Day

By Macrine Anyango Otieno March 7th, 2024 marked the Kisumu Law Courts Open Day at an event held at the Jaramongi Oginga Odinga Sports Centre in Kisumu. The event organized by the judiciary called for an interactive session that allowed the public access to educative information on legal rights and dispute resolution for the public.
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Stakeholder Engagement Forum on the Development of A Regulatory Framework for the VET Bill

By Matilda Atieno The County Department of Education and Vocational Training together with African Women’s Development and Communications Network – FEMNET, held a two days engagement forum with the County assembly committee on Education to review the Kisumu County Vocational Education and Training 2024, with the Stakeholders’ discussions geared towards the regulatory framework for the
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Kshs. 1.6 Billion Investment Towards Pharmaceutical Plant in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno The County Government in collaboration with Great Lakes University ( GLUK) and Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals, is proud to launch the new medicines production facility at a cost of Kshs. 1.6 billion. An MOU signed between the County Government of Kisumu, the GLUK and Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals, signifies the commitment towards the establishment
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The Land Clinics Exercise Kicks off in Kisumu

By Emily Mikwa Kisumu County through the support of the FAO – led Digital Land Governance Programme (DLGP) has embarked on conducting land sensitization sessions in Kisumu West, Kisumu East and Kisumu Central Sub Counties. The pilot exercise is geared towards promoting awareness on land Governance and administration, to educate communities on land rights, legal
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A Taste of Hope: Fishponds Telling Stories of School Meals in Kisumu County

By Emily Mikwa The Aquaculture Business Development Program today put a smile on the faces of pupils at Ragen AIC Primary and Junior Secondary School in Nyakach Central Ward as they had a special lunch comprising fish, vegetables and Ugali. The initiative of constructing fishponds and cone gardens in school yards is gradually changing the
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Marking World Wetlands Day in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno, Kisumu marks World Wetlands Day focusing on the theme “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing”. The theme emphasizes on interconnectedness between wetlands and various aspects of human wellbeing, including physical, mental and environmental health. The celebrations brought together schools and various environment and world life clubs, the County Department of Environment, and its stakeholders
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