Kisumu CECM Judith Oluoch Leads ‘Race to Net Zero’ with Mass Tree Planting Exercise

By Matilda Atieno The county Government commitment to environmental stewardship was on full display today as the CECM for Water, Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources, Ms Judith Oluoch, graced the “Race to Net Zero Climate Operations Event (COP 2)” at an event held at the Mary Okello Conservancy in Nyangeta earlier today. The event
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Stakeholders Unite to Fortify Water, Sanitation, and Climate Resilience

By Matilda Atieno A two-day meeting, organised by the County Department of Water, Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross and VEI-Dutch water operators, concluded with a renewed and strengthened commitment to the county’s water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) future. The gathering graced by the CECM for Water, Environment,
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KISUMU CHILD NUTRITION CHECK: Less Than 1 in 5 Children Meet Minimum Diet Standard

By Lorraine Anyango A major health assessment in Kisumu County has delivered a sobering snapshot of child welfare, revealing that fewer than one in five infants and young children (17.7%) are currently receiving a Minimum Acceptable Diet (MAD). The finding indicates a widespread failure to provide children aged 6–23 months with the necessary diversity of
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Seeding a Greener Future: Kisumu’s New Approach to Forest Conservation

By Matilda Atieno Kisumu, known for its vibrant lake and bustling urban life, is now turning its focus to its green heart. The Forestry Society of Kenya (FSK), a professional body of forestry experts, recently held a crucial event in the city, sparking a new conversation on sustainable forestry that goes beyond tree planting to
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Katito Community-Driven Cleanup Success on World Cleanup Day

By Matilda Atieno KATITO, NYAKACH SUBCOUNTY—Kisumu County successfully observed World Cleanup Day in Katito town, demonstrating that local action can drive global themes. The event, which was declared a resounding success, targeted the urgent issue of tackling textile and fashion waste, moving beyond general cleanup to promote specific environmental stewardship. The activity was spearheaded by
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Quenching a City’s Thirst: Kisumu’s Journey to 91% Water Coverage

By Matilda Atieno The County Government of Kisumu, under the leadership of Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, hosted a high-level delegation for a joint supervision mission and groundbreaking ceremony for a major water infrastructure project at Obulo in Kisumu East. Governor Nyong’o was joined by the French Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Arnaud Suquet, the Cabinet Secretary for
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Kisumu Charts Greener Path towards A Bold Waste-to-Wealth Policy

By Matilda Atieno A new chapter in Kisumu’s journey towards a cleaner, healthier urban environment is underway as the County Department of Water, Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources, led by the CEC Member, Madam Judith Oluoch, convened a sensitization workshop for County Assembly members on the Kisumu County Sustainable Waste Management (KSWM) Policy &
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World Breastfeeding Week celebrations at Nyang’ande

BY BENARD ONDARI Kisumu reflected the world Breastfeeding Week with celebrations themed “Prioritize Breastfeeding and Create Sustainable Support Systems,” with activities, teachings, and testimonies highlighting male involvement and community behaviour change as essential for sustainable breastfeeding support. The County Government of Kisumu, working alongside the Kenya Red Cross, UNICEF, the French Embassy in Kenya, KMET
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Ambassador Sebastian Groth Lauds Grassroots Resilience on FLLoCA Project Tour In Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno The County Department of Water, Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources hosted the Ambassador Sebastian Groth, the German envoy to Kenya who paid an official visit to Kisumu, flanked by Mr. Peter Odhengo, the National Coordinator for the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Program. The visit kicked off with a stakeholder meeting
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