Harnessing Climate Resilience through Infrastructure as County Government Hands Over Omayi Bridge and Kopondo Irrigation Sites

By Matilda Ochich In a major leap toward climate adaptation and rural empowerment, the County Government of Kisumu has officially commenced site handovers for infrastructure sub-projects funded under Phase II of the County Climate Resilience Investment Grant (CCRIGii) through the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program. Under the CCRIGii framework, the county government is required
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Kisumu County Partners with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung to Review Climate Commitments

By Matilda Ochich Key environmental and climate technical experts convened for a pivotal three-day technical review workshop organized by the Department of Water, Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources in partnership with the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung. The gathering marked a critical juncture in evaluating the environmental trajectory of the county, as participants engaged in rigorous discussions aimed
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Kisumu Celebrates Early Childhood Talent at Vibrant ECDE Festival

By Matilda Ochich The Mama Grace Onyango Social Center erupted in vibrant color, rhythm, and youthful energy as sixty-six schools gathered for the 2026 Early Childhood Development and Education creative activities festival. Focused on the theme of impacting early learning through play and creativity, the countywide event served as a powerful reminder that holistic child
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A New Era for Kisumu Agriculture as Pap Konam Joins Kenya School of Agriculture

By Agwanda Saye The County Government of Kisumu marked a pivotal moment in regional development by officially handing over the newly constructed Pap Konam Agricultural Training Centre to the National Government. Located in Pap Konam Village within West Seme Ward, the facility has officially become the tenth campus under the Kenya School of Agriculture. Speaking
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Skills in Action: Akado VTC Hosts a Spectacular Showcase of Youth Talent

By Matilda Atieno The air at Akado Vocational Training Center buzzed with electric energy as the institution transformed into a colorful theatre of brilliance for International Youth Skills Day 2026. It was a day characterized by vibrant displays, uniting young talents from public and private vocational training centers across the entire county. This remarkable gathering
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Building Inclusive Pathways Back to the Classroom at Akado VTC

By Matilda Ochich For many young single mothers, the path to completing an education is often interrupted by structural barriers, societal stigma, and financial constraints. To bridge this gap, a transformative two-day capacity-building workshop was recently held at the Akado Vocational Training Center (VTC) under the Tech for Single Mothers (Tech 4SM) initiative. The event
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Akado VTC Hosts Landmark Comundo Partnership Training to Launch Campus Enterprise Clubs

By Matilda Atieno In a direct move to tackle youth unemployment through practical skills development, the County Government of Kisumu has concluded an intensive 5-day Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on entrepreneurship. Running from June 22 to June 26, 2026, the high-profile training was hosted at Akado Vocational Training Center (VTC). The session brought together
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Kisumu Marches in Solidarity as Historic Campaign to Eliminate Sexual Violence in Conflict Reaches Climax

By Rae Burnet and Elijah Oluga A renewed wave of collective action swept through the streets of Kisumu as residents and human rights defenders joined hands for a major procession marking the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. The energetic march served as the grand finale of a comprehensive three-day campaign
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Transforming the County Workforce Through Robust Structural Policy Reforms

By Matilda Atieno In a definitive move to enhance institutional efficiency and modernize its human resource frameworks, the County Government of Kisumu has concluded a vital two-day validation workshop aimed at streamlining its public service operational guidelines. The intensive session focused on reviewing and refining the Draft Job Description Manual and the Draft Skills Policy.
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