Drones Deployed to Rescue West Kano Crops from Quelea Invasion

A high-tech aerial offensive has been launched over the West Kano Irrigation Scheme this week as the government moves to protect local rice farmers from a massive invasion of Quelea birds. The State Department of Agriculture has announced a strategic partnership to deploy drones to neutralize the threat. Moving away from traditional, slower methods, the
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The 100,000-Liter Promise Towards Safe Drinking Water for 282 Schools in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno In a transformative move for safe drinking water, the County Government has officially flagged off a consignment of 879 LifeStraw Community water purifiers earlier today. The initiative, led by the CECM for Education, Technical Training, Innovation, and Social Services, Hon. John Awiti, marks the launch of a robust campaign to eliminate waterborne
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KENYA QUALITY MODEL FOR HEALTH IS TIMELY, SAYS GOVERNOR NYONG’O

Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o has said that the Kenya Quality Model for Health Plus is timely as it strengthens the use of data ,digital tools,learning and accountability to a large extent in tandem with the County’s aspirations and fully aligned with the national health reforms and the Universal Health Coverage agenda. In a speech delivered
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Kisumu County Nutrition Scorecard 2026: A Summary of Findings

By Matilda Atieno The latest Multisectoral Nutrition (MSN) Scorecard for Kisumu County reveals a stark divide: public health services are hitting record highs, while agricultural and educational integration is still fighting for momentum. Supported by KMET and the Kenya Red Cross, the forum highlighted that while the county is great at “delivering,” it is still
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Remove All Unauthorized Temporary Structures Within Seven Days, Kisumu City Manager Orders

Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga has ordered voluntary removal of all unauthorized temporary structures particularly those interfering with sewer lines ,drainage systems and other public utilities. within Seven days. In an enforcement notice issued under Section 72 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act 2019,Wanga said the City has noted with concern the erection
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Governor NYONG’O TELLS LAKE VICTORIA WATER USERS TO INSTALL SAFETY APP

Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o has called on fishermen and Lake Victoria users to work closely with the Kenya Coast Guard Devices and install the “Usalama Baharini” mobile app which is their fastest lifeline whenever in distress within Lake Victoria. He said these during the official tour and assessment of the perfomance of Kenya Coast Guard
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EACC WANTS GOVERNOR NYONG’O’S CONTRIBUTION ON THEIR PUBLICATION

The Ethics And Anti- Corruption Commision has conveyed a formal request from the Commission’s Chief Executive Officer Abdi Ahmed Mohamud requesting for his contribution from Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o’s contribution for their upcoming publication “The Spear of Integrity”. This was conveyed to him by the EACC Western Kenya Regional Director Abraham Kemboi in the company
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NYONG’O COMMENDS CoG FOR STRENGTHENING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK

The Council of Governors has reviewed and strengthened the Performance Management Framework, resulting in the integrated Performance Management Framework, says Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o. Speaking during the County’s Performance Contract signing ceremony for the County Executive Committee Members and Chief Officers ,Nyong’o said that the approach deliberately links individual to departmental objectives and ultimately to
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Kisumu Solidifies Climate Resilience Path As Stakeholders Validate Critical Annual Action Report

By Matilda Atieno  The County Government has taken a decisive step towards cementing its climate resilience agenda, following a high-stakes validation meeting for the County Climate Change Action Plan Annual Report. The session, held on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Grace Onyango Social Hall, marked the final technical review before the comprehensive report is
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