Counties Begin Consultative Forum on Model School Feeding Policy

By Yoga David. Photos by Calvin Randy Ogonji A three-day consultative meeting bringing together County Executives for Education has kicked off in Kisumu, with the goal of reviewing and refining Kenya’s proposed Model School Feeding Policy.  The meeting is being held at Acacia Hotel, convened by the Council of Governors (CoG), in partnership with Food
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Governor Nyong’o Flags off ECDE Foodstuff

By Agwanda Saye. Photos by Calvin Randy Ogonji Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o has flagged off consignment of Early Child Development Education foodstuff valued at kshs 25 million to feed nearly 50,000 learners in public centres . “This will be followed by the distribution of learning materials worth kshs 19 million to all our EC centres
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Restoring a Smile and Mobility Dignity to PWDs in Kisumu

The County Government of Kisumu in partnership with Hope Mobility Kenya have embarked on restoring dignity through distribution of mobility devices to persons with disability in Kisumu. Speaking today during the launch and distribution of the mobility devices at Mama Grace Onyango hall, Governor Nyong’o extended his heartfelt gratitude to Hope Mobility Kenya for the
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Kisumu Onboards 125 New County Staff

By Matilda Atieno 125 newly recruited County staff underwent a comprehensive induction program, aiming to integrate the employees into the public service culture and values that are set to help them acclimate to their new environment and understand their roles and responsibilities. The County Government welcomed 100 new ECDE Teachers and 25 Vocational Education Trainers,
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Garissa County Education Department Technical Team Benchmarks On Kisumu’s ECD and TVET System

By Matilda Atieno County Department of Education is currently hosting Garissa County assembly and Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) department on a visit for a four days benchmarking exercise aimed at providing firsthand insights into Kisumu County Successful Early Childhood Development management and best practices. The delegation included team from the County Assembly education committee
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Kisumu County Launches Nutrition Program for Flood-Affected Nyando.

by Ogega Ondari. The County Government of Kisumu has initiated a vital nutrition program aimed at supporting children and pregnant women in the Nyando region, recently impacted by severe flooding. Funded by the French Embassy through UNICEF with a contribution of about Sh. 11.4 million, the program will be implemented in partnership with the Kenya
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‘Kuwa Kocha’ in Kisumu.

By Lorraine Anyango. Thirty professionals from various child-serving departments in Kisumu County have completed a three-day training program, equipping them to promote nurturing care practices for young children. These newly minted “Kuwa Kocha” (Be a Coach) champions include nutritionists, nurses, clinical officers, counselors, social protection officers, community health assistants, children’s officers, NGO and faith-based organization
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Bold Step Towards Future for Children and Communities in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno Following the concerted effort to transform the Early Childhood Development Program presently in Kisumu and how to meet new demands for inclusivity, Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang’ Nyong’o has formally launched the new model ECD at Cannon Nyong’o in Seme Sub county. According to the CEC member for Education Mr. John Awiti, the
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Partnership Towards Inclusive Early Childhood Development for Kisumu

The County Department of Education is committed to upholding the transformative Early Childhood Development (ECD) with the intention of scaling-up high-quality Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs for Kisumu. In a remarkable collaboration with Play Action International, the County seeks to develop investment in ECD with a focus on curriculum development and capacity building of teachers.
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