Kisumu and Bungoma Forge Stronger Early Childhood Care Through Regional Peer Learning

By Matilda Ochich County officials, technical experts, and development partners from Kisumu and Bungoma gathered earlier this week in Kisumu for an intensive two-day peer learning exchange focused on advancing Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development. The 2day session was convened under the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) Smart Start Initiative and KMET. The workshop
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Kisumu County Donates Ksh 38 Million Equipment to Vocational Training Centers

By: Agwanda Saye The County Government of Kisumu has donated Ksh 38 million worth of equipment to Vocational Training Centres (VTCs) across the county, Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o has announced. Speaking during the flag-off of tools and equipment to 31 VTCs, Prof. Nyong’o stated that the Ksh 20 million dispatch was not a one-off gesture.
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A Bright Tomorrow for Kisumu Children as County Secures Ksh 10 million Child Nutrition Fund Partnership

By Matilda Ochich County leadership, development partners, and academic stakeholders gathered earlier today for a high-level breakfast briefing on the Child Nutrition Fund Program, held under the theme of strengthening investment and partnerships for child nutrition in Kisumu County. The early morning session marked a significant milestone in expanding access to essential health and nutrition
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Uniting Sector Strengths for Child Health as Kisumu Convenes Nurturing Care Forum

By Matilda Ochich The County Directorate of Early Childhood Development Education convened key county departments, national government bodies, and development partners for the quarterly Multisectoral Technical Working Group review meeting. Supported by KMET, the high-level gathering was graced by Chief Officer Mr. Bovince Ochieng, alongside Early Childhood Development Education Director Wilkister Oderah. The session brought
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Skilled for the Future: Kisumu Celebrates Historic Third Joint VTC Graduation

By Matilda Ochich The streets of Kisumu were filled with a vibrant sense of accomplishment as Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o led a grand procession of graduating students from 28 Vocational Training Centres. This colorful march served as a powerful prelude to the 3rd Joint Kisumu County Vocational Training Centres Graduation Ceremony held at the Rotary
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3,165 REASONS TO CELEBRATE KISUMU’S NEWEST SKILLED FORCE IS HERE!

By Matilda Ochich Today, the air at the Rotary Vocational Training Centre was filled with hope, pride, and the spirit of transformation. Kisumu is thrilled to celebrate the 3rd Joint County Vocational Training Centres (VTC) Graduation Ceremony, honoring the Class of 2024-2025. Led by H.E. Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, the day began with a grand
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Securing the Foundation of Our Children through Professional Care

By Matilda Atieno The County Government has taken a decisive step toward safeguarding its youngest citizens by hosting a comprehensive three-day sensitization workshop focused on the formal establishment and registration of childcare facilities in Kisumu. Organized by the Directorate of ECDE in partnership with the Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW), this intensive forum brought
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Empowering the Lakeside’s Youngest: Kisumu County and Partners Chart a Resilient Future for ECDE

BY Matilda Atieno  Under the cool canopy of the Acacia Hotel, a transformative dialogue for children of Kisumu unfolded earlier today. The County Government of Kisumu, in collaboration with ADS Nyanza, convened a high-level Early Childhood Education Committee (CECEC) Quarterly Review Meeting to address the critical gaps and emerging opportunities in the county early learning
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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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