Mapping the Future: Kisumu County and APHRC Partner to Tackle Urban Deprivation Through GIS Innovation

By Matilda Atieno A week of intensive digital discovery has taken root in Kisumu, ushering in a new era of data-driven governance. In a high-impact collaboration, the County Government and the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) conducted a series of workshops and technical training sessions designed to redefine how the city addresses urban
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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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Guardians of the Shoreline: Seme Celebrates World Wetlands Day at Bao Beach

By Matilda Atieno Under the vast, rhythmic backdrop of Lake Victoria, the community of Seme Sub-county gathered today at Bao Beach to mark World Wetlands Day. Led by the Seme Deputy County Commissioner (DCC), the event was a vibrant display of grassroots environmentalism, merging policy with physical action to protect one of the region’s most
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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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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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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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CECM Odongo Receives National Accolades as County Support Nurtures Artistic Talent

By David Wadulo The spirit of Kisumu rich cultural heritage soared to new heights as the Story Makers Society (SMS) presented a dazzling collection of national trophies and awards to the CECM for Youths, Sports, Culture, and Gender, Hon. Beatrice Odongo, at her office.The prestigious accolades were earned at the just-concluded annual Kenya Music Festival
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