Kisumu County to roll out “Kuwa Kocha” Campaign to Champion Early Childhood Development.

By Lorraine Anyango. Multi-sectoral frontline service providers in Kisumu County are discussing the current state of nurturing care for young children, paving the way for the launch of a crucial campaign dubbed “Kuwa Kocha,” meaning “Be a Coach.” This initiative aims to raise awareness among residents about the critical importance of investing in the well-being
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18 years of pain ended.

story by Sherine Atieno and photo by Ogega Ondari. Eunice Adhiambo, a 49-year-old resident of Nyahera, Kisumu, is overwhelmed with gratitude after undergoing a life-changing neurosurgical procedure. After enduring 18 years of debilitating pain, Ms. Adhiambo has undergone successful spinal surgery at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). “I had lost hope, “I
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JOOTRH Boosts Healthcare with New A&E, Dialysis Machines, and Ambitious Strategy.

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has significantly upgraded its services with the launch of a new Accident and Emergency Unit, advanced dialysis machines, and a comprehensive five-year strategic plan. Kisumu County Deputy Governor Dr. Mathews Owili presided over the triple launch, marking a major step towards establishing JOOTRH as a leading
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Hope for Hope: Five-Year-Old Awaits Life-Changing Surgery.

Baby Hope, a jovial five-year-old with a bright smile, is among three children currently admitted to Ward 9 at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), awaiting a life-changing neurosurgical procedure during the ongoing Neuro Camp. Her mother, Ms. Judith Adhiambo, clings to hope as she prays for a successful surgery that will finally
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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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February 2025 Neuro Camp.

The Kisumu Neuro Science Initiative and JOOTRH are teaming up to bring you a life-changing Neuro Camp! World-renowned neurology specialists will be joining forces with the JOOTRH team to offer specialized services for brain and spine conditions. This is an incredible opportunity for those in need of surgeries to receive expert care right here in
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FLLoCA Partnership Bolsters Adaptation and Mitigation measures with the Commissioning of Kisumu Green Resource Center

By Matilda Atieno In a significant advancement for Kisumu Climate resilient investment, the research center located at the Railways ward in Kisumu Central was officially commissioned earlier today. The resource center is projected at a cost of Kshs.120M upon its completion with its initial and ongoing phase being implemented at a cost of Kshs. 40M.
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Handing Over Ceremony of a Special Project to Enhance the Drainage System of Ahero Town

  The Handing Over Ceremony of the construction of Ahero drainage project funded by the Financing Locally –Led Climate Action(FLLoCA), a world bank program set to enhance sewerage system in Ahero Town was held on the 8th of January at the Ahero Townhall. The ceremony was convened by the County climate change directorate led by
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