Kisumu Marches in Solidarity as Historic Campaign to Eliminate Sexual Violence in Conflict Reaches Climax

By Rae Burnet and Elijah Oluga A renewed wave of collective action swept through the streets of Kisumu as residents and human rights defenders joined hands for a major procession marking the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. The energetic march served as the grand finale of a comprehensive three-day campaign
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Governor Nyong’o Hosts Team from Kenya Film Commission.

By Agwanda Saye Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o today hosted a delegation from the Kenya Film Commission led by its Planning and Strategy Director Collins Okoth at his City Hall Office. “We discussed practical ways to grow Kisumu’s creative economy through better policies, skills development and empowering our young filmmakers, while positioning Kisumu as a
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CECM Beatrice Odongo Touts Agribusiness as Key to Youth Empowerment in West Seme

By Willys Juma CECM for Sports, Culture, Gender, and Youth Affairs, Hon. Beatrice Odongo, has strongly urged youth and women in West Seme to embrace agribusiness as the primary path to economic empowerment, declaring that self-employment opportunities far outweigh the search for formal employment. The CECM made the remarks on Tuesday during a visit to
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Governor Nyong’o Pledges Support as Misango Arts Ensemble Prepares for FESTAC

By Yoga David  An artistic moment filled the Governor’s Office at City Hall today as the Misango Arts Ensemble brought a slice of theatre to the heart of the County Government. Their powerful performance of an excerpt from Angola Venezalanos – Voyage left the room captivated and set the tone for a historic journey ahead.
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Governor Nyong’o Backs Plan to Upgrade Mama Grace Onyango Cultural Centre.

By Yoga David Photos by Omondi Lennox Governor Anyang Nyong’o has committed to promoting arts and culture in Kisumu, following a meeting with the board of management of Mama Grace Onyango Cultural Centre. The board led by Chairperson Prof. Humphrey Obara paid the governor a courtesy call to discuss key issues around the governance, autonomy,
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Kisuma Festival Wraps Up in Kisumu Central After Eight Days of Auditions in The Sub-Counties

By Matilda Atieno The second edition of the Kisuma Arts and Cultural Festival wrapped up successfully after the County Department of Sports, Culture, Gender and Youth Affairs held auditions in every Sub-County for the one-day showcase of the best cultural and contemporary performances from residents. Every year, Kisumu County plays host to the Kisuma Arts
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The 96th Edition of the Kenya Music and Cultural Festival

By Matilda Atieno Kisumu County participated in the 96th edition of the annual Kenya Music and Cultural Festival at Wote Technical Training Institute in Makueni County. The festival was organized by the Ministry of Gender, Culture, the Arts, and Heritage in collaboration with the Makueni County Government with the theme “Our Culture: Towards National Cohesion,
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Kisumu Launches the 16 Days of Gender Activism 2023

By Matilda Atieno Kisumu County today launched the 16 days of gender Activism at Kolunga primary school in Nyando Sub-county under the theme “Unite: Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls” The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for
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The 96th Kisumu Music ,Art and Cultural Festival

By Sandra Atieno The vibrant city of Kisumu, recently hosted a sensational celebration of art, culture, and music. This event, the 96th edition of the Kisumu Music, Art, and Culture Festivals, was a testament to the city’s rich tapestry of traditions, talent, and diversity. Taking center stage at the Mama Grace Onyango social hall, this
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