By: Emily Mikwa A five-day workshop today commenced at the Sunset Hotel in Kisumu from November 17th to 21st, equipping local delivery agents with skills to implement the ambitious four-year Changemaker Project. The goal was to enable them to effectively implement and monitor sustainable health modules and urban farming initiatives in schools and communities.The Changemaker
BY: Emily Mikwa A significant boost to poultry farming in Kisumu as 5,900 day-old improved Kienyeji/Kenbroo chicks were distributed to smallholder farmers in Kisumu County. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the State Department for Livestock and the County Government of Kisumu. The distribution, which saw farmer groups receive 150, 200, or 300 birds
BY: Agwanda Saye The 2025 Makerere Guild League Season 3 came to an end in Kisumu with 80th Makere Guild emerging overall winners  and  83rd Makerere being runners-up at Moi Stadium, Kisumu. Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o speaking while awarding the winners said that  the visit by the Makerere Guild League to Kisumu  is an important
By: Agwanda Saye The Makerere University Guild League team led by their Chairperson Katumba Salim and the 91st Guild President, Ssentamu Churchill James is in Kisumu County through the shared partnership, centered on sports, youth engagement and cultural exchange. Speaking while receiving the group in his office,Kisumu Governor Prof.Anyang’ Nyong’o said that together they were
By: Agwanda Saye Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting intellectual sports, such as chess. Speaking at the official opening of the 2025 Victoria East Africa Under 21 Chess Tournament in Kisumu, Nyong’o expressed pride in supporting such events. He promised to ensure the tournament’s annual
By: Agwanda Saye Med Aditus is partnering with the Kisumu County Government and the Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK) to establish a $40 million pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. This facility will produce subsidized, high-quality drugs for the Great Lakes Region and beyond. Located next to the Great Lakes University, the manufacturing facility aims for an
By Matilda Atieno The profound impact of grassroots entrepreneurship on child welfare took centre stage in Kisumu today as the Kidogo Annual Gala 2025 unfolded. The County Government joined partners and stakeholders to celebrate the achievements of nearly 2,000 Mamapreneurs and Papapreneurs whose small businesses are providing quality, affordable childcare for over 55,000 children across
By Matilda Atieno In a blend of cultural diplomacy and infrastructure development, the County Government of Kisumu and the City of Gersthofen, Germany, have formally signed a Partnership Agreement, setting a rigorous framework for the solarization and upscaling of the Chulaimbo Water Project. The agreement is more than just a document, it is a six-month
By: Emily Mikwa The fish landing sites at Ogal Beach and Asat Beach in Kisumu County have been officially handed over to the contractors, marking the imminent start of a major infrastructural upgrade. The handover ceremony allows the consultant to mobilize resources and kick-start projects aimed at commercializing fishing and enhancing livelihoods for the fisherfolk.
By: Agwanda Saye Kisumu County Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o met a team from the Privatization Commission, led by their Chairman, Dr. Edward N. Kobuthi. Governor Nyong’o stated that they had productive discussions on how Kisumu can unlock the value of public assets through their transparent and responsible privatisation. The core focus is to ensure that
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