World Talent Federation through its Vice President Dr. Peter Smith has this morning declared and confirmed Kisumu as the first African City to host the prestigious biennial World Talent Conference from 25th – 29th August 2025. This is the first time an intermediary city in Africa is going to host the global event since 1975.
In a momentous occasion for Kisumu County, the community proudly welcomed Jennifer Gates Nassar, a fourth-year medical student and eldest daughter of philanthropists Melinda French Gates and Bill Gates, to the vibrant city. As Ms. Gates Nassar stepped onto Kisumu’s soil, she was greeted with warm hospitality that showcased the rich cultural heritage of the
Kisumu’s dream to transform its informal settlement into modern residential areas is rapidly gaining traction following the commencement of construction works of the mega Kshs.1.4 billion infrastructural project. On 18th January 2024, Kisumu Governor H.E Prof Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o officially launched the construction of the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP 2) infrastructure projects in
By Lorraine Anyango. 500 retail shop owners in Kisumu County are set to benefit from a new initiative aimed at empowering them and bolstering the local economy. The ‘Smart Duka’ program, implemented in collaboration with Techno Serve and the Kisumu County government, will provide participating shopkeepers with essential skills and resources to grow their businesses.
by Lorraine Anyango . Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) recently hosted officials from the Commission for University Education (CUE) and the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (KMPDC) for a supportive supervision visit of Uzima University’s medical program. The CUE and KMPDC team, accompanied by the Uzima University Board of Management led
By Matilda Atieno The County Department of Education and Vocational Training together with African Women’s Development and Communications Network – FEMNET, held a two days engagement forum with the County assembly committee on Education to review the Kisumu County Vocational Education and Training 2024, with the Stakeholders’ discussions geared towards the regulatory framework for the
Nyakach Sub County in Kisumu has been known as a semi arid area with very little to write home about concerning farming. Today, Nyakach has taken a different paradigm shift and it’s re writing impactful stories as a potential food basket within Kisumu region. A delegation led by the CECM Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock and Fisheries
By Lorraine Anyango In a jubilant celebration marked by pomp, style, and a tangible sense of hope, Kisumu witnessed the unveiling of Marwa’s next chapter in health insurance. Led by Governor Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, the event saw the participation of county officials, partners, and hundreds of Kisumu residents, all beaming with anticipation for the
By Lorraine Anyango Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) and the counties of Kisumu and Siaya reaffirmed their commitment to working together to reduce child mortality during a recent visit by CHAMPS’ Principal Investigator and Executive Director, Cynthia Whitney. Data-Driven Solutions for Improved Outcomes: Dr. Whitney had the opportunity to meet with beneficiaries of
By Matilda Atieno The County Government in collaboration with Great Lakes University ( GLUK) and Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals, is proud to launch the new medicines production facility at a cost of Kshs. 1.6 billion. An MOU signed between the County Government of Kisumu, the GLUK and Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals, signifies the commitment towards the establishment
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