By: Agwanda Saye Kisumu Governor, Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o held a meeting with the implementation team from the World Bank and Agence Française de Développement (AfD) mission, who are in the county to appraise ongoing works and check on social and health safeguard issues related to the project. “The mission team is part of the Kenya
By Agwanda Saye Kisumu County Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o has convened an inter-agency security meeting to address rising insecurity within the county. The meeting, which included the National County Security team, Sub-County Administrators, and the City of Kisumu officials, aimed to find solutions to a range of issues, including the increased sale of illicit brews,
By John Willis Juma Pambazuko la Wanawake Magharibi, an organization dedicated to women’s rights, hosted a forum at the Good Samaritan Hall in Nyalenda, focusing on seeking justice for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). Led by its CEO, Ms. Eveline Khaemba, the organization aims to create a just, dignified, and safe environment for women and
By Matilda Atieno KATITO, NYAKACH SUBCOUNTY—Kisumu County successfully observed World Cleanup Day in Katito town, demonstrating that local action can drive global themes. The event, which was declared a resounding success, targeted the urgent issue of tackling textile and fashion waste, moving beyond general cleanup to promote specific environmental stewardship. The activity was spearheaded by
Ten-year-old Breetaliza Amanda, a student at Kisumu Junior and Senior School received recognition from the CECM for Sports, Hon. Beatrice Odongo, during a courtesy call earlier today following her recent national victory. Amanda was crowned the champion in the Kenya Youth and Cadets National Chess Championship, an achievement that has earned her the prestigious honor
The County Government of Kisumu has partnered with Investing in Children and their Societies (ICS) and Ericks on a mentorship program to promote skilled parenting and end violence against children. This initiative focuses on economic empowerment and agribusiness to boost household income and food security, creating a sustainable foundation for the well-being of children and
The President’s Award Kenya team, led by Mr. Kipyegon Serem, the Program and Project Coordination Officer for Western Kenya, today held a courtesy meeting with Hon. Beatrice Odongo, the County Executive Committee Member for Sports, Culture, Gender, and Youth Affairs. The purpose of the meeting was to explore a partnership aimed at providing non-formal education
The African Smart Cities Alliance (ASCA) under the auspices of the Works Smart Cities Forum (WSCF) successfully hosted the Inaugural ASCA Summit in Kisumu from September 11-13 ,2025. The landmark gathering brought together city leaders, government officials ,international partners and private sector representatives to chart a transformative path for Africa’s Smart City Development. Jaewon Peter
By: Emily Mikwa The stakeholders met to validate the primary respondents and stakeholders findings on integrating vital nutrition criteria into wholesale market investments at the Pinecone Hotel in Kisumu on Friday. The exercise brought on board stakeholders from County departments of Trade and markets, Revenue collection, Treasury, national planning, city management that is critical since
By: Agwanda Saye The County Government of Kisumu, through the City of Kisumu under the leadership of the City Manager, Abala Wanga and M-taka Chief Executive Officer Benson Abila ,has signed a landmark Framework of Cooperation with M-taka Waste Solutions Ltd to advance tech-enabled and sustainable waste management in Kisumu City during . The signing
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