Kisumu Conducts Verification of Public Primary Schools Assets
Friday, 11 October 2024
By Matilda Atieno The Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) is currently in Kisumu for a verification exercise of public primary schools, to ensure the preservation of the assets of the primary schools and ECDE facilities previously under the management of the Municipal Council of Kisumu. The exercise spearheaded by IGTRC alongside the County Committee members
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The Girls Summit 2024 in Kisumu
Friday, 11 October 2024
By Matilda Atieno After weeks of meticulous preparation, the 6th edition of the Girls Summit 2024 in Kisumu finally arrived. The Girls Summit hosted by the county government of Kisumu in collaboration with courageous organizations who work with underserved girls to strengthen their programs, learn practical ways to build girls’ power in their communities, and
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The City of Kisumu proudly hosted this yearโs Global Observance of World Habitat Day, emphasizing the critical role of youth in shaping the future of urban environments. Held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex, the event, under the theme “Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future,” gathered young leaders, urban planners, and key
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Morris Oyola Sees Hope in Free Eye Camp
Friday, 04 October 2024
A 57-year-old resident of Chiga village, Kisumu, Morris Oyola, is among hundreds who have benefited from a free eye camp organized by Kisumu county, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in partnership with Pankaj Social Services. His life was significantly impacted by a recent cataract that developed in his right eye, hindering his ability
Linet Auma Arigi Regains Sight After Decades of Struggle.
Friday, 04 October 2024
A 51-year-old resident of Seme, Linet Auma Arigi, has experienced a remarkable transformation after undergoing a successful cataract surgery at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). Ms. Auma’s battle with eyesight began in her childhood when her eyes would itch, water, and blur her vision, particularly in sunlight. This made it difficult for
THANK YOU JOOTRH.
Friday, 04 October 2024
By Sherine Atieno. Overwhelmed with gratitude, George William Otieno, a 67-year-old retired teacher from Seme, now sees a brighter future after months of struggle with cataract-related vision problems. Mr. Otieno is thrilled after undergoing a successful, swift and painless procedure to remove cataract in his left eye. Thanks to Pankaj Social Services in partnership with
JOOTRH Takes a Stand for Mental Health Awareness.
Friday, 04 October 2024
By Sherine Atieno In a proactive move towards promoting mental well-being, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has launched a comprehensive initiative to coincide with World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2024. To ensure early detection of mental health issues among its staff and the wider community, JOOTRH will administer a user-friendly
Kisumu County Pushes for Patient-Centered Care as Refferal Strategy Takes Shape.
Friday, 04 October 2024
By Sherine Atieno. Kisumu County is poised to launch a comprehensive referral strategy aimed at strengthening its healthcare system and improving patient outcomes. The draft strategy, currently in the final stages of validation, was a key focus of a recent meeting held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). Prioritizing Patients, Bolstering
Celebrating 30th Anniversary-KEFEADO
Monday, 30 September 2024
By Matilda Atieno The county government today joined the Kenya Female Advisory Organizationย (KEFEADO) to mark its 30th year of service to the community in a celebration held at the Kisumu Museum. Staff, residents, and guests commemorated this special occasion offering a chance to look back on three decades of success and forward toward the future.
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Nyalenda Young Turks Forum Seeks to Bridge the Gender Data and Finance Gap in Kisumu
Monday, 30 September 2024
By Matilda Atieno The CEC member for Sports, Culture, Gender and Youth Affairs Hon. Beatrice Odongo, alongside the County Commissioner Mr. Benson Leparmorijo, joined the forum convened by Nyalenda Young Turks to engage on the gender data and financing at a City hotel. The forum seeks to address the gap in gender data and financing
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