The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has announced plans to construct its headquarters at the Directorate of Veterinary Services, Kabete which will also host a Regional Reference Molecular Laboratory. The Authority’s acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Nehemia Ngetich said that the headquarters will also serve as demonstration field for approved genetically modified crops. “This is…
President William Ruto has announced plans to modernize the operations of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) as part of the government’s strategy to enhance national security. Speaking during the Kenya Navy 60th anniversary celebrations at the Mtongwe Navy Base in Mombasa, Ruto affirmed his administration’s readiness to allocate resources toward enhancing the armed forces’ capabilities….
Kenyatta, a former Harambee Stars shot-stopper, has explained why he is the best man to take over the coaching helm from the recently departed Engin Firat. Former Kakamega Homeboyz coach Kenneth Kenyatta has boldly declared his readiness to take over as the Harambee Stars head coach, following the resignation of Engin Firat earlier this week. …
Police came into the fixture on high momentum against a Gor Mahia side whose recent resurgence under interim coach Zedkiah ‘Zico’ Otieno had been halted and added to their misery. Kenya Police FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Gor Mahia in a fiercely contested FKF Premier League encounter at the Sportpesa Arena on Saturday….
As the country gears towards the commemoration of the International Day of Minority next week, the Yiaku community in Laikipia County have been assured of allocation of government opportunities through affirmative action. Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, speaking at Kurikuri, Laikipia North sub county said that Yiaku people would get equal share of employment in…
American sprinter and hurdler, Holloway, has not given a thought to breaking the world record but maintains that consistency will get him there. Paris Olympics 110m hurdles champion Grant Holloway has said as much as he would love to break the world record his compatriot Aries Merritt set back in 2012, that is not his…
The Government requires at least Sh10.3 billion to complete and operationalize the Kakamega Level 6 Hospital that would be used as a referral health facility in Western Region. At least Sh3 billion will be spent in completing the construction of the facility and Sh10 billion to equip and…
American sprint queen Gabby Thomas has explained how she is struggling to hit the heights in a different race but fans were quick to point out her recent advice to budding runners. Triple Olympics champion Gabby Thomas might be good at sprinting but she has also been trying out other races, it seems. Thomas is…
The Government has launched a five-day mass drug administration (MDA) campaign towards eliminating intestinal worms and bilharzia in Kakamega. Together with partners who include World Health Organization (WHO), Amref Health Africa, African Institute for Health and Development (AIHD), PATH and The END Fund, the government targets to reach at least 1.8 million people in the…
The reigning women’s 100m world champion has explained why she does not like to be coddled by her coach Dennis Mitchell. Sha’Carri Richardson, Olympic silver medalist and reigning world champion in the 100 meters, credits her resurgence and sustained success to the no-nonsense coaching style of Dennis Mitchell. The 24-year-old sprinter, known for her electrifying…
Government has been urged to degazette over 30,000 hectares of the indigenous Mukogodo forest reserve in Laikipia County to a community forest to facilitate conservation. Leaders led by Laikipia governor Joshua Irungu and Tourism Principal Secretary Silvia Museiya while speaking in Kurikuri comprehensive school in Laikipia North on Friday during a tree planting exercise said,…
For decades, Nyatiti ruled the entertainment scene among the Luo community. No ceremony, be it a wedding or a memorial celebration, was complete without either a Nyatiti or Ohangla (Orutu) player being invited to entertain assembled guests. But the advent of the guitar and other modern instruments have over the years relegated the hitherto adored…
National Registration Bureau workers sort out second generation and third generation Maisha identity cards at Huduma Centre in Kakamega on December 21, 2023. [File, Standard] Secondary school students who have attained the age of 18 will be issued with national identity cards and registered as voters while still in school. This is if a Bill…
Olympic champion Gabby Thomas’ recent attempt to run long distance did not go as planned. Olympic champion Gabby Thomas, renowned for her blistering speed in sprints, recently stepped out of her comfort zone to tackle a mile run. The result was humbling experience that has her fans buzzing. Thomas, who has previously expressed interest in…
Grant Fisher is seen by long-distance great Joshua Cheptegei as his successor in the 5,000m and 10000m events and the American runner has commented on the succession talk. Double Olympic bronze medalist Grant Fisher has opened up about the immense responsibility and honor of being hailed as a potential successor to Ugandan long-distance great Joshua…