Agriculture in Trans Nzoia in Limbo, as Youth Opt for Jua kali Sector
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia
Key Highlights
There is a threat to the agricultural sector in Trans Nzoia, as youth are moving to the Jua Kali sector
According to the youth, lack of opportunities and jobs is among the challenges leading to their mass movement from Agriculture
This move threatens the sector
Agronomist...
Meru Residents’ Views on Governor Mwangaza’s Impeachment
By Gitonga Brian, DevReporter, Meru County
Key Highlights
Governor Kawira Mwangaza was impeached for the third time.
Meru County residents are protesting her return to office after she challenged her impeachment in court.
The case challenging her impeachment, mentioned on 25 September 2024, was postponed.
On August 21, 2024, the Senate upheld Governor Mwangaza’s impeachment under...
Implications of Finance Bill 2024 on Nyeri Residents
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
United for a purpose - The bill has united community members from the youth to retirees, all in opposition.
Strong perception of corruption and wastage in government with alleged budgeted corruption as a major concern.
The Finance Bill opened a pandora’s box, leading to increased scrutiny of...
Meru County: Rural Prosperity through Dairy Farming
Brian Gitonga, DevReporter, Meru County
Key Highlights
Ayrshire, Jersey and Friesian are the main dairy cow breeds in Meru.
Substandard commercial feeds are a challenge to dairy farmers in the area.
Agriculture is vital to Kenya’s economy because it comprises about 33% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
According to the current Kenya Dairy Board (KDB)...
Fake Fertilizer threatens Government’s Efforts to Ensure Food Security
By Emanuel Kipkorir Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
Agricultural transformation and inclusive growth are one of the twelve elements of the Kenya Kwanza Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. Fertilizer subsidy is one of the ways the government is using to achieve transformation in the agricultural sector.
In 2023, the country harvested approximately 61 million bags, up from...
Battling Mental Health Issues in Gusii
By Elizabeth Angira, Devreporter, Kisii County
Battling Mental Health issues in Gusii
Robinson Omwenga, from Metamaywa, Nyamira County, started feeling unwell in 2000. Although in public he appeared well with a smile on his face, he was silently battling mental health...
Fertilizer Subsidy and Food Security
By Emanuel Kipkorir Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
When he assumed office on 13 September 2022, President William Ruto immediately did away with the previous government’s subsidy programme on basic essential commodities, saying that it was not sustainable.
Instead, Ruto’s administration resorted to subsidising production where over four million farmers were registered across...
Youth Embrace Peace and Inclusion in Government as a motivation for Mature Politics
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
Youth in Kenya are currently at the centre of politicians’ attention, as they present opportunities for more votes in their ballot boxes. The country's largest population are the youth. This age group is however known for low turn out during polling day.
During the mass registration of new voters,...
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