Trucks On Your Way
By Philip Barasa, DevReporter, Busia County
The long queues being witnessed along the Kisumu-Busia Highway leading to the border is turning chaotic. According to Senator Hon. Moses Wetangula, the situation is becoming a real danger to the local residents. The queue in Busia stretches towards the direction of River Sio while another...
Elderly Residents From Maragua Venture Into Fish Farming
By Rebecca Wangari, DevReporter, Murang’a County
Key Highlights
Fish farming in Murang’a County
High cost of fish feed has been a major challenge to the farmers
The county assembly has approved a budgetary allocation to facilitate revamping of the venture
Faced with economic hardship and dwindling financial support, a group of elderly residents in Maragua,...
Suicide: Is it a social, health issue or criminal offence?
By Elizabeth Angira, DevReporter, Kisii County
Critical questions on the subject of suicide often arise. These questions revolve around how serious a problem suicide in Kenya is. Questions also arise as to whether suicide is a crime, a social problem or a health condition.
Statistics on suicide
“Every suicide is a tragedy that affects families, communities and...
Disability Is Not A Measure Of Leadership
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia
“We have a number of People With Disabilities (PWDs) who have shown interest in vying for Member of County Assembly (MCA) seats in wards within Kiminini constituency, Trans Nzoia County, like Waitaluk, Tuwan, Chepchoina Saboti and Sikhendu wards” Mr Ojiambo Opis, the chairman of PWDs in...
Independent Candidates Giving ‘Big’ Parties Sleepless Nights
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia
Independent candidates form the largest portion in the forthcoming elections. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) cleared 7,111 independent candidates to run for elective posts.
In a past interview, the Registrar of Political Parties, Anne Nderitu, had indicated that many independent candidates would be on the ballot for the...
Hunting Down the Killer Hyenas of Juja: The threat of abandoned quarries
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key takeaways
Juja Subcounty has seen a surge in hyena attacks, with at least eight fatalities this year, raising urgent public safety concerns.
Abandoned quarries are significant hiding spots for hyenas, increasing the risk of attacks and disrupting residents' daily lives.
The National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) is criticized...
How Organic Farming is Transforming Lives in Kajiado
By Amy Moyi, DevReporter, Kajiado County
Key Highlights
Farmers in Kajiado County are shifting from pesticides and synthetic fertilizers to organic farming methods.
Both farmers and consumers are benefiting from organic agriculture.
This transformation is driven by Community Sustainable Agriculture and Healthy Environment Programme (CSHEP) Kenya, which has trained over 4,500 farmers in the area.
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Challenges Women Candidates Face in Political Campaigns
By Emanuel Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
August 9, 2022 general election has attracted 1,962 female candidates who were cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
This is an increase by 722 women compared to the 2017 election where 1,240 women were in the race.
In our quest to understand the challenges encountered by...