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...
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...
Silent Sorrows: Kangai Village’s Unhealed Wounds
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
A notable shift in drinking habits has occurred following the tragic Kangai "massacre", with moderation becoming the new norm.
The profound and long-lasting effects of the tragedy on the affected families are heavily felt.
Months after the Kangai "massacre", where several people died because of consuming illicit brew,...
Femicide Crisis Threatens Gender Equality and Mainstreaming Efforts
By Kipkorir Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
Key Highlights
Femicide on the rise despite numerous anti-femicide campaigns.
Trans Nzoia joins the list of County governments with gender policies in place.
Policy to address harmful gender practices and facilitate inclusive development
Political goodwill needed to achieve gender equality.
27 January, 2024, thousands of Kenyan...
New Legislation Promises to Transform PWD Caregivers’ Narratives
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
Insight into caregiver challenges reveals the overlooked struggles they go through and the need for recognition.
The passage of the Persons With Disabilities Amendment Bill (Senate Bill No. 7 of 2023) suggests potential relief to caregivers.
Kenya has made positive strides towards inclusivity with renewed...
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...
Empowering Lives: Ability Beyond Disability through Assistive Devices
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
Ability beyond disability through issuing assistive devices to the elderly people with disabilities in Nyeri County.
Sustainability and innovation in addressing disability challenges.
Advocacy and community support for people with disabilities.
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities was celebrated on 3 December 2023. The...
Sustainability: Transforming Used Liquor Bottles into Stylish Décor
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
Upcycling as a solution to glass and plastic solid waste.
A need for material recovery centres and waste segregation for easier recycling.
Upcycling as a solution to glass and plastic solid waste.
A need for material recovery centres and waste segregation for easier recycling.
The widespread use of...
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