The Forgotten Traders of Kware Market: Devolution’s Broken Promises in Ongata Rongai
By Vivien Njagi, DevReporter, Kajiado County
Key highlights
Kware, an open-air market, is devastating despite the guidelines of devolution towards the development of trading centres.
Politicians use the market as a campaigning strategy.
Promises of building the market date back as far as 5 years.
The economy is at stake due to unfavourable trading conditions.
In...
Food for Education: A Life Changing Programme for School Children in Nairobi’s Kibra
By John Mwilwatsi, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
The 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI) indicates that Kenya is experiencing a serious level of hunger.
Nairobi County’s Food-for-Education programme aims to support over 300,000 students in public schools.
There is a call for the programme to be implemented in private and informal schools in Kibra as...
How Culture is Influencing Fight Against Gender-Based Violence in Trans Nzoia County
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
In 2024, cases of femicide in Kenya saw a dramatic increase, with nearly 150 women killed between August and November.
Action groups and the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) are urging President William Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster.
In addition to economic challenges contributing to...
Caring For the Forgotten Workers: Donkey Welfare in Nakuru County
By Stephen Khaemba, DevReporter, Nakuru County.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS.
Donkeys often work long hours without adequate food, water, or medical attention.
Advocates stress the need for better policies to protect donkeys
A comprehensive approach to sustainable animal welfare and community resilience, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goals.
In the busy rural areas of Nakuru County, donkeys are...
Community Learning Hub: Meru County Library’s Role in Access to Education and Growth
By Brian Gitonga, DevReporter, Meru County
In Summary
Meru County Library charges Kshs 20 for daily access.
The Library mentors grade 5-7 students in writing, resulting in a short story collection publication.
The Library offers training programs, including graphic design, to promote youth self-reliance.
A recent African Population and Health Research Center study reveals that...
Ndaragwa’s Road Woes: Residents Share Struggles with Dilapidated Networks and Daily Frustrations.
By Wangeci Githinji, DevReporter, Nyandarua County
Lack of adequate and efficient road infrastructure is hindering economic development in Nyandarua County
Residents of Ndaragwa Constituency, Nyandarua County are facing challenges due to poor road network
There is need for better road connections with neighbouring counties such as Laikipia, Nakuru, and Kiambu, in order to boost...
The Gaps Between Kenya’s Public Transport Code of Conduct and its Real World Application in Nairobi County – Part 1
By Polly Gitau, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
Kenya’s public transport business has expanded rapidly, becoming one of the major contributors to the country’s economy.
Kenyan public transport sector has remained under the control of private investors, which has introduced numerous challenges for the Kenyan public.
The code of conduct also aims to establish guiding...
Bidding Farewell to Period Poverty in Kibera Slums
By John Mwilwatsi, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
Informal settlements in Nairobi are grappling with period poverty.
Men are beginning to champion menstrual health to help end period poverty.
The government needs to expedite creation of laws to ensure that girls and women can access sanitary pads, either for free or at affordable prices.
Many...