Governor Barasa announces resumption of bursary programme

Kakamega Governor, Fernandes Barasa, has said that his administration will resume the distribution of bursaries to underprivileged students despite the financial constraints facing the County Government. Addressing a congregation at Eshisiru Catholic Church, he outlined that the bursary distribution exercise will commence on Tuesday and continue up to Friday next week. The Governor, however, expressed […]

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State launches strategy against violent extremism

The Government has adopted a new comprehensive national strategy against violent extremism and terrorism. Through the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), the government is reviewing the national strategy in order to address new and emerging trends in the digital space and the changing population demographics. An official from NCTC  Gatama Ndiritu, while speaking during the […]

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Ajira Digital platform empowers youth in Butere Sub-County

Over 30 youth in Butere Sub County have joined the Ajira digital platform to be empowered on ways to access online jobs. According to the trainer Kevin Omusi, the platform empowers and offers the youth digital opportunities across the Country. He said the project launched in 2020 has improved the livelihoods of the youth who […]

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Eregi TTC to become a fully-fledged University

Kakamega County Governor Fernandes Barasa has promised to fast-track the upgrade of Eregi Teachers Training College (ETTC) into a fully-fledged University. Barasa said, the County is working closely with the National Government to achieve the dream in a bid to offer several courses to the students in the region and other nearest Counties. “This is […]

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Youth asked to tone down violent protests

Lurambi Member of Parliament Titus Khamala has castigated the youth for engaging in violent protests, looting and destruction of properties in the name of expressing their displeasure with the government and leaders. The MP said, from the protests, legislators have already learnt, self-reflected and humbled themselves and asked the youth to now retreat and embark […]

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