African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
The Avocado Society of Kenya (ASK) has called on farmers nationwide to increase avocado planting in response to growing global demand, citing the ongoing heavy rains as an ideal window to expand production. [spacer height=”20px”] Speaking during a farmers’ engagement forum in Meru County, ASK Chief Executive Officer Ernest Muthomi encouraged growers to take advantage […]
MERU (Prime Africa ) – Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has ignited a storm of debate after declaring on her Facebook page that there is “no Happy Jamhuri Day” for Merians or Kenyans, arguing that the country has little to celebrate amid deep-rooted socio-economic challenges. [spacer height=”20px”] Speaking to Prime Africa News in a phone […]
Meru, Kenya — Stakeholders in Meru County have raised concern over an upsurge in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), urging swift and coordinated action as the festive season approaches. [spacer height=”20px”] Meru County Deputy Governor Linda Kiome called on men to take a frontline role in protecting families and rebuilding community responsibility. [spacer height=”20px”] “Men […]
Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital (MeTRH) has recorded a major breakthrough in specialized healthcare after successfully carrying out two complex pediatric surgical procedures — Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty (PsARP) and open pyeloplasty — at its modern KidsOR theatre. [spacer height=”20px”] The milestone comes as the hospital transitions from a Level 5 to a Level 6 facility, […]
MERU, Kenya — The government has announced a review of the current education funding model to ensure that no deserving learner is locked out of school due to financial constraints. [spacer height=”20px”] Speaking during the 6th graduation ceremony at Meru National Polytechnic, where more than 3,000 students graduated at various academic levels, Education Cabinet Secretary […]
MERU, Kenya — The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has introduced a new hybrid dairy cow developed by crossing the high-yielding Friesian breed with the hardy indigenous Sahiwal. The new breed is expected to produce more milk, offer improved quality and demonstrate stronger resistance to common livestock diseases — a breakthrough aimed at […]
MERU, Kenya — Deputy President Abraham Kithure Kindiki has ordered a heightened and sustained security operation in Meru North to eliminate resurging bandit groups responsible for a series of deadly attacks and livestock theft in the region. [spacer height=”20px”] Addressing residents at Limoro in Athwana Ward on Thursday, 4th December, Kindiki said he was deeply […]
