African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Taita Taveta County Commissioner Josphine Onunga has urged Taita Taveta leadership to unite towards the development of the region stressing that national government has committed its resources to improve the living standards. Speaking during Madaraka day celebration in Mwatate Sub- County , Taita Taveta , Onunga highlighted the importance of Madaraka Day as a reminder […]
Java House Africa has officially opened its doors in Voi, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of one of Kenya’s most beloved coffee house chains. The grand opening ceremony, held on May 31, 2024, was officiated by Deputy Governor of Taita Taveta Christine Kilalo, bringing together local officials, business leaders, and residents. The event […]
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the buzz of excitement as Java House, Kenya’s beloved coffeehouse chain, opened its latest branch in Voi on Wednesday. The new outlet, strategically located at Caltex in Voi town, marks the seventh Java House Express branch in the coastal region, showcasing the company’s ambitious expansion beyond Nairobi. […]
In a groundbreaking move aimed at bolstering its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable tourism, the cabinet secretary Tourism and Wildlife Dr Alfred Mutua has announced an ambitious plan to ensure that every tourist visiting the country plants a tree. This initiative, dubbed “One Tree per Tourist,” marks a significant step forward in the nation’s […]
The County Government of Taita Taveta in partnership with Micro Enterprise Support Program has hinted on plans to export 700MT of organic bananas to Denmark, a deal that makes Taita Taveta county the first in the country to export the organic produce. According to Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT), the joint project has identified […]
The Eastern Africa Power Pool’s Steering Committee and Council of Ministers led by cabinet secretary for Energy and Petroleum Davis Chirchir joined other member states and key partners like the World Bank, ADB, and USAID/Power Africa to actively foster regional cooperation in the energy sector. Speaking during the 18th Council of Ministers meeting in Nairobi […]
Police in Bungoma have launched investigations into a fire incident where the gate of Azimio Politician Zachariah Barasa was burnt to ashes.According to Martin Nyongesa, brother and aide to Barasa, the fire broke out in the wee hours of Sunday night after several shoot outs.The family says an urgent call was made to police with […]
Several people are feared to have died and scores of others seriously injured following a road accident involving a Matatu in Machakos. Yatta subcounty police commander Jane Makau said eight people died on the spot following the accident that occurred on the Katangi-Machakos-Kitui-Nairobi road, a few kilometres from River Athi bridge. Other independent sources told […]
Following the upsurge of gender based violence, teen pregnancies and HIV infections among women and teenagers in Western Kenya, Health cabinet secretary Susan Nakhumicha has urged residents and leaders to collaborate in ending the three threats to Reproductive Health. Speaking at Kiwanja wa ndege in Bungoma County, Nakhumicha said statistics are worrying despite the efforts […]
Opposition chief Raila Odinga’s African Union Commission chairperson’s bid is continuingly gaining traction among government officials with Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa rallying behind him. Speaking in Malindi town, Kilifi County, Ms Jumwa noted that Mr Odinga had demonstrated leadership traits in the past and contributed to the growth of […]
