African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Taita Taveta, Kenya – Kenya has officially revived a historic railway line dating back over a century, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to modernize transport and strengthen regional trade links. In a landmark ceremony held at Taita Taveta University, President William Ruto presided over the groundbreaking of the rehabilitation of the Voi–Taveta […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Two multi-billion-dollar rail projects are quietly reshaping the future of Africa’s mineral wealth. One heads west to the Atlantic Ocean backed by the United States and Europe. The other stretches east to the Indian Ocean with strong Chinese support. At stake are vast reserves of copper, cobalt and other critical minerals needed […]
Mombasa, Kenya — A total of 5,880 young entrepreneurs from Mombasa, Kwale and Taita-Taveta counties are set to receive KSh147 million in business grants today under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, during a ceremony presided over by President William Ruto at the Jomo Kenyatta Showground, Mombasa. The beneficiaries have been selected from […]
Voi, Kenya — Taita Taveta County has taken a decisive step toward transforming its energy future with the official launch of the County Energy Plan, a comprehensive roadmap aimed at scaling up energy access, attracting investment, and positioning the county as a regional leader in sustainable power solutions. The landmark event, hosted at the scenic […]
Taita Taveta – Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has announced a major government initiative to equip Moi County Referral Hospital with modern medical infrastructure, including MRI machines, digital X-rays, dialysis units, and fully equipped theatres. Speaking during a tour of the facility, Hon. Duale said the upgrades are part of the revamped National Equipment […]
Celebrated Afro-pop star Nyota Ndogo has found herself at the center of a heated controversy after she publicly lashed out at Taita Taveta County’s water company (TAVEVO) over what she described as “total incompetence and daylight impunity”. In a fiery confrontation captured on video and now widely circulating on social media, the “Watu na Viatu” […]
Mwatate, Taita Taveta County – After years of enduring acute water shortages, the residents of Mwatate Ward are celebrating a major milestone following the official launch of the Josa Modambogho Water Project in the Landi Maili-Kumi area. The initiative marks a significant step forward in ensuring reliable access to clean water for over 500 households […]
Taita Taveta , Kenya – A bizarre scene unfolded at a recent press briefing where Taita Taveta County Health CECM, Mr.Gifton Mkaya engaged in a heated confrontation with Governor Andrew Mwadime over the county’s lack of regular health updates to the public. The altercation, which was captured on camera, ignited a wave of controversy. The […]
A somber atmosphere has descended upon Dr. Aggrey High School in Taita Taveta County, one of the region’s top institutions. In a shocking series of events over just three days, the school has been struck by fires, accidents, and tragedy, leaving students, parents, and staff grappling with immense loss and trauma. The school, located in […]
In a heartbreaking incident, four people, including three students from Dr. Aggrey Boys’ High School in Wundanyi, Taita Taveta County, have died following a bus accident. The crash occurred on the Wundanyi-Mwatate road, in the Josa area, after the minibus they were traveling in suffered a brake failure. The vehicle crashed at the notorious Josa […]
