African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Taita Taveta – Wundanyi Constituency is witnessing a significant transformation in its education sector, as the area Member of Parliament, Danson Mwashako, continues to champion better learning conditions for the youth. On January 24, 2025, Mwashako, alongside Education Cabinet Secretary Dr. Julius Ogamba, officially opened two newly-constructed schools featuring 16 state-of-the-art classrooms in Wumingu Kishushe […]
Monday, 27th, Nairobi – In a powerful show of solidarity, Taita Taveta leaders, spearheaded by Wundanyi Member of Parliament (MP) Danson Mwashako, have raised their voices over the persistent challenges facing teachers in the region. This comes following numerous complaints from educators who continue to work under harsh conditions that remain largely unaddressed by the […]
SATURDAY , 25TH, WUNDANYI – The double burden of malnutrition weighs heavily on Kenya’s school-age children and adolescents, who make up a significant portion of the population at 36%. The World Health Organization advocates for food systems that prioritize healthy, sustainable diets to address the burden of malnutrition . In line with World Food Programme […]
For Decades Taita Taveta locals have hopelessly been living under the cloud of poverty and unforgiving climate that has never appreciated their agricultural efforts . Being one of the counties playing a big role in boosting the economy of the country , her diverse availability of precious colored stones and industrial minerals has caught the […]
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kenya’s six Regional Economic Blocs to enhance collaboration between the public and private sectors. The agreement, unveiled at the 6th Jumuiya Agribusiness and Blue Economy Investment Conference (JABEIC) in Voi, Taita Taveta County, marks a critical step in unlocking Kenya’s […]
In a landmark step towards industrialization, Taita Taveta County is set to host the region’s first steel manufacturing plant. The upcoming groundbreaking ceremony for the Devki Steel Mills, slated for December 3, 2024, will be officiated by His Excellency President William Samoei Ruto. A pre-visit to the site, led by Cabinet Secretary for Investment, Trade, […]
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has approved the prosecution of four senior officials from Taita Taveta County on corruption charges. In a statement on Wednesday, October 23, the ODPP submitted that Economic Advisor to the Governor Thomas Nyambu, former County Secretary Liverson Mgendi, former Chief Officer of Finance Christine Mwakera, and […]
Thousands of residents from across the county have today turned up for free medical camp conducted in collaboration with the M-Pesa Foundation (Zuri Health). As the county continue to strengthen partnership to create awareness and improve cancer screening, hundreds benefited from screen for cervical, breast, prostate, and colon cancers. In addition, residents accessed specialized services […]
On October 10th, 2024, the rich heritage of Taita Taveta County was on full display at the highly anticipated Dawida, Pare, Taveta (DAPATA) festival, held in the vibrant town of Taveta. The event brought together leaders, community members, and cultural enthusiasts to celebrate the customs, traditions, and history of the Dawida, Pare, and Taveta communities, […]
Dreams of what was anticipated to be the First-Ever County Green Space at the heart of Voi has perhaps temporarily been put on hold as a complaint law suit has been launched against the project. On 4th August 2024 Taita Taveta County Government through governor Andrew Mwadime , Kariako Central Residents Self help Group in […]
