Government plans to expand cash transfers to 2.5 million households
Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Alfred Mutua says cash transfers remains important but can not provide lasting protection on their own. “Cash transfer, however well targeted, protects a household only for as long as the transfer lasts,” he said, adding that sustainable livelihoods offered more durable protection against poverty and economic shocks. According to the Ministry, the government currently provides more than Sh3.5 billion monthly to vulnerable Kenyans through various social protection programmes. Inua Jamii beneficiaries have increased from 1.2 million to 1.7 million, with the government targeting 2.5 million households. The programme has also shifted from commercial […]
Youths urged to make informed decisions on reproductive health
Vihiga County marked World Contraceptive Day Saturday at the Vihiga Rural hospital with a bold call for youth empowerment to make informed choices. This year’s commemoration was held under the rallying call “My Contraception, My Choice, My Future.” Speaking during the event, Sabatia Sub County Hospital representative Caroline Muhani said access to accurate information enables residents to make informed decisions on their reproductive health, which has a long-term impact on future generations.
Women’s groups in Vihiga County have received Sh18.8 million from Uwezo Fund and Women Enterprise Fund (WEF), aimed at empowering them economically.
The women’s groups received Sh4.55 million from the Uwezo Fund and Sh14.25 million from WEF Friday during the launch of a nationwide sensitization drive on MSMEs presided over by the Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises CS Wycliffe Oparanya at Mbale Municipal grounds.
Truck Driver Wins KES 102 Million SportPesa Mega Jackpot
For nearly two decades, Peter Mwaniki’s working life has revolved around long hours behind the wheel of a truck, travelling across different routes to provide for his family. At 47, the father of four had grown accustomed to the demands of his profession. What he did not expect was that a Sunday football jackpot would change the course of his family’s future. Mwaniki has become the first person this year to win the SportPesa Mega Jackpot, taking home KES 102 million after correctly predicting the outcomes of all 15 matches in the 15/15 jackpot draw held last Sunday. In a […]
Truck Driver Wins KES 102 Million SportPesa Mega Jackpot
For nearly two decades, Peter Mwaniki’s working life has revolved around long hours behind the wheel of a truck, travelling across different routes to provide for his family. At 47, the father of four had grown accustomed to the demands of his profession. What he did not expect was that a Sunday football jackpot would change the course of his family’s future. Mwaniki has become the first person this year to win the SportPesa Mega Jackpot, taking home KES 102 million after correctly predicting the outcomes of all 15 matches in the 15/15 jackpot draw held last Sunday. In a […]
Junior Starlets’ Historic World Cup Run Ends After Japan Comeback
Kenya’s Junior Starlets have bowed out of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup following a 3-1 defeat to Japan in the Round of 16, bringing their historic campaign in Morocco to a close. The East Africans gave themselves hope of another upset after taking the lead against the 2014 champions, but Japan responded before the break and added two more goals in the second half to secure their place in the quarter-finals. Captain Bervalyne Awuor initiated Kenya’s breakthrough in the 30th minute with a long delivery that found Brenda Achieng. The forward controlled the ball before driving a low […]
CAF Restores Biennial AFCON Cycle Ahead of 2027 East Africa Showpiece
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has restored the traditional two-year Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) cycle, reversing plans to stage the continental showpiece every four years in a major shift ahead of the 2027 edition in East Africa. The decision was unanimously approved by the CAF Executive Committee on Thursday, October 29, 2026, ending months of uncertainty surrounding the future of the competition. The four-year proposal was announced by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe in December 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, following an Executive Committee meeting. It was part of a wider restructuring plan that included introducing an Africa Nations […]