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.
ANTI-COUNTERFEIT AUTHORITY, ON INTENSIFIED ENFORCEMENT AGAINST COUNTERFEIT ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AGRICULTURAL INPUTS AND SCHOOL STATIONERY
Counterfeit and illicit trade imposes a cost on our country that cannot be measured in money alone. It is borne by the farmer whose harvest fails because of counterfeit inputs, by the consumer exposed to dangerous alcohol, by the student relying on substandard learning materials and by families whose health is put at risk. The Authority’s recent operations show the scale of the counterfeit alcohol trade. Between 20 August and 3 September 2026, a multi-agency Rapid Results Initiative across high-risk areas of Nairobi reported 36 arrests and apprehensions, more than 5,555 suspected counterfeit bottles and approximately 39,580 litres of illicit […]
Junior Starlets Thrash Samoa to Secure Historic Last-16 Spot at FIFA U-17 World Cup
Kenya’s Junior Starlets have booked a place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after producing a commanding 4-0 victory over Samoa in their final Group E match in Morocco on Sunday. The emphatic win marked a historic achievement for the Kenyan team, who have progressed beyond the group stage for the first time in their two appearances at the global tournament. Mildred Cheche’s charges went into the encounter needing a strong response after losing their opening matches against China and the United States. They fell 3-0 to China before suffering a 6-1 defeat […]
FIFA U-15 World Cup: Emerging Stars Draw 2-2 With North Macedonia to Stay Unbeaten
Kenya’s Emerging Stars extended their unbeaten start at the inaugural FIFA U-15 Boys World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan after battling to a 2-2 draw against North Macedonia in their third match in Baku. The result followed a 6-2 victory over Malta in their opening fixture and a 5-1 triumph against Panama, giving Patrick Nyale’s side three positive results in their opening matches. Javan Ochieng gave Kenya the lead against North Macedonia before their opponents fought back to level the score and subsequently take a 2-1 advantage. However, the Emerging Stars refused to give up, with Bleza Barack scoring a […]
Gor Mahia maintain perfect start of the season with a victory over Visiting Bandari .
Gor Mahia maintained their perfect start to the 2026/27 SportPesa League season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Bandari FC at Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday, overcoming late kickoff confusion to register their third consecutive win. The match, initially scheduled for 4:15 pm, had been moved to a 7:00 pm kickoff following a fan poll. However, Sports Kenya declined to approve the proposed floodlit fixture, forcing a last-minute change back to 4:15 pm today. The uncertainty did little to deter the record league champions, who continued their early pursuit of a successful title defence. Alpha Onyango once again proved decisive, […]