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.
SportPesa Goal Rush Crowns 7th Millionaire
SportPesa crowns its seventh Goal Rush millionaire, with 27-year-old Njoro, Nakuru farmer Meshack Kiplangat walking away with a life-changing Ksh 10 million after correctly predicting the first goal-scoring team and exact goal time across three pre-selected matches on the free-to-play game. Kiplangat, a first-born son who grows potatoes and maize on his family’s farm in Njoro, moved back to Nakuru after a difficult stint in Nairobi that pushed him to return home and rebuild from scratch as a full-time farmer. A consistent gamer, he had previously tasted success with a Ksh 10,000 multibet win, but nothing prepared him for the […]
Violence halts Sharks-Mombasa United playoff after penalty drama
The FKF Premier League promotion/relegation playoff between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United ended in chaos on Tuesday after violent scenes at Ulinzi Sports Complex forced the match to be abandoned before the final whistle. The game had been building towards a tense finish, with Sharks having fought back from an early deficit to take a 2-1 lead before events in the second half brought the contest to a premature end. Mombasa United made the perfect start, taking the lead in the seventh minute when Christian Lubulu headed home from a corner kick delivery. Sharks responded by gradually taking control of […]
Sharks Face Must-Win Return Leg as Mombasa United Defend Lead – All Permutations
Kariobangi Sharks have 90 minutes to rescue their decade-long top-flight status when they face Mombasa United in the decisive second leg of the FKF Premier League promotion and relegation playoff this afternoon at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Kick-off is at 3pm, with Mombasa United holding a narrow advantage from last Thursday’s first leg at Mbaraki Sports Club. The aggregate winner will claim the final place in the 18-team 2026/27 FKF Premier League, while the loser will drop into the National Super League. The permutations are governed by the 2019 FKF Rules and Regulations, which provide for the promotion and relegation playoff […]
MAFA Academy, MCF Starlets Crowned Chapa Dimba Eastern Region Champions
MAFA Academy from Isiolo County and MCF Starlets of Machakos County emerged as the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Season Five Eastern Region champions after impressive victories in the regional finals at Moi Stadium, Embu, on Sunday. MAFA Academy delivered the biggest statement of the finals, overwhelming Meru-based Mikinduri Rick Star FC 8-0 to claim the boys’ title for the first time. Their emphatic victory capped a dominant weekend after they had earlier swept aside Mbuthani Secondary School from Makueni 6-1 in the semi-finals. Mikinduri Rick Star FC reached the final after edging Golden Football from Machakos 2-1 in their semi-final. In […]