Rural Communities Enjoy Fruits of the Shamba System
By Emanuel Kipkorir Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
Key highlights
Shamba system introduced by colonial government
It aims to afforest degraded plantations
One has to be a member of CFA to be allocated a forest plot
It is not applicable in indigenous forests
It is implemented by the Kenya Forest...
RBNews Episode 11
This is the news programme compiled by our DevReporters based in different counties across Kenya. Have a listen.
RBNews Episode 10
This is the news programme compiled by our DevReporters based in different counties across Kenya. Have a listen.
Agriculture in Trans Nzoia in Limbo, as Youth Opt for Jua kali Sector
By Sefu Sabila, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia
Key Highlights
There is a threat to the agricultural sector in Trans Nzoia, as youth are moving to the Jua Kali sector
According to the youth, lack of opportunities and jobs is among the challenges leading to their mass movement from Agriculture
This move threatens the sector
Agronomist...
2nd Annual Media-CSO Conference –Theme: Safeguarding Freedoms in the Digital Age; Protecting Voices, Advancing Technology and Ensuring Access
Part 1 – Opening Ceremony
Part 2 - Keynote Address by H.E Henrietta Geiger,
EU Ambassador to Kenya
Part 3 – Opening Remarks by Davis Malombe,
Chairperson, CFF Board
Part 4 – Opening Remarks by Hardson Matara,
Chairperson, KCA
Part 5 – Mzalendo Performance
Part 6 – Opening Remarks by Churchill Otieno
Part 7 – Opening Remarks by...
Bag of Change: Creating Employment Opportunities through Khaki Bags
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
Khaki packaging is helping address Kenya’s unemployment challenge.
The khaki packaging business empowers persons with disabilities (PWDs), ex-prisoners, and residents of recovery centres by equipping them with essential skills.
Waste materials are repurposed into charcoal briquettes, promoting environmental conservation and zero-wastage.
Despite their talents, academic qualifications, and determination,...
How Paralympics Inspire Local Para Volleyball in Kenya
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nakuru County
Key Highlights
The 2024 Paris Paralympics have inspired local para-athletes in Kenya, fueling their aspirations to represent the country on the global stage.
Para-athletes face significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure.
The tournament served as a powerful platform for advocacy, allowing para-athletes to raise awareness and challenge societal stereotypes about...
Rig or Be Rigged?: A Book Written by Hon. Millie Odhiambo, the Member of Parliament for Suba North, and Launched Together With the Millie Institute
Part 1 – Opening Remarks
Part 2 – A Performance by Iddi Achieng
Part 3 – Speeches by Hon Opiyo Wandayi and Hon Adan Duale
Part 4 – A Reading of an Excerpt From The Book
Part 5 – A Second Reading of an Excerpt From The Book
Part 6 – A Third...