Community Learning Hub: Meru County Library’s Role in Access to Education and Growth
By Brian Gitonga, DevReporter, Meru County
In Summary
Meru County Library charges Kshs 20 for daily access.
The Library mentors grade 5-7 students in writing, resulting in a short story collection publication.
The Library offers training programs, including graphic design, to promote youth self-reliance.
A recent African Population and Health Research Center study reveals that...
How the Hairdressing Business is Changing lives in Utawala
By Collins Ochieng, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlight
Hairdressing skills for Kenyan youth
Licensing for hairdressing business
Hairdressing as a contributor to Kenya’s Economy
Hairdressing as a way of earning a living
In every Kenyan county, there are different business activities, from the sale of electronic devices, household items and vegetables, to transport services. Hairdressing...
Breaking the Silence: Addressing the Teenage Pregnancy Crisis in Nakuru County
By Steve Khaemba, DevReporter, Nakuru County
Key Highlights
The need for immediate action to invest in young girls' lives, enabling them to pursue education
Distributing sanitary towels, offering educational bursaries, and addressing unsafe abortion issues
Offer psychological counselling, mentorship, and family therapy to support teenage mothers.
Deep within Nakuru County, a subtle yet potent problem...
Reimagining Kenya
Part 1 – Introductory Remarks by Paddy Onyango of KNIT, Oliver Waindi of uraia and Linda Bach of KEG. Session Steered by Rose Lukalo-Owino
Part 2 – The Keynote Address by Dr. Muchai Mwangola, Chairperson, Uraia
Part 3 – An Introduction to UTU by Awori Achoka, Knit Member
Part 4 – Remarks on Evictions by Josiah Omotto,...
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...
Findings of the Political Economy Analysis; a scientific study with empirical statistical evidence on Public Debt and its implications on the Sovereignty, Dignity and Wellbeing of the People of...
Public Debt in Kenya, the main Presentation by Ndiritu Muriithi and Kiama Kaara
Part 2 – The Plenary
Part 3 – The Plenary Continued
Part 4 – The Plenary Continued
Part 5 – The Plenary Continued
Part 6 – The Plenary Continued
About the Deliberations Programme
The “Deliberations” radio series arose from the realisation that a lot of...
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...
RBNews Episode 12
This is the news programme compiled by our DevReporters based in different counties across Kenya. Have a listen.