Fertilizer Subsidy and Food Security
By Emanuel Kipkorir Tarus, DevReporter, Trans Nzoia County
When he assumed office on 13 September 2022, President William Ruto immediately did away with the previous government’s subsidy programme on basic essential commodities, saying that it was not sustainable.
Instead, Ruto’s administration resorted to subsidising production where over four million farmers were registered across...
Failed Projects in Kilifi Leave Residents in Dire Straits as Water Crisis Persists Despite Spending Billions
By Mahmood Mwanduka, DevReporter, Kilifi County.
In summary
The residents want the county to complete delayed water projects.
They want workable alternatives, as rain is no longer dependable.
Water crisis has hit hard on those living in the rural areas.
The pain behind water shortage amidst economic challenges
Having adequate water supply for the...
Early Marriages Continue to be a Problem in Mombasa
By Esther Nzuma, DevReporter, Mombasa County.
Early marriage is a marriage between a boy and a girl, both of who have not attained the age of 18 years and are therefore deemed unable to make life-changing decisions on their own. In Kenya, 18 years is considered as the appropriate age for a...
Reformed Juvenile Gangs Call for Community Acceptance
By Sophia Abdhi, DevReporter, Mombasa County
Mombasa is one of the old cities in Kenya and for centuries it has been known for being a peaceful and harmonious town with safe streets to stroll along at daytime, in the evening and even in the hours of the night.
This has been the reality...
From Garbage to Cabbage
By Shani Fakii, DevReporter, Mombasa County
Challenges of solid waste in Mombasa CountySolid waste in Mombasa has become a major challenge, posing grave danger to the lives of many especially during rainy seasons when diseases like malaria, typhoid and cholera become rampant.For 50 years, the waste ultimately ended up in kibarani...
How To Appreciate People With Disabilities
By Teryani Mwadzaya, DevReporter, Kwale County
Summary
Residents should strive to be ambassadors of people abled differently to echo their rights in parliament.
Disabled people have talents that people should be proud to show.
Disability rights need to be observed according to the Constitution of Kenya.
Many Kenyans neglect People with Disabilities (PWDs)...
How Safe are Women With Disabilities During Elections?
By Grace Wamaitha, DevReporter, Nakuru County
As Kenyans prepare for the general elections in August 2022, it is necessary to consider that women with disabilities are more vulnerable to political violence. Most reported cases of sexual offenses with respect to Kenya’s post-election violence during the disputed presidential election of 2007, are yet...
Our Stones Our Livelihood
By Joyce Tanui, DevReporter, Uasin Gishu County
Adequate, secure and stable livelihoods have become a major concern for both rural and urban dwellers. Due to high unemployment rates and adverse climate change, economic hardships and poor agricultural yields persists in these areas. This situation has compelled many people to device different survival...