The County Diary

  Here is the link to the song that predicted Gov. MALOMBE'S win https://youtu.be/qaEvZPi39ZA

BY MAXIMILA WAFULA   The Sudanese Embassy in Nairobi today, December 20, held a workshop with various business sector players ahead of the International Fair of Khartoum 2023.   The workshop brought together 21 Kenyan industry players drawn from various companies, various ministry departments and banks to discuss investment opportunities and areas of cooperation.   Kamal Gabara - Sudanese Ambassador To Kenya/PHOTO/COURTESY Sudanese ambassador to Kenya Kamal Gubara praised the improving relations between Kenya and Sudan pointing out that the trade between the two countries is on an upward trajectory.  Kenya Wildlife Services, Lamu County Government and Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry were among those in attendance.   The meeting organised by the embassy showcased opportunities in tourism, agriculture and banking service among others that provide huge opportunities for Kenyan investors.  “Tourism is one of the sectors which we b...

By PATRICK KIMANZI Kenyan leading Gospel star Caxton Mutambuki has released his latest gospel track "Crossing Over" and the track has quickly taken over the worship scene, The COUNTY DIARY reports. The song is currently trending on several YouTube channels and is likely to top gospel charts across the FM radio stations and TV channels. "I am elated. We have just released the song and I can't believe that we are instantly trending. I can only thank God and my fans for this auspicious moment" said Caxton  Here is the YouTube link; https://youtu.be/5gQxo78r0e0

COUNTY PROFILE: Meet ONESMUS MUNYITHYA,  A Kenyan Peace Ambassador in South Sudan

 By MAXIMILA WAFULA Nairobi leading retailer Naivas  Supermarket  is scheduled to open 3 branches in a span of one week ahead of the Kenyan Christmas festivities which are typically kicked off by Jamhuri Day. This development will bring the retailers’ store tally to 91. These store openings come as the 12th edition of Kikwetu, Naivas annual festive season campaign is transitioning into more festive gear. This year the campaign is dubbed Team  Naivas and for the first phase, it delivered, Kikombe Kikwetu and as from the Jamhuri weekend it’s presenting Krisii Kikwetu and this is a great opportunity to welcome the new communities into the festivities. The Naivas Christmas kikapu carries Naivas Foodmarket Ojijo at Boardwalk Mall located in Parklands along Ojijo Road which opens its doors to the public on 9th December 2022. The store is of the elevated foodmarket concept and beautifully compliments the very exquisite new mall. The next goody in the Naivas Christmas kikapu...

By MAXIMILA WAFULA The African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council (AU ECOSOCC) has today held its fourth Permanent General Assembly (PGA) in Nairobi, Kenya. The General Assembly is to be attended by  delegates representing Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) from across member states of the AU. The main purpose of the meeting is to usher in a new GA since the 3rd one in 2018.Since the establishment of the Secretariat, ECOSOCC has produced series of policy related documents, including an array of policy opinions and two policy booklets; and civil society toolkits to build the capacity of CSOs to operate effectively as strategic partners of the AU. Speaking during the event, Mr. William Carew, Head of Secretariat, AU ECOSOCC said that ECOSOCC has bolstered the ability of African CSOs to play an active role in charting the future of by giving them a platform to formally contribute to the principles, policies & programs of the AU. “Be it conflict resolution, or matters of g...

By PATRICK KIMANZI/COUNTY DIARY New popular Mui Ward aspiring MCA for 2027 Hon Simon Munyoki has promised to will tackle water and education in his Manifesto,  The COUNTY DIARY reported. "The current and former regimes have failed terribly in tackling the perennial water problems plaguing my Ward. As we speak,  over 2000 households in Mui Ward do not have access to clean drinking water. More and more people in my ward are in acute need of food, and even more may lose their lives to hunger due to perennial water problems. My priority will be tackling water and Education. Famine is looming in many parts of the Mwingi, and now is the time for all of us to translate our political commitments into concrete action" added Hon Simon Munyoki speaking to the Press.

 COUNTY PROFILE: 14 Quick Facts About Hon Simon Munyoki - Incoming Mui Ward MCA

By PATRICK KIMANZI / COUNTY DIARY Governance Expert Dr. Fred Ogola ,  today led other learned professional,  prof. Charles Oloo , Dr. Churchil Saoke , Amorell Juliana and Dr. Baba Zuri of  Kenya  University Students  Organization President and other Stakeholders during  the Launch of Nationwide Signature Collection for the proposed constitution of Kenya Amendment Bill , 2022 at the Bomas of Kenya . PHOTO/Dr. Fed Ogola Governance Expert This Bill is a culmination of nationwide consultations and deliberations through  forums as "Bunge LA Mwanachi "and town hall meetings with professional bodies , private sectors players , Civil Society and the Media . The discussions culminated into proposals for constitutional changes structure into the following thematic areas and spread across . The proposed changes span across the following key thematic areas , namely accountability, youth and persons living with disability , leadership and integrity , representation...

  By PATRICK KIMANZI & MAXIMILA WAFULA / THE COUNTY DIARY For 23 years, SBS Group has sustained it's premium production of non-corrosive ZINCALUME material, leak proof tanks whose internal PVC liner ensure no contamination of water/stored liquid as content is not in direct contact with tank walls and shells, it's engineers have said. Speaking during the Engineers caucus in Mombasa, Robert M. Tunje said; During the fete, the SBS Group stand stood out in popularity and was graced by non other the *Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Water Sanitation and Irrigation Hon. Alice Wahome.* MORE INFO; SBS GROUP is a renowned ISO 9001:2015 and ISO18001:2007 accredited company that was established in 1998 in Durban, South Africa. SBS Solutions East Africa Limited was registered in Kenya and situated in Nairobi, Kenya. Our company is proudly affiliated to various professional bodies and organizations. We are the preferred liquid storage solution provider in various sectors i.e. municipal, wa...

IEK OPENS ITS 29TH ANNUAL  INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION  CONFERENCE ON  "SUSTAINABLE ENGINEERING IN THE ERA OF CLIMATE CHANGE". By MAXIMILA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Water , Sanitation and Irrigation Hon. Alice Wahome today  joined the policy makers , practitioners , academia and stakeholders drawn from the engineering industry in the local and international arena in the opening of the 29th IEK. International Convention Conference in Diani Reef Beach hotel, kwale County .  She applauded the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) together with its  collaborating partner, the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) for making it possible to bring together key players and thought leaders in areas of engineering and engineering affiliates to discuss, deliberate, critique and exchange knowledge around the convention theme of “Sustainable Engineering in the Era of Climate Change”.  The Kenya Kwanza Government Plan is to bring down the c...

BY PATRICK KIMANZI & MAXIMILA WAFULA / COUNTY DIARY Former outspoken Kitui Woman Rep Aspirant Hon Kalunda Ndile has rejoined UDA under the President Ruto-led Kenya Kwanza coalition, The COUNTY DIARY reported on Tuesday. Speaking to The COUNTY DIARY Hon Ndile said that her decision was buyoed by the popularity of President Ruto and it's hustler government which has promised to usher in a new order of social development. "President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration has promised to transform the economy of the country while uplifting the people in all cadres and classes of life and therefore no one can afford to left behind" said Hon Ndile. Hon Kalunda Ndile has remained steadfast in her agenda to upgrade the livelihoods of the women in Kitui. During her whirlwind campaigns across the vast county, Ndile endeared herself to the masses with her distribution of water and cash to hundreds of women groups through her MAMA BADILISHA Initiave. Ends

COUNTY PROFILES: Meet Hon Simon Munyoki The Mui Ward 2027 Aspirant

 NAIVAS UNVEILS ITS  88TH NEW STORE  OUTLET IN RUAI TO SPREAD THE FESTIVE CHEER By MAXIMILA WAFULA Nairobi Leading retailer chain ,  Naivas Supermarket today spreads its festive cheer  as it opens its 88th  new outlet store in Ruai along Kangundo road. The newest store by the retailer outlet covers 35,000 square feet of trading space, promising to adequately serve the residents of Ruai as it carries through on its mission of delivering a world class shopping experience to all. This opening comes during the exciting Naivas annual festive season campaign dubbed Kikwetu. This year the campaign called #TeamNaivas has two phases with the first phase Kikombe Kikwetu whose tagline is “Kila Mkenya ni Mshindi” having already kicked off.  It is therefore quite exciting that the residents of Ruai will get to experience Joy that is the Naivas festive season with something in store for everyone ranging from market-leading sales promotions to chances of winning gift...

WOMEN'S RIGHTS ORGANISATIONS HOLDS  THEIR  FIRST CONVENTION FORUM . By MAXIMILA WAFULA Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya , Woman Representatives  for Uasin Gishu county. PHOTO/Deputy Speaker of the National assembly. Hon. Gladys Boss Solei Gladys Jepkosgei Boss Shollei today  at Radisson Blu during the  first women rights serving organisations in Kenya , Congratulated Hon. Harriette Chiggai ,Women Rights Advisory to the President  of Kenya .  She felt honoured and humbled at the same time  that she was invited to give the key note address in this very important Convention. Gladys Boss Solei thanked His Excellency Dr. William Somei for the creation of this post , and for the appointments of a good number of  Women into his Cabinet .  The creation of the office of Women Rights advisor to the President , was an important step towards inclusion and equality of women in Kenya , as it will ensure a high - level advocate of Women...

WOMEN'S RIGHTS IN KENYA HOLDS  A  CONSULTATIVE FORUM .  BY MAXIMILA WAFULA Presidential Advisor on Women's Rights. Hon. Harriette Chiggai (CS) during the Consultative Forum on Women's Rights held at Radisson Blu ,  appreciated the currenty Government for creating the office of the Women's rights advisory in the presidency and elevating it to the status of a Cabinet Secretary,  and further trusting a Woman to spearhead the docket.  PHOTO/Harriette Chiggai Presidential Advisor on Women's Rights In this capacity ,  as long standing members of civic society and as key promoters of Women's Rights in Kenya ,  this is just the first meeting , we shall have  a Series of many more to come . We can work for women and girls inclusive of the boy child in this country.  The presidential plan for his administration has put women front at the centre of the transformation agenda . It is the solution that we seek to foster a healthy and wealthy nation fo...

WOMEN'S RIGHTS IN KENYA HOLDS  A  CONSULTATIVE FORUM BY MAXIMILA WAFULA Presidential Advisor on Women's Rights. Hon. Harriette Chiggai (CS) during the Consultative Forum on Women's Rights held at Radisson Blu ,  appreciated the currenty Government for creating the office of the Women's rights advisory in the presidency and elevating it to the status of a Cabinet Secretary,  and further trusting a Woman to spearhead the docket.  PHOTO/Harriette Chiggai Presidential Advisor on Women's Rights In this capacity ,  as long standing members of civic society and as key promoters of Women's Rights in Kenya , is that this is just the first meeting of its kind with a Series of many more to follow. We can work for women and girls inclusive of the boy child in this country.  The presidential plan for his administration has put women front at the centre of the transformation agenda . It is the solution that we seek to foster a healthy and wealthy nation for posterit...

By MAXIMILA WAFULA Parliamentarians Coffee Caucus led by the Chairperson Hon. Gathoni Wamuchomba MP Githunguri with other officials during  press briefing at Sarova Panafric Hotel Nairobi on 15th , October 2022.   This happened when the Coffee farmers  expressed hope that the New parliament will pass a bill that will rescue the coffee sector.  National members highligted that  coffee farming is a highly profitable activity that has been used by few people to exploit farmers leaving them impoverished servants. Esther Kariuki, a coffee farmer from Nyeri county, said the outgoing Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya did his best to support the sector but some of the coffee bills had not been amended.  She  said the sector should be streamlined to ensure the farmer benefits from the crop. “Munya tried but there was a lot of politics in it. Those individuals who are surrounding the coffee sector should be removed,” Ester  said. She  also note...

 INAUGRATION CEREMONY OF THE DAIKIN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE AT DON BOSCO KAREN CAMPUS  Centre Manager NTTI Eng. Festus Musyoki  BY MAXIMILA WAFULA Representing  Director General National Industrial Training Authority, Eng. Stephen Ogenga during the inauguration ceremony of the Dakaini Centre of excellence at Don Bosco Karen Campus, he honoured and appreciated the Principal of Don Bosco for the invite to grace the inauguration as they come together to mark this very important  step that will mark a defining moment in the lives  of your refrigeration and air' conditioning trainees . He also extended his sincere gratitude to the board and management of Daikin Company and indeed the people of Japan for the commendable job  that they are undertaking in assisting Kenya move  forward in bridging the skills development gap. On behalf of the NITA fraternity iam encouraged and inspired by your motivation to help us redefine the current skills development lands...

King Koko Bee Drops New Hit Dubbed Girl Child https://open.spotify.com/track/6kUnkakpiDPI7Np89OLtPe?si=CeXbLbpFSuqbIeysxQr_OA&utm_source=whatsapp

  By PATRICK KIMANZI/ COUNTY DIARY Smarting from his quest for lucrative Kitui Speaker's position, Philanthropist and technocratic Hon Kyalo Muli is set to launch a big Initiave this month, The COUNTY DIARY reports. After his initiation into Kitui politics in the concluded Speaker elections in Kitui, Augustus Muli is back with a bang On 19th November he launches his Kyalo Kya Maendeeo KKM initiative in the recently opened offices in Kalundu The initiative aims at empowering the Kamba community especially the women and vulnerable members of the community Top on list is the mbuzi initiative in which his CBO will partner with MCAs and local women and youth groups to export meat to Middle East and other countries As the rains start, the CBO will empower the community by partnering with other arms of the County Administration to provide seeds, fertiliser and other essentials. The CBO in partnership with oversees investors will work with the county government to provide water s...

 By PATRICK KIMANZI /COUNTY DIARY COUNTY PROFILE: 15 Quick Facts About Elias Mwanga - NGUNI Philanthropist cum Politician

BY MAXIMILA WAFULA Nairobi leading retailer chain, Naivas Supermarket today opens its doors to its newest outlet at Kahawa Sukari. Naivas Chief Commercial Officer Willy Kimani The new store will be the retailers 10th store in Nairobi . This new development comes barely a week after the 86th store opening in Meru at Greenwood Mall, Meru Town. This new store that covers 30,000 square feet of trading space now puts Naivas store tally at 87.  This is the 10th outlet in the greater Thika Road Region and a much-welcomed addition to the vast neighbourhood of Kahawa Sukari which cuts across both Nairobi and Kiambu Counties. This area which serves as a bedroom for thousand of Nairobi workers will finally get to experience world-class shopping as only Naivas can provide served with authentic Kenyan hospitality. The outlet promises a wholesome shopping experience, right from the excellent customer service and the fresh offering which is a key focus that promises to satisfy the most sophistica...