The County Diary

BY MAXIMILA WAFULA  County News Diary Journalist News Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) CEO John Okwiri  The Konza Technopolis is banking on the launched local assembly of smart devices to deepen digital transformation in Kenya. According to Konza Technopolis CEO John Paul Okwiri, the launch of affordable, locally assembled devices comes at a better time and will enhance the country’s digital transformation efforts. He said this will also help the country as it moves to digitize access to all government services. “The availability of affordable devices at a time we are rolling out all these programs is expected to enhance e-commerce, promoting rural economy,” Okwiri said. So far, over 7,000 government services have been digitized, he added. His remarks come after the launch of the East Africa Device Assembly Kenya plant was presided by President William Ruto, on Monday. The factory is a joint venture of local Mobile Network Operators and international...

By MESHAK SUTI Kitui populace will soon come to realization that one Hon Dr Gideon Mulyungi is a man of ultimate greatness.Tranquenting  transformativeness that which Kitui liveth to affirm. The dear MP has  earnestly astuted and  catapulated his esteemed life changing manifesto to changed orchs of his dear electorates.The  development  transformations witnessed in Mwingi Central Constituency affirms the kind of Leadership Hon Gideon Mulyungi primes in. ••Hon Gideon Mulyungi is a man of integrity and his integrity in this case is a total bequethment for all constituents irrespective of their political affiliatories.He is a man true to his word and thus commanding huge following in the region. ••Hon Mulyungi  as an affousic and seriously committed Leader has meinstated his oblient right and obligation without relentment to secure the education systems in the Constituency  marvelling from grassroots to advanced higher educational levels.He is...

Kitui populace will soon come to realization that one Hon Dr Gideon Mulyungi is a man of ultimate greatness.Tranquenting  transformativeness that which Kitui liveth to affirm. The dear MP has  earnestly astuted and  catapulated his esteemed life changing manifesto to changed orchs of his dear electorates.The  development  transformations witnessed in Mwingi Central Constituency affirms the kind of Leadership Gedion Mulyungi primes in. Hon Gedion Mulyungi is a man of integrity and his integrity in this case is a total bequethment for all constituents irrespective of the political affiliatories.He is a man truth to his word and thus commanding huge following in the region. Hon Mulyungi  as an affousic and seriously committed Leader has meinstated his oblient right and obligation without relentment to secure the education systems in the Constituency  marvelling from grassroots to advanced higher educational levels.He is dear in the hearts of L...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  COUNTY DIARY NEWS  Nairobi, a leading giant Naivas supermarket has  launched their annual Christmas Campaign popularly referred to as Kikwetu. This year’s Christmas campaign marks the 13th edition since the launch of the  first Kikwetu in 2011. Kikwetu which simply translates to “our way” has endeavoured over the years to remain authentically Kenyan while delivering memorable experiences to customers through thematic campaigns during the festive season. “Speaking during the launch, Peter Mukuha, Naivas Chief of Operations said, “On 12th October, we made history by hitting triple digits in store count when we opened our 100th branch. This is a feat that no other supermarket in Kenya both local and international has managed to achieve. This is a historic moment, not just for us but win for every customer who has ever shopped with us, a win for every supplier who has entrusted us to sell their wares. Most importantl...

Comprehensive Cleft Care Center Celebrates 1year Of Service By Bela Risu Foundation By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The COUNTY DIARY NEWS  Nairobi, a leading comprehensive Cleft  care centre by Belu Risu medical center today celebrated its its 1year  Anniversary of extra-ordinary service to the people of Nairobi and beyond. We recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of the Bela Risu Foundation in our beloved city. Speaking during the anniversary nominated senator Veronica Maina who was the chief guest accompanied by Mr. Kefa Omanga , Director-Donor Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement Office of the Governor, said that "the Bela Risu Foundation has demonstrated an unwavering commitment in  providing healthcare services that go beyond the conventional  dedication in offering  FREE life-changing, dignifying, and hope-restoring surgeries to individuals affected by craniofacial deformities is nothing short of ins...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  The County Diary news Reporters Kenya is indeed a wonderful place to live in and has been a major source of inspiration for songs such as “My Land is Kenya” by Roger Whittaker, a Kenyan born British singer, whom  sadly passed on on 13th September this year. On this particular song, he captured the beauty of our land in his nostalgic and hauntingly beautiful song and this land, given and left to us by our ancestors, is now in our hands as the people of Kenya ,therefore, we need to take time to dialogue with ourselves about this land, our home, our nation our hope and the hope of all future generations, born and unborn.  The questions raising the dialogue include what is being done to the land,and through the activities, a land that will be worthy of more ballads in future is created or an environment that has been inherited from our forebears is being destroyed and also what will be handed over to our children, grandch...

African Parliamentarians To Combat Illicit Financial Flows  By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  Kenyan Deputy Speaker Hon. Gladys Shollei The Steering Committee of African Parliamentary Network on Illicit Financial Flows and Taxation (APNIFFT) 2023 and the  Tax Justice. Network Africa  today  convened the  continental conference meeting  in Nairobi , Kenya to discuss on a matter of such an importance not only to Kenya but to the continent as a whole – that of tax and illicit financial flows. Speaking during the conference, Deputy speaker hon. Gladys Shollei said  that  "countries with high illicit financial flows spend less on their agriculture sector – key sectors in all of their economies, and also spend less on gender equality ". African economies have faced great challenges in the past few years including the economic  shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the impact of climate change, and the supply ch...

By Maximilla Wafula  County News Diary Reporter  Diamonds leisure golf club diani Kenya, Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf resort in Diani, carried the day with two awards for Africa’s leading resort and resort for 2023 while Malindi’s Diamonds Dream of Africa was voted Africa’s leading  all-inclusive resort for the fourth time, having first won it in 2016 and from 2021 to date , It won Africa’s Leading Beach hotel in 2012 and collectively winning big with three prestigious awards at the 30th World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony held in Dubai in mid-October making kenya the continent’s best place to visit.  Diamonds dreams of Africa malindi) Each year, the very best travel, tourism and hospitality brands in Africa and the Indian Ocean in 2023 are unveiled by World Travel Awards. Kenya being named as ‘Africa’s Leading Destination’ at the gala ceremony held in Dubai , open up massive opportunity to all coastal beauty...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  The County Diary News  Sportpesa, a leading online gaming platform in Kenya that has developed multiple life-changing betting opportunities that have had a positive impact on winners. Similarly, Sportpesa sponsorships of sports teams at grassroots level as well as at premier level have helped to surface talent, and enrich sports in Kenya and beyond. Over the years that has developed a regional and global presence in six countries, today  in the interest of supporting sports development and surfacing young football talent, Sportpesa has announce its sponsorship of six grassroots teams drawn from Kasarani Constituency. The sponsorship was launched today at a ceremony held at Muhuri Muchiri Stadium, Kasarani. Present during the launch event was Cabinet Secretary for Youth and Sports Hon. Ababu Namwamba , Sportpesa Ceo, Hon. Geofrey Mulanya , Hon. Oscar Sudi and Hon Ronald Karauri  who  lauded the mo...

Kenya Chapter Of Federation Of Women Entrepreneurs FOWEK/COMESA Launched.  By Maximilla WAFULA  County Diary news FOWEK , Kenya chapter President Ms. Vicky Karuga FOWEK , strengthening women to trade beyond borders,  a Kenya chapter that seeks to be the apex body of all women entrepreneurs, women investors, and women business owners and their business associations that plays the role of lobbying and advocating for women entrepreneur associations (WEAs) with the aim of influencing policy formulation ,disseminating information to support women in overcoming  gender-based challenges ,succeeding in their enterprises ,supporting in the area of access to finance and empowering women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses , which was registered as a trust in Kenya , official COMFWB Kenya chapter .  According to the president FOWEK, representing the Kenya chapter Ms. Vicky Karuga , thousands of women entrepreneurs worldwide lack capital that exposes a lot i...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The COUNTY DIARY NEWS  (PHOTOS) Naivas hits triple digits in store count, 100 branches on 10th October 2023.This is a historic moment in Kenyan as this is a feat that no other supermarket in Kenya, local orinternational, has managed to achieve. Naivas Managing Director,David Kimani said that setting up the store was not any other reason but to take care of his family to now having over 10,000 directly employed by the company is something he  never dreamed of.  "As a Kenyan homegrown family business, we thank you for the trust you have placed on the brand and we shall ensure that we continue todiligently serve Kenyans as you are the reason for our being. My promise is, stornumber 100 is just the beginning as we now are focused on the next big step, hitting200 stores,’’ Kimani expressed . At the same time,Naivas Chief of Strategy, Andreas Von Paleske remarked that it has taken 33 years 2 months and 12 days to hit this great milestone fr...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  THE COUNTY DIARY NEWS  The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has announced the operalization of the new KNCCI China Branch Office, located in Changsha during China Flag-Off Breakfast ceremony this morning at the Panafric Sarova Hotel in Nairobi. Speaking at the event,the KNCCI President,Erick Rutto said that KNCCI's expansion into China is a strategic move aimed at advancing economic cooperation between Kenya and one of the world's largest economies. "We are confident that our presence in China will open up new opportunities for Kenyan businesses and entrepreneurs and contribute to the growth of our nation's economy,"he said. He remarked that the new office will enable KNCCI to identify business opportunities, particularly in the export of meat and meat products, a sector that remains largely untapped. Chief Representative for KNCCI China Branch, Mr. Fredrick Mukilya in his remarks noted ...