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Africa Charts a Bold Climate Path as Just Transition Platform Launches Continental Principles for an Equitable Transition. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  The County Diary News Today Nairobi, Kenya – Wednesday, 28th May 2025 From right : Dr. Pamela Levira – African Union, Ujunwa Ojemeni – E3G, Dr. Tedd Moya – University of Oxford, Anne Songole - CLASP Kingsley Ofei-Nkasah – GD Resource Center The Just Transition Platform (JTP) made a historic stride today with the launch of its Principles for a Just and Equitable Transition at the Sarova Panafric Hotel in Nairobi. The highly anticipated event brought together African leaders, policy specialists, and climate advocates in a powerful show of continental unity and purpose. With Africa bearing the brunt of climate change despite contributing less than four percent of global emissions, the launch signals a firm step toward redefining Africa’s role and voice in global climate action. The Just Transition Platform, es...

From Courtroom to Compassion: Babu Owino Marks Admission to Bar by Freeing 200 Petty Offenders By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI | the County Diary News Nairobi, Kenya — On the very day he was admitted as an Advocate of the High Court, Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino made a bold statement—not in court, but in action. Among the 609 lawyers officially welcomed to the Bar on Friday by Chief Justice Martha Koome, Babu Owino chose to commemorate this milestone by championing justice for the underprivileged. Shortly after the formal event, he made his way to Nairobi West Prison, where he facilitated the release of close to 40 inmates convicted for petty offences—people whose only crime, in many cases, was poverty. These individuals had been handed fines they simply couldn’t afford. Some had served weeks and others months behind bars, not due to violent crimes but for minor infractions like hawking, gambling, or being unable to pay bail. “In honor of my admis...

Land Justice and Digital Transformation Take Centre Stage at Nairobi Conference. By Maximilla Wafula, The County Diary Reporter. Nairobi, Kenya — May 20, 2025- A bold call for justice, digitization, and equity in land administration marked the opening of Kenya’s Fourth Regional Research Conference on Land Reforms at the Kenya School of Government on Monday. The three-day event, themed "Taking Stock of the Land Reform Progress in Kenya," is not just a review of milestones—it’s a reckoning with deeply rooted challenges that continue to haunt the land sector. Stakeholders from government, judiciary, civil society, finance, and academia are gathered to evaluate progress and forge new paths toward transparent, inclusive, and lawful land governance. Representing Principal Secretary Hon. Generali Nixon Korir, Land Secretary Sarah Maina highlighted that automation and innovation are now defining the ministry’s transformation. “We are no longer working in the d...

By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  His full name is Joseph Tumaini Masha. Born in Malindi Kenya in the year 1988. He engaged him self in the music when he was 13 years old and his main vision was to be the best among the best singers in East Africa.  In the year 2002 the Kenya Music Industry saw for the first time the arise of ''Tumaini'' as a new protagonist in the music circuit as he started to participate in many street singing competitions and with God's blessings he managed to image the best  young artist  on the kenya's  coast. And for those who still don't know where does the name ''WORST-T'' came from, it came  from his friends and  fans. But as the name sounds one may not understand its meaning and the truth is  the name ironical meant ''BEST-T'', simply because best he was, best he is and best he  will ever be. While  ' T' stands for his traditional name 'Tumaini'. Worst's firs...

We Are Not Afraid – Kenyans Defend Diverse Families on International Day of Families   By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News Nairobi, May 15, 2025 -As the world marked the UN International Day of Families, Kenyans from across the country united in a bold show of solidarity to defend the dignity and diversity of all families. Amid growing threats from anti-rights campaigns, they came together to reaffirm a powerful truth — that all families, in all their forms, matter. In a strongly worded joint statement, civil society organizations, grassroots communities, and concerned citizens expressed alarm over the rising influence of foreign-funded groups such as CitizenGO and Family Watch International. These groups have been accused of pushing a narrow and exclusionary vision of what qualifies as a family, targeting single parents, sex workers, LGBTQ persons, and other non-traditional family structures. “Not in our name,” the statement declared, rejecting any att...

Public Education Under Siege as KUPPET Sounds Alarm Over Massive Budget Cuts From left: KUPPET Deputy Secretary General Moses Nthurima, Secretary General Akelo Misori (centre), and National Vice Chair Julius Korir during a press briefing in Nairobi on May 14, 2025 By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  The County Diary News, Reporters Nairobi, Kenya – May 14, 2025-The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers has raised serious concerns over unprecedented budget cuts to the education sector, warning that the government’s proposed 2025–2026 budget is a direct threat to the future of public schooling in the country. Speaking to the press in Nairobi, KUPPET officials decried a projected shortfall of KES 62 billion in the education budget. They accused the government of systematically dismantling the core pillars of the education system through targeted funding cuts. Among the most affected areas are the management of national examinations, quality assurance operat...

Safaricom Expands Home Internet Access Through New Quickmart Partnership The COUNTY DIARY News  MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  Nairobi, Kenya – 14th May 2025 – Safaricom PLC (NSE: SCOM) has today announced a strategic partnership with Quickmart, one of Kenya’s leading retail chains, to expand access to its 4G and 5G home internet solutions. This collaboration brings high-speed internet services closer to more Kenyans by making routers available across all 61 Quickmart outlets nationwide. As part of the initiative, Safaricom has also introduced a simplified, self-service router activation process that allows customers to get online faster. Shoppers can now scan a QR code to register their SIM card, activate their account, select an internet package, and start enjoying connectivity immediately. “In line with our purpose of transforming lives, we are continuously innovating to provide our customers with the best connectivity solutions. This partnership will e...

THE COUNTY PROFILE: 14 Quick Facts On Hon Munyoki Mwangangi, The Incoming MP, Mwingi West 2027 1.) Potrays servant leadership in all facets of development  2.) Simple and down to earth personality  3.) Interactive and accommodative to all categories people 4.) Development-conscious leader  5.) A man of transparency and accountability  6.) A visionary and focused leader 7.) A person of creativity and innovation  8.) Posses strong leadership skills 9.) Fast track development records 10.) Organizational leadership skills 11.) Strong Enterpreneurship skills  12.) A man of the people  13.) Special emphasis on Women and Youth Empowerment  14.) A focussed and charismatic Leader pkimanzi@gmail.com

KENYA LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE INDUSTRIAL MAPPING AND GEO-LOCATION EXERCISE TO BOOST INDUSTRIAL GROWTH A section of data researchers at the launch of the nationwide industrial mapping and geo-location exercise in Nairobi County, an initiative aimed at creating a comprehensive industrial database to support evidence-based planning and policy-making. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA, The County Diary News Reporter Nairobi, May 12th  2025-The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), in collaboration with the State Department for Industry and Kenya Industrial Estates (KIE), officially launched a vital initiative aimed at mapping and geo-locating industries in Nairobi County. This exercise, which commenced today, is part of a larger effort to create a comprehensive national database and directory of industries. It is a key step toward advancing Kenya's industrialization agenda and supporting sustainable economic growth. Isaac Degwa, Senior Manager at KNBS spoke on behalf of the Principal S...

Safaricom Reports Stellar Growth as Tech Transformation Pays Off – KES 388.7 Billion in Revenue, KES 18 Billion Invested in Communities. Peter Ndegwa, Chief Executive Officer of Safaricom, during the announcement of Safaricom's financial results for the 2025 fiscal year. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News Nairobi, 9th May 2025 – Safaricom PLC (NSE: SCOM) has posted an impressive 11.2 percent growth in total revenue to KES 388.7 billion for the financial year ending 31st March 2025. This performance marks the successful conclusion of the company’s five-year journey to evolve from a traditional telecommunications provider into a fully-fledged technology company. The announcement was made at the Michael Joseph Centre in Nairobi, where the company also revealed a 10.8 percent rise in net income to KES 69.8 billion. As a result, Safaricom will distribute KES 48.08 billion in dividends to its shareholders for the year under review. The strong performance has been att...

From Pandemic to Progress: KIEP 250+ SMEs Drive Kenya’s Industrial Resilience By CHURCHILL CYRIL SIMIYU The County Diary News - Reporter ,  Mr. Roy Nyangena, Mr. Sameer Goyal, and Ms. Carol Kungu during the KIEP 250+ closure event at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies. Nairobi, Kenya – Tuesday, 6 May 2025 What began as a bold response to economic uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic culminated today in a celebration of innovation, resilience, and transformation. The Kenya Industry and Entrepreneurship Project (KIEP) 250+—an ambitious initiative launched in 2020—officially marked its closure at a high-profile event held at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies. The event highlighted the project's success in revitalizing Kenya's SME sector by empowering over 250 small and medium-sized enterprises with tools for innovation, enhanced productivity, and market expansion. More than just a closure, the gathering symbolized a pivotal moment in Kenya’s industrial develop...

Kenyan Labour Migration Programme Under Fire, CS Mutua Reassures Public Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection, Alfred Nganga Mutua, addresses journalists on the Qatar job recruitment initiative, outlining government measures to protect Kenyan migrant workers. By MAXIMILA WAFULA  The County Diary News Nairobi, 2May 2025- The Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection, Dr. Alfred N. Mutua, convened a press briefing to address mounting concerns around the Qatar job recruitment initiative. Key issues highlighted included allegations from job candidates who claimed they were misled during the recruitment process, reports of unauthorized agents and fraudulent messaging targeting job seekers, and the steps the Ministry is taking to ensure safer migration for Kenyans seeking employment abroad. During the address, Dr. Mutua, alongside Principal Secretary Madhime, defended the government’s labour migration programme and issued a firm warning against the risin...

Heineken® Delivers UEFA Champions League Trophy to Kenya in Landmark Tour Finale. By Maximilla Wafula, Reporter – County Diary News. NAIROBI, KENYA, FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2025 – The UEFA Champions League (UCL) Trophy has officially arrived in Kenya, concluding Heineken®’s 2025 global Trophy Tour. The month-long journey, which began in Vietnam, traversed Asia and Africa, bringing the electrifying spirit of European football to some of the world’s most passionate supporters. Football legend and UCL winner Bastian Schweinsteiger is accompanying the trophy on its five-country journey, which includes Vietnam, Indonesia, South Africa, Zambia, and Kenya. The tour aims to honour dedicated fans who follow the UEFA Champions League religiously, despite being thousands of miles from the stadiums. Kenya’s segment of the tour features a vibrant lineup of activities, including high-profile ceremonies, interactive fan experiences, and local football engagements. Schweinsteiger will officially p...