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Jennifer Anyango

It's a mixed bag for farmers despite Finance Bill review

The Finance Bill has imposed excise duty on imported table eggs, onions and potatoes to protect local farmers from an influx from our neighbouring countries.

By 5 months ago

It's a mixed bag for farmers despite Finance Bill review

Agriculture gets additional Sh5b as sector allocated Sh54.6b

Agriculture gets additional Sh5b as sector allocated Sh54.6b

By 5 months ago

Entrepreneurs to be trained on cybersecurity

Entrepreneurs to be trained on cybersecurity

By 5 months ago

Agriculture gets additional Sh5b as sector allocated Sh54.6b

Agriculture gets additional Sh5b as sector allocated Sh54.6b

By 5 months ago

Thinking of investing in bamboo growing? Here is where money is

The time it takes for bamboo to mature can vary depending on the specific species and growing conditions. However, most species reach maturity within three to five years.

By Jennifer Anyango 1 year ago

Thinking of investing in bamboo growing? Here is where money is

In numbers: Here's what Kenyans think about GM maize

Several respondents noted that there is still need for more objective research and that scientists should tell or educate more about GMOs.

By Jennifer Anyango 1 year ago

In numbers: Here's what Kenyans think about GM maize

How to grow and make money from your aloe vera

Aloe vera farming is becoming a lucrative business idea in Kenya due to its herbal properties and benefits. Aloe vera is used as an ingredient or raw material to produce several products.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

How to grow and make money from your aloe vera

You don't have to plant 'nduma' on riverbeds

Arrowroot is a popular delicacy in Kenya and is considered a healthier option, especially for breakfast. Popularly known as nduma, the tuber is typically a water crop.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

You don't have to plant 'nduma' on riverbeds

Pixie: Sweet mix of orange and tangerine

The fruit is a cross between oranges and tangerines, its yellow-orange in colour, seedless, easy to peel, tasty and highly nutritious.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Pixie: Sweet mix of orange and tangerine

We can improve voter experience through reforms, not quick fixes

Electoral preparations were better than 2017, though voter registration and education didn't quite pan out as planned.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

We can improve voter experience through reforms, not quick fixes

New-look Barcelona held 0-0 by Rayo in Lewandowski's debut

Barcelona mortgaged its financial future to give Xavi Hernandez the talent he wanted.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

New-look Barcelona held 0-0 by Rayo in Lewandowski's debut

The role of artistes in nation building

It is through art that we memorialise our heroes, and honour those who fell during our independence struggle.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

The role of artistes in nation building

Rigathi Gachagua: It is a seamless and peaceful exercise so far, I am pleased

Gachagua praised the IEBC officials for what he termed as a 'seamless process'.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Rigathi Gachagua: It is a seamless and peaceful exercise so far, I am pleased

Six appear before Kericho court deny killing Nakuru women

The six who were held in Nakuru police stations were arraigned in Kericho because the duty court sits there this week for the August recess

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Six appear before Kericho court deny killing Nakuru women

Legislators lose hefty allowances in fresh pay review by SRC

The changes are expected to save the taxpayers close to Sh382.2 million annually in the next five years.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Legislators lose hefty allowances in fresh pay review by SRC

Pope heads to Canada as Indigenous groups seek full apology

The Canadian government has admitted that physical and sexual abuse were rampant in the state-funded Christian schools that operated from the 19th century to the 1970s.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Pope heads to Canada as Indigenous groups seek full apology

An apple a day keeps the doctor and poverty away

The most common apple varieties in the country are disease-resistant ones such as Enterprise, Liberty, Gold Rush, Jona Free, Pristine and William Pride.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

An apple a day keeps the doctor and poverty away

Cinnamon: Old, sweet spice that colours most kitchens

Cinnamon is also known as sweet wood and it is one of the oldest known spices. Though it can be lucrative, it is grown by a few farmers in Kenya. [iStock Photo]

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Cinnamon: Old, sweet spice that colours most kitchens

Mint: Sweet and cooling herb you cannot ignore

Mint, also known as Mentha, has been long known as a herbal remedy, easing upset stomachs, calming stress and anxiety, and promoting restful sleep, according to healthline.com.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Mint: Sweet and cooling herb you cannot ignore

Coffee producers want bloc to declare crop strategic commodity

Agriculture ministers say the crop is as source of livelihood for many of the continent's farmers. Summit of 25 countries in Nairobi highlights need to improve performance of the industry.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Coffee producers want bloc to declare crop strategic commodity

Drought slowed down growth of agricultural sector last year

Agriculture declined by 0.2 per cent last year, the only sector that did not record growth as Kenya's economy rebounded to grow at 7.5 per cent.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Drought slowed down growth of agricultural sector last year

Tips on growing tasty cassava loved by clients

Cassava produces about ten times more carbohydrates than most cereals per unit area, and are ideal for production in marginal and drought-prone areas, the KALRO says.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Tips on growing tasty cassava loved by clients

Sh63.9b to tame food insecurity, climate disaster

Farmers have received a major boost after Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yatani allocated an additional Sh2.7 billion to the fertiliser subsidy programme.

By Jennifer Anyango 2 years ago

Sh63.9b to tame food insecurity, climate disaster

Women enlist for adult literacy as men keep away over fear of ridicule

Fear of ridicule has been cited as the main reason why men in Lugari sub-County have failed to embrace adult education.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Women enlist for adult literacy as men keep away over fear of ridicule

Invasive weed threatens to undo success of tree planting campaign

The government has started research to find a scientific method to eradicate a yellow parasitic weed killing trees and crops in parts of western Kenya

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Invasive weed threatens to undo success of tree planting campaign

Man, 40, lynched for defiling, killing minor

Kakamega North police boss Paul Mwenda urged local residents to remain calm as the matter was being investigated.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Man, 40, lynched for defiling, killing minor

Covid-stricken, Sh3m medical bill and hostile neighbours: How did former MP survive?

Former Malava MP Nathan Anaswa says Covid-19 may have given him the scare of his life but it has made him stronger and is a testimony to many.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Covid-stricken, Sh3m medical bill and hostile neighbours: How did former MP survive?

World Food Programme offers maize farmers Sh3,000 per 90 kgs bag

The World Food Programme (WFP) started buying maize from the Lugari farmers yesterday at Sh3, 000 per 90 kilograms bag.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

World Food Programme offers maize farmers Sh3,000 per 90 kgs bag

Kakamega man wrestles body of newborn baby from dogs

Detectives suspect a woman may have delivered the baby before dumping it in a sugarcane plantation where it was attacked by the dogs.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Kakamega man wrestles body of newborn baby from dogs

Wamalwa warns leaders against dividing Kenyans

The CS condemned utterances by Meru Senator Mithika Linturi during a rally organised by Deputy President William Ruto’s UDA in Eldoret.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Wamalwa warns leaders against dividing Kenyans

Police launch probe into suspected suicide by girl, 14,

The Standard Seven pupil is said to have been unhappy after her sister reportedly took away her dress.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Police launch probe into suspected suicide by girl, 14,

Oparanya endorses his deputy to run for governorship

Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya endorsed his deputy Prof Philip Kutima’s bid to succeed him next year.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Oparanya endorses his deputy to run for governorship

Leaders pile pressure on Mudavadi to honour Bukhungu invite

Eugene Wamalwa is among the leaders determined to convince Mudavadi and Ford Kenya party leader Moses Wetang’ula to honour the invite.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Leaders pile pressure on Mudavadi to honour Bukhungu invite

'I learnt pottery as a boy, today it feeds my family'

Daniel Amina, 55, dropped out of school at the age of 10 to join his grandfather in making pots.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

'I learnt pottery as a boy, today it feeds my family'

Art of mud wall painting fading away as villagers adopt modernity

Today, many have embraced semi-permanent and permanent houses which do not require decoration.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

Art of mud wall painting fading away as villagers adopt modernity

State raises concern over rising cases of defilement

Statistics released by Kabras Police Station show at least 16 cases of defilement and three incest incidents were reported last month.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

State raises concern over rising cases of defilement

I escaped death by a whisker, says woman in abusive marriage

Mother of three recalls the night she decided to leave abusive marriage after her husband beat her and she almost lost two teeth.

By Jackline Inyanji 2 years ago

I escaped death by a whisker, says woman in abusive marriage

Leaders want students jailed for burning schools

Leaders from Kakamega County want students found culpable of burning schools send to jail.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Leaders want students jailed for burning schools

Butali Sugar resumes production after two-month break

This comes as a relief for the 65,000 farmers contracted by the miller.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Butali Sugar resumes production after two-month break

Uproar in Likuyani as police posts closed

Residents of Likuyani sub-county have protested against the closure of four police posts and subsequent transfer of the officers

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Uproar in Likuyani as police posts closed

Relief for sugarcane farmers as miller unveils expansion plans

Butali Sugar Company has embarked on a factory expansion plan.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Relief for sugarcane farmers as miller unveils expansion plans

Granny, 98, attacked and raped

The victim was rescued on Thursday morning and taken to Mabusi health centre. A medical report showed she had been raped.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Granny, 98, attacked and raped

Kuvasali residents plant trees to avert landslides that killed 18 in 2007

At least 18 people lost their lives and scores were injured. Property of unknown value was also destroyed as homes were submerged in the mud.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Kuvasali residents plant trees to avert landslides that killed 18 in 2007

Relief as court grants counties freedom to outsource medicine and other supplies

Counties now have the freedom to outsource medicine and other non-pharmaceutical supplies following the decision by a court.

By Jackline Inyanji 3 years ago

Relief as court grants counties freedom to outsource medicine and other supplies

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