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Make farming more appealing to tame poverty

Alice Achieng' Odhiambo tills her farm at Pap Nyadiel, Alego, in Siaya County. [Philip Orwa, Standard]

The last December holidays offered an opportunity to retreat to the village and bond with family.

Trouble was however how to handle relatives seeking help to get job opportunities away from home. Many asked for "kazi yoyote tu" (any job), assuming one had necessary connections.

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