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ISIOLO, Kenya, Apr 20 - Across northern Kenya, a quiet transformation is taking shape driven not by isolated interventions, but by a coordinated model supported by the Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT), working alongside communities to restore land, strengthen livelihoods and contribute to global climate solutions.  In a region long defined by climate variability, the stakes are high. Rainfall is unpredictable, grazing pressure is constant and ecosystems are fragile. Yet through structured rangeland management systems supported by NRT, communities are beginning to reverse degradation one decision at a time.  Across conservancies, grazing is no longer reactive. Communities meet regularly to plan livestock movement, agree on grazing zones, and rest sections of land to allow regeneration. These systems coordinated with technical support from NRT are enabling vegetation to recover and soils to stabilise.  “The change is coming from how the land is being mana...

PHOTO: Government Spokesman Dr. Isaac Mwaura addressing the media at KICC, Nairobi. NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 23...The government has announced 16,000 classrooms construction nationwide to support the smooth transition of grade 8 students to grade 9 under the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC). Government Spokesman Dr. Isaac Mwaura While addressing journalists said that the first phase of 3,500 classrooms are complete with the second phase of 7,500 classrooms 57 percent complete. "The final phase of 5,000 classrooms is on track to be completed by December 2024 ensuring adequate space for CBC learners transitioning to grade 9", said Dr. Mwaura. The Spokesman noted that to manage increased number of grade 9 students Teachers service Commission (TSC) has recruited 56,000 teachers permanently, 20,000 intern teachers set to be recruited by January 2025 and another 8,707 have been advertised. "Government is fully prepared for the transition to grade 9 in January 2025 and ...

PHOTO: During the International Minorities Day at Bomas of Kenya, Nairobi. NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19...The International Minorities Day with a vibrant celebration at the Bomas of Kenya brought together over 2,000 representatives from marginalized communities across the country.  The event featured traditional music, dance, and storytelling, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Kenya’s minority groups with exhibitions displayed at the venue celebrated the diverse traditions of the country’s marginalized communities. Aimed at highlighting their struggles and contributions of Kenya's minorities while reaffirming the nation's commitment to justice, equality, and inclusion. Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, reflected on Kenya’s progress in addressing injustices faced by minority groups. She highlighted the contributions of Makhan Singh, a pivotal but often overlooked figure in Kenya’s independence movement, and the Ogiek community, whose landmark court vict...